A lovely boutique hotel in the Essaouira countryside, 20 minutes drive from the medina, with a fantastic heated swimming pool. Especially great for families. Hidden down a dusty street in the nondescript town of Ghazoua is a large oasis of lush tranquillity known as Hôtel Domaine de L’Arganeraie. Riads are dotted around the colourful gardens…
If you’re looking for a relaxing swim in Essaouira, consider a day pass to the pool at Les Jardins de Villa Maroc, a boutique hotel just 20 minutes from the city centre. If your Airbnb, riad, or hotel in Essaouira doesn’t have a swimming pool, how about treating yourself to a day pass to Les…
Visiting a traditional hammam in Essaouira is a fantastic way to understand local customs and experience Moroccan culture. This guide covers everything you need to know; from what to bring and expect, to choosing between public and private hammams, or finding a great local spa for a massage. Sat on the hot tiles in just…
Planning a trip from Marrakech to Essaouira by bus? From ticket tips to travel times and what to expect on the journey, here’s everything you need to know to make the ride smooth and stress-free. You really don’t need to choose between Marrakech or Essaouira. The two cities are less than a three hour drive…
Besides driving, the easiest way to get from Essaouira to Casablanca is by bus. There is no train between Essaouira and Casablanca. Here we detail everything you need to know about the bus from Essaouira to Casablanca. For more information on what to do when you get to Casablanca, check out our Casablanca travel guide….
Traveling with teens is a whole different vibe; less playgrounds, more freedom. Essaouira is a fantastic destination to visit with kids, but here’s why Essaouira hits the sweet spot for families with teens. Is Essaouira is good place to visit with teens? Absolutely! Whilst other Moroccan cities, such as Marrakech, Casablanca, or Fes can feel…
May in Essaouira sees average daytime temperatures warming to a very lovely 24°C, although with the increased wind, the weather can be rather unpredictable from calm sunny days to cloudy windy days (rain is very unlikely). Eid al-Adha falls at the end of the month, when the city slows down for a couple of days….
Sidi Mohammed ben Abdallah Museum is a small Essaouira museum in the heart of the medina, one that doesn’t usually make the list of top things to do in Essaouira. So is it worth visiting? Housed in an 1800s colonial house with an impressive stairway and ceiling, it displays old photography, utensils found from prehistoric…
Experience the thrill of quad biking across Essaouira’s windswept beaches and desert dunes Quad biking is easily one of the most fun things to do in Essaouira. However, it doesn’t actually take place in Essaouira. The quad biking companies are all based in Diabat, which is 4km south along the coast from Essaouira. Be warned…
Essaouira is a relatively small town and easy to navigate. With the medina being traffic-free, many visitors find that getting around on foot works perfectly. Indeed, if you are just strolling around the laneways of the medina, along the Ramparts, or the fishing port, walking is the best way to get around Essaouira. Check out…