Dar Loulema

About this hotel

Unique Location in Essaouira Medina Dar Loulema, nestled in the heart of Essaouira's medina and a stone's throw away from the beach, offers a charming retreat with a rooftop terrace boasting stunning views of the port and Mogador Island. Authentic Moroccan Decor Each guest room at Dar Loulema is a masterpiece of traditional Moroccan design, featuring unique furnishings and mosaic-tiled en suite bathrooms. Relax in the cozy seating area and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the region. Relaxation and Scenic Views Start your day with a delightful breakfast on the terrace overlooking the picturesque surroundings or by the fireplace in the dining room. Unwind in the Moroccan-style living room or on the terrace with panoramic views, offering a serene escape from the bustling city. Book your stay at Dar Loulema for an unforgettable experience in Essaouira's vibrant medina.

Highlights

Facilities

• Parking

Check-in & checkout

Check-in

04:00 PM – 07:30 PM

Check-out

10:00 AM

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Guest sentiment

• Cleanliness7.8

  Some reviews mention cleanliness issues and mold in bathrooms.

• Service9.3

  Service is frequently highlighted as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.

• Location9.3

  Guests praise the location, noting it is perfect for exploring the Medina.

• Room Quality7.8

  Rooms varied in quality; some were noted as outdated, while others were well-decorated.

• Amenities8.8

  Amenities were generally good, although some mentioned noise from nearby nightlife.

• Value for Money8.7

  Overall good value, with some guests noting they found the experience satisfactory for the price.

• Food and Beverage8.3

  Breakfast was mentioned positively but noted that some items could be improved.

• Overall Experience8.9

  Guests expressed a generally positive overall experience despite some drawbacks.

Guest reviews

The location, the accommodation is close to everything, you can do everything on foot, and by car there is parking nearby. The riad and the room are very beautiful, there is a rooftop with a view of the sea and an incredible sunset. The staff is very welcoming and kind.

The location, the accommodation is close to everything, you can do everything on foot, and by car there is parking nearby. The riad and the room are very beautiful, there is a rooftop with a view of the sea and an incredible sunset. The staff is very welcoming and kind.

The humidity in the room, it's very damp, it wasn't very pleasant... and there is no air conditioning. The riad is next to a big bar so there is music until very late, bring earplugs. When we were there, there was a lot of wind so the shutters kept banging all night. And a personal note, to access the riad you have to take a covered path and the smell is awful 😅

The location was great, just steps from the main square and the sea. We had read reviews complaining about the noise due to the proximity to the Taros nightclub, but it didn't bother us. The morning prayer call was audible around 5.15, but being part of the local culture, it wasn't a problem. The staff was very kind and ready to respond to our requests, and the presence of staff at the entrance at any time of day and night is definitely a positive factor. Highly recommended for travelers who want to immerse themselves in local habits, leaving behind the expectations of finding all the comforts and customs of their own home :)

The location was great, just steps from the main square and the sea. We had read reviews complaining about the noise due to the proximity to the Taros nightclub, but it didn't bother us. The morning prayer call was audible around 5.15, but being part of the local culture, it wasn't a problem. The staff was very kind and ready to respond to our requests, and the presence of staff at the entrance at any time of day and night is definitely a positive factor. Highly recommended for travelers who want to immerse themselves in local habits, leaving behind the expectations of finding all the comforts and customs of their own home :)

The only unattractive aspect is the path to reach the riad, passing through a narrow and dark alley that however poses no danger. Just get past the first impression and then the game is done.

The tranquility of the riad, the location inside the old Medina, the staff.

The tranquility of the riad, the location inside the old Medina, the staff.

Breakfast always the same every day

Breakfast was lovely on the rooftop terrace. So nice to get the sun while you eat. Lovely freshly-squeezed orange juice. Location was great in the Medina and it's less than 10 minutes to the beach. Rooms were no-frills, but adequate and comfortable. A real bonus was the availability of extra towels if you were visiting the beach. That was really useful.

Breakfast was lovely on the rooftop terrace. So nice to get the sun while you eat. Lovely freshly-squeezed orange juice. Location was great in the Medina and it's less than 10 minutes to the beach. Rooms were no-frills, but adequate and comfortable. A real bonus was the availability of extra towels if you were visiting the beach. That was really useful.

Roof terrace and breakfast lady

Roof terrace and breakfast lady

The two guys running the place

This riad is located near the city wall on the port side, thus it is close to shopping in the medina and also the beach. The staff were extremely helpful, even allowing me to stay past check-out and use the roof-top lounge area.

This riad is located near the city wall on the port side, thus it is close to shopping in the medina and also the beach. The staff were extremely helpful, even allowing me to stay past check-out and use the roof-top lounge area.

Music from a nearby bar/lounge was audible in our room until the early hours of the morning. It did not keep me from sleeping, but might affect a light sleeper.