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Villa Garance

Essaouira · Morocco

Rue Eddakhil, 10View location

9.4/10Excellent154 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition9.2/109.2
Location8.8/108.8
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Villa Garance

Visitors will enjoy a peaceful and calm stay at Villa Garance as it counts with a total of 10 rooms. Wi-Fi internet connection is available on public areas. Villa Garance offers 24-hour reception for guests' convenience.

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With a stay at Villa Garance in Essaouira (Medina), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Place Moulay Hassan and Skala de la Ville. This spa riad is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Essaouira Beach and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Skala du Port.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Conveniences include in-room child care (surcharge), and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Pets not allowed

Important information

  • You need to know
    • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
    • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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 credit cards and cash
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Property Registration Number Patente : 47221976
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    Arabic

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Bayt Dakira 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Gallery Kasbah 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Fish Market 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Place Moulay Hassan 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Le Real Mogador 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Place du Marché aux Grains 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Souk Jdid 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Essaouira Clock Tower 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Skala de la Ville 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Haim Pinto Synagogue 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Gallery d’Art Damgaard 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Dar Souiri 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Bab Sba 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Bab el-Marsa 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Essaouira Beach 0.7 km / 0.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bellboy service
  • Hotel safe
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  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Café
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Golf practice facility
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIORDouble or Twin • SUPERIORDBT.SU

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    Double or Twin SUPERIOR

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    SUPERIOR

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  • Room COMFORTRoom • COMFORTROO.OM

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    Room COMFORT

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    COMFORT

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    Room code: ROO.OM

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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG

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    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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  • SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX

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    SUITE DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: SUI.DX

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  • Double or Twin KING SIZE BEDDouble or Twin • KING SIZE BEDDBT.KG

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    Double or Twin KING SIZE BED

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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBT.KG

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  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: DBT.2B

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDBT.QN-SU

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    Double or Twin SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBT.QN-SU

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • DOUBLE COMFORTDOUBLE • COMFORTDBL.OM

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    DOUBLE COMFORT

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Room code: DBL.OM

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  • SUITE DELUXE TWO BEDSSUITE • DELUXE TWO BEDSSUI.2B-DX

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    SUITE DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Room code: SUI.2B-DX

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  • TRIPLE COMFORTTRIPLE • COMFORTTPL.OM

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    TRIPLE COMFORT

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    Room code: TPL.OM

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBL.SU

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE BASICDOUBLE • BASICDBL.Z1

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    DOUBLE BASIC

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    BASIC

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    Room code: DBL.Z1

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  • SUITE DELUXE QUEEN BEDSUITE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDSUI.DX-QN

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    SUITE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: SUI.DX-QN

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBT.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Villa Garance

9.4
Excellent
154 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
9.2 /10
Location
8.8 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
75 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
05 Feb 2026
Jenny
The room was nice-a little chilly but a space heater was provided. Outlets available by the bed. There are a lot of stairs which made navigating a big suitcase difficult. There was no one to help with luggage so if you aren’t in decent physical condition this could be a problem. Breakfast was just ok compared to other Riads I have visited.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2026
Shae
Room was amazing, great staff and awesome location!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
Janice
Great location, good breakfast, comfortable beds
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
Aviva

Une nuit qui en vaut mille

Cet hôtel est incroyable, les gens sont extrêmement gentils. Kids friendly.
La chambre est propre, bien agencée. La déco est très belle, vous vous sentirez dépaysés.
Le petit déjeuner est délicieux, et ils font tout pour vous satisfaire.
La literie est bonne, et vous aurez l'impression de dormir chez Shérazade.

Si nous revenons a Essaouira, nous reviendrons dans ce riad.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Apr 2025
Helen
Very friendly welcome. Always felt safe. Wonderful breakfast, the fresh orange juice was delicious.

My only reason for a slightly lower score was the accessibility in our room. It was a stunning room but the tiled stairs coming out of the bathroom were a big hazard. My husband (fit, active 30 year old) slipped and has fractured his elbow. Might be worth more than one bath mat being provided in this room to avoid this happening to anyone else.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2024
Sarah
A beautiful Riad, wonderful people and a delicious breakfast Clean friendly town and Medina. Highly recommend!
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2024
Adam
We only spent one night in the superior suite room 7, but it was one of the best places and rooms we have ever stayed whilst travelling abroad. The staff are all extremely friendly, welcoming and warm, the room was very clean and smelt amazing, the bed and bedding is the most comfortable I've ever slept in, the soaps and lotions are devine, the location is excellent right in the centre of the Medina, the breakfast was delicious and the jams homemade. Everything was just fabulous.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2024
Shelley
Charming riad in the medina. Stayed 3 nights in the deluxe room #10 on the rooftop - comfortable room with a separate small living area and an outdoor sitting area, great for relaxing in the afternoon sunshine. Breakfast was good, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. Good location down a quiet alleyway.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2023
Jonathan
Great location, lovely staff highly recommend
2/10
Poor
25 Mar 2023
Aijing
Two days before my check-in date, I called Villa Garance for recommendations of dinner places. I was told \"oh there's a little problem with your booking, only a little problem, not big problem. We accepted a tour group and we have no room for you. We book you in another hotel which is better than us. Come to the reception and we will bring you there\". So I asked which hotel they moved me into, they told me was Liouba. Then I searched online and found out Liouba was all sold out that night. I called back Villa Garance if they confirm that i have a room, because i couldn't find any room in the last minute by myself. Villa Garance called Liouba in another line and booked the room. Then I called Liouba to confirm it, it took like an hour back and forth, finally Liouba confirmed that I have a room.
The fact that Villa Garance has no business commitment to individual bookings, didn't reached out to me and told me about this information until I called them is unacceptable. They expected me to show up at their reception to receive the news and waste our valuable vacation time travelling between hotels.
I was happy with Liouba hotel for their service but still I filed a complaint with Expedia about Villa Garance. And Expedia told me they contacted Villa Garance and was told this is totally business as usual and they have done this to many other clients.
Just want to write my experience here so whoever book this hotel can be prepared for such incident as \"business as usual\".
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2022
Ahmed
Highly recommend this place. In the middle of the old city with rich history.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2022
Madeleine
We loved our stay here, the staff were so friendly and helpful, the room was lovely, and the breakfasts on the roof were amazing! We will come back!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2022
Jacqueline

Lovely Stay

We had a lovely stay at this beautiful property. Breakfast was delicious with incredible rooftop overview of the area. Thank you for providing a home-like stay for your guests.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2021
Verified traveler

Traditional riad very well maintained.

+ves. Nice location inside medina. Well maintained Riad. Responsive and helpful owners. Good staff.

-ves. A bit pricy. No elevator so taking luggage to 2nd floor thru spiral stairs cud be an issue. Very basic breakfast.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2020
Janette

Fantastic few days in Essaouria

My sister and I stayed at the Villa Garance from the 10th to the 14th March. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was wonderful and served up on the roof terrace. It is situated down an alley in the Medina and is very central for walking to the port or the beach. I would definitely recommend a stay here.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
An old jewish riad, so there were some external windows, unusual for a Riad. Hence good light, some cosy nooks and crannies, a welcoming fireplace for cold evenings. Decor is lovely, the owner Pierre is a sweetie. Really pleased.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2019
Victoria
This is the best place we have found to stay in Essaouira. We have stayed in 5 different road, each with their strengths and weaknesses. But Villa Garance is by far the most comfortable. We will stay again.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2019
stephen

Great hotel

No faults with the hotel , staff very helpful and friendly. Great location just off one of the main streets in the medina yet quiet, though there is a school next door this wasn't an issue for us. Bedrooms and general feel of the hotel is great.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2019
Verified traveler
This was a very personalised stay in a riad in Essaouira, great location, very comfortable and quiet. Friendly hosts and staff. A wonderful stay.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2019
Kimberly

Great vacation spot

Everything was great except no blackout curtains (outside our room there was a streetlight lit until dawn) so it was never very dark. There is a school right next to it but they were on holiday so no noise from there only passers by in the street.
Breakfast on the rooftop terrace was always delicious. And relaxing there in the afternoons. We had 1 massage and it was good. They also helped plan outings.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Great place, people and location. Convienent lication. Staff and owner were super. Building and room was terrific. Great price too.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2018
Anat

Lovely peaceful spot close to it all

What a lovely place to stay, so close to the action of the Medina but with the quiet of a cozy home. Kind and thoughtful staff. Nice breakfast. Peaceful spot on the roof deck to read and think.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2018
Trisha
Perfect place to stay in the old city of Essaouira. I wish I had stayed in Marrakech less time and here more. Quiet. Charming. Easy walk to suprabus, beach, etc.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2018
Sandy
We loved the interior design. Our room was lovely. Very close to everything.
8/10
Excellent
03 Oct 2018
Patrick
Great location to visit the medina and to go to the beach (10-15m walk to the beach). Riads are about having a cultural experience in historic moroccan building, not about having the ultimate comfort. This riad delivers on expectation with very pleasant and friendly staff. Bed comfort could be improved with better mattresses.
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2018
Pierre

Morocco in style

All the charm of the Moroccan style in this well maintained villa. Location in the Medina is really nice and the breakfast on the roof is cherry on the cake....
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 May 2018
Samuel

Excellent service in the heart of the medina

Located in the heart of the medina, Villa Garance is ideally located for the purpose of exploring the old city as well as the port and Essaouira's sweeping beach.

The service was charming, courteous and always available in the event I had any questions. In fact, on arrival the owner provide me with a map and highlighted key sites and restaurants.

The room was comfortable and clean. There is a small school opposite with excitable children at reception but I was up and ready to go by that time.

The hotel represents excellent value for money and is highly recommended. I was myself recommended Villa Garance by a friend who had stayed for a few nights in December last year.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2017
Joan

Villa Garance

I can’t say enough about this lovely Riad. Located in a central, easy-to-find place, we were able to explore Essaouira easily and without hassle. The dinner was lovely, and every staff member was friendly and accommodating. Comfortable rooms with an incredible view of the sea. If it’s nice weather, definitely try to eat a breakfast or two on the roof. 10/10 would recommend this place to anyone
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2017
LUCY

Great location

Lovely to be welcomed by a friendly taxi driver at the airport, holding up a sign with my name and our hotel... Drove us to the City wall and then walked us along market streets to Villa Garence,,,, What a super old Riad... Great welcome... Loved our cosy room, although found it a little dark...The french doors were super... Perfect location, in the hustle bustle, but quiet... Breakfast everyday on the roof terrace, fresh fruit, variety of warm bread.. juice tea/coffee....
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2017
Andrew

Magic Amidst the Mayhem of Essaouira

This is a wonderful little riad in the heart of Essaouira. It's really well run by a really helpful and kind group of people. This is an experience not an accommodation. Our (18 month old) daughter was really warmly greeted and played with as breakfast was served each morning (delicious assortment of breads and spreads, yoghurt and fruit). She was in her element rambling around the beautiful old building and stealing smiles and laughs from the wonderful staff. One of the nights we had a delicious meal that had been prepared partly by our dinner companions (fellow residents for the week) who had been taking a traditional cooking class that day with the chef of the house. This was a lovely experience start to finish; our daughter was close enough to be heard if she awoke, we had good company, and the food was magnificent!
More generally this is a comfortable and relaxing space in the heart of a bustling little city that is just what you need in a haven from the haggling and haranguing of the souk (which, of course, is great fun but exhausting!). Ask Pierre and Marie for suggestions of things to do, there's a lot going on in this little city.
Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Jun 2016
Alexandra

Great option in the center of the medina

Villa Garance is a very sweet place to stay in the center of the medina. It's location is fantastic if you want to be in the thick of it all. The breakfast was light and lovely, with great bread and jams and some fruit with yogurt. The bed was comfortable and the wifi was quite excellent for Morocco! My only complaint would be how dark the bathroom and room were. It just made getting around in the room with the lights off or curtains closed a bit difficult. Other than that, beautiful little place!
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2016
Chad

Lovely, comfortable and friendly place

We had a great time at Villa Garance - it is a lovely place. The location is perfect for walking the medina, the beach, etc. Marie and Pierre were very friendly and helpful - Pierre shared some of the history of the area with us, gave us a good map and recommended some restaurants. We will stay here again if we return to Essaouira!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2016
Ross and Tom

Friendly welome

The owners Pierre and Maria were both very charming and made us very welcome. They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and were excellent at recommending places to eat and watch the sun go down. We will definitely return again next year. It was lovely to sit out on the roof and eat breakfast each morning served by the delightful staff. As our room was on the roof we could look at the stars at night..It was a very relaxing break.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2016
Nitasha

Simply delightful

I loved this hotel. It felt more like visiting a family raid than being at a hotel. Pierre and Maria are delightful, every request is seamlessly handled. The house is wonderful if you want ambiance and old world charm. Breakfast on the terrace is spectacular with friendly seagulls to keep you company.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2016
Lynda

My stay at Villa Garance

This was my first time staying at a Riad. I was taken on a series of twists and turns, through the array of souks only to find that the Riad was in alley (welcome to Morocco. But once inside, I was pleasantly surprised by décor and ambiance. Each floor and room is tastefully decorated differently from the other and each captures the Moroccan theme. I after I was shown to my room, (which was quite comfortable, cozy and clean), I was greeted with a serving of traditional mint tea and cookies in the artfully decorated sitting room adjacent to my room. Thank goodness the houseman was on hand to take my suitcase upstairs as Raids do not have elevators. Also, the stairs are quite steep, so consider yourself warned. Each morning on the rooftop, a breakfast of traditional fresh breads, jams, mint tea, and juice is served. The view alone is worth the steep climb up the stairs. I found the owners and staff to be quite pleasant and accommodating. My French is quite limited but that wasn't an issue as the owner and some of the staff spoke English. I was able to maintain Wi-Fi connection throughout my stay. The place goes dark at night, I had no problems sleeping in complete quietness. All things considered, (price, cleanliness, comfort, décor, and convenience to attractions) I would return to Villa Garance again when I return to Essaouira.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2015
Andrew & Tania

Truly fantastic hotel!

Our stay at Villa Garance was the highlight of our trip to Morocco. Excellent staff, beautiful hotel, great location right in the medina with a fantastic breakfast on the rooftop terrance each morning. We can't speak highly enough of Villa Garance and think it deserves more than 5 stars!
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2015
Alvin

Highly recommended

Charming and well decorated riad in the medina of Essouira. Pleasant room for 3 with ample space and nice bath. No AC, but you really don't need it in Essouira. They sell sweaters in the medina in August! Roof top breakfasts were a delight. The town and medina were safe and welcoming. The riad has a night watchman and a very attentive owner. We rented bicycles, rode camels and thorougly enjoyed this guesthouse and this town. I recommend it to anyone visitng Morocco.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2015
Michael

Calm, simple, stylish.

This is a calm, simple and stylish hotel. Completely clean. Very friendly and helpful team. It's also great value for money.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 May 2015
ahmed

Interestimg quaint building

Nice location. Was there during the Gnawa music festival.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2015
Corey

We adored Villa Garance, they've got it spot on!

Lovely greeting on arrival by proprietor Pierre. Beautiful residence, fantastic location, brilliant price....possibly the best of the 6 places we stayed..definitely head and shoulders above 5 of them...heartily recommend it. Best sheets by far...crisp and clean. Also bags and bags of lovely hot water at a good pressure. Loved staying at Villa Garance.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2015
Lucy

Amazing riad with lovely owners

The riad is beautifully done up, with clean and spacious bedrooms and a lovely rooftop terrace. The owners are incredibly helpful with restaurant recommendations etc.
It's in a perfect location in the old town, with a 5 minute walk to the beach.
Couldn't recommend it more!
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2015
Louise

Boutique Hotel

Hotel arranged a taxi for us which was very convenient and much cheaper than on line quotes- 700 dirhams between us rather than each. Staff were very friendly and helpful,although they spoke no English. Room not big but very attractive individual styles, clean and comfortable. Breakfast generous but lacking in variation.
Great location- might be noisy during the season. Windows but no air conditioning. Gorgeous roof terraces ideal for chilling out in the sun.

Fabulous shopping. Bring big bags with lots of space!
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2014
ripley

Original Old Riad guesthouse

Well looked after by French owners and local staff.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Dec 2014
anna

Cousy riad in the middle of the medina

The staff is really friendly and can give you good recommendations of restaurants etc, nice roof terrace and great breakfast (morocan panncakes, fruit salad, bread and youghurt). The wifi didn't work all the time and it could be a little noisy daytime because it's a school next to the house. The interiour is lovely. Overall I recommend this riad.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2014
Aidan

Perfect riad in great location

Great location, nice relaxed atmosphere with lovely rooftop terrace. Very good breakfast including fruit and yogurt. Nice and comfortable bed as well. A welcome break from the pace of Marrakech.
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2014
Verified traveler

Helpful and friendly, good information given.

Warm, friendly and central.Good local links to ease the vaguaries of a new environment. Lovely staff, sound and comfortable rooms. Lighting a bit dim in room 6: on the one hand, difficult for reading, but, on the other, good for the over 50s mirrorwise! No alarm clocks needed due to the call for prayer and the chanting of small children in the school opposite - both of which added to the authentic flavour of our delightful stay. We totally recommend La Garance - despite the precipitous stairs - not for the elderly or those with problems with the trocho-ginglymus! 9/10 and we will be returning!
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2013
David

A lovely Villa in lovely Essaouira!

I really recommend staying at the Villa Garance. The Villa itself is very nice and well decorated with a very nice terrace with great views over one of my favourite places in Morocco, Essaouira. Christine the owner is very kind and helpful and all the staff there were also very courteous and welcoming. It's nicely situated in the medina, so as soon as you leave the door you are there in the middle of the little chaos! I'm a solo traveller and even though normally I would stay clear of tourist-type resorts, Essaouira for me is an exception, and the Villa Garance is a perfect place to stay as well as for families. The breakfast was very good and I highly recommend a massage; the lady masseuse is very good indeed. I stayed in bedroom 3 which is overlooking the alleyway and normally these rooms can be noisy, but it's isn't really and what noise there is, i.e., people chatting can be blocked out if you wish by closing the two very solid doors, and yes you will be still able to sleep without air conditioning because of Essaouira's famous micro-climate; it's incredibly cool there even when just 60kms or so away it's boiling hot! I forget the name of the wind that blows there, but in summer it is so refreshing!
8/10
Excellent
09 Aug 2013
Pierre

Typical riad in Morocco

Quiet, centrally located and beautifully decorated in riad in Essouira.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2013
CULL N IDES

WELCOME HOME

Well what can we say about this hotel . it was like being at home again . Christine was a joy , we were looked after by every and i mean every member of staff we encountered evening meal we had was 5 star. room cleaned everyday and by the end of our stay we knew everyone . lovely to lounge watching a film downstairs thank you for finding us one that wasn not french, offer of a cup of tea when you have been shopping, when you get back you want to tell them your day and they really care ( and you know they do) im going back because when we left we personally left somewhere we really called home . thank you Christine you really are a special person who made our holiday. we stayed in room 7 when we go back we will try room 5 . so phone ahead and book one of those or the roof rooms also look amazing. not sure think there are only 10 rooms any way and we saw them all and they were all just unique anyway. WELCOME HOME..
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jun 2013
Kylie

Nice but noisy

Some of the features offered where not present. Ie pool laundry service
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2013
Cooper

In the heart of the medina!

Christine and staff were available, friendly, helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Bed linens were divine. Will definitely stay here again.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2012
Verified traveler

Beautiful place to stay

I would recommend villa Garance. Beautifully decorated in Moroccan stle, with lovely fabrics and wrought iron chandeliers. Very well looked after by the sisters who own the Villa. They couldn't do enough for us. I had a birthday there and had a special breakfast on the roof terrace complete with single rose. There was a fire in the room which we needed in the evenings. Comfy sofas comfy beds. Wonderful place.
8/10
Excellent
11 May 2012
sarah

Great Value, Lovely Owners

It was a beautiful hotel, owned by very knowledgable, lovely ladies. Upon arrival we were greeted with tea (which we had every afternoon at no charge, thereafter.) We were provided maps and recommendations on where to eat/visit. It was wonderful. Our room was beautiful.

The only downside is the smell that seems to permeate the town. This is not the Riad's fault, it is everywhere. Also, because there is so much dirt on the roads and from the beach I never felt quite clean, again not the hotel's fault.

The wifi was good, except on the 3rd floor. Breakfast was great, but there is no hot water.
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2011
Vikram

Great villa with nice terrace

The location is great, but of course, Essaouira is so small, nearly anywhere inside the medina is fine. Friendly staff, but you need to speak at least a little French to get by. Good service, The rooms are nicely appointed but a little on the small side. The step from the room to the bathroom is a little treacherous. Adjacent school is a little noisy in the daytime, but is not really an issue. The owners are a pair of very nice French sisters, who very gracious and helpful. Breakfast is adequate and is the usual assortment of breads and jams and coffee.
We found Villa Garance to be on the pricier side of the hotels in Essaouira as we inquired about. Especially, as we were there in low season and there were several other competing establishments with vacancies. Also, we were surprised at the nearly 10% tax added on to our final room bill. At all other hotels we stayed at in Morocco, the tax was a nominal amount or non-existent (i.e. included in the room rate).
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2026
Jean-Michel
Relajante
8/10
Excellent
15 Aug 2025
Moustafa
Nous sommes ravie de notre 1ere expérience en riad. Le riad est propre, calme et vraiment bien situé. Tout le personnel est serviable et sympathique. Le petit dej est excellent et tout est fait maison.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

Parfait en famille

Très agréable et reposant
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2025
Carla

Bellissimo

Esperienza certamente positiva! La camera luminosa e arredata molto bene, in uno stile che abbiamo molto apprezzato. La colazione in terrazza davvero piacevole anche se non ricchissima. Si potrebbe aggiungere qualcosa di salato. Da migliorare: la scale per arrivare al secondo piano e poi alla terrazza sono veramente ripide: non mi sorprederei se qualcuno inciampasse, a maggior ragione con l valigie. Consiglierei quindi un restyling delle scale mentre tutti il resto del Riad è PERFETTO!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2025
Veronique
Heel mooie en aangename kamers, vriendelijk personeel, lekker traditioneel ontbijt en op wandelafstand van het strand en de bezienswaardigheden.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2025
markus
The riad is a very good choise, well situated in middle of the medina. It offers breakfast on the roof-top, which is nice as long the weather is fine.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2023
joelle
Excellent séjour
Très reposant
Services de qualité : petit déjeuner - situation - massages - chambres …
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2023
ALAIN
La Villa Garance est très bien située dans la médina, où ne circulent aucune voitures ni mobylette .Vous trouvez de nombreux resto pour y déguster du poisson frais provenant de la pêche du jour . Le personnel nous a bien indiqué tout ce qu'il fallait voir au niveau d'Essaouira . Le petit dej servi sur le roof top est très satisfaisant . Les chambres sont spacieuses et le lit est très confortable .
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2023
Hugues
Très joli riad où nous avons eu un bon accueil
Chambre spacieuse bien décorée avec bonne literie
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2022
laurent

merveilleux séjour.

Le Riad est très bien situé dans la médina d'Essaouira. lors de notre arrivée nous avons été parfaitement accueillis. les informations et indications nécessaire à notre séjour nous ont été données. La décoration du riad est belle, les chambres sont spacieuses et propres, le linge est de qualité. Le pdj, qui est pris sur le roof top du riad , dont la vue est magistrale, est copieux et de bonne qualité. Nous retiendrons surtout la gentillesse de toute l'équipe du riad tenue par la gérante Radia qui a fait de notre séjour une merveille.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2021
Verified traveler

Excellent séjour

Très beau riad, calme et bien situé. Service aimable et attentionné. Mention spéciale pour le petit déjeuner copieux et délicieux !
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2020
Verified traveler
Nettes Personal, schönes Zimmer. Hammer Aussicht von der Dachterrasse. Mitten in der Altstadt von Essaouira.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2020
Bernard
Hotel de caractère, très bien tenu, à la décoration moderne et raffinée. Petit déjeuner de grande qualité servi sur une terrasse offrant une belle vue sur la médina.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Feb 2020
Bård Arve

Great little hotel

Very nicely restored riad in the middle of the medina. Wonderful roof terrace. The hosts Pierre and Marie are very friendly and helpful, along with the rest of the staff. We stayed there for five nights, and would live to come back some time.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2020
Paulina

Hôtel de charme et accueil chaleureux

Accueil chaleureux et chambre parfaite pour une famille de 4 personnes (2 adultes et deux garçons de 9 et 7 ans) .
La décoration est faite avec beaucoup de goût et authenticité. L’emplacement parfait! Juste à 5 minutes de remparts, et au centre de la médina. Plein de petit commerce autour et pas pour autant bruyante! Le repos est garantie !
Nous gardons un super souvenir aussi du petit déjeuner qui était copieux et avec des produits frais, et en plus servit par un monsieur qui est aux petits soins!
Merci infiniment pour ce séjour! Si on a la chance de revenir à Essaouira, on se reverra certainement!
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
28 Aug 2019
XAVIER PAUL

PEU RECOMMANDABLE

Hygiène moyen (draps, tapis, serviettes de bain, etc.).
Salle de bain = No comment.
Les serviettes et les draps ne sont pas changés après plusieurs nuits dans l'établissement. Ce qui avec l'humidité dans la ville, et dans le riad, donne la sensation d'avoir toujours du linge humide. Demander de nouvelle serviette, mais attendez-vous à une réprimande.
La meilleure table pour le petit déjeuner en terrasse, est celui du propriétaire.
Attention: supplément taxe qui est communiqué seulement le jour du départ ; )
Family
4/10
Poor
27 Aug 2019
Verified traveler

Mitigé

Très beau Riad bien situé en pleine médina. Bon accueil.
Par contre l'isolation phonique est horrible, la Porte des chambres étant en bois contreplaqué, il n'y a aucune isolation avec les parties communes, vous entendrez les vas et viens et vos voisins de chambres. Donc voyageurs au sommeil léger, pensez-y. Absence de volet ou de rideaux occultants. Petit déjeuner correct qui a lieu en terrasse (même en cas de jours frais et cela arrive souvent à Essaouira ...) sur les toits. Prévoir un gilet.
Séjour mitigé.
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2019
oyvind

Et sted å trives.

Vi hadde et supert opphold, god og personlig service, veldig god frokost og gode senger. Vi hadde ikke noe å klage på kjempefornøyde.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Qualité de l 'accueil exceptionnelle , gentillesse et efficacité de tout le personnel
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Dec 2018
jp

Riad convivial

Parfait : situation, accueil, service, petit dej, cuisine à la carte, chambres bien rénovées dans le style Marocain. on y revient depuis 4 ans...et ce n’est pas fini....
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2018
chris
super tres bon accueil, nous le conseillerons a tout nos amis

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