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Dar El Qdima

Essaouira · Morocco

4 Rue Malek Ben Rahhal Essaouira 44000View location

7.4/10Very good27 Reviews
Cleanliness7.6/107.6
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort7.6/107.6
Condition6.8/106.8
Amenities6.4/106.4
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About Dar El Qdima

In addition, Wi-Fi access is offered at the establishment's common spaces. The reception desk is open all day long.

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A stay at Hotel Riad Dar El Qdima places you in the heart of Essaouira, within a 10-minute walk of Essaouira Beach and Place du Marché aux Grains. This guesthouse is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bab Sba and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Dar Souiri.

Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 11:00 PM
Check-out until 11:30 AM

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 30.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts cash
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
    • Secured self parking fee: MAD 40 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Arabic

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Place du Marché aux Grains 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Souk Jdid 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Fish Market 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Essaouira Clock Tower 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bayt Dakira 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Gallery Kasbah 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Gallery d’Art Damgaard 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Dar Souiri 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Place Moulay Hassan 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Le Real Mogador 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Bab Sba 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Haim Pinto Synagogue 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Bab Marrakech Tower 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Skala de la Ville 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Essaouira Beach 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Hotel safe
  • Terrace
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Café
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  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
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Room types

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Dar El Qdima

7.4
Very good
27 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.6 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
7.6 /10
Condition
6.8 /10
Amenities
6.4 /10
20 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Hakim
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Dar El Q’dima, and it truly exceeded all expectations. Nestled in the vibrant Medina of Essaouira, this stunning riad offers an authentic yet luxurious Moroccan experience.

From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the charm and beauty of the riad. The intricate details in the design, from the mosaic tiles to the beautiful carved woodwork, reflect the rich cultural heritage of the city. The courtyard, with its fragrant flowers, provided a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The rooms were equally impressive, each uniquely decorated with a blend of traditional Moroccan elements and modern comforts. My room was spacious, beautifully appointed, and offered a perfect mix of comfort and elegance and the attention to detail in the decor made it feel like a true Moroccan sanctuary.

What truly sets Dar El Q’dima apart, however, is the impeccable service. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that my stay , BIG SHOUT OUT TO YASSIR he was nothing short of perfect. From recommending the best places to eat, their warmth and hospitality made me feel like a valued guest.

The rooftop terrace is another highlight of the riad – the views of the Medina and the ocean in the distance are breathtaking. It’s the perfect spot to relax with a refreshing mint tea and soak in the surroundings.

If you’re looking for an authentic, tranquil Riad Dar El Q’dima is the place to stay - Sincerely,

Hakim H.

Traveler from New York.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
Waleed A
It was nice just don’t understand the city tax payment. And why it’s not included in expedia
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2025
Ninian
Very convenient for all the medina
Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2025
Krystyna
Very good location, friendly and helpful staff, breakfast is small but delicious (actually it’s enough because there is no food waste),
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Dec 2024
Mellora
I’ve stayed here a couple of times - very nice dar, well kept, clean and decent. Great location. Would recommend.

The service was a little off this time with the ladies a bit distracted chatting in the kitchen. And the young lad helping missing delivery of breakfast things. A few of us solo guests had to chase for things having waited for a decent amount of time
Both on days when there was a big group and after the group had left the next day.

Still all round a very nice place to stay.

Self
6/10
Pleasant
06 Nov 2024
Darilyn
Room so small, no place to put a small suitcase. No closet or shelf.
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jan 2024
mhamed
I don’t like it coz you can not go out side before 8 h AM
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
26 Jan 2024
mhamed
So good
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2024
mhamed
Just amazing
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2024
Lancy
El Qdima is by far the best hotel to stay in the medina however it does not consist of a rating that it deserves for the quality of service offered by current owners during the last year. In turn, I insist you to disregard manifold of the ratings written earlier. We came as two different families on holiday together and this hotel offered welcoming, warm hosts, who have fantastic recommendations for food and plenty more as well; a nearby vicinity, for minute tasks such as having a excellent hangout and near fabulous restaurants, for foods like lobster, octopus, sardines, oysters, local’s soup and get the opportunity to purchase seafood (mainly fish) from the market.
Personally, I have chosen to highlight the cheerful, caring owners for guiding us around this unfamiliar, unusual, unique region, which we were visiting for our first time. Lokman and Teresa passionately assisted us for any arousing assistance that was required as well as ones that would benefit us, making our stay much less stressful so in this spirit I would like to thank Lokman and Teresa dearly.
The location is wonderful making access to anywhere in the whole medina in a brisk walk of an under a stable amount of five minutes. Featuring this made it a seconds decision whether to travel back to the hotel for any miniature task.
Overall, the memories & experience is commended majorly because of the wonderful time that hotel staff offered to us. Everything above are the reasons that I recommend to stay here.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2025
Razija

Very friendly staff, good location

Very friendly welcome from Yasser. Fresh Moroccan tea and helpful in all the questions I had. House overall quiet and clean, with roof terraces and view over the old Medina. Breakfast is prepared individually depending on your wishes when you want to get up.Room equipoed with only the essentials but that is absolutely justified for the price.
Two very young kittens live on the terrace, they are well taken care of too.
Self
4/10
Poor
23 Jun 2025
Philippe
Personnel très sympa , j’arrive chez moi avec plusieurs boutons alignés…. punaise de lit ?
Self
4/10
Poor
13 Mar 2025
Hélène
The taxi driver didn’t know where the hotel was, hé drops you at any Medina entrance and you find it yourself.
Very noisy and cold, no heat.
No dining area, they serve your breakfast on a low table in the hotel lobby.
Continental breakfast is good.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
22 Feb 2025
Dieter
The riad is situated in alley in the city-Center. That‘s is positive. The room is relatively smal, dark, inadequately lit.
No chair, no smal table to put on for example a Notebook. No hangers in the wardrobe, lamp with Brocken bulb.
After having a shower, it‘s nesseseary to dry the bathroom wird a Litte carpet.
No corredponding Equipment availeble

The room isn‘t well maintaned.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2025
sergio

Calidad precio excelente

Hotel riad precioso, parece un museo, un buen desayono. Calidad precio excelente
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2025
Yasmine

Plutôt bien

Riad en plein coeur de la Médina. Il est bien décoré et mignon. Cependant j’étais dans la chambre 1 et l’odeur de l’humidité était forte plutôt dérangeant même si on y reste juste la nuit, les affaires s’imprègnent de l’odeur. Riad assez bruyant dès le matin lors du petit déjeuner..
sinon le service et le personnel très gentil et serviable!
Self
2/10
Poor
06 Nov 2024
Naoufel
Jag vilja det eftersom jag har läst deras beskrivning det står att de har free parking men de har inga parking alls rummet väldigt fuktig när jag sa de de vill att ska betala mer för att ska byta det dålig boende att bo i
Business
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2024
Amina

Agréable séjour très bon accueil

Très bon accueil Check in rapide, personnel très serviable et attentif aux demandes chambres spacieuses salle de bain très propre et fonctionnel Riad très calme et bien situé. Situé dans une rue très calme et sécurisé. Nous étions deux femmes seules et nous nous sommes vraiment senti tranquille Merci à l’équipe petit déjeuner qui c’est levé tôt pour nous servir le petit déjeuner plutôt car nous devions partir à 8h.
Je vous conseil vraiment.
Agréable séjour
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Sep 2024
Sabah
C’était vraiment super, merci à l’équipe ^^
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
23 Aug 2024
MARJORIE
Petit dejeuner a partir de 9h servi a partir de 9h20/30. Trop tard pour moi !
Un jus d orange dans un petit verre a the au petit dej, ben cest pas beaucoup!
Pas de produit de toilettes (gel douche ou savon)
Friends_and_family Friends

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Dar El Qdima
4 Rue Malek Ben Rahhal Essaouira 44000, Essaouira, Morocco

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