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Get InspiredAfricaMoroccoMarrakesh SafiEssaouiraHôtel Gnaoua

Hôtel Gnaoua

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Hotel·Charming, Clean, Welcoming, Relaxed
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places
Hôtel Gnaoua
Photo by Hôtel Riad Gnaoua from Google Places

Hôtel Gnaoua offers a warm and inviting stay in the historic Mellah district of Essaouira. This charming riad is frequently praised by guests for its commitment to hygiene, with rooms and bathrooms described as consistently spotless. The highlight for many is the sunny rooftop terrace, which provides a sheltered spot to enjoy a generous, homemade breakfast or watch the bustling street market below. The staff are noted for their exceptional kindness and attentiveness, often going above and beyond to ensure guest comfort. With its bright, airy rooms and relaxing atmosphere, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the city while providing a quiet sanctuary to return to at the end of the day.

Hôtel Gnaoua offers a warm and inviting stay in the historic Mellah district of Essaouira. This charming riad is frequently praised by guests for its commitment to hygiene, with rooms and bathrooms described as consistently spotless. The highlight for many is the sunny rooftop terrace, which provides a sheltered spot to enjoy a generous, homemade breakfast or watch the bustling street market below. The staff are noted for their exceptional kindness and attentiveness, often going above and beyond to ensure guest comfort. With its bright, airy rooms and relaxing atmosphere, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the city while providing a quiet sanctuary to return to at the end of the day.

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Address
G68M+46M Bab Doukkala,89 Av. Mohamed Zerktouni, Essaouira 44000, Morocco
Websitetrustedhotelreview.com
Phone05 24 47 52 34
Hours
Open now
Open 24 hours

Highlights

  • Sunny rooftop terrace with street market views

  • Generous, homemade breakfast served daily

  • Spotlessly clean rooms and bathrooms

  • Attentive and caring staff

  • Quiet atmosphere despite central location

Best For

Travelers seeking an authentic, clean, and friendly riad experience in the heart of the city.

Currency

MAD د.م.

Dietary Options

vegetarian-friendly

Time of Day

Breakfast

Occasion Tags

Solo, Casual Stay, Couples

Reviews

3.9
Good371 reviews

Hôtel Gnaoua is highly regarded by guests for its cleanliness, friendly service, and charming atmosphere. Reviewers consistently highlight the spotless condition of the rooms and bathrooms, noting that the management clearly prioritizes hygiene. The staff receives frequent praise for being attentive, kind, and genuinely caring, with several guests sharing anecdotes of the team going out of their way to assist them. The rooftop terrace is a major draw, described as a sunny, sheltered space that offers a great vantage point for breakfast or evening relaxation. While the breakfast is simple, guests find it delicious, generous, and a perfect start to the day. Overall, visitors feel the riad provides a relaxing, quiet, and authentic experience that feels like a home away from home.

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Location

Mellah, Essaouira, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco
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