Children allowed

Facilities

Television in common areas
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Spa tub (surcharge)
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Horse riding nearby
Hosted evening meal (reserve)
Vegetarian menu options available
Accessible shuttle
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean house
Helpful service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
The house overall quiet and clean.
Service
8.26
Very friendly welcome from Yasser and helpful in all questions.
Location
8.3
Good location with a view over the old Medina.
Room Quality
6.76
Equipped with only the essentials, justified for the price.
Amenities
7.38
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
7.25
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Breakfast is prepared individually depending on your wishes.
Overall Experience
7.27
Overall positive experience in the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 02:05

Property Description

Central Location in Essaouira’s Medina and Near the Beach
Located in Essaouira’s vibrant Medina and just a short walk from the beach, Hotel Dar El Qdima offers the perfect blend of convenience and relaxation for your stay in the city.

Charming Moroccan Decor and Comfortable Rooms
Experience the beauty of traditional Moroccan design in our heated rooms, each tastefully decorated to immerse you in the local culture. Enjoy modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and stunning views of the Medina or the cozy patio.

Relaxing Ambiance and Scenic Views
Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast in our charming dining room, complete with Moroccan furnishings and a cozy fireplace. Unwind on the patio with outdoor furniture or soak in the breathtaking sea views from our terrace.

Book your stay at Hotel Dar El Qdima now and indulge in a memorable experience in Essaouira!

Important information:

Please inform Hotel Dar El Qdima in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 13 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 485 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.26
Location: 8.3
Room Quality: 6.76
Amenities: 7.38
Value for Money: 7.25
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 7.27
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Khalil solo_traveller ma
6
2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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McLewin couple gb
2
A total shambles of useless and at times verbally aggressive staff with very little facilities.
Pros:

Location ok as just off the main street in the Medina.

Cons:

When I arrived the place had no lights on and there was no one at the desk. Eventually a young man emerged from a dark room and seemed to have no record of my booking -even though paid in advance via booking.com. In my bathroom the shower leaked so badly it flooded the whole room - i reported it to one of the staff - nothing was done that day or for the rest of my stay - or replacement of the wet towels. The only staff there were two young man - one very timid and polite but with not a lot of knowledge of what was going on - the other young man who mainly stood outside the main door was generally rude, disinterested and sometimes verbally aggressive. In the mornings often there was no one around and the front door locked even at 8.30am when breakfast was meant to be served. The place was in darkness and I had to shout out to hope to wake one of the men up who were sleeping on the sofas to let me out. So all in all a total travesty of even a 'budget' hotel and would not recommend it to anyone - the mattress had stains on it and no acknowledgement of the leaking shower etc. A shame as the layout of the riad and the decoration of the rooms were ok.

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
extended_group fr
1
Awful stay! Stolen money, rude staff, no security. Never coming back!
Cons:

Terrible stay at Dar L9dima! My friend’s money and my drinks were stolen, and the receptionist didn’t care—no cameras for security! When we came back at 7 AM, he yelled at us saying, “You must come back by 2 AM!” even though we paid for our rooms. Rude staff, no safety. Never again!

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
G
Ghadeer extended_group us
8
2025-10-01 via Nuitee
Émilie family_with_children fr
9
Bon séjour
Pros:

- L’emplacement
- Le gérant est très sympathique et convivial

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
R
Razija
10
Very friendly staff, good location
Pros:

Very friendly welcome from Yasser. Fresh Moroccan tea and helpful in all the questions I had. House overall quiet and clean, with roof terraces and view over the old Medina. Breakfast is prepared individually depending on your wishes when you want to get up.Room equipoed with only the essentials but that is absolutely justified for the price.
Two very young kittens live on the terrace, they are well taken care of too.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
K
Kikich extended_group ma
10
Agréable
Pros:

Accueil chaleureux
Propreté
Emplacement

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
J
jean pierre couple fr
6
Pros:

L'emplacement.

Cons:

Nous avons été reçus par des personnes qui ne parlaient presque pas...Un riad.... Ça fait bien... mais en fin de compte celui là sentait l'humidité... chambre sans lumière naturelle , salle de bain d'une autre époque.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
O
Olga couple it
10
Pros:

Yasir è stato molto accogliente e disponibile

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
M
MOHAMMED solo_traveller ma
8
2025-09-11 via Nuitee
S
Stephane extended_group fr
1
Pros:

Le bleu de la peinture

Cons:

Le refus d accepter la présence d un ami
Le non remboursement puisque le propriétaire nous a mis la porte.

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
M
Muriel couple fr
7
Pros:

Le personnel adorable

Cons:

Le Riad est magnifique mais mal entretenu...des choses cassées ...des matelas douteux...quel dommage de ne pas mieux entretenir ce beau Riad.

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
F
Fehdaoui family_with_children ma
9
2025-09-05 via Nuitee
S
Stéphanie extended_group fr
5
2025-09-01 via Nuitee
V
Vanessa extended_group fr
1
2025-08-31 via Nuitee
M
Mourad family_with_children fr
3
Nous avons dû emmener un enfant supplémentaire (6ans) à la réservation prévue , l’établissement nous a fait payer un su
2025-08-30 via Nuitee
H
Hajar solo_traveller ma
4
C'était décevant malgré la gentillesse de l'équipe
Pros:

L'emplacement u centre de la Médina
L'accueil et la gentillesse du personnel

Cons:

La propreté de l'établissement,
La dureté des oreillers
Le faible éclairage dans la salle de bain

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
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NDIAYE solo_traveller sn
10
L’emplacement, le calme, la gentillesse de l’équipe et le petit déjeuner très copieux. »
Pros:

Le petit déjeuner gourmand et généreux

Cons:

J’ai tout apprécié

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
K
Kawtar solo_traveller ma
2
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

La chambre avait une forte odeur d’humidité qui m’a vraiment incommodée.
le petit-déjeuner était très minimal

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
A
Aouachi extended_group ma
10
2025-08-25 via Nuitee