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Riad Sidi Magdoul

2.0 star property
City-center guesthouse within easy reach of Essaouira Beach

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In the heart of Medina, Riad Sidi Magdoul offers a warm welcome with 27 holes of golf, a rooftop terrace, and a cozy coffee shop. With in-room WiFi and helpful multilingual staff by your side, enjoy local cuisine for breakfast or relax with some tea in the lobby.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Children stay free
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Hair dryer
The current price is CNY204
CNY272 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1

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Standard Room (Indigo) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (Indigo)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Familiale | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Familiale

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Miel | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Miel

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (Anis)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Cannelle | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Cannelle

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room (Azur) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (Azur)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Quadruple Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Sky | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Sky

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, Non Smoking, City View | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
21 Rue Sidi Abdesmih, Essaouira, 44000

What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Place Moulay Hassan - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Essaouira Clock Tower - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Essaouira Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Skala du Port - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Nomade - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brunch & Co - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Riad Sidi Magdoul

Riad Sidi Magdoul features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Essaouira Beach. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
    • Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing a room
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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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

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1830
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Access via exterior corridors

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

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 4 for adults and EUR 4 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 5 (subject to availability)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts cash.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Riad Sidi Magdoul

Riad Sidi Magdoul Essaouira

Riad Sidi Magdoul House

Riad Sidi Magdoul House Essaouira

Riad Sidi Magdoul Guesthouse Essaouira

Riad Sidi Magdoul Guesthouse

Riad Sidi Magdoul Essaouira

Riad Sidi Magdoul Guesthouse

Riad Sidi Magdoul Guesthouse Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Does Riad Sidi Magdoul offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Riad Sidi Magdoul 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.

Are pets allowed at Riad Sidi Magdoul?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Riad Sidi Magdoul?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Riad Sidi Magdoul.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riad Sidi Magdoul?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 5 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Riad Sidi Magdoul and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding.

What's the area around Riad Sidi Magdoul like?

Riad Sidi Magdoul is in Medina, a short 7-minute walk from Essaouira Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Place Moulay Hassan.

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Reviews

Riad Sidi Magdoul Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent and very generous with a variety of delicious options. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good and delicious breakfast, very kind and helpful service
Hussein, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great location, lovely building
Hayley, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

In the heart of the medina yet lovely and quiet. Helpful staff. Spotless room.
Dorothy, 4-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Nice friendly staff
Mohamed, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely riad accommodation in a passageway just off one of the main streets in the medina at Essaouira. Breakfast in the central atrium was a lovely way to start the day. A relaxing place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the medina. Room was compact with two single beds but was an authentic road experience.
Simon, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was perfect! The riad was in a perfect location, it was in the centre of the medina with everything so close by. The room was clean and had all the amenities needed. The breakfast was great and the staff were responsive - Rita was brill! The riad itself was gorgeous, with a lovely rooftop and a great lounge area. We got some great restaurant recommendations from staff too. I definitely will be coming back to this beautiful riad and Essaouira ❤️
Zaloa, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Amazing location. Comfy beds. Friendly staff. Good value for money
Zachary, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A very nice, clean and quiet little place in the middle of the busy Medina. You can heard the seagulls and see the sky from your bed. Tasteful decoration in the rooms. Kind staff. Excellent breakfast.
Jaime, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

My family and I recently stayed at Riad Sidi Magdoul for a week in the “superior apartment”. On the positive side, the apartment itself was stunningly decorated, showcasing beautiful interior design (typical Moroccan) that made it visually appealing. It was also much bigger than what had been advertised (I would guess appr 80 square meter). The reception area also looked very nice and welcoming, and the location of the hotel was convenient. We only had breakfast once at the riad but thought it was ok and decent priced. However, there were unfortunately several significant issues that overshadowed these positives. Firstly, cleanliness was a concern. The apartment was unusually dirty, even by Moroccan standards, as we have visited Morocco and Essaouira five times before and have never encountered such standard in a riad or apartment (we have a relative living in Essaouira and have also been staying in her apartment). During our stay, we for example encountered at least 10 cockroaches, which was absolutely unacceptable. Moreover, the service was extremely poor. It felt like our apartment wasn’t truly part of the hotel; we weren’t offered any housekeeping whatsoever, although other guests in the hotel received daily service. This was not something that we had been informed of and therefore took us by surprise. To make matters worse, we were charged appr. 10% more for the room than what was agreed with hotels, and the hotel only accepted cash payments. While this is not uncomm
Anna, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and good breakfast. Good location.
Stanley, 4-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Cold and dark room, staff rather unfriendly. Also pretty noisy, as the room faces a central courtyard, very little sound insulation. Shower scorching hot for 2 minutes, then ice-cold for 5 minutes, then hot again. Also, I was there off-season, literally every single room, including mine, was empty and cleaned. I arrived at 14h, but even though the room was available they tolled me that check-in only starts at 15h and made me wait. Overall, not recommended.
Ben, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay

Easy to find. Cool clean and fresh. Friendly staff. Everything was perfect
Lori, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, and friendly staff.
Abdelali, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, calm, quiet. Very pleasant accommodation.
James, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Location
riaz, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good

Good location
Siu Shan, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very conveniently located. The rooms are very nice. The property is been renovated. Geeat bang for the buck You cant beat the price. The ownersbare on site.
Charle, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent location, clean, friendly staff, nice rooms. Breakfast is included. We got it for an extremely low price, which made it a superbe deal. Located directly in a small alley off one of the main streets in the Medina. The alley looked dark but don’t get fooled, the Riad is lovely. There is a roof terras with good to catch some sun. No view though. Within the Medina you go by door and there are steep stairs so not great if you travel with a bulky suitcase. Better with a backpack only. Only the shower was not warm consistently in our room on second floor. Otherwise highly recommend for the prize.
Verified

2/10 Poor

First of all, we were supposed to stay at the Riad , once we got there, we were told that the room we reserved they are doing construction on it , we were given an apartment outside of the Riad in a scary neighborhood, the apartment sheets , blankets and pillows so stinky! When we ask the lady that we don’t want to stay here , she simply responds with you can cancel if you want, on the top of that , they asked us to pay fee that it’s called a property taxes cash , which it’s already paid in the beginning that I have it in the confirmation invoice! They are scammers, not honest, they zero customer service ( not recommended at all )
Mehdi, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location

We arrived early so our room wasn't ready. We did check in a drop the bags. When we went to collect the bags there was a whole family at the reception ( the owners i guess) and the french man wouldn't even get up from the couch the get the bags as he was lying down watching tv. After making some gestures he did. We were never informed about breakfast so we paid for breakfast outside the premises ( my bad for not checking my booking but I would have expected to be informed about at the check in). We were on the first floor and at night it got so loud as people was chatting in the reception until about 11 and some others coming and going. The lack of a water fountain makes the riad quite noisy. But overall is a good place to stay, clean and cute room and very well located.
M N, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

A la réception accueil correct. Escalier raide pour monter à la chambre. Dans ce riad la déco est absente. Atmosphère froide. Idem chambre. Peu de meubles mais fonctionnel. Couette chaude. Propreté correcte. Très calme sauf les chatons qui miaulent en pleine journée. Nuit ok même s'il n'y a pas de chauffage. Douche spatieuse mais rudimentaire. WC vieillot. Évier très étroit. Serviettes en nombre et qui sentent bon. Par contre le petit déjeuner est indigne beaucoup de bouffe industrielle et il faut réclamer des œufs sinon ce serait très médiocre. Café ok. Aller prendre le petit déjeuner ailleurs. Étrangeté la porte principale de l'hôtel reste ouverte la nuit même s'il y a un gardien.
Francois, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Rent, bra personal, bekvämt
Helena, 7-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Électricité manquante dans la salle de bain Douche à l'eau froide Le lieux est quand même agréable et la literie est confortable
François, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Mielenkiintoinen ja positiivinen kokemus- toimiva.
Harri, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

RAS
Tony, 1-night trip