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Riad Kafila

3.0 star property
Riad with a full-service spa, steps from Skala de la Ville

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Free daily full breakfast
Terrace/patio
Rooftop terrace
Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 5) | View from room
Executive lounge

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb

Explore the area

Map
Rue Yamen 4bis, Essaouira, 44000
  • Skala de la Ville
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place Moulay el Hassan
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 3)

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 3)

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 3)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 5)

Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 5)

Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 5)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 11 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Ocean View (N° 1)

Family Room, Ocean View (N° 1)

Family Room, Ocean View (N° 1)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Twin Room (N° 6)

Premium Twin Room (N° 6)

Premium Twin Room (N° 6)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 13 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room (N° 7)

Standard Double Room (N° 7)

Standard Double Room (N° 7)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 2)

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 2)

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View (N° 2)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 4)

Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 4)

Premium Double Room, Ocean View (N° 4)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Essaouira

Riad Kafila places you steps from Skala de la Ville and within a 10-minute stroll of Place Moulay el Hassan. Highlights at this riad include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, sports massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with access to the steam room. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a Turkish bath/hammam. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Medina riad include Skala du Port and Essaouira Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Skala de la Ville - 1 min walk
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 5 min walk
  • Skala du Port - 9 min walk
  • Essaouira Beach - 10 min walk
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taros - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Il Mare - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dar Baba Restaurant & More - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café De France - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Des Reves - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Riad Kafila

Riad with a full-service spa, steps from Skala de la Ville
Riad Kafila offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at Riad Kafila. An area shuttle within 200 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Essaouira riad.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Dining venue
Riad Kafila offers 7 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. This Essaouira riad provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the riad's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 5 per day)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 200 kilometres

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Stereo
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 35.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day (1312 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 44000MH1961

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the riad before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Riad Kafila.

Property is also known as

Riad Kafila Essaouira
Riad Kafila
Kafila Essaouira
Riad Riad Kafila Essaouira
Essaouira Riad Kafila Riad
Riad Riad Kafila
Riad Kafila Essaouira
Riad Kafila Essaouira
Riad Kafila
Kafila Essaouira
Riad Riad Kafila Essaouira
Essaouira Riad Kafila Riad
Riad Riad Kafila
Riad Kafila Essaouira
Kafila
Riad Kafila Riad
Riad Kafila Essaouira
Riad Kafila Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riad Kafila?

Riad Kafila offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riad Kafila?

As of 19 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riad Kafila on 26 Feb 2025 start from NZ$150.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Riad Kafila?

Yep, Riad Kafila is a short 10-minute walk from Essaouira Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, body boarding and swimming.

Is there a spa on site at Riad Kafila?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Riad Kafila. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Riad Kafila serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full brekkie is on offer daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riad Kafila?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riad Kafila?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Riad Kafila's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riad Kafila?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Riad Kafila?

No, pets are not allowed.

Riad Kafila Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Izamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Antoine

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view
Good hotel with excellent views of the ocean. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my favorite place I stayed in Morocco. The staff was above and beyond. The breakfasts, housekeeping, and help coordinating travel were all great perks. This riad is also very nicely appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Shahinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Michel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diogo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very nice people. We love it

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful Moroccan Riad on the foot of the Medina facing the Atlantic Ocean. Wonderful location with lovely Moroccan decor. The rooms are basic and small, but the property is lovely and the hotel manager, Ronone (spelling??), will make your stay incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was there to enjoy Essaouira and I did. The surfing, shops, food. Riad Kafila was amazing! Great staff, sooo comfortable, clean, great location. Nice breakfast. I loved it there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed Riad Kalifa very much!
Super comfortable, amazing breakfast excellent location and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

david

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location on the water in the old Medina

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic ocean view and great hospitality
We sadly stayed here only for 1 night. Wish we could spend more time in the lovely town of Essaouira and in Riad Kafila. The team of the riad made us feel extremely welcome and right at home. They were super nice and helpful. Our room (no 3) overlooking the Atlantic Ocean had one of the best views ever. It was amazing to wake up and watch the huge ocean waves crashing on the rocks. Breakfast was plentiful, tasty and very generous, we didn't need lunch that day! Location is also good, very close to the city walls, great for sunset. Some lovely restaurants in close vicinity and of course shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay with a beautiful view and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had the ocean view room which was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Achraf

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing. I enjoyed the seaview from our room and from the rooftop. Riad was close to many shops and dining options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Little Gem
A wonderful Riad, super helpful and friendly staff who spoke very good English. Room was lovely, clean, fresh, roses on the side table, free bottles of water. The public spaces were beautifully decorated, a mix of quirky modern and traditional, just lovely. Breakfast was tasty and fresh. Great positon in the old Medina with the waves crashing on the shore outside the open window, but totally quiet with the window shut. Can't recommend this place highly enough
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch service
I stayed in this hotel because of the glowing reviews of costumer service, and I’m happy to report that this is indeed the case. Examples: my iPhone charger cord broke during the trip and the man behind the desk gave me his. The credit card machine wasn’t working so the man behind the desk escorted me to my nearest atm branch and then the train station. The area is also good as you close to a cool fortress.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay !
Amazing Omar and team . Loved the place I'll come back for sure !!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely riad, well-kept, clean, good location. The lounge upstairs is very cosy with outstanding ocean views. Very relaxing, calm atmosphere. Best of all is the warm, friendly, kind staff. They were truly hospitable as we were there during the stressful coronavirus time. They cooked dinner for us at no cost and generously offered us their kitchen and food and anything else we needed as Essaouira shut down. We will never forget this kindness. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Views in Great Location
Lovely Riad in an absolutely amazing location. Close to the ramparts of the city and easy walking distance to everywhere in the medina. Cannot beat the views of the ocean from the breakfast room! Wish it had been warmer when we were there, because the rooftop terrace looked amazing! Staff were all wonderful and very helpful with arranging transportation for us. Breakfast was delicious too. Room was comfortable and clean, even if minimal frills. Be advised: cars are not allowed where the Riad is located, so you either need to carry your suitcases a decent distance or hire someone with a cart. Having the staff arrange for someone to meet us at the riad with a cart and having a cab waiting outside the medina for us was incredibly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
beautiful view
the sea view from the main room is amazing and the breakfast is very good. location is convenient and we felt a good sense of hospitality. just the room is quite small and basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed staying at Riad Kalifa, mostly because we were always welcome with a big smile, Musin was amazing, super kind and always pointing us in the right direction with food, what to visit.... the Riad is beautiful, very cosy, and holy. We slept like babies in those bed. I read some reviews about the humidity since is close to the beach. I am sensitive to humidity and I didn’t feel that at all. Breakfast was amazing! Definitely staying at Riad Kalifa made a difference in how we experienced Essaouira. Defiantly I recommend staying there
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from terrace, delicious breakfast, and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Riad and Excellent Customer Service
My stay at Riad Kafila was a very good experience. The riad was not difficult to find, and I was greeted with such kindness and hospitality as soon as I arrived. I would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a cute hotel tucked away on the far side of the medina, nestled against the windswept ocean walls. The highlight is surely the wonderful breakfast set against the backdrop of an incredible ocean view. The staff here were friendly and efficient. My room on the ground floor was basic but clean. The only window was out into the attractive courtyard. Good wifi and a terrace with dramatic ocean views. There's also a fantastic restaurant just around the corner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019