Large Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
Riad · Essaouira · Marrakesh–Safi
Riad Saltana
A traditional riad in Essaouira, a short walk from the medina, beach and Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum.
- Rooftop terrace with sea views
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Adults-only, non-smoking
8.4
Great
872 reviews
Booking.com 8.4 · 872 reviews
About
Riad Saltana
Riad Saltana occupies a traditional building roughly 300 metres from the Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdallah Museum, placing guests within easy reach of Essaouira's medina, souks, restaurants and the Atlantic coast. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi in rooms, and a range of amenities from a sun terrace and solarium to massage, car hire and tour assistance.
The riad is adults-only and non-smoking, with a paid airport shuttle available. Guests can start the day with in-room breakfast or take it on the rooftop terrace, which several reviewers highlight for its ocean views. Parking is available, and the property can arrange laundry, dry cleaning and ironing.
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Rooftop terrace with sea views — Multiple guests highlight the rooftop as a place to enjoy breakfast or relax while looking out over the ocean.
- Location near the medina and beach — Set about 300 metres from a museum and described by guests as a short walk to restaurants, souks, the square and the Atlantic.
- Attentive, friendly staff — Reviews repeatedly mention helpful staff who give good tips and go out of their way, with one naming a particular team member.
- Rich breakfast — Several guests praise the varied breakfast with freshly ground coffee, often served on the terrace.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Adults-only policy — The riad does not accommodate children, which may not suit families.
- No pets allowed — Guests travelling with animals will need to look elsewhere.
- Check-in window ends at 21:00 — Arrivals after 9 PM are not accommodated at check-in, despite an express check-in option.
- Limited room types — Only triple rooms are listed, with no mention of double or twin configurations, which might limit solo or couple bookings.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Adults only
- 24-hour security
- Key access
- Safe deposit box
- Luggage storage
- Heating
Food & Drink
- Coffee shop
- In-room breakfast
- Free toiletries
Services
- Express check-in/ -out
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Ironing facilities
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Car hire
- Paid airport shuttle
Facilities
- Terrace
- Sun terrace
- Solarium
- Massage
- Beach access
- Live entertainment
- Board games
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Activities
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
Parking
- Parking
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.4/10 from 872 reviews
Booking.com · 8.4 · 872 reviews
8.4Verified guest“Excellent location with parking nearby, the Old Medina is unmissable, and the rooms are attractive with lovely ocean views.”
8.4Verified guest“Everything was great, only a 23-minute drive from the airport. The food offered a huge variety of choices.”
8.4Verified guest“A fantastic three-night stay with good staff and a brilliant rooftop overlooking the sea. The room was beautiful, with a lower terrace and books, and I could park nearby. The decor was delightful.”
8.4Verified guest“The room was silent and perfectly clean, with a sofa bed and central heating. Breakfast was rich and excellent, with real ground coffee. Staff were accommodating and gave great tips.”
8.4Verified guest“Spacious rooms with a great terrace. Staff extremely friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was varied and delicious, with freshly ground coffee.”
8.4Verified guest“A pleasant three-night stay in a newly furnished room, good size with a lovely terrace, at a reasonable price of GBP 40.”
04 — Location
Getting around Essaouira
The property sits in Essaouira.
Essaouira: The riad sits in Essaouira, a coastal town on Morocco's Atlantic coast, known for its medina, beach and windsurfing. Guests describe the location as a short walk to restaurants, the square, souks and the ocean.
N 3 Ali Ben Daoud, Essaouira, Marrakesh–Safi, 44000, Morocco
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 13:00-21:00
- Check-out
- By 08:00-11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 6 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 13:00 to 21:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 11:00.
Is there parking at the riad?
Yes, the property offers parking, and some guests have noted that parking is available nearby.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at Riad Saltana.
Does the riad offer airport transportation?
Yes, there is a paid airport shuttle available.
Is the riad adults-only?
Yes, Riad Saltana is an adults-only property, so children are not accommodated.
What is the rating and how many reviews does the property have?
Riad Saltana has a rating of 8.4 out of 10 based on 872 reviews.
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The bottom line
Riad Saltana earns solid praise for its traditional charm, sea-view rooftop and helpful staff, all within easy reach of Essaouira's medina and beach. It suits couples and solo travellers who appreciate an adults-only, non-smoking setting and don't need family or pet facilities.
8.4A dependable choice for a sea-view stay near the medina, if the adults-only policy works for you.
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