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Dar al Bahar

3.0 star property
Essaouira Mediterranean riad with restaurant

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Panoramic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Courtyard View (Assià) | Terrace/patio
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (5)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
  • Free toiletries
The price is $57
includes taxes & fees
$47 per night
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2025

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Panoramic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Courtyard View (Assià)

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Private bathroom
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  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room (Aziza)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View (Abla) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View (Abla)

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Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
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Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Partial Sea View (Laila) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Triple Room, Partial Sea View (Laila)

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Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 194 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Triple Room (Aicha)

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Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Partial Sea View (Mounia) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Triple Room, Partial Sea View (Mounia)

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Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 194 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Panoramic Double Room, Sea View (Nour)

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Individually decorated
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Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 151 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room (Meryem)

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Individually decorated
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Panoramic Double Room, Sea View (Malika)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
Located on the top floor
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ground Floor (Zahra) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ground Floor (Zahra)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room (Saadia)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Rue De Touahen, Essaouira, 44000

What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 2 min walk
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 6 min walk
  • Skala du Port - 10 min walk
  • Essaouira Beach - 11 min walk
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Mare - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Baladin Essaouria - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dar al Bahar

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Dar al Bahar. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, parasailing, and surfing/body boarding, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Languages

Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 3281 ft (MAD 30 per night)
  • Street parking available

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Hosted evening meals on weekdays for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Restaurant
  • Room service

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1900
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 30
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 23.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal costs MAD 200

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs MAD 30 per night (3281 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Dar al Bahar
Dar al Bahar Essaouira
Dar al Bahar Hotel
Dar al Bahar Hotel Essaouira
Dar al Bahar Riad
Dar al Bahar Essaouira
Dar al Bahar Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Does Dar al Bahar offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Dar al Bahar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Dar al Bahar?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Dar al Bahar?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dar al Bahar?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Dar al Bahar and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, horseback riding, and parasailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
Are there restaurants at or near Dar al Bahar?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Dar al Bahar like?
Dar al Bahar is located on the waterfront in Medina, a short 2-minute walk from Skala de la Ville and 11 minutes' walk from Essaouira Beach.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Suggest you look elsewhere
Very difficult to find this place in a dingy area. The staff appeared less than happy to see us. They offered no maps nor recommendations for places to eat - a bit useless really. The ocean view was fantastic but the bed was uncomfortable. Neither of us slept well for the two days we spent. Still nice to open the window and listen to the ocean! Shower worked very well with plenty of hot water.
Timothy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great central location
Great location, great service!
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous stay
A great place in a great location with an ocean view from the bedroom window and welcoming helpful staff, and a good breakfast as well, what more could you ask for.
colin, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good!
A great stay here - clean and friendly. Great view from rooftop terrace.
Andrew, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Booked for 2 adults and 2 children and was given a self contained apartment with sitting area and tiny kitchen plus 2 bathrooms over 2 floors. View was amazing, staff polite and breakfast good. Only caution is upstairs bedroom ceiling low (6 feet) and stairs very narrow so may not be good for those with mobility problems. They do have rooms without these issues so just ask but we felt we had the best rooms here for the view alone. Roof terrace a bonus.
catrin, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Riad & Staff
Beautiful Riad, nice room & hot water!! The staff was kind, helpful & very attentive. Hubby had a stomach ache and they got him tea to make him feel better. This is our bad - we didn’t realize that we hadn’t paid online when booking. There was some confusion but they were kind & patient with us. They don’t take credit cards but we were fortunate because we had just enough cash to pay for it.
Leticia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good value for the money wirh fantastic view from our bedroom and fhe terrasse
Fabrice, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Pleasant B&B
A pleasant b&b. The breakfast and service were excellent. We had a room with a sea view which looked out over the rocks but it meant that the room was a bit damp.
Mandy, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a friendly atmosphere keep up the good work
Mohamed, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Window became detached upon opening. Made for a chilly, noisy night, but staff quickly repaired, then all was well. Rooms have no heat, but cozy sleeping under blankets. Very quiet. Good breakfasts. Good location, close to souks.
Pamela, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great riad host
I really appreciated the riad host that he protected my friend from our tour guide who tried to take advantage of her vulnerability. The riad host immediately told the tour guide to leave the room. The host warned us that our tour guide was a crooked snake. I am glad that host stood his ground firmly to protect us and the host treated us with great respect. He served us an amazing breakfast. The riad was beautiful and clean, and it obviously is hundred years old that some areas needed some surface cosmetic work. The terrace on top of roof has good view of Atlantic Ocean. I would definitely return to this location. I want to say thanks to riad host for taking care of us with his protection.
Mary Illeen, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Can’t beat the view
Dar Al Bahar was simply lovely. The room (Malika) that we chose was on the third floor but we were helped both going up and down with our luggage. The view is to die for, absolutely breathtaking. The terrace was perfect for watching the sunset and breakfast. We were a little cold so we had breakfast downstairs which was fine. We always had 2 types of bread with an omelette, coffee and juice. Location is good for all parts of the Medina, about a ten minute walk from where the taxi drops you off.
Suzanne, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Quiet hotel overlooking the ocean in the mediina.
Rooftop deck overlooking the ocean and rooftops. Delicious breakfast, spotless rooms with efficient, helpful and happy staff. A softer bed would have made the stay perfect.
margaret, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were so great and friendly, the room was clean and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this place for a great stay in Essaouira.
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Riad
Excellent Riad
Neil, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Room offered was substandard we had to pay another CS 20 to get an acceptable room. The owner very unfriendly. No creditcard option she charged us 10% surcharge over bank rate for the payment. Very dissatisfied.
milan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely relaxing riad
I had been staying at a different riad in Essauoira but decided to switch to Dar al Bahar and I am so glad I did. It is a lovely riad located on a cliff above the ocean. Some rooms have ocean views, mine did not but I would leave my windows open so that I could smell and hear the ocean. It has a spectacular roof off terrace where a lovey breakfast is served. The staff is very nice and helpful. It is located on the northern side of the medina which I preferred. There are a number of good restaurants nearby and it is an easy walk to shops. When I come back to Essaouira I will definitely stay here,
Robin, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

This hotel is in a relatively quiet part of the Médina, next to the sea (although it’s not on the beach). It is basically a tower, and the rooms get less expensive the higher up you are (because the climb is steep). The room itself was clean and well decorated. The staff was a problem, though. The man on night shift was not at all helpful, and in fact, refused us a slightly earlier breakfast (we requested breakfast 15 minutes before regular time), which we needed because of a 9:00 bus. So we paid in full but received no breakfast. And not even an apology. There are plenty of other options in Essaouira so no need for this one.
Ann, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful!
Greeted with coffee and amazing almond pastries. The sea view room on the city wall was amazing. Don't miss sunset from the fourth floor terrace.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I only wish I could have stayed longer! The rooftop patio is a great place to spend the morning reading. The owner and staff were friendly and helpful. I loved every minute.
Christine, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this guest house
The kindest hosts at this guest house! Amazing location and sea views from the terrace. I would go back in a heartbeat.
Kamille, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A lovely riad in an amazing location.
Everything about this riad was just what we wanted. On arrival we were offered mint tea and Moroccon cookies before being shown to our room which was great. As with most riads, our room wasn't huge but it had everything we needed. We had one of the sea view rooms which was great. The riad couldn't be closer to the sea, so to look out every morning was a really lovely start to the day. The breakfast on the roof terrace is great - coffee, fresh orange juice, omelette and roll. Lovely to eat as you sit and watch the city come to life and plan your day. The location is great - it's quiet but only about a 2 minute walk from the centre of the medina. The staff were really helpful too. I can't wait to go back!
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8/10 Very Good

Small hotel in quiet part of Town
Really pleasant hotel in a quiet part of the old town yet only a few minutes stroll through the lanes to the central square. The staff were all friendly, extremely helpful and only too eager to make our stay as enjoyable as possible, nothing was too much trouble if it would make our stay really special - which it was. Great terrace for breakfast, fantastic sea views - sea view rooms probably recommended if available - looking out over a rocky coast and towards the sandy beaches. Highly recommended both for accommodation and the warmth and help of the Hotel staff
Defadog, 2-night trip
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