Reviews of Riad Dar Maya
33, rue Oujda, 44000 Essaouira, Morocco
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Reviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewTraditional and modern in the same time
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThis riad is just like the photos. It’s so peaceful and clean and the staff here are lovely. We would definitely return here!
Reviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe room was beautiful and comfortable and the staff was super friendly and helpful.
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Reviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery beautiful Riad in a great location. The rooms are exquisite and we loved every minute of our stay. Highly recommend it!
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Reviewed: 2 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe had a wonderful stay at this peaceful Riad in the heart of Essaouira’s bustling medina. It truly felt like a hidden oasis, calm, quiet, and beautifully kept. Youssef went above and beyond to make our stay stress-free. When the ATM in town swallowed our card, he stepped in straight away to help, and we’re so grateful for his kindness. He also arranged early breakfasts for us on two mornings so we could make our travel connections. Nothing was too much trouble. The Riad itself is a gem - tranquil, comfortable, and full of charm. We left feeling looked after, rested, and already planning our return. Highly recommend!
Reviewed: 25 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt was absolutely beautiful m! Super clean and the staff were very friendly,
Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewA quiet oasis in the midst of the bustling Essaouira Medina. Very forthcoming, kind, and friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms, fantastic amenities, a great rooftop terrace and we loved their included breakfast.
A peaceful retreat in the heart of Essaouira’s lively Medina, with warm, attentive staff, spacious clean rooms, excellent amenities, a beautiful rooftop terrace, and a delicious included breakfast.
Reviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful hotel and rooms. A peaceful spot within the bustling Medina. Staff were so kind and helpful.
Reviewed: 26 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
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Verified reviewTop Location; very helpful staff; nice roof top terasse
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
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Verified reviewGreat stay in the medina of Essaouira. Comfortable, quiet, nice aesthetics, friendly staff and nice (simple but good) breakfast. Youssef helped us arrange a private transfer from Marrakesh and to Taghazout, which was very convenient and a comparable price to renting a car.
Reviewed: 17 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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Verified reviewThis is a beautiful riad hidding in the medina. You must vistit this hidding gem.
Reviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
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Verified reviewFrom.the moment I arrived at this hidden little gem everything was wonderful. I was travelling alone for a horse riding holiday and staying outwith before the trek and after here. I was welcomed from the start and absolutely lived my stay. My room was absolutely gorgeous, full of character and added to my Morroccon experience. The Riad is hidden away like most of them but was very easy to find when I found my bearings. The breakfast is were delicious and there was lots of places to sit and chill. The terrace was lovely to watch the sunset. I will 💯 stay here again.
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Reviewed: 13 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWe loved the minimalistic interior with earthtone coloured Tadelakt and natural light. Quiet, spacious and comfortable. Will miss the heated flooring.
Reviewed: 12 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewA beautiful riad, very comfortable. We've now learnt that it's best to have the owners living on site, which brings soul and heart to the riad. That was the only thing lacking here.
Reviewed: 29 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewVery nice and comfortable hotel. The interter is really stylish, the staff is hospitable. The location is quite convenient: the central street is a 1-minute walk away, the embankment is 5-7 minutes away. The bus station can also be easily reached in 10 minutes by walking just in a straight line. I had a very good impression of you, thank you!