Everything You Need to Know

Riad Eucalyptus – Ethnic Hotel is located 12 km from Essaouira-Mogador Airport.
Upon request, we can arrange a taxi transfer to the hotel. To organise your airport shuttle, please provide us with your flight number and arrival time. A taxi driver will be waiting for you at the airport exit.
The shuttle service costs €25 for 1–4 people, and €35 for 5–6 people. Payment for the transfer is made directly at the hotel.

Our boutique hotel with a heated pool is located 10 km from Essaouira’s UNESCO-listed Medina and 10 km from the famous Sidi Kaouki surf beach. Getting around by taxi is very easy. To reach the Medina or Essaouira beach, small taxis are available. They carry a maximum of 3 passengers, and the fare is usually between €5 and €8 per trip. For Sidi Kaouki or for groups of 4–5 people, a grand taxi is required, with fares typically between €12 and €15 per trip. To book a taxi, simply contact the reception about 15 minutes in advance.

Yes. Our concierge can arrange:

• Transfers from Essaouira, Marrakech, or Agadir airports
• Delivery of a rental car directly to the Riad
• Taxi bookings throughout your stay
  

Yes, our boutique hotel offers free, secure private parking.
Morocco is a very safe country.

What are the check-in and check-out times ?
Check-in : 3:00 PM
Check-out : 11:00 AM
You are welcome to continue enjoying the hotel facilities after check-out.
For early arrivals , breakfast can be provided.
For arrivals later in the day , our restaurant is open from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with no interruption, allowing you to enjoy your stay without time constraints.

Yes. You can leave your luggage, enjoy the heated pool , and have lunch at the restaurant . Please let us know in advance for the best possible welcome – you will always be warmly received, whatever the time, in true Moroccan tradition !
We try, whenever possible, to accommodate your arrival time.

Where is Riad Eucalyptus located in relation to the Medina ?
Our charming Riad Eucalyptus in Essaouira is ideally located just 10 minutes from the historic Medina and 10 minutes from Sidi Kaouki beach , a truly natural spot in the grand Moroccan tradition .

What types of rooms are available?
Our boutique hotel offers 14 rooms across three unique styles :

• Traditional Berber Rooms
• Ethnic Elegance Rooms
• Bohemian Spirit Rooms
  

Each room is unique and features:

• Private bathroom
• Premium bedding
• Artisan décor

Nathalie and Patrick, hospitality professionals with extensive international experience, have paid special attention to both comfort and décor, while respecting Moroccan traditions.

The rooms are not air-conditioned, and it’s not necessary – Essaouira’s mild climate and the natural ocean breeze ensure cool nights all year round.

Yes, we offer flexibility with our rooms and can provide either a baby cot or an extra bed.
Baby cot  free of charge, on request
Extra bed  available in certain rooms, with an additional fee

Yes . We have a ground-floor room designed for guests with reduced mobility .

Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. Breakfast is served from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM and includes:
Msemen, fresh bread, fruit, homemade cake, jams, amlou from the local cooperative, cheese, eggs, freshly squeezed orange juice…
A generous and much-loved breakfast.

The restaurant is reserved for hotel guests and is open nonstop from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM . It offers homemade cuisine inspired by traditional Berber recipes.
Lunch by the pool or in the garden (1:00 PM – 9:00 PM): salads, Berber dishes, international favourites, desserts.
Moroccan dinner menu available on request:  couscous, tagines, grilled dishes… Please reserve before 12:00 PM for the evening service.

Yes , our boutique hotel in Essaouira offers:
The traditional Moroccan hammam ritual
Berber massages and treatments with argan oil
For an exceptional wellness experience : a deep, energising therapeutic-style massage

Through our concierge service, you can arrange:

• Surfing for beginners and advanced, kitesurfing , quad biking in the dunes, horseback riding, and golf
• Walks and shopping in the Medina
• Moroccan cooking classes
• Visits to local cooperatives
• Beach time with sun loungers, sunsets, and wild escapes
• An exceptional and varied dining experience
  No need to plan: our team adapts to your wishes and provides direct advice with our carefully selected local partners.
  They will also guide you to unexpected and hidden gems .
  

Yes. Our boutique hotel Riad Eucalyptus in Essaouira is family- and child-friendly:

• Connecting family rooms with the option of a baby cot
• Heated pool
• Shaded garden
• Children’s meals
  

Essaouira is a wonderful destination for families and children , offering plenty of fun activities :

• Sandy beaches with sun loungers and ice creams
• Horseback or camel rides
• Surfing or kite surfing lessons
• Kid-friendly quad biking
• Visits to the Medina
  

Does Riad Eucalyptus offer Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Can a private event be organised at Riad Eucalyptus?
Yes . Our offerings include:

• 14 rooms (up to 35 guests)
• 1,000 m² garden
• A team of event planning experts
  → Our boutique hotel is perfect for:
• intimate weddings , birthdays , team-building events, seminars , bespoke dinners…
  Patrick and Nathalie are hospitality professionals who have organised hundreds of events .
  

Is the hotel eco-friendly ?
Yes . Since its reopening in June 2025, Riad Eucalyptus has committed to:

• Water management and waste sorting
• Use of natural cleaning products
• Local cuisine with short supply chains
• Working with local suppliers and artisans in Essaouira
• Installation of solar panels
• On-site staff catering
  

Does the hotel work with Moroccan artisans ?
Yes:

• 100% artisan decor
• Renovations carried out with local craftsmen, respecting traditional Beldi construction methods
• Ingredients sourced from Essaouira markets and local neighbourhood shops