Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort
4.1
Excellent(779 Reviews)Hotel in Essaouira
5-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more
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About this hotel
Hotel with private beach, full-service spa
Catch some rays on Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants.
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort offers 156 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a sauna.
Catch some rays on Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants.
Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort offers 156 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a sauna.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
Garden
Map of Essaouira
Available Rooms
Deluxe Room
1 King • 431 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Deluxe Room, Sea View
1 Single • 431 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Suite, Sea View (Ambassador)
1 Double • 753 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Standard Room
1 Double • 323 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Family Room (3 adultes + 1 enfant)
1 Double • 1 Single • 484 ft²
Sleeps 4
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££££
Reviews
4.1
Excellent(779 Reviews)4.1
Very poor front reception not night staff
Had problems with AC at night told us he’s going to send someone to address the problem no one showed up. Until check out. Asked to speak to manager were told he’s coming at 10AM so we waited. Went there were told he’s in a meeting. So no regard for customers. Very ignorant
4.1
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
4.1
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!
4.1
We faced many problems at hotel.
4.1
spacious room couldn't make it for windows not closing properly nor furniture quality; many pieces of furniture broken and outlets non working.
4.1
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.
4.1
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
4.1
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.
4.1
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.
4.1
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
4.1
Nice and quiet
4.1
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.
4.1
This was an exceptional place.. great breakfast, access to both pool and beach was wonderful.. room really nice, clean and comfortable
4.1
Everything was good except the room wasn't to the 5* standard. The bathroom needs renovation as tiles were cracked open water leakage and bent bath tub.
4.1
The hotel is nice, but I had a disappointing experience. I had 3 rooms, 2 of which had a broken AC. I called the front Desk 5 times and every time they told me they would send someone. I wasted hours waiting on this technician and finally gave up.
My kids couldn’t sleep because of the heat.
4.1
Terribly rude reception counter staff.
4.1
Overall was great. Excellent breakfast buffet and restaurant service. The manager (Yassine) was very helpful and values the customer experience. The front desk staff however could use some more training especially dealing with international bookings
4.1
correct
4.1
Great service.
4.1
Good beautiful hotel close to the city centre
4.1
Good beautiful hotel close to the city centre
4.1
Jan 2021 nice staff try everything to help
Gym close at 8pm😔and only opens at 9am thats a pitty if you like to workout before or after work...and ofcourse you try to enjoy other kind of stuff in Essaouira in daytime...
Rest hotel is very clean big rooms all ✅
4.1
Very nice hotel. I enjoyed my whole stay. Excellent food, helpful personnel and location. For teenagers hotel provided strong WiFi signal.
4.1
This hotel is one of a kind!
I have been to a lot of hotels worldwide but the hospitality, service and kindness here was just next level.
Everything was excellent.
Thumbs up for all the staff who made our stay so special!
Even my little son Haroun was treated like a little king and enjoyed our stay to the fullest.
We will definitly come back!
4.1
Where to start, so much to say....
Went with my 6 years old daughter for a 2 nights week-end in Essaouira. Chose this hotel as, as per Expedia, the best in town. Such a disappointment....
Location is great, directly on the beach, few minutes walk from Medina. Lobby is great, checking super fast, room spacious and clean, but then it starts...
Immediately called the room service upon arrival to order food for us. I chose a ribeye. Room serviced called back twice, asking first how I wanted the meat cooked, and 2nd to say they don't have the side dish I chose on their menu. Never mind. One hour later, food arrived. Smelly unchewable meet.... Amazing for a 5 stars hotels...
Evening we decided to go for a drink before dinner, arrived in the bar, chose our drinks. No fanta for my daughter, no corona for me.... ok it was low season, we went to restaurant Alizee, asking for the menu and been answered there is only one fixed menu. No problem I asked the girl at the reception desk what was in this fixed menu, she had no idea, called a waiter who also had no idea and started opening the pots to sniff out and try to guess what's inside. Tired, and as obviously they had no idea what they were serving, I left saying we will outside. The girl than ran after me saying that was the fixed menu for half board (we were not !) but there was an a la carte menu if I wanted. I immediately accepted and asked for it. She answered that was not in this restaurant but in an other one accros the street !!
4.1
Where to start, so much to say.... Went with my 6 years old daughter for a 2 nights week-end in Essaouira. Chose this hotel as, as per Expedia, the best in town. Such a disappointment....Location is great, directly on the beach, few minutes walk from Medina. Lobby is great, checking super fast, room spacious and clean, but then it starts...Immediately called the room service upon arrival to order food for us. I chose a ribeye. Room serviced called back twice, asking first how I wanted the meat cooked, and 2nd to say they dont have the side dish I chose on their menu. Never mind. One hour later, food arrived. Smelly unchewable meet.... Amazing for a 5 stars hotels...Evening we decided to go for a drink before dinner, arrived in the bar, chose our drinks. No fanta for my daughter, no corona for me.... ok it was low season, we went to restaurant Alizee, asking for the menu and been answered there is only one fixed menu. No problem I asked the girl at the reception desk what was in this fixed menu, she had no idea, called a waiter who also had no idea and started opening the pots to sniff out and try to guess whats inside. Tired, and as obviously they had no idea what they were serving, I left saying we will outside. The girl than ran after me saying that was the fixed menu for half board (we were not !) but there was an a la carte menu if I wanted. I immediately accepted and asked for it. She answered that was not in this restaurant but in an other one accros the street !!
4.1
Clean and close to everything. Good staff as well who were very helpful
4.1
Nice location. This hotel is clean and nice, but nothing special
4.1
When I saw some of the reviews I was a little apprehensive about what the service would be like.
It was really good, reception went over and above, housekeeping were really fab, the bar and restaurant areas were always cheery and helpful.
I would say it is not a 5 star by British standards but t is by Moroccan standards and we stayed in quite a few places.
great pool, pool bar, restaurants all really good, Seven is great for a romantic dinner watching the sunset.
4.1
When I saw some of the reviews I was a little apprehensive about what the service would be like. It was really good, reception went over and above, housekeeping were really fab, the bar and restaurant areas were always cheery and helpful. I would say it is not a 5 star by British standards but t is by Moroccan standards and we stayed in quite a few places. great pool, pool bar, restaurants all really good, Seven is great for a romantic dinner watching the sunset.
4.1
Great Hotel when it comes to location and customer service. I have been staying at this Hotel every time I visit Essaouira, and each time it has been an amazing experience. All rooms are extremely clean with plenty of amenities, rooms have an awesome view of the ocean; if you decide to upgrade (strongly recommend). Front desk staff speak English as well and are very helpful, in providing quality exceptional customer service from the Hotel doorman to the manager.
Hotel has full restaurant with many decent menu items to offer, not bad at all! Hotel also offers full SPA services for additional cost. Strongly recommend this Hotel.
4.1
Great Hotel when it comes to location and customer service. I have been staying at this Hotel every time I visit Essaouira, and each time it has been an amazing experience. All rooms are extremely clean with plenty of amenities, rooms have an awesome view of the ocean; if you decide to upgrade (strongly recommend). Front desk staff speak English as well and are very helpful, in providing quality exceptional customer service from the Hotel doorman to the manager.Hotel has full restaurant with many decent menu items to offer, not bad at all! Hotel also offers full SPA services for additional cost. Strongly recommend this Hotel.
4.1
The checking-in was chaotic and took a hour to complete.
The room was large clean and spacious, however the bed was not made up correctly. We had to call reception to get the bed made up.
There is no tea/coffee facilities in the room. Nor any iron. Rang reception several times to eventually borrow an iron.
There's no ice machines in the hotel and had to go to the ground floor bar for ice. Bar staff were not happy having to loan us glasses to carry the ice.
Breakfast, at best can be described as mediocre..... nothing to write up.
The staff were NOT very warm or engaging, even though the hotel was largely empty.
The best part of the hotel is the beautiful artwork and sculptures on the ground floor areas.
Other then that, I will not be rushing back to this establishment.
4.1
Lovely big rooms with great views of the ocean. A big breakfast spread. Perfect location to come back to after a day of kite surfing.
4.1
Nice place! Very near to the beach. Clean swimming pool. Wonderful staff. I recommend here
4.1
This is a lovely, large hotel. Apart from carpets in the corridors, which seem slightly tired in places it is in good condition and offers good value for money.
Essaouira can be very windy and this was the case during our stay. At 23 degrees it was 15 degrees cooler then Marrakech and 5 degrees cooler then Agadir but the wind made it feel a good 5 degrees cooler.
4.1
This is a lovely, large hotel. Apart from carpets in the corridors, which seem slightly tired in places it is in good condition and offers good value for money.Essaouira can be very windy and this was the case during our stay. At 23 degrees it was 15 degrees cooler then Marrakech and 5 degrees cooler then Agadir but the wind made it feel a good 5 degrees cooler.
4.1
Very large hotel with a lovely property. We didn't see any people swimming at the beach, only surfing and kite boarding. There was also a sign not to swim at on part, though it wasn't clear whether or not that applied to the whole beach. People don't really seem to come here to swim.
4.1
Good place to stay
4.1
The bes you can get for your money. Clean, nice, buffet breakfast with lots of options and closeness to most things you would want.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Essaouira?
The average price for a rental in Essaouira is £45 per night. This rental is £65 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort. Enjoy the water!
Is Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Atlas Essaouira Riad Resort?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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