Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location (close to beach, good for surf/kitesurf)
Helpful, friendly staff (birthday surprise mentioned)
Nice/good/copious breakfast
Chill-out area with kettle and free tea
Comfortable/spacious women's dorm mentioned
Decent lockers in dorms
Friendly community and social atmosphere
Outdoor area and pleasant common spaces
Cons:
Bathrooms frequently dirty / poor cleaning
Misleading listing and dishonest behavior by host (private room issue)
Bathroom issues: minimal fittings, humidity, lack of ventilation
Missing dorm amenities: no curtains, no bedside racks/lights
No common kitchen available
Parking on main road; occasional access/parking issues
Thin budget blankets; no lock on some toilet doors
Lack of wardrobe/armoire in some rooms; some distance from medina

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple guests reported bathrooms were not cleaned (dirty sinks/toilets), requests to clean went unanswered; clear recurring negative sentiment on cleanliness.
Service
1
Generally praised staff for friendliness, helpfulness and special gestures (birthday surprise); however one report of dishonest behavior around a Booking reservation leads to mixed notes but overall service sentiment leans positive.
Location
1
Repeatedly noted as very close to the beach and convenient for surfing/kitesurfing; only occasional notes about being far from the medina or parking on the main road.
Room Quality
1
Dorms described as spacious and comfortable by some, but issues noted with thin budget blankets, humidity due to poor bathroom ventilation and minimal bathroom fittings.
Amenities
1
Positive mentions of chill-out area, kettle, free mint tea, lockers; several guests requested additional amenities (curtains, racks, bedside lights, a common kitchen) indicating room for improvement.
Value for Money
1
Several guests found the combination of breakfast and chill-out areas good value; one explicit note calling it value for money despite some shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
1
Breakfast repeatedly described as good/copious/great across many reviews, a clear positive point for F&B.
Overall Experience
1
Many guests enjoyed atmosphere, community and breakfast, but serious negative experience reported about misleading/dishonest booking practice and repeated cleanliness problems, yielding a mixed overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-24 21:21

Property Description

Experience the ultimate coastal retreat at Yousurf Surf House in Essaouira, where comfort meets adventure.

Unmatched Amenities
Indulge in our BBQ facilities and cozy shared lounge, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring. Enjoy quiet street views from your apartment with private entrances, ensuring your stay is as tranquil as it is convenient.

Delicious Dining
Awake to a delightful continental or vegetarian breakfast featuring warm dishes, local specialties, and fresh pastries in our family-friendly restaurant. Savor the local flavors while enjoying lunch, dinner, or brunch at your leisure.

Active Adventures
Embrace the surf lifestyle with nearby water sports and yoga sessions available on-site. Plus, with a car rental service, your adventures beyond the waves await.

Book your unforgettable stay today!

Important information:

Yousurf Surf House is located about a 2-minute walk from the beach in Essaouira.
Yousurf Surf House is first and foremost a surf house, offering a common lounge, a terrace, Wi-Fi, as well as activities and services related to surfing and water sports.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
F
Florian • extended_group • fr
10
Belles rencontres, ambiance Chill et personnel exceptionnel
Pros:

Petit coin de paradis , si vous aimez le partage, les rencontres et le bon vivre , foncez tête baissée !!

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Ekaterina • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Очень классная атмосфера, дружелюбный персонал. Каждый вечер проживающим предлагали либо ужин, либо сессию серфинга на закате, либо весело провести время в баре. Здесь я познакомилась с приятными людьми из разных стран.

Так же хочу отметить близость к споту, вкусные завтраки, кофе и чай для всех в зоне ресепшена и отличный wi-fi

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • de
10
Super Gastgeber und super Atmosphäre
Pros:

Die herzliche und familiäre Atmosphäre, wir fühlten uns von Anfang an gut aufgehoben. Auch die tollen gemeinsamen Abendessen waren eine super Gelegenheit, mit allen anderen Gästen in Kontakt zu kommen. Danke an Youssef und sein Team.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
J
Janice • solo_traveller • nl
10
Had a blast at Yousurf!
Pros:

From beginning to end my friend and I had a blast at the Yousurf hostel. The crew gave us a warm welcome and made our stay (and the stay of all the other guests) unforgettable by taking good care, organising dinners and arranging Surf lessons/sessions. If you would like to have a good time, this is definately the place to be!
- Warm greetings from your flexible girls -

Cons:

We left too early to give the owner a proper thank you, so hereby!

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
A
Anthony • family_with_children • fr
10
Nous sommes venus par hasard dans cette surfhouse à essaouira et nous avons passé un séjour vraiment sympathique, nous a
Pros:

L accueil est exceptionnel , la gentillesse de Youssef et de son personnel
Le cœur sur la main

Cons:

Rien

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
H
Houda • extended_group • fr
8
Pros:

L'accueil

Cons:

Rien

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
I
Ingmar • solo_traveller • nl
9
Relaxed
Pros:

Terras bij de kamer

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
K
Karim • extended_group • fr
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
B
Boutirgine • solo_traveller • ma
10
Amazing Place, I highly recommend
Pros:

Amazing place! And very sweet and serving staff, felt like family also the premises is off the expectations and well cared for

I highly recommend for Family exceptional sort of accommodations

Thanks Yousurf Surf House Team! Thanks Najib

Cons:

Nothing, everything was good !

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • solo_traveller • it
10
The accommodation is located in a very peaceful area, close to the sea. The staff are truly welcoming, and the breakfast
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
M
Mohamed • couple • fr
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
E
Evelyne • couple • fr
2
Mauvais hôtel en tout…
Pros:

Rien chambre noire humide vieille…

Cons:

Tout était vieux

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
A
abdaljalil • solo_traveller • ma
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
K
Kozar • solo_traveller • si
4
Cons:

Ni nam bilo všeč, da so nas želeli pobrati več takse kot bi morali, saj potem smo rekli in so nam vrnili. Da smo že vnaprej vprasali, kdaj je zajtrk in so napisali ob 8.30. Ampak v sami nastanitvi pa so nam rekli ob 9.00.
Lokacija je bila res blizu plaže. Ampak je zraven promentne ceste in je zelo glasno. Ni klime. In ni komarnikov.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
M
Manal • extended_group • ma
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
A
Ait Boudade • solo_traveller • ma
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
J
jjp1099 • solo_traveller • de
7
Solide Unterkunft
Pros:

Zum Frühstück gab es frisch gepressten Orangensaft und Rührei. Personal war auch nett.

Cons:

Das Bad im Mehrbettzimmer war leider ziemlich dreckig. Aber es wurde auch geputzt. Das hat nur wenig genützt, weil das ganze Bad irgendwie immer nass war und dadurch hat sich Dreck angesammelt.
Die Unterkunft ist relativ weit weg vom Zentrum. Bestimmt 30 min zu Fuß ins Zentrum.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Yvonnick • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Un très bel établissement. Un accueil par une hôtesse au top, toujours souriante et très disponible. La chambre était grande et bien équipée. Les lits sont très confortables.
Le moniteur pour l'initiation au surf est top. Mon fils a adoré, et cherche à prolongé l'expérience.
Nous devions rester une nuit, le séjour se passait tellement bien que nous avons prolongé 3 jours. C'était avec un certain regret que nous avons dû partir. Mais nous reviendrons très vite.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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ISSAM • solo_traveller • ma
9
Une super ambiance, un style unique, un accueil très chaleureux et de très belles rencontres interculturelles !
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
M
Marlène • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

Personnel adorable. Situé à 2 pas de la plage

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee