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Essaouira Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Ounagha with spa and winery
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Terrace/patio
Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Living area
Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, bed sheets
Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Exterior
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Winery
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 45 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Exterior

Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 300 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Garden view

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 160 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Single Beds

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Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Terrace, Park View

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Terrace, Park View

Highlights

Terrace
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, Terrace, View

Superior Suite, Terrace, View

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 40 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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House, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Garden)

House, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Garden)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 100 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Exterior

Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf & Spa

Pool
Spa
Airport transfer
Pet-friendly
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (313)
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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About the area

Map
Km 15, Marrakech Road, Ounagha, Essaouira, 44000

What's nearby

  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 17 min drive
  • Skala de la Ville - 17 min drive
  • Skala du Port - 17 min drive
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 20 min drive
  • Essaouira Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 29 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle
  • Free beach shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪La Fromagerie - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant jardins des douars - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Essaouira Lodge

A great choice for a stay in Ounagha, Essaouira Lodge features a winery where you can enjoy a glass of local wine. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps or facials, and international cuisine is served at The Poo House, which is open for breakfast and lunch. Other features of this Mediterranean hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar and a sauna.

Languages

Arabic, Danish, Dutch, English, French, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 31 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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
  • Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing a room

Children

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*
  • Supervised childcare*
  • Children's club*

Pets

  • Pets stay for free (dogs and cats only)
  • Service animals welcome
  • Pets must be supervised
  • Food and water bowls available

Parking

  • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Off-site

  • Free beach shuttle

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Yoga classes
  • Ecotours
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free food/drink shopping service
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 20 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2010
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Winery on-site
  • Banquet hall
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Roll-in shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 35-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The Pool House has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

The Poo House – This poolside buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 19.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MAD 275.00 per vehicle (return)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • 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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and 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

Essaouira Lodge
Essaouira Lodge Ounagha
Essaouira Ounagha
Essaouira Lodge Hotel
Essaouira Lodge Ounagha
Essaouira Lodge Hotel Ounagha

Frequently asked questions

Does Essaouira Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Essaouira Lodge 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Essaouira Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Essaouira Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Essaouira Lodge?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Essaouira Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is MAD 275.00 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Essaouira Lodge?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Essaouira Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Essaouira Lodge also has a winery, a sauna and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Essaouira Lodge?
Yes, The Poo House offers al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.

Essaouira Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful lodge surroundings but limited dining options which were happily overcome by the charming and extremely helpful staff. I'd recommend staying here only if you're looking for stillness and tranquility as it's a very off the beaten path location that's at least 20 mins from the city centre of Essaouira which is very charming but quiet too.
Liseli, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stay at Essaouira lodge
Amazing and good service
Bader, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Older property but very clean and functional. Staff at front desk quite willing to help out with anything you need. Breakfast, lunch and dinner have nice buffets with good service.
Neil, 2-night business trip
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2/10 Poor

Ibrahim, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Great big property but in poor condition in parts.
Severe ant infestation in living room. Some cold water taps not working. No shower gel or shampoo in some bathrooms. No soap in one toilet. Another toilet flush not working. Terribly cleaned by maid service.
3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

J, 3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Don't stay there with children
One male member of staff tried to kiss our young daughter on the mouth. When we consulted the manager we were told this was "normal in Morocco". Apart from that the place is well designed pretty to look at but has seen better days. Cleanliness is an issue, especially when staying with kids
1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely, peaceful location but showing its age
One of the reasons we booked Essaouira Lodge was the promise of a kitchenette so we could do simple food preparation during our stay. However, the kitchen in our apartment lacked any of the bare essentials required to use it, such as cookware, cooking utensils, or cleaning products. After some back and forth with the staff we managed to get some beat-up pots and pans and a scrubbing brush; we had to forget about doing anything more complicated than boiling eggs. The kettle was filthy and the coffee maker needed an hour of amateur engineering and cleaning to bring it to working order. The apartment itself was quite nice but very much showing signs of age and cumulative lack of maintenance. The shuttle service back and forth from the city is excellent. The pool is nice and the staff in the restaurant/bar are lovely. The breakfast, however, is a bit grim.
Scott, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice hotel, lovely staff.
We stayed here for 4 days and it was super relaxing. The pool area was great and the staff in the bar and restaurant were lovely. Our room was a little bit tired, and the bed was rock hard! There was also an awful smell from the shower which got progressively worse throughout our stay, they weren't very quick at resolving this which made it hard to spend time in the room. I had a massage at the hotel which was OK, but I would recommend getting one in the town as they are slightly better. Having the bus shuttle was brilliant as they take you into town whenever you request, and the driver was lovely. All in all I would recommend staying here as the price was so reasonable and the staff are so friendly, I was just a bit disappointed with our room, luckily we didn't spend much time in there!
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I recommend this place for a family or couples. It’s amazing place , I’ll definitely go back .....
Majid, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing hotel
This is a wonderful hotel. Very tranquil with excellent service. We felt very well looked after. The hotel is a bit far from the city but the shuttle service is excellent
Elaine, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Serene
The lodge itself is really lovely. Big rooms, nice pool and grounds, great service. Food is a little mediocre and quite a bit more than what we have paid elsewhere.
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8/10 Very good

3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

great place to relax
It seemed like a luxurious hotel based on the pictures and ratings. However, it is more like a nice but simple hotel with a great pool and wonderful gardens. Upon arrival a more welcoming manner would have been nice, but on the second day we felt the staff was a bit more attentive.
Florian, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tranquil oasis inside the Medina
Stayed at Riad Jona twice during our stay in Morocco and would definitely stay here again. Once inside the Riad it is very peaceful and tranquil and the staff were fantastic; made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble for them. The Riad is beautifully decorated throughout.
Sandra, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
It is a lovely hotel with a very good price.
Ethel, 7-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable hotel in relaxed setting
Relaxing place to stay away from the more crowded town.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

great
Great hotel. Stayed with 2 kids and it was perfect for families. The staff, pool and entire experience was fantastic.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, peaceful haven with fantastic staff
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Essaouira Lodge. The suites, apartments and villas are all beautiful and set in lovely gardens. The staff are extremely welcoming and helpful - they could not do enough to make our stay enjoyable. The food was lovely and they have a gorgeous and very relaxing massage room on site and hammam. The shuttle service to town is brilliant and it means you hardly even notice that you are staying outside the town as its so convenient. We would definitely recommend Essaouira Lodge as a delightful place to stay.
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8/10 Very good

Great value for money and lovely place
We stayed for a week at Essaouria Lodge which is about 15km out of Essaouira itself. The setting is lovely and is amazing value for money. We had a lovely breakfast every morning and a buffet lunch was always available. Evening meals had to be ordered in advance and we usually didn't have this. We almost had the place to ourselves. The hotel staff were very helpful. Little bits are tired. The gym equipment doesn't all work, the air conditioned bus is a bit less grand than billed, there is no wifi and the pre ordering for dinner are slight niggles but for the price I don't consider these to be a huge issue. If you want it all to be perfect then pay for that somewhere else. The free bus into town was always available for us and always on time and made a real difference to our experience. The weather is better just that little bit out of tow. If you want peace and quiet at a great price this is a fantastic spot.
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10/10 Exceptional

Sami, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Michael, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Assez satisfaisant dans l'ensemble
Satisfaisant pour une nuit. Nous avons été bien accueilli, le site est beau. Par contre nous avons eu une chambre qui venait tout juste d'être fini, il y avait de la poussière d'enduit sur le lit. Pas de télé La douche est agréable.
samia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Séjour très agréable et personnel sympathique et efficace.
Valérie, 2-night trip with friends
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