Heure Bleue Palais - Relais & Chateaux, Essaouira

Heure Bleue Palais - Relais & Chateaux, a 5-star historic riad with a rooftop pool, hammam spa, and Moroccan fine dining

Heure Bleue Palais - Relais & Chateaux occupies a restored 19th-century mansion in Essaouira’s Old Medina, featuring 33 non-smoking rooms and suites arranged around a central courtyard. The property includes a rooftop terrace with a heated pool and panoramic views of the medina and ocean. Chef Ahmed Handour leads the Oriental restaurant, serving modern Moroccan cuisine with dishes like lamb with Berber couscous and whiting fish tagine, alongside a seasonal menu at the Terrace Grill. A traditional hammam and spa offer treatments such as Argan oil massages and exfoliation rituals. The hotel provides guided tours of the medina, cookery classes, and proximity to landmarks like Bab Doukkala and the Sqala of the port. Relais & Châteaux standards ensure high service levels, including concierge assistance and private transfers.