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Villa Garance

3.0 star property
Riad with a full-service spa, steps from Skala de la Ville

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue Ville/Patio)
Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue Ville/Patio)
Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue Ville/Patio)
Comfort Triple Room, Ensuite
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb

Explore the area

Map
10 Rue Addakhil, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi, 44000
  • Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Skala de la Ville
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue sur Ville/Patio)

Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue sur Ville/Patio)

Standard Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue sur Ville/Patio)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Private Bathroom (Chambre Double)

Basic Double Room, Private Bathroom (Chambre Double)

Basic Double Room, Private Bathroom (Chambre Double)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room, Ensuite

Comfort Triple Room, Ensuite

Comfort Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, City View (Vue Ville)

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, City View (Vue Ville)

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, City View (Vue Ville)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue Ville/Patio)

Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue Ville/Patio)

Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Vue Ville/Patio)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Suite, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Suite, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Essaouira

Villa Garance places you in the centre of Essaouira, steps from Skala de la Ville and within a short 5-minute stroll of Place Moulay el Hassan. Highlights at this riad include a full-service spa and in-room free WiFi. .A pampering day can include massages along with access to the steam room. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Medina riad include Essaouira Beach and Skala du Port.
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What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 4 min walk
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 5 min walk
  • Essaouira Beach - 8 min walk
  • Skala du Port - 9 min walk
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Mare - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Baladin Essaouria - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Villa Garance

Riad with a full-service spa, steps from Skala de la Ville
Villa Garance offers its guests a full-service spa. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at Villa Garance.

This Essaouira riad is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
Villa Garance offers 10 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. This Essaouira riad provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the riad's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room.

Languages

Arabic, English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 3 per day)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways (80 centimetre high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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 Villa Garance

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 3 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per day

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 credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property Registration Number Patente : 47221976

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Villa Garance
Villa Garance Essaouira
Villa Garance House
Villa Garance House Essaouira
Villa Garance Guesthouse Essaouira
Villa Garance Guesthouse
Villa Garance Riad
Villa Garance Essaouira
Villa Garance Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Villa Garance?

Yep, Villa Garance is a short 8-minute walk from Essaouira Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding and fishing.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Garance?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Garance on 20 Feb 2025 start from AU$133.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Villa Garance?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Villa Garance. You'll enjoy services like massages.

What makes Villa Garance a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Garance.

Is Villa Garance family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Villa Garance is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Garance?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Garance?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Villa Garance?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Villa Garance?

There is a golf course next to Villa Garance.

Villa Garance Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 134 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dagmara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ben

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely staff highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

A

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Aijing

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
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".
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this place. In the middle of the old city with rich history.

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Our companions whilst walking along the beach.
The port.
View from the Medina walls.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, Sedona AZ

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very personalised stay in a riad in Essaouira, great location, very comfortable and quiet. Friendly hosts and staff. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, people and location. Convienent lication. Staff and owner were super. Building and room was terrific. Great price too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anat

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

10/10 Excellent

Trisha, Michigan

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandy, Sebastopol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the interior design. Our room was lovely. Very close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018