Rent a villa in Essaouira

A curated selection of villas and riads

Nearly 30 villas and riads in Essaouira, from the medina to the beaches of the wild Atlantic coast, with heated pools and dedicated house staff. Each property is handpicked by our team for its authenticity, character and setting.

Tailored recommendations from your dedicated specialist

Our specialists guide you towards the ideal villa in Essaouira: a charming riad in the medina for a stay in the heart of this historic city, a villa with a pool near Mogador Golf, or a family home outside the city walls for a peaceful and secluded retreat.

A local concierge service & bespoke experiences

Your concierge prepares your arrival in Essaouira, arranging airport or Marrakech transfers, initial grocery deliveries and a private chef in your villa. They also organise bespoke experiences: horse rides or quad biking in Diabat, surf lessons in Sidi Kaouki and restaurant reservations.

Stay in a villa or riad in essaouira

A stay that suits you

Renting a villa in Essaouira means experiencing the destination at the pace of the Atlantic, in properties where the outdoor spaces are designed for both sun and wind. Sheltered terraces, walled gardens and patios provide pleasant spaces for lunching outside or extending the day after a walk on the beach. A private pool in the villa offers a genuine alternative to the ocean, particularly for families, or simply for those who want to spend more time at the villa.

Some properties close to the sea make it easy to reach the beach and the surf spots, while others, set further back, offer more space and a quieter setting. Riads offer a different experience altogether: a more intimate layout centred on a patio, in the heart of the medina or close by.

Depending on the property, house staff in the villa also simplify mealtimes and daily organisation.

Where to rent a villa or riad in Essaouira?

Our selection of villas in Essaouira is spread across the medina, the Mogador Golf Club area and the wider surroundings of the town, three different ways to experience the destination:

• The medina and its surroundings: the most immersive choice for experiencing daily life in Essaouira, close to the ramparts, Moulay Hassan square, the port and the souks. Riads offer a more intimate setting here, amid the lively atmosphere of the old town.
• The Mogador Golf Club: a peaceful residential area, particularly well suited to golf enthusiasts and to those looking for more space. The villas sit within a green setting, while remaining close to Essaouira and the ocean.
• The surrounding area of Essaouira: from Ghazoua to Sidi Kaouki, villas offer more space and a more direct relationship with the coastline, including beachfront villas that let you enjoy the Atlantic directly from the property.

Things to see and do in essaouira

In Essaouira, the medina, the ramparts and the seafront are easy to explore on foot. The Skala offers fine views over the Atlantic, before giving way to the shopping streets and workshops devoted in particular to thuya woodwork.

Heading down towards the fishing port, you will find the blue boats and the day's catch. Grilled fish and seafood naturally hold a prominent place in the town's restaurants.

Steady winds make Essaouira a destination particularly well suited to surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing. The main beach is also ideal for horse riding, while Sidi Kaouki, further south, offers a calmer atmosphere and good conditions for watersports. On the cultural side, the Gnaoua festival remains one of the town's major annual events.