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Palais des Remparts

5.0 star property
Luxury Essaouira riad in Medina with a full-service spa

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Terrace/patio
Standard Twin Room
Food and drink
Front of property
Senior Suite | Street view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
18 Rue Ibn Rochd Medina, Essaouira, 44000
  • Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Skala de la Ville
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Senior Suite

Senior Suite

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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About the area

Essaouira

A luxury stay in the heart of Essaouira awaits you at Palais des Remparts. Within steps you'll find Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum and Skala de la Ville. Highlights at this riad include free buffet breakfast, a full-service spa and a Turkish bath/hammam. .A day of pampering at Le Palais des Remparts can include massages, reflexology and mani/pedis along with access to the hot tub and steam room. Enjoy access to kayaking and surfing lessons. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class Medina riad include Place Moulay el Hassan and Bab el-Marsa.
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What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 2 min walk
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 3 min walk
  • Skala du Port - 6 min walk
  • Essaouira Beach - 7 min walk
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taros - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Mare - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Marrakech - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café De France - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Palais des Remparts

Luxury Essaouira riad in Medina with a full-service spa
Palais des Remparts offers its guests a full-service spa. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Palais des Remparts. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Essaouira riad is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Palais des Remparts offers 23 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and designer toiletries. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Le Palais des Remparts has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Parking on site (MAD 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Surf lessons
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Palais des Remparts

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 150.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 33.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: MAD 30 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 150.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 major credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the riad before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hôtel Palais des Remparts
Hôtel Palais des Remparts Essaouira
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Palais Remparts Hotel Essaouira
Palais Remparts Hotel
Palais Remparts Essaouira
Palais Remparts
Palais des Remparts Riad
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Palais des Remparts Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palais des Remparts?

Palais des Remparts offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Palais des Remparts?

Yep, Palais des Remparts has a self car park for MAD 30 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Palais des Remparts?

Yep, Palais des Remparts is a short 7-minute walk from Essaouira Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, body boarding and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Palais des Remparts?

Yep, Le Palais des Remparts is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a steam room. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Is Palais des Remparts family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Palais des Remparts is a hit with families.

Does Palais des Remparts serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palais des Remparts?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Palais des Remparts?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Palais des Remparts?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Palais des Remparts Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

xiaoli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
encourage rent
It is beautiful raid house right by the sea, but a little old house, something is not working, even the TV. Best is very convenient location, medina just a minute. Roof terrace is wonderful with great sea view! We saw the rainbow on the sea when we had breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Riad is beautiful. Perfect for any trip to Essouira. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The location is great, with incredible views of the ocean. Highly recommend this Riad!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Because of the parking is offsite , be wary of bogus guides on the way to the hotel who harass you along the way, they try to collect a commission off of you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
marvelous view
Worth a stay for the view from the terrace. Otherwise. Accomodation just simple.doesn t deserve all its stars!il could have been better if the way it has been built, painted...was in better condition. As for the breakfast, very simple..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Sonia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Smelly and Noisy!
Despite being booked in for 3 nights I had to check out after 1 night. The entire place had a very strong odour of what is described as humid wood but actually smelt of vomit and a baby nappy! I spent most of my night sniffing a perfumes scarf to get through it. In addition, as their restaurant was in the courtyard with the rooms over looking it, it remained open and noisy till about 01.30. The windows and doors might as well be non existent as they didn’t provide any respite from the noise. Fortunately the staff at the reception were very understanding and did refund my money back and were apologetic however I would be very very cautious about booking in here unless you have a weak sense of smell and sleep deeply in any circumstances.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Max, Usa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Eva

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disgrace
Very disappointed overall. No access of cars, I had to carry my two cases by foot for 1k from the public parking, and again when I left. The price was over rated for this room. No iron in the hotel, no help with luggage, brakefast was very poor, the food looked not fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Aylesbury, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel close to everything.
Start every day with breakfast on the rooftop terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean & looking into the ramparts. Staff were excellent & room spacious.

10/10 Excellent

Kristine, Latvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, excellent location, super nice staff
Excellent customer service - despite we did so many wrong, including arriving on the worng date, they fixed everything and were super helpful. Only the breakfast could be better.

10/10 Excellent

Jaime, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel!
A beautiful hotel, ideally placed by the rampart walls and in the medina. The sunset was perfect from to roof of the hotel!

4/10 Poor

Warren, Irvine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rugged hotel with beautiful view
We stayed at five "5 star" hotels and riads throughout our stay, Hotel Palais de Ramparts did not deserve this lofty rating. The room was spectacular only for its view. I believe we stayed in only one of three rooms in the hotel with an ocean view, Once you got over the view, the "senior suite," the second largest "suite," was a smaller than average room that barely fit the queen bed, single bed, two chairs, and table. The closet, desk, and refrigerator were rendered unusable because they were blocked closed by the furniture. The bathroom had a 6 foot long and deep bath tub, but the water pressure and temperature were too low to fill it up. The water pressure and temperature also varied, so my daughter missed her daily hot shower. The center court was dark and dank with the only light coming from the opening 5 stories up. 2 of the 4 trees surrounding the fountain were dead. The fountain was empty and not turned on. The Hamman was the bright spot. It was better than the one at the fancy spa in Marrakesh.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort

8/10 Good

nicole, Australia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Riad in great area with great views.
Beautiful Riad in old Medina. Very friendly staff and comfortable Classic Moroccan room. Wasn't dirty but floors and shower needed a scrub. Would stay here again. Breakfast good with great views of the ocean from the top terrace.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
My sister, daughter and myself were travelling and booked a few nights here. We were pleased with the location, staff, room size and cleanliness.

8/10 Good

Ken, toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
none
The accommodation is excellent but it is best to eat in local restaurants.

8/10 Good

André, Aberdeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent View from 'Hotel Palais des Remparts'
We arrived at the Hotel Palais des Remparts to a warm welcome from the reception staff which included complimentary tea on the terrace. This might not be particularly novel but the view from the terrace is mind-boggling so it was a very memorable introduction to the hotel. The hotel is very centrally located for most of what Essaouira has to offer, but it's also part of the sea wall and stands proud of everything around it. The room was large and airy with a mammoth bed and comprehensively outfitted en-suite, all finished in an updated Moroccan style. The breakfast was simple tasty, varied and filling but Essaouira has so many other eating opportunities I didn't try the hotel's restaurant. I would certainly recommend this hotel and suspect it would be even better i the summer.

6/10 Okay

Jeswin, Houston Texas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall ok, but not 4 star by any means
Room was adequate but a tired looking. Furnishings were old and bathroom tub lighting was poor. Overall cleanliness was adequate and staff was ok but Riad is not 4 star quality.

8/10 Good

Ann, Burleigh Heads QLD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great rooftop views of ocean
Lovely staff, very helpful to English speakers, great location with amazing sunsets for rooftop drinks.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Riad in the old medina
In general we were disappointed as the hotel did not meet the expected previous rating reviews.We looked into changing hotels but others were much more expensive. Maybe as this is a smaller town expectations if you have come from Fes or Marrakech should be lower. Furniture was shabby, hotel towels did not look clean and there was no bath mat which made the floor very slippery when getting out of the shower.. The breakfast was nothing like shown in the pictures. On the positive side the staff were friendly and helpful and the view from the terrace was magnificent. Our comments may be colored somewhat by our previous riad in Fes which was much nicer and better value..

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Canadian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location
We enjoyed our 2 day stay at this hotel a lot. The location is great right beside the medina for all shopping and near the old port for restaurants serving fish. Fantastic restaurant right beside hotel with great food and live music including traditional gnawe music and dancer. Breakfast on the hotel terrace was very enjoyable with ocean view. Beautiful beach nearby with waves. A lovely Riad that is well maintained.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good location
Good view, good staff good location , comfortable bed good serbice

10/10 Excellent

Dennis Albert, Cardiff Wales UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Four nights at this hotel in January..glorious wea
Excellent rooms..huge bath..very comforting..Fantastic sea view of the Atlantic from the breakfast terrace on the roof. Lovely fresh bread pancakes etc food from the restaurant very good...tagine avec crevettes!!!..real coffee!!!Attentive staff..Thank you Hasma, Yousseff etc.