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About this property

Located in the historic centre, Riad Dar Maya is a luxury guest house with a rooftop terrace, a hot tub and a library. Guests can also enjoy the steam bath or a massage treatment, at a surcharge. The air-conditioned rooms at Riad Dar Maya are decorated in an elegant style and include a fireplace. Some also feature a balcony. Free Wi-Fi access is provided. A continental or Moroccan breakfast is served daily on the rooftop terrace, in the patio or in the dining room. You will be welcome with Moroccan pastries and drinks. Other facilities include a fountain, a common computer and an IPod Docking station. You can request airport transfer and plan your excursions at a surcharge. The riad is situated a few-minute walk from the sea front and 15 km from Essaouira Airport. Marrakech is a 2-hour drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Situated in the real heart of Essaouira, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Top pick by families with children


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Zaahirah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This riad is just like the photos. It’s so peaceful and clean and the staff here are lovely. We would definitely return here!
  • Helena
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The room was beautiful and comfortable and the staff was super friendly and helpful.
  • Rachel
    Spain Spain
    Very beautiful Riad in a great location. The rooms are exquisite and we loved every minute of our stay. Highly recommend it!
  • Katie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a wonderful stay at this peaceful Riad in the heart of Essaouira’s bustling medina. It truly felt like a hidden oasis, calm, quiet, and beautifully kept. Youssef went above and beyond to make our stay stress-free. When the ATM in town...
  • Katharina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A quiet oasis in the midst of the bustling Essaouira Medina. Very forthcoming, kind, and friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms, fantastic amenities, a great rooftop terrace and we loved their included breakfast.
  • Michael
    Austria Austria
    Top Location; very helpful staff; nice roof top terasse
  • Jochem
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Great stay in the medina of Essaouira. Comfortable, quiet, nice aesthetics, friendly staff and nice (simple but good) breakfast. Youssef helped us arrange a private transfer from Marrakesh and to Taghazout, which was very convenient and a...
  • Ouisal
    Morocco Morocco
    This is a beautiful riad hidding in the medina. You must vistit this hidding gem.
  • Karen
    Algeria Algeria
    From.the moment I arrived at this hidden little gem everything was wonderful. I was travelling alone for a horse riding holiday and staying outwith before the trek and after here. I was welcomed from the start and absolutely lived my stay. My...
  • Ingo
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    We loved the minimalistic interior with earthtone coloured Tadelakt and natural light. Quiet, spacious and comfortable. Will miss the heated flooring.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 12:00 to 12:30
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

4 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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