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Riad Chbanate

4.0 star property
Step into this charming riad to savor local cuisine and unwind on the rooftop terrace amidst ancient architecture.

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Panoramic Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Panoramic Suite | Living area | 32-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace
Romantic Suite | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Fitness facility

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is SAR 442
SAR 511 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Romantic Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panoramic Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (637)
The price is SAR 421
SAR 492 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
179 rue Chbanate, Essaouira, Essaouira, 44000

What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 10 min walk
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 11 min walk
  • Essaouira Beach - 11 min walk
  • Skala du Port - 13 min walk
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Menara Airport (RAK) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandala Society - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brunch & Co - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taverna Bolognese Da Maurizio - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Riad Chbanate

Upscale riad located in Medina
Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a rooftop terrace, and a library at Riad Chbanate. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks at this riad include:
  • Airport pick-up service (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like premium bedding and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and bidets
  • 32-inch plasma TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour pick-up airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8 AM–noon
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Accessible airport shuttle

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Fireplace
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Safe
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (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 stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MAD 440.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: MAD 800 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MAD 440.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Riad Chbanate Essaouira
Chbanate Essaouira
Chbanate
Riad Chbanate Hotel Essaouira
Riad Chbanate Riad
Riad Chbanate Essaouira
Riad Chbanate Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Is Riad Chbanate pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riad Chbanate?

Riad Chbanate doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Riad Chbanate?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Riad Chbanate?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Riad Chbanate provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of MAD 800 per vehicle applies.

Where is Riad Chbanate located?

Located in Medina, this spa riad is within a 15-minute walk of Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum, Skala de la Ville, and Place Moulay el Hassan. Essaouira Beach and Skala du Port are also within 15 minutes.

Riad Chbanate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service and hospitality. Breakfast was the best they had a huge selection and it was excellent quality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Riad!
We enjoyed 3 nights at this beautiful riad, they were so welcoming and kind. We had a light dinner the first night as we were tired from our drive. They were happy to accommodate us and the food was delicious. We had the panoramic room that had a lot of stairs to get to it but the views and privacy were great. We would recommend this place when staying in Essaouira.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ivan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a few days and had an amazing experience. The riad is clean, comfortable and very well located. The staff is also extremely friendly and super helpful, would definitely stay again and highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
Riad Chbanate is a beautiful traditional Moroccan style boutique hotel in the medina. It is a short walk to the centre where you will find plenty of restaurants and shops, including the souks. The riad is very clean, comfortable and the staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. The rooms are spacious and fully equipped with robes, slippers, toiletries, water, coffee machine and air con. Breakfast was delicious, with home cooked pastries and freshly squeezed orange juice. We ate in the restaurant one evening and the food was home cooked to order. Again it was delicious as well as beautifully prepared and presented. Overall we would highly recommend Riad Chbanate for your stay in Essaouira.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

stefania

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristinn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Riad Chbanate was absolutely amazing. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful and every suggestion they made for restaurants and other services were spot on. The riad was really peaceful, clean and comfortable, our room was nice, and the breakfast was great. Highly recommended, hopefully we'll get a chance to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Coastal town Great Riad
This is a lovely riad within the walls of the old medina. So expect to find your way from the roadside to the front door. Very helpful staff and lovely breakfasts. We will come back if we are in the city again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay, very nice staff & good location to explore from.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hendrik

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an exceptional experience staying with Ryad Chbanate. The staff was welcoming, friendly and went out of their way at every turn to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We would rate 11 out of 10 for Ryad Chbanate. I rarely write reviews.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We wish we had been able to stay longer!
We had such a lovely stay at this peaceful and beautiful Riad. The room was so pretty and comfortable, the staff was attentive and helpful, the breakfast was delicious.
The welcoming lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
A great Riad for a short stay in Essaouira. The.open fire was lovely for a chilly January and the staff were also very warm and helpful. Only a few minutes walk from the taxi dropoff too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most beautiful Riad. Fantastic staff, such a good location. Roof terrace was incredible. Would return in a heart beat. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dreamy Riad
This riad is amazing. Great staff, great breakfast, great room, great turtle! I'm hooked on the argan soap and that shower is my favorite shower in the world. Can't wait to go back will definitely be staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

F

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the room at the very last minute after our planned stay turned out poorly. We loved the location, the staff was friendly and helpful, the breakfast was great, the room was clean, there was hot water and air conditioning… overall an excellent Riad.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ghady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location, comfort and character
Quiet oasis inside the busy Medina. The room was very comfortable, the service was great. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I would very happily stay at Riad Chbanate again, and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Great value! The staff was wonderful and the room was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
- would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and friendly staff. Nice roof garden with hot tub but we were lucky to have it to ourselves as only 2 of 8 rooms were let. It’s 10 minutes walk to the beach and down a back ally but it felt safe. Bathrooms are amazing with plenty of hot water. There was a fridge in the room. It’s expensive fir Morocco though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Riad in Essaouira
Great location. The Riad is located near the edge of the medina. We took the Supertour bus from Marrakech. The drop off was only a 10min walk from the Riad. The room was well decorated and comfortable. We roof top was amazing and had a hot tub. Since we were there in the winter we were not able to take advantage of it. We would definitely stay at the Riad Chbanate again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An easy walk from Supratour bus stop, this gorgeous riad was my favorite stay in Morocco. The painted ceilings, windows, and fabulous marble bathtub in our Mauresque Suite felt like a page from the Arabian Nights. The room was spotless and meticulously cleaned each day. A hot tub on the rooftop terrace outside our door was a welcome place to enjoy sunshine despite the cool temperature. Best of all, the staff is exceptionally warm and professional, and breakfasts were excellent as was our welcoming dinner on the first night. Greggi and Hicham made excellent local restaurant suggestions and offered restorative tea when I felt a bit under the weather. Truly an oasis of hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020