LA MAISON DU VENT, Essaouira
About the Hotel
La Maison Du Vent - A traditional 3-star riad in the Old Medina with a rooftop terrace, on-site spa, horse and camel rides, and a Booking.com rating of 8.4/10
La Maison Du Vent, a 3-star riad with an 8.4/10 Booking.com rating, occupies a restored traditional building in the Old Medina. It offers 6 double or twin rooms and 3 suites, each with a private bathroom and authentic decor. A continental breakfast is served each morning on the rooftop terrace-solarium at La Maison Du Vent. The property features a small library and free WiFi in all areas. The on-site spa provides treatments including body scrubs, facials, manicures, pedicures, and yoga classes. Guests can arrange horse or camel rides, bike and quad rentals, and cooking classes with the staff. The hotel also offers bicycle rental, canoeing, cycling, hiking, and walking tours. Nearby attractions include Sidi Kaouki beach, Plage d'Essaouira, and the city wall at Borj Moulay Mohammed. The riad has a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, luggage storage, and safety deposit boxes. La Maison Du Vent is accessible via taxi, with a 3-hour travel time from Agadir.
Pros
Staff are consistently praised for going above and beyond in helpfulness and hospitality.
Location near the Bab Marrakech gate allows easy parking and quick access to the central medina and beach.
Traditional Moroccan decor with restored features creates an authentic atmosphere.
Rooftop terrace offers a pleasant breakfast setting with views over the medina.
Cons
Some rooms facing the street can experience noise at night, especially from groups.
Occasional sewage smell in bathrooms, though staff can resolve it with cleaning products.
Must-do experiences
- Savor a traditional tagine at Restaurant La Table by Madada.
- Wander through the vibrant Souk of Essaouira for local crafts.
- Catch a sunset at the Essaouira ramparts for breathtaking views.
- Visit the Essaouira Museum to discover local history and art.
- Try fresh seafood at the fish market and choose your own meal.
Select your room type
- Double Room2 persons18 sq. feet1 King-size bedHeatingShowerroom details
- Twin Room2 persons21 sq. feet2 Single bedsHeatingShowerroom details
- Suite Room2 persons40 sq. feet3 Single bedsHeatingShowerroom details
Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Yoga class
- Aerobics
Guest Parking
- No parking available.
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Dinner
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Make up services
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Location
Reviews and Ratings
Guest reviews