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The ideal location of the riad L'Ayel will allow you to enjoy moments of calm and relaxation while being in the heart of the medina. The huge beach of Essaouira, meanwhile, promises beautiful walks and nautical pleasures just 5 minutes walk from the riad. Our riad, composed of 5 bedrooms, is traditionally decorated in Moroccan style. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom and very comfortable bedding (new for September 2022!). Wifi is available wherever you are in the riad and on the terrace. The breakfast will pleasantly awaken your taste buds. Copious and varied, it is served à la carte and will be served on the terrace or in the dining room. Upon reservation, you can also treat yourself to our Moroccan specialties served for lunch or dinner. We can ensure your transfers between the riad and the airports of Essaouira or Marrakech and also meet your needs in terms of organizing cultural, sports or tourist activities. Riad l'Ayel has been welcoming Booking customers since 2015. See you very soon with us!

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Essaouira, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Gluten-free


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Essaouira
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Orinta
    Lithuania Lithuania
    The riad is absolutely beautiful. It’s in great location everything was a walkable distance.
  • Steven
    United States of America United States of America
    Great host who went out of his way to show me a few areas for lunch. Property was clean and comfy. Only ding is no AC. I know you are on the coast but it's still warm. That's really person dependent as I am a cold sleeper. I would def...
  • Paul
    Canada Canada
    The property was really beautiful. Clean, well maintained, and nicely decorated. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The location was fantastic. Very close to the centre of the old Medina and also walkable from the parking lot with our...

Area info

Amenities of Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Walking tours
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs € 3 per day.
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Solarium
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • English
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

From 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 5 and up are allowed)

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

In accordance with Moroccan law, unmarried Moroccan or mixed couples are not permitted to stay at the property.

Please inform Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira

  • Room options at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • Check-in at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira is from 8:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The prices at Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira is 500 feet from the center of Essaouira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 1,150 feet from Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Riad l'Ayel d'Essaouira offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Windsurfing
    • Solarium
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Horseback riding
    • Walking tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)