Exceptional
One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.
9.8586Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 10.0 out of 10, at 179, Chbanate.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Riad Chbanate: A Tranquil Oasis in the Heart of Essaouira
Rooftop Terrace with Spectacular Views: Enjoy breathtaking views of the old medina from our rooftop terrace, perfect for relaxing and soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Essaouira.
Elegantly Decorated Guest Rooms: Experience the charm of Moroccan design in our spacious guest rooms, each adorned with a fireplace for cozy evenings.
Convenient Amenities and Services: From air-conditioning and TV in every room to a 24-hour front desk offering tour assistance and car rentals, we ensure a comfortable stay for our guests.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
Rooms
9.8
Exceptional
Rated 9.8 out of 10 by 586 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.7
- Service10.0
- Location10.0
- Rooms9.7
- Amenities9.7
- Value9.7
- Food & drink9.7
Guests mention
Excellent serviceGreat locationBeautiful and clean roomsDelicious food
giovanniItalyPosizione e colazione
Nulla di specifico
ateikFranceUne parenthèse merveilleuse
L'établissement se prête à la détente et le personnel est la définition de la gentillesse.
JohnnyNLZeer aan te raden!
Erg mooie Riad!
We hebben er een heerlijke week gehad en zijn niets te kort gekomen.
Niets!
VololonaFranceun excellent séjour à Riad Chbanate
nous avons adoré l'accueil de l'équipe, l'organisation de nos trajets et leur disponibilité. Notre chambre nous a été mise à disposition en fin de matinée. La chambre Mauresque au dernier étage a une salle de bains…
RaffaelaItalyEleganza e cortesia nella Medina
Ambiente, personale, colazione
Troppe scale per la camera
GiuliaItalyGorgeous riad and welcoming staff
Beautiful stay! Thank you so much to Hicham and all the members of the staff for their amazing hospitality
Nothing - it was perfect
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
179, Chbanate, Essaouira, Morocco
Guests rate the location 10.0 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Riad Chbanate
What time is check-in and check-out at Riad Chbanate?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Riad Chbanate allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Riad Chbanate?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Riad Chbanate?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Riad Chbanate have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Riad Chbanate?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Riad Chbanate have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Riad Chbanate?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Riad Chbanate?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Riad Chbanate?
179, Chbanate, Essaouira.
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