Riad Chbanate, Essaouira
About the Hotel
Riad Chbanate is housed in an 18th-century French-owned riad located in the heart of Essaouira's Old Medina. It offers a unique blend of traditional and modern design, with a rooftop terrace that provides panoramic views of the medina. The riad is situated just a few minutes' walk from the beach and iconic landmarks such as Place Bab Marrakesh. This property caters primarily to vacationing couples, while also accommodating families.
Location
Located in the Old Medina, Riad Chbanate is surrounded by historic 18th-century architecture, including imposing gates like Bab Doukkala. The riad is just a 4-minute walk from the Mellah and a 9-minute walk from the Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum. Airport shuttle services are available for guest convenience.
Rooms
The riad features eight individually decorated rooms that showcase exquisite traditional decor. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and minibars. Certain rooms offer unique touches like seating areas or balconies overlooking the medina. Bathrooms provide a combination of showers and deep soaking bathtubs, complete with complimentary toiletries.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast featuring crepes, pastries, fruit, and eggs served in the riad's onsite restaurant. Lunch and dinner menus offer a variety of local cuisine, including traditional tagines and couscous dishes, or lighter options like salads and grilled fish. The dining experience can be complemented with views from the rooftop terrace.
Leisure & Business
The full-service spa at Riad Chbanate provides guests with a range of pampering treatments, including massages. Recreational amenities include a fitness center, as well as a terrace with sunbeds and a whirlpool hot tub. For business needs, the 24-hour front desk offers tour desk services and car rental assistance.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Solarium
- Jacuzzi
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
Staying at this hotel was an absolute dream! The rooms are amazing with a huge bathtub, your own fireplace, and even a Whirlpool on the rooftop. It's so romantic and comfortable. However, the location was a bit off the beaten path, making it a bit dark at night. The dining experience was outstanding, to the best standards experienced in Morocco, but could have had more options and Moroccan-style foods.
The hotel rooms were beautiful and very clean, which was amazing. The breakfast consisted of fresh fruits, yogurt, warm bread with butter, jam, and cheese, as well as eggs and Moroccan pancakes, making it the highlight of our honeymoon. However, the dining options were a bit plain and could have had more Moroccan style foods.
The hotel offers fantastic rooms with a big, clean, and romantic ambiance, including a huge bath and incredible city views from the balcony for relaxation. The location is perfect, just outside the busiest part of the medina, providing a calm and quiet retreat near all the action. The dining experience is top-notch, exceeding the best standards in Morocco, while the facilities are excellent to meet all needs.
I found this hotel to be a wonderful hideaway in a perfect area with very kind staff and enchanting views of Essaouira. It was incredible, especially for relaxing on the balcony in the sun and watching the sun set. The location was excellent, although it's at the edge of the Médina and not directly at the coast. The dining experience was excellent, plentiful, and with lots of variety.
I had a lovely stay at the hotel, in a perfect area with very kind staff. The little view of the ocean and wide view of the town added to the charm. The rooms, designed in different Moroccan region styles, were immaculately clean, as was the rest of the riad.
I felt like I was in a dream from 1001 nights at this hotel. The location is perfect with very kind staff, but the dark street could be a minor drawback. The rooms are spacious and truly luxurious, making my stay exceptional.