Villa Maroc, Essaouira

Villa Maroc, Essaouira The leading Riad Hotel in Essaouira. Villa Maroc has everything you could dream of for an unforgettable holiday. Just a few minutes from the sea and port.

A historic gem in Essaouira's Medina, Villa Maroc has opened its doors in 1990, the first Riad hotel in Morocco and featured in Time's "1'000 Places to See Before You Die". Great location tucked inside the ramparts of the historical medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Villa Maroc offers you breathtaking views of the sea and port, 21 rooms with simplicity, spirituality, elegance and refinement, a

s well as an Oriental Spa. Close to both shops and beaches. Villa Maroc is famous for its regional cuisine and romantic candlelit dinners round an open fire. Villa Maroc is the meeting place for artists, actors and musicians." Good Wifi connection throughout the hotel.

As the Medina begins to slow down, the evening moves upstairs to our restaurant.Our Menu of the Day changes regularly, d...
04/06/2026

As the Medina begins to slow down, the evening moves upstairs to our restaurant.

Our Menu of the Day changes regularly, drawing inspiration from Moroccan traditions, seasonal ingredients, and the flavours of the coast. Served over several courses, dinner at Villa Maroc is designed to be enjoyed at an unhurried pace.

One of our favourite moments of the day.

Book your table through the link in bio.

The heart of Villa Maroc.Long before rooftop sunsets, breakfasts overlooking the harbour, or evenings by the fire, there...
03/06/2026

The heart of Villa Maroc.

Long before rooftop sunsets, breakfasts overlooking the harbour, or evenings by the fire, there is the patio: the quiet centre of the house where guests pause, read, meet, and settle into the slower rhythm of life in the Medina.

Some places define a hotel. This is ours.

Tucked away beneath wooden beams and warm light, our bar is made for slow evenings.A place to gather after a day in the ...
29/05/2026

Tucked away beneath wooden beams and warm light, our bar is made for slow evenings.

A place to gather after a day in the Medina, for a glass of wine, a cocktail, or simply a quiet moment before dinner.

At Villa Maroc, some of the best moments happen when nothing is planned at all.

A place to settle in.At Villa Maroc, our rooms are designed to feel lived in rather than simply stayed in. Generous spac...
28/05/2026

A place to settle in.

At Villa Maroc, our rooms are designed to feel lived in rather than simply stayed in. Generous spaces, curated artworks, quiet corners to read, pause, or simply take your time.

No two rooms are alike, but each is designed with the same intention: to feel like home, just a little warmer.

Villa Maroc was born from a simple idea:to share Morocco through the things that make it unforgettable.Its craftsmanship...
19/05/2026

Villa Maroc was born from a simple idea:
to share Morocco through the things that make it unforgettable.

Its craftsmanship. Its rituals. Its flavours. Its warmth.

From hand-carved details and antique pieces collected over time, to candlelit dinners inspired by Moroccan traditions and hammam rituals passed down through generations, every part of Villa Maroc was designed to offer a different window into the culture that shaped it.

No two rooms are alike because no two stories are alike. Some objects are centuries old, others crafted more recently by local artisans - but all were chosen with the same intention: to create spaces that feel soulful, intimate, and deeply connected to place.

More than a hotel, Villa Maroc has always been about designing experiences with soul - moments that feel personal, lived-in, and quietly memorable.

In the heart of Essaouira’s medina since 1990.

The beauty of old houses lies in the details.Weathered terracotta, winding roots, sun-warmed textures, quiet corners tha...
07/05/2026

The beauty of old houses lies in the details.

Weathered terracotta, winding roots, sun-warmed textures, quiet corners that have slowly become part of Villa Maroc’s story over the years.

Tucked within the Medina, yet just moments from the sea.Villa Maroc sits in one of Essaouira’s most peaceful corners, aw...
16/04/2026

Tucked within the Medina, yet just moments from the sea.

Villa Maroc sits in one of Essaouira’s most peaceful corners, away from the busiest streets, while still only a short walk from the beach and harbour.

The best of both worlds, exactly where you want to be.

No two rooms at Villa Maroc are ever the same. 21 rooms. 21 different stories.At Villa Maroc, each room is entirely uniq...
15/04/2026

No two rooms at Villa Maroc are ever the same. 21 rooms. 21 different stories.

At Villa Maroc, each room is entirely unique, from layout to textures, artworks to atmosphere, reflecting the soul of the riads that make up the house.

No standard rooms, only individual spaces to settle into.

Which one would be yours?

The best way to start the day begins with sfenj: freshly fried, still warm, and impossible to resist.Paired with Morocca...
13/04/2026

The best way to start the day begins with sfenj: freshly fried, still warm, and impossible to resist.

Paired with Moroccan breads, local honey, and mint tea, breakfast at Villa Maroc is served slowly, just as it should be.

Up on the rooftop, with the Medina waking up around you.

Rainy days in Essaouira have their own rhythm.The light softens, the Medina quiets, and Villa Maroc turns inward: into w...
10/04/2026

Rainy days in Essaouira have their own rhythm.

The light softens, the Medina quiets, and Villa Maroc turns inward: into warm corners, quiet courtyards, and moments designed to slow you down.

It’s on days like these that the experience naturally leads to our Oriental Spa. A space dedicated to rest and restoration, where traditional treatments, warm oils, and skilled hands offer a pause from the outside world.

Whether it’s a hammam ritual or a simple massage, the intention remains the same: to leave feeling lighter, calmer, and fully reset.

Because sometimes, the best way to experience Essaouira is not to escape the weather, but to embrace it differently.

Discover our spa menu and reserve your moment of relaxation via the link in bio.

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10, Rue Abdellah Ben Yassine
Essaouira
44000

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