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Villa Gonatouki

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts riad with 2 outdoor pools and rooftop terrace
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Tagaydrt - Douar El Ghazoua, Essaouira, 44000
  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course
    8 min drive
  • Bordj el Berod
    8 min drive
  • Essaouira Beach
    13 min drive
  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador)
    17 min drive

Room options

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Free cots/infant beds
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Room (Prestige ) | Living room

Room (Prestige )

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Free cots/infant beds
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite (Petite)

Suite (Petite)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Free cots/infant beds
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Grand Suite

Grand Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • 100 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Essaouira

A family-friendly stay in Essaouira awaits you at Villa Gonatouki. You'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Essaouira Mogador Golf Course and 5.1 km (3.2 mi) from Bordj el Berod. Highlights at this riad include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and a Turkish bath/hammam. .A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Salon longue vue, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to horse riding/hire. Other amenities include a free manager's reception and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Essaouira riad include Place Moulay el Hassan and Skala de la Ville.
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What's nearby

  • Essaouira Mogador Golf Course - 8 min drive
  • Bordj el Berod - 8 min drive
  • Place Moulay el Hassan - 12 min drive
  • Skala de la Ville - 12 min drive
  • Essaouira Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Essaouira (ESU-Mogador) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Coupole - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bonzo Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Fanatic - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Jimi Hendrix - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Chalet De La Plage - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Villa Gonatouki

Beaux Arts riad with 2 outdoor pools and rooftop terrace
Villa Gonatouki offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Villa Gonatouki.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Beaux Arts Essaouira riad.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2010
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Villa Gonatouki offers 10 accommodations with private pools and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

Languages

Arabic, English, French

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Salon longue vue
  • Salon orange

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Private pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Villa Gonatouki

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 30.00 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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
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, Carte Blanche and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Gonatouki
Villa Gonatouki
Villa Gonatouki Essaouira
Villa Gonatouki Hotel
Villa Gonatouki Hotel Essaouira
Villa Gonatouki Riad
Villa Gonatouki Essaouira
Villa Gonatouki Riad Essaouira

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Villa Gonatouki?

The closest beach to Villa Gonatouki is Essaouira Beach (5.1 km).

Does Villa Gonatouki have a pool?

Villa Gonatouki has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Villa Gonatouki a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining, plus private pools in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Gonatouki.

Is Villa Gonatouki family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Villa Gonatouki is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Villa Gonatouki?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Does Villa Gonatouki serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Gonatouki?

No, Villa Gonatouki does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Villa Gonatouki?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Gonatouki?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Villa Gonatouki?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Villa Gonatouki Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 109 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and accommodating. Bruno offered us to check out anytime we want and arranged a fishing trip on the spot with his caretaker Mostafa. The road is dirt road for 2 Km otherwise excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

William, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Villa Gonatouki manages to combine a friendly, easygoing atmosphere and a wonderful quirkiness with beautiful decor, luxury and excellent service. The owners and their staff were wonderful hosts, attentive without being overbearing. We felt like house guests in a very unique holiday home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is more like a large guest house than a hotel. Bruno and his staff provide friendly personal attention, and you are living in a house he built for his own family. It's excellent for a quiet family holiday, or for groups doing yoga, meditation etc. But it is isolated, so not suitable if you mainly want to visit the town or the beaches, unless you have your own transport (though taxis are available).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was lovingly managed at the villa, from Bruno’s construction of the building five years ago to the selection and training of his staff, quality of breakfasts with home made Moroccan breads, design, location and maintenance of swimming pools, amd the hammam and the first rate massages, it’s very casual and fairly priced. Having a rental car made its somewhat remote location easier, and being a small distance from Essaouira perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful Paradise
Bruno was a lovely and very helpful host and the Villa had a very comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Ideal for people wanting accommodation away from the hustle and bustle of Essaouira.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

ZHUANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best stay
Was such amazing experience to stay! With the best Bruno and everyone in the house! Pool is amazing! Meal is super tasty! Its not in the downtown but it’s prefect for m to get away everything and enjoy this vibe! But plus to my trip! Love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
FABULOUS
Everything about our entire experience was amazing. The villa, the pool, the room, the food, the staff and of course Bruno. I would 100% recommend this to everyone. Our family of three (9 year daughter) had an amazing two nights and wished it was longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jodi, Santa Cruz, California USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tranquility & New Friends at Villa Gonatouki
From the moment we arrived, we felt more like family than guests st Villa Gonatouki. The French proprietor, Bruno, greeted us with a huge smile, gave us a tour of his lovely home that feels like a castle, and introduced us to the wonderful staff. Our room was spacious and beautifully decorated, as is the entire property. We met the other two families staying there and by the evening meal, we were all like old friends drinking wine and sharing travel stories and tips. The breakfasts on the terrace are lovely and delicious and definitely do stay at least once for a dinner as well. We had tajine one night and traditional couscous another. Our only regret is that we only stayed three nights and we should have stayed a week! We are looking forward to returning and will definitely be sending friends and family!!! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Birthe, London - United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just lovely for a relaxing holiday
It felt like having your own villa due to the size of the house- my young adult daughters also found it amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Stay in Essouria
Bruno has and amazing Villa and was an amazing host. Best hospitality in Morocco.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worth to visit again
Amazing. Would stay here again and next time for some more nights. Would also recommend doing the Hammam and massage, it was really great. Better to travel by rental car as it’s 15min away from the center and more flexible instead of always calling a taxi when you would like to go somewhere. The whole team is so nice and friendly, we had a wonderful stay.

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitly the place to go
Despite the not perfect weather conditions we very much enjoyed the stay at this Riad. Bruno and his Team made this vacation a memorable one. Breakfast was absolutely delicious and we also enjoyed the dinners that were prepared.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Special Place
This is a great place to stay in the beautiful countryside outside of Essaouria. Bruno and his team are fantastic and the property is beautiful. If you are looking for a quiet few days, come here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best place we stayed in Morocco
This was the best place we stayed in Morocco, it’s really very beautiful, although out of town. You feel like your staying in a private villa. There are two pools, one of which is heated. Although your out of town, they have a driver who I think charged €9 to get into the town. The slightly more expensive rooms have a huge private terrace. These are the ones to go for. Meals were lovely and reasonably priced. Fresh sardines for lunch served on our terrace by the wonderful staff. The evening meal was downstairs in front of the fire.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cate, bristol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing beautiful paradise
We loved staying at Gonatouki. Bruno is a great host. Cati made the most delicious breakfasts, especially the doughnuts! Malika cooked the most amazing suppers. It was magical sitting by the fire eating delicious food. Dounia is a wonderful host who builds great fires and good conversation. The entrance is incredible , like walking into a castle. The eternity pool was the highlight for me. Swimming out looking out to sea made my whole holiday. Peace and quiet. The two dogs made it feel like home, along with Bruno and staff (didn't feel like staff) made us feel 'part of the family'. We will definitely be back! Thank you for making our holiday so perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hannah, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible 48 hours
The most beautiful place with the most welcoming and kind staff especially Dunia. Only there for 2 nights but so relaxing and could easily stay there for longer. Would recommend hiring a car though if staying for more than 2 nights as 15mins from Essaouira
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dreamzje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing stay at Gonatouki
We stayed at villa Gonatouki in September this year and highly recommend it! Bruno was the perfect host and nothing was too much trouble. He is very knowledgable about the local area having lived there for years and went out of his way to help us hire a car and weigh our cases for the flight home! The rooms are clean and spacious and the there are plenty of living areas to choose from downstairs. All in all this was one of the best places we stayed at during our trip and I rate it highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
happy vibes in an amazing place.
Couldn't say enough about Villa Gonatiki. Meant to stay for 4 days but extended for a week the minute we arrived. The house is gorgeous and Bruno and the team couldn't make your stay any better if they tried. Comfort scientists! 👍 They take such great care of you with everything it's so hard to leave. We're hoping to get married there next year which is how much we loved the place. Thanks to Bruno and the team for giving us such an amazing holiday. Faye and dave

10/10 Excellent

HeleneWilfred, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
beautiful hotel
Very enjoyable stay, friendly host and great staff. Clean, comfortable en-suite bedrooms Good meals 3x a day

10/10 Excellent

fiona, manchester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, fantastic staff, great food
The host Bruno makes this hotel a delight. He is so friendly, and goes out of the way to make you feel welcome. The food is all home cooked, and really delicious. There is a choice of two warm swimming pools and wifi. Great to spend a few relaxing days, or as a base for something more exciting. My daughter (7) cried when we left. We will definitely return.