Riad Raoud Rayhane - Essaouira

4-star traditional riad with spa and rooftop dining in Essaouira medina

Accommodations

Riad Raoud Rayhane offers nine individually decorated rooms - including the Superior Double Room Yacout and the Two-Bedroom Suite Balkisse - each with a private bathroom stocked with free toiletries and a hair dryer. Select rooms add a seating area, terrace, or balcony, while the two-bedroom suites provide additional space for small groups. The riad was sensitively restored to reflect the traditional architecture of the region and was historically a residence of a Souiri family.

Dining

Guests dine from two terraces featuring a menu that focuses on Moroccan cuisine, with both sweet and savory options available at breakfast - served on the rooftop terrace. The on-site restaurant also offers special diet menus on request, and a coffee house is located on the property. A shared lounge area provides space for relaxation and social interaction between meals.

Spa & Wellness

Raoud Rayhane has a spa and wellness center offering a full menu of treatments - including hammam, massages, body scrubs, facials, and body wraps - using local natural products like argan oil. Beauty services such as haircuts, manicures, pedicures, and make-up services are also available. The spa includes facilities such as a sauna, solarium, and a dedicated relaxation area.

Services

The property provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage, and express check-in/check-out. Additional offerings include airport shuttle, car hire, bicycle rental, and shuttle service to help guests explore the area. Safety features include CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside the property, fire extinguishers, and safety deposit boxes.

Location & Activities

Riad Raoud Rayhane is inside the medina of Essaouira, within walking distance of Skala de la Ville, Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum, and Plage d'Essaouira. The riad offers guided city tours, bike rentals, and cooking classes for guests who want to explore local culture. Essaouira Mogador Airport is 9 miles from the hotel, and the property can arrange transfers.

• Accommodations: 9 individually decorated rooms, two-bedroom suites
• Dining: Two terraces, Moroccan cuisine, rooftop breakfast
• Wellness: Full-service spa with hammam, sauna, solarium
• Services: 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, bicycle rental
• Location: Inside medina, 9 miles from Mogador Airport
• Special features: Historical Souiri residence, cooking classes