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Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury beachfront hotel with private beach, near Essaouira Beach

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On the sun-kissed shores of Essaouira Coast, Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort beckons with a private beach and swim-up bar. Soak up the coastal vibe at Thalion spa or explore shopping on site while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 4 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Swim-up bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is CNY1,108
CNY1,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

Why we love this property

Sun-kissed beach bliss
This hotel resides on a private sandy beach. Luxurious loungers, umbrellas, and towels await beachgoers at this coastal haven with a beachfront restaurant.
Work and beach bliss
Tackle business in tech-equipped meeting rooms, then recharge with spa treatments and beach time. The hotel's swim-up bar adds perfect leisure balance.
Fine dining feasts
Culinary journeys unfold at 4 restaurants with international and Moroccan cuisines. Ocean views enhance dining. A cafe, bar, and buffet breakfast await.

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Plasma TV

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Suite (Ambassador)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Rooms

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, Sea View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Garden View Rooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Ambassador Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Boulevard Mohamed V, Essaouira, 44000

What's nearby

  • Essaouira Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Place Moulay Hassan - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Essaouira Clock Tower - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Skala du Port - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Skala de la Ville - 7 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Chalet De La Plage - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Fanatic - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Coupole - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bonzo Coffee Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪cafe Roma Essaouira - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort

  • Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort offers a private beach where you can enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Essaouira Beach. The outdoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. Serving international cuisine and offering ocean views, LES ALIZES is one 4 restaurants. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a steam room. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 156 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Shopping
  • Private beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2008
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Plasma television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bathtub only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Thalion has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

LES ALIZES - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine.
LE SAFRAN - This restaurant specializes in Moroccan cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
LE DECK - This poolside café serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
LE SEVEN - This beachfront seafood restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Amiraute - This lobby lounge overlooks the ocean. Open daily.

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: EUR 3.66 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • 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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Atlas Essaouira
Atlas Hotel Essaouira
Atlas Essaouira And Spa
Atlas Essaouira Hotel Essaouira
Atlas Essaouira Hotel
Atlas Essaouira SPA
Atlas Essaouira Riad Essaouira
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort Hotel
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort Essaouira
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort Hotel Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Does Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort 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 Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort and nearby?

Have fun with activities like horseback riding, sailing, and body boarding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort also has a private beach and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?

Yes, there are 4 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, international cuisine, and ocean views.

What's the area around Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort like?

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort is a short 6-minute walk from Essaouira Beach and 19 minutes' walk from Place Moulay Hassan.

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Reviews

Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is located right in front of a beautiful, long, and wide beach with plenty of activities and stunning views. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfast was well prepared and offered a variety of choices. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel, staff very friendly and welcoming. we asked if a late check out was possible and they agreed, free of charge. Outdoor area was lovely, with a lovely pool. The hotel is licensed with a good range of drinks available.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The view from the room was incredibly beautiful. Overall the hotel was good with a variety of places to eat at the hotel and nearby. The lobby was also lovely. Bed was comfy and enjoyed the large bath tub.
Quentin David, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great location on beach and near medina.
jevon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

spotless rooms and fantastic staff
JOHN, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Riad resort is beautiful, huge and has a lot of facilities. Beach front is surreal
Farhat, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great, and location
JOHN, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel. We had a great room with view of Ocean. Pool was nice but understaffed for food and towels
Helen, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended. The hotel staff very professional and very friendly and helpful. Thank you for making my stay very enjoyable ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Hicham, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The property was amazing for holidays, available with a sea view room unique. The personal was very kind and always at disposal for clients request. The breakfast was well prepared and diversified. Special mention for the doorway entrance Mr DIOUF, always welcoming and smiling. Thank you for everything, we endorse this hotel.
Jean-Pierre, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I liked everything only de rooms are not cold enough but the service is great the people are Nice the hotel is clean and great location
Ghada, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very Good Hotel.

Beautiful Hotel just right in front of the beach. The place, staff, and amenities were all good. The staff is very polite and very helpful. Good breakfast with lots of choices. 15 minutes walk to the downtown. Whether you are going with or without family, I strongly recommend this place to everyone. Definitely going to visit again.
F, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Waterfront hotel with sea view, including from breakfast patio. Private section on the beach has towels, chairs. Nice pool but very windy. Very confusing layout of room numbers. Got lost twice because odd numbered and even numbered rooms are in different wings, but directions on signs are ranges. Spa drove me crazy - said would accept dollars and then refused a $20 bill because it was "too old."
Hilary, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Rooms and property in general are very good. Surprisingly for Morocco, staff is not very friendly/helpful (except the bellboy, he was excellent). The reception, restaurant, etc., did not make us feel welcome at all. Food and drinks were good. Hotel is very well located. beach front and there is a lot to do walking distance. We walked to the medina and back but next time I might stay closer.
Alfie, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Not 5* standard, disgusting room

Pros: Excellent location, great parking, good breakfast (not 5* though), nice staff, beautiful lobby and garden Cons: the room was very dirty, we got upgraded to a Deluxe room which was old and dirty
Katarzyna, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Kitchen waiting staff need management

The hotel lobby is very splendid and the reception services very helpful. The grounds are lovely and the ambiance quiet and exclusive. The breakfast was cold - we arrived at 10 am and all the tureens were nearly empty and their contents cold. The staff started packing away at 10.20 and loudly talking to each other. Not what should happen in an expensive hotel. We had a sea view room which was a mistake since rather traffic noise was horrendous and since the air con was not operative in early March it was either a noisy night or a hot night.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good, not 5 star though

Good location. Taxi ride to Medina 7DH or easy walk of about 15 min. Beach opposite the hotel. Easy walk to restaurants. Parking was on the street & we did ask if we could park inside the boom gate and told no, park on the street. We had a burger & club sandwich from bar- they were good and reasonably priced for a hotel. Breakfast is ok - not many options. The pool was nice but the pool bar was not open when we visited. The staff - not friendly, not rude - just ‘there’. The lady at the omelette station was probably the only one with a smile.
Stephen, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The door to my room malfunctioned, this was not handled well by the staff. This is the main reason for my dissatisfaction, there was no understanding or real help from the staff, when I tried to talk to the receptionist about it, he was only smiling. For me, it is a problem when the door can´t be locked, or can´t be opened. This happened multiple times. Except for that, ok hotel, nice location with some rooms overlooking the sea.
Stig, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I think its important to note that this hotel has a five star rating. When you have this rating i think its fair to be critical of things that i would otherwise not comment on. Cons: the pool needed a clean (there was green slime on some of the walls. Some of the matress beds by the pool were covered in bird poo for days on end. Somebody left a plate and coffee mug at the pool bar and it stayed there for days showing nobody was walking round and checking at the pool. A few of the complimentary soaps and shampoos in the shower were empty when we got there, when i asked at reception for them to be refilled they filled it with a very small amount, im guessing they are afraid of guests in a 5* hotel stealing moisturiser which is fine but it leaves a bit.of.a sour taste in my mouth to be treated like a criminal. The tv in the room didnt work as it hadnt been tuned. Pro: pool was nice tempature and gets the sun pretty much all day. the staff were great and attentive and helpful and spoke many languages (in particular a porter from senegal whos name i didnt catch was amazing). It has a bar with football on and they have music there too. The room was clean and spacious.
Hans, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I love it here!

I've just spent a week at this lovely hotel - I enjoyed a different artwork in the lobby area almost daily. The room, a little tired, was very comfortable and clean and I'm glad I booked a seaview - watching the beach spring into life each morning was a highlight (NB the beach is long, wide and often very windy - watching the kite surfers dance in the air was beautiful!). There was plenty of choice each morning at breakfast and the attendant staff were, on the whole, friendly and helpful. The pool area was pleasant and the pool itself refreshing! Again, be prepared for the windier days. There is also a lovely calm garden area with couches etc. Location: at first I was a little disappointed to find the hotel situated so far from the medina, fishing port and fort but actually the walk (around 30 minutes) North along the beach was really enjoyable (watching the families enjoying the waves etc) as we headed to the busier end of town. Walking South provided an opportunity to watch the various camel and horse riders and, of course, enjoy the acrobatics of the kite surfers. I loved the wide, windswept expanses of beach in this area. We also discovered some excellent restaurants behind the hotel, around 10 - 15 minutes walk. 5 star? That is subjective, dependent on your previous experiences but I, for one, am looking forward to returning to the Atlas Essaouira Riad Hotel soon!
7-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Nice Hotel. Good room with excellent sea view. The shower was broken when we arrived, and the reception organised this to be fixed the same day. However it continued to leak and cause issues with the bathroom floor. The bathroom door was already bowed as it had been exposed to the water from previous leaks, which we realised when we arrived. Semi responsive staff. When we arrived there was not much customer care and we were left to our own devices to find the amenities. The reception staff just told us what time breakfast was and our room number, and we were left to find this. Room cleaning would not happen in a timely manner and we would leave and come back in the afternoon after our daily excursions, only to find our room was not clean despite the sign asking for this to be done, being clearly displayed on the door handle as is expected. I opted for a massage on our last day, which was nice (first half), someone walked in during the second half when I was semi naked laying on my back. My eyes were semi covered, so i did not see if it was staff or a customer, but assume it was the latter as the masseur Hadijah, ushered them out in silence. The person sounded like a child and when finished, I noted there were two male children walking the spa halls looking for Hadijah to ask her something. I did not mention this to staff, as I could not confirm, but wanted to note in the review as privacy policies and adherance to dignity practices should be paramount for this service.
Gillian, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good

More like a very good 3 star hotel than a 5

The Atlas Riad Essaouira is a beautifully designed hotel with an excellent location. The lobby area is warm and welcoming, creating a great first impression. However, when I arrived early, I had to wait at the bar, which unfortunately wasn’t serving any soft drinks. As a tired and thirsty traveler, it would be great if the bar or coffee area could be open for early arrivals to offer refreshments while waiting for the room to be ready. Fortunately, the reception staff were accommodating and managed to prepare our room by 1 pm, which was much appreciated. Our room had a lovely and impressive sea view, but it was somewhat outdated and did not meet the standards of a 5-star hotel as advertised. For example, the room lacked basic amenities like an iron, which is typically expected in 5-star accommodations. Additionally, the sink in the bathroom did not drain properly, requiring manual adjustment to prevent overflow. Despite calling reception three times, it took some persistence before someone finally came to assist. The WiFi on the third floor was also quite poor, which was a bit frustrating. On a positive note, the swimming pool was delightful, although the bar service there could be improved. The waiter was unable to recommend any cocktails, leaving me to choose one at random. Overall, while the hotel facilities are decent, there is a need for significant improvements in customer service and attention to detail to truly meet the expectations of a 5-star rating. That said, it
Jenny, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

More like a very good 3 star hotel than a 5

The Atlas Riad Essaouira is a beautifully designed hotel with an excellent location. The lobby area is warm and welcoming, creating a great first impression. However, when I arrived early, I had to wait at the bar, which unfortunately wasn’t serving any soft drinks. As a tired and thirsty traveler, it would be great if the bar or coffee area could be open for early arrivals to offer refreshments while waiting for the room to be ready. Fortunately, the reception staff were accommodating and managed to prepare our room by 1 pm, which was much appreciated. Our room had a lovely and impressive sea view, but it was somewhat outdated and did not meet the standards of a 5-star hotel as advertised. For example, the room lacked basic amenities like an iron, which is typically expected in 5-star accommodations. Additionally, the sink in the bathroom did not drain properly, requiring manual adjustment to prevent overflow. Despite calling reception three times, it took some persistence before someone finally came to assist. The WiFi on the third floor was also quite poor, which was a bit frustrating. On a positive note, the swimming pool was delightful, although the bar service there could be improved. The waiter was unable to recommend any cocktails, leaving me to choose one at random. Overall, while the hotel facilities are decent, there is a need for significant improvements in customer service and attention to detail to truly meet the expectations of a 5-star rating. That said, it
Jenny, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was clean and the staff were very helpful. The breakfast was good, buffet style, with an omelette Station.
Steven, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Massive convention hotel in a relatively small town, which actually was a nice break from the small coziness of our Marrakech riad.
greg, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful resort located facing the beach. Massive property with many amenities.
Jean, 1-night trip