Riad Zahra
Four restaurants, a pool, and the Atlantic at your door.
A place to stay in Essaouira
Riad Zahra is a beachfront hotel in Essaouira, Morocco, with rooms starting from €75 per night. The property sits directly on the beach, with an outdoor pool, sun deck, terrace, and garden on-site. With four restaurants, a bar, and a coffee house, most guests can eat and drink without leaving the grounds. Free parking and an airport shuttle make arrival straightforward. The hotel has earned a 4.2/5 guest rating across 1,442 reviews, with location, cleanliness, and staff among the most consistently praised qualities.
Who this stay suits
A well-equipped beachfront hotel with multiple dining options, a pool, and easy access to Essaouira's coast — functional and well-regarded rather than boutique.
Best for
- Families wanting beach access and on-site dining
- Travellers who prefer driving and need free parking
- Guests who want activity options like cycling or horseback riding
- Those arriving by air needing a shuttle
Less suited to
- Travellers seeking a minimalist, rooms-only stay
- Those wanting a single intimate dining room rather than multiple outlets
Right on the beach
The hotel sits on the beachfront in Essaouira. A sun deck, outdoor furniture, terrace, and garden extend the usable outdoor space beyond the sand itself. The Atlantic coastline here is one of the main draws for guests choosing this part of Morocco.
Outdoor pool and terrace
The outdoor swimming pool sits alongside the terrace and garden. It gives guests an alternative to the beach on days when the Atlantic wind picks up — which it does regularly in Essaouira.
Four restaurants on-site
Four separate restaurants and a bar operate within the property, along with a coffee house. Room service is also available, so guests have several options without going out. Breakfast has a strong reputation among returning guests.
Activities and access
The hotel arranges bicycle rental, cycling, horseback riding, and hiking, most at an additional charge. Windsurfing is available off-site. Essaouira is one of Morocco's main windsurfing and kitesurfing destinations, and the beach location makes it a practical base.
Rooms & suites
Standard Double Room
1 full bed
- 1 room
- Attached bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Mini Suite
22.0 m² · 2 twin beds and 1 full bed
- Private suite
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
Standout features
Inside Riad Zahra
Amenities at Riad Zahra
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 4 restaurants
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
Great for your stay
- 4 restaurants
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Across 1,442 reviews, guests give Riad Zahra a 4.2/5 rating. Location and cleanliness come up consistently as positives, and the staff receives particular praise. The beachfront position and the range of on-site dining appear to be the main reasons guests return or recommend the property.
- Staff9.2
- Facilities8.3
- Cleanliness8.7
- Comfort8.6
- Value For Money8.5
- Location8.8
- Free Wifi8.4
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Riad Zahra located?
The hotel is in Essaouira, Morocco, on the beachfront. Location is one of the qualities most frequently praised by guests, and the Atlantic beach is directly accessible from the property.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, the hotel provides an airport shuttle. Contact the property directly when booking to arrange timing and confirm any charges or availability.
Is parking available, and does it cost extra?
Free parking is available on-site. You do not need to pay extra for it — it is included as a standard facility for guests arriving by car.
What room types are available?
There are two room types: the Standard Double Room with one full bed from €79, and the Mini Suite at 22 m² with two twin beds and one full bed from €100. The Mini Suite suits families or small groups.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available on-site and is well regarded by guests, though whether it is included in the room rate depends on the rate you book. Check the specific rate conditions when reserving.
How many restaurants are at the hotel?
There are four restaurants on-site, plus a bar and a coffee house. Room service is also available. Most guests can eat and drink throughout their stay without leaving the property.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
Yes. The hotel has designated family rooms, and the Mini Suite's bed configuration — two twins and one full — works well for parents with a child. The beach and pool add to the appeal for families.
What activities can I do at or through the hotel?
The hotel can arrange bicycle rental, cycling, horseback riding, and hiking, most at an additional charge. Windsurfing is available off-site. Essaouira's beach is also directly accessible.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool. The property also has a sun deck, terrace, garden, and outdoor furniture alongside the pool area.
What is the minimum price per night?
Room rates start from €75 per night for the property overall. The Standard Double Room starts from €79 and the Mini Suite from €100, depending on dates and availability.
Is free Wi-Fi available?
Free Wi-Fi is available in all room types and throughout the property. Both the Standard Double Room and the Mini Suite include it as a standard facility.
Is the hotel non-smoking?
The hotel has non-smoking rooms. If this is important to you, confirm the room's smoking policy with the property at the time of booking.