Dar Maya

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“In the NW part of the medina, this is one of the more chic and discreet Essaouiran retreats. Guests are treated to seclusion, contemporary comfort, spacious tadelakt rooms & bathrooms, private balconies and a lovely roof terrace with hot tub. A romantic spot for two.”

Hotel review

A subdued zen-like oasis, owned by an Englishman who has gone to great trouble to create a well-designed hotel devoid of fuss and exotic frivolity. No hot paprika or saffron hues here. Instead a calming neutral palette that inspires serenity. Glass doors open onto an internal courtyard so adjacent rooms get natural light yet are cocooned from the occasional gusty wind. This light/sheltering theme is echoed upstairs in bedrooms, each well proportioned with a generous bed, sandy coloured tadelakt walls, private balcony and grand, ambient, lantern-lit bathroom. Deep baths make for a welcome addition in colder months. A contemporary communal sitting area at the top of the building leads to the decked roof terrace with all manner of seating/reclining options, from padded wooden chairs with tables and banquette seating to curved sun loungers and hot tub. It's a calming place, a tranquil retreat with an on-site hamman.

Laura Campbell
Laura Campbell Review published: 20/09/2024

Recommended for

  • City Style

  • Romantic Break

  • Sights nearby

    • Situated in the heart of the Medina, minutes from all the major attractions.

  • Learning

    • Courses can be arranged from pottery to Moroccan cooking.

  • Watersports

    • A renowned spot for windsurfing and kitesurfing

  • Restaurant

    • Daily changing menus serving Moroccan cuisine

  • Roof terrace

    • With stunning ocean views

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Sailing

  • Snorkelling

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Local markets

  • Diving

  • Fishing

  • Cycling

  • Golf

  • Chic

  • Surfing

  • Beach nearby

  • Cooking classes

  • Contemporary

  • Windsurfing

  • Close to nightlife

  • Romantic

  • Free wifi

  • Views

Facilities

  • Rooms

    5 rooms in this hotel

  • Restaurant

    Daily changing menus serving Moroccan cuisine

  • Swimming Pool

    Heated plunge pool on the terrace

  • Fireplace

    Open fireplaces in all rooms

  • Massage

    In room massages on request

  • Hot Tub

    Hot tub on the roof terrace

  • Roof terrace

    With stunning ocean views

  • Sauna/Steam

    Hammam

  • Bar

  • Bath robes

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Safe

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Meeting Room

  • Library

  • Bicycle hire

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Air conditioning

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Wifi

  • Free wifi

  • Views

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • Situated in the heart of the Medina, minutes from all the major attractions.

  • Learning

    • Courses can be arranged from pottery to Moroccan cooking.

  • Watersports

    • A renowned spot for windsurfing and kitesurfing

  • Sailing

  • Snorkelling

  • Local markets

  • Diving

  • Fishing

  • Cycling

  • Golf

  • Surfing

  • Cooking classes

  • Windsurfing

  • Close to nightlife

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