A great choice for a stay in Ounagha, Essaouira Lodge features a winery where you can enjoy a glass of local wine. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, or facials, and international cuisine is served at The Poo House, which is open for breakfast and lunch. Other features of this Mediterranean hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a sauna.
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing a room
Children
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
No cribs (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Children's club*
Pets
Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Parking
Onsite parking limited
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Free beach shuttle
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
What to do
Free beach shuttle
Yoga classes
Ecotours
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free grocery shopping service
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Free beach shuttle
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
20 buildings/towers
Built in 2010
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Winery on site
Banquet hall
Mediterranean architecture
Accessibility
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Roll-in shower
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
35-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free newspapers
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
The Pool House has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.
The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
Dining
The Poo House - This poolside buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
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 19.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MAD 275.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Children's club access is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Essaouira Lodge
Essaouira Lodge Ounagha
Essaouira Ounagha
Essaouira Lodge Hotel
Essaouira Lodge Ounagha
Essaouira Lodge Hotel Ounagha
Frequently asked questions
Does Essaouira Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Essaouira Lodge 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.
Is there a pool at Essaouira Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Essaouira Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Essaouira Lodge?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Essaouira Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is MAD 275.00 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Essaouira Lodge?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Essaouira Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Essaouira Lodge also has a winery, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Essaouira Lodge?
Yes, The Poo House offers alfresco dining, international cuisine, and garden views.
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Beautiful lodge surroundings but limited dining options which were happily overcome by the charming and extremely helpful staff. I'd recommend staying here only if you're looking for stillness and tranquility as it's a very off the beaten path location that's at least 20 mins from the city centre of Essaouira which is very charming but quiet too.
Liseli
Liseli, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Stay at Essaouira lodge
Amazing and good service
Bader
Bader, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 18, 2024
Rohit
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 11, 2023
Older property but very clean and functional. Staff at front desk quite willing to help out with anything you need. Breakfast, lunch and dinner have nice buffets with good service.
Neil
Neil, 2-night business trip
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2/10 Poor
May 3, 2023
Ibrahim
Ibrahim, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 18, 2023
Great big property but in poor condition in parts.
Severe ant infestation in living room.
Some cold water taps not working.
No shower gel or shampoo in some bathrooms. No soap in one toilet. Another toilet flush not working. Terribly cleaned by maid service.
Verified traveler
3-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 1, 2022
J
J, 3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor
Dec 28, 2018
Don't stay there with children
One male member of staff tried to kiss our young daughter on the mouth. When we consulted the manager we were told this was "normal in Morocco". Apart from that the place is well designed pretty to look at but has seen better days. Cleanliness is an issue, especially when staying with kids
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1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 18, 2018
Lovely, peaceful location but showing its age
One of the reasons we booked Essaouira Lodge was the promise of a kitchenette so we could do simple food preparation during our stay. However, the kitchen in our apartment lacked any of the bare essentials required to use it, such as cookware, cooking utensils, or cleaning products. After some back and forth with the staff we managed to get some beat-up pots and pans and a scrubbing brush; we had to forget about doing anything more complicated than boiling eggs. The kettle was filthy and the coffee maker needed an hour of amateur engineering and cleaning to bring it to working order.
The apartment itself was quite nice but very much showing signs of age and cumulative lack of maintenance.
The shuttle service back and forth from the city is excellent. The pool is nice and the staff in the restaurant/bar are lovely. The breakfast, however, is a bit grim.
Scott
Scott, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 26, 2018
Nice hotel, lovely staff.
We stayed here for 4 days and it was super relaxing. The pool area was great and the staff in the bar and restaurant were lovely.
Our room was a little bit tired, and the bed was rock hard! There was also an awful smell from the shower which got progressively worse throughout our stay, they weren't very quick at resolving this which made it hard to spend time in the room.
I had a massage at the hotel which was OK, but I would recommend getting one in the town as they are slightly better.
Having the bus shuttle was brilliant as they take you into town whenever you request, and the driver was lovely.
All in all I would recommend staying here as the price was so reasonable and the staff are so friendly, I was just a bit disappointed with our room, luckily we didn't spend much time in there!
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4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2018
I recommend this place for a family or couples. It’s amazing place , I’ll definitely go back .....
Majid
Majid, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2018
Relaxing hotel
This is a wonderful hotel. Very tranquil with excellent service. We felt very well looked after. The hotel is a bit far from the city but the shuttle service is excellent
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Apr 19, 2018
Serene
The lodge itself is really lovely. Big rooms, nice pool and grounds, great service. Food is a little mediocre and quite a bit more than what we have paid elsewhere.
Carina
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 12, 2017
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3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 10, 2017
great place to relax
It seemed like a luxurious hotel based on the pictures and ratings. However, it is more like a nice but simple hotel with a great pool and wonderful gardens. Upon arrival a more welcoming manner would have been nice, but on the second day we felt the staff was a bit more attentive.
Florian
Florian, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2017
Tranquil oasis inside the Medina
Stayed at Riad Jona twice during our stay in Morocco and would definitely stay here again. Once inside the Riad it is very peaceful and tranquil and the staff were fantastic; made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble for them. The Riad is beautifully decorated throughout.
Sandra
Sandra, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2017
Lovely hotel
It is a lovely hotel with a very good price.
Ethel
Ethel, 7-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
May 18, 2017
Comfortable hotel in relaxed setting
Relaxing place to stay away from the more crowded town.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2016
great
Great hotel. Stayed with 2 kids and it was perfect for families. The staff, pool and entire experience was fantastic.
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2015
Lovely, peaceful haven with fantastic staff
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Essaouira Lodge. The suites, apartments and villas are all beautiful and set in lovely gardens. The staff are extremely welcoming and helpful - they could not do enough to make our stay enjoyable. The food was lovely and they have a gorgeous and very relaxing massage room on site and hammam. The shuttle service to town is brilliant and it means you hardly even notice that you are staying outside the town as its so convenient. We would definitely recommend Essaouira Lodge as a delightful place to stay.
Laura
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 30, 2015
Great value for money and lovely place
We stayed for a week at Essaouria Lodge which is about 15km out of Essaouira itself. The setting is lovely and is amazing value for money. We had a lovely breakfast every morning and a buffet lunch was always available. Evening meals had to be ordered in advance and we usually didn't have this. We almost had the place to ourselves. The hotel staff were very helpful.
Little bits are tired. The gym equipment doesn't all work, the air conditioned bus is a bit less grand than billed, there is no wifi and the pre ordering for dinner are slight niggles but for the price I don't consider these to be a huge issue. If you want it all to be perfect then pay for that somewhere else.
The free bus into town was always available for us and always on time and made a real difference to our experience. The weather is better just that little bit out of tow. If you want peace and quiet at a great price this is a fantastic spot.
Verified traveler
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
Sami
Sami, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Aug 11, 2023
Michael
Michael, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jan 30, 2023
Assez satisfaisant dans l'ensemble
Satisfaisant pour une nuit.
Nous avons été bien accueilli, le site est beau.
Par contre nous avons eu une chambre qui venait tout juste d'être fini, il y avait de la poussière d'enduit sur le lit. Pas de télé
La douche est agréable.
samia
samia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2022
Séjour très agréable et personnel sympathique et efficace.