RIAD MAROSKO, Essaouira
About the Hotel
Riad Marosko - A historic guesthouse in the Medina with a rooftop terrace, sea views, and a personalized breakfast featuring local specialties
A 3-star guesthouse set within a historic building, Riad Marosko sits in the heart of the Essaouira Medina, 200 meters from the city center and 700 meters from Plage d'Essaouira. The property features a sun terrace with outdoor furniture, a shared lounge, and free in-room WiFi. Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, soundproofing, tiled floors, and inner courtyard views; some are on the ground floor. A continental or ร la carte breakfast with local specialties, fresh pastries, and juice is served on the rooftop terrace each morning at Riad Marosko. The guesthouse also offers a coffee house on site, themed dinner nights, and walking tours. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, private check-in/out, luggage storage, laundry, car hire, and a paid airport shuttle. Family rooms, a kid-friendly buffet, and kids' meals are available. Nearby attractions include Othello Garden, Sidi Kaouki Beach, and the Golf de Mogador, while Essaouira Mogador Airport is 17 km away. Staff speak Arabic, English, and French.
Pros
The rooftop terrace provides views of the city and the sea.
Breakfast includes an ร la carte option with local specialties and fresh pastries.
Staff are fluent in Arabic, English, and French.
The guesthouse is a 2-minute walk from the main shopping street and a 10-minute walk from the beach.
Rooms are soundproofed, ensuring minimal noise from the medina.
Cons
Some rooms are located near the lobby, offering limited privacy during the day.
There is no air conditioning in the rooms; heating is available but no cooling.
Must-do experiences
- Savor fresh seafood at the lively Fish Market at sunset.
- Wander through the artisans' quarter for unique local crafts.
- Sample a traditional tagine at Restaurant Les Jardins de la Medina.
- Visit the Essaouira Museum for an insight into local history.
- Catch live music at the Moulay Hassan Square in the evening.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Horseback riding
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Public parking is possible at a location nearby at true.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock