Prime Location Near Essaouira's Old City
Located at the gates of Essaouira's historic center, with views of the sea and port, offering a tranquil seaside escape.
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Essaouira, MA
Hôtel Des Iles
Boulevard Mohammed V
4 stars · Guest score 6.2/10
About this hotel
Ideal Location and Historical Significance Hôtel des Îles, located at the gates of Essaouira's old city, offers a prime spot in front of the sea and port, perfect for a tranquil escape. Built in 1948 by Antoine Marchisio, known for designing the iconic Mamounia in Marrakesh, the hotel seamlessly blends Mauresque tradition with modern comforts. Charming Accommodation Options The hotel features 23 beautifully redecorated rooms in the original wing, all overlooking either the bay or the private swimming pool ensconced in lush greenery. Additionally, there are 40 bungalows, each with a private sun deck facing the pool, ensuring a serene stay. Versatile Dining and Event Spaces Indulge in relaxation at the hotel's two inviting lounges or the modern restaurant with a spacious dining area facing the ocean, accommodating up to 300 guests for meals or 500 for cocktails. The dining space easily transforms into a conference room, perfect for hosting corporate gatherings. Book your stay at Hôtel des Îles now for a memorable and luxurious experience.
Highlights
Comfort and Service Excellence
Enjoy beautifully redecorated rooms and bungalows with private sun decks, designed for a relaxing and memorable stay.
Unique Dining and Event Spaces
Savor ocean-facing meals in a modern restaurant or host events in versatile spaces that transform for conferences and gatherings.
Facilities
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Swimming pool
- Private parking
- Outdoor pool
- Accessible parking
- Parking garage
- Kids' pool
All 89 facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Hiking
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Airport shuttle
- Bar
- Fax/photocopying
- Tour desk
- Horse riding
- Soundproof rooms
- Ironing service
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Car hire
- Breakfast in the room
- Windsurfing
- Currency exchange
- Sun terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- Daily housekeeping
- Designated smoking area
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Concierge service
- Special diet menus - on request
- Kid meals
- Snack bar
- Lockers
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Nightclub/DJ
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Wine/champagne
- Sun umbrellas
- Airport drop off
- Airport pick up
- Coffee Shop on site
- Fruits
- Shuttle service
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Key access
- Food delivered to guest room
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Access to health care professionals
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Face masks for guests available
- 24-hour security
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Security alarm
- Walking tours
- Breakfast takeaway containers
- Key card access
- Bike tours
- Tour/class on local culture
Check-in & checkout
- Check-in
- 03:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Check-out
- 12:00 PM
Rooms & rates
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Guest sentiment
- Cleanliness4.3
Multiple reviews mention issues with cleanliness, including dirty rooms and common areas.
- Service8.2
Positive feedback about the staff being friendly and attentive.
- Location8.8
Frequent mentions of excellent location highly appreciated by guests.
- Room Quality4.7
Issues reported include old furniture and poor maintenance.
- Amenities5.8
Amenities are often mentioned as needing improvement, such as lack of pool towels and weak Wi-Fi.
- Value for Money6.7
Value noted with some reviews mentioning affordability despite issues.
- Food and Beverage5.3
Limited comments on food, but breakfast and dining suggestions were lackluster.
- Overall Experience5.9
The average experience is mixed, with strong points in location but weak in cleanliness and maintenance.
Guest reviews
The location is excellent.
The location is excellent.
The room was not secure. The door to the common balcony could not be locked. It wasn’t really able to be closed properly.
A Hotel that definitely does not have 4 stars more than faded. Worn out, broken and dirty!
The location
The location
The facilities are very outdated. The shower leaks, the jacuzzi bathtub doesn't work, the terrace is very dirty. We booked a room for three people but only had a double bed and a sofa without pillows or sheets... The breakfast at 8.00€ is honestly excessive. There is nothing special or oriental.
Nothing
Nothing
Room: Suspicious (clean?) torn and holey sheets. Musty smell. Moldy fridge. Dilapidated table. Dilapidated door. Broken water heater abandoned next to the entrance door. Hotel: Dilapidated tiling around the pool. Dilapidated signage. Dilapidated walkways. Gloomy breakfast room. Total scam for a 4-star, even in Morocco! Catastrophic value for money. Absolutely to be avoided.