Essaouira
Formerly known as Mogador, the Portuguese eastablished a trading post here in the 15th century. Most of the town, including the fortifications, date from the 18th century. Essaouira has been attracting tourists since the 70's, famous for its marquestry workshops and excellent fish restaurants, it is the ideal destination for a short break or as part of a twin centre.
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For all enquiries, please call 020 7401 1045
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A pergola rises three floors from the interior courtyard of this former Imam’s house, culminating in an octagonal skylight. This intriguing structure provides each bedroom with a charming cedarwood balcony, hand carved by local craftsmen, overflowing with flowers, from which you look down into the small internal garden that is so much a feature of these remarkable town houses.
Traditional Moroccan forms have been given the cool and sophisticated French designer treatment, and this pretty hotel sparkles with light and the contrast of vivid colours against a white background. Thoughtful touches include tiled benches in the shower rooms, enabling you to prolong the pleasure of your cooling shower.
There is none of the stiff formality of a hotel about Dar Liouba – the owners and staff ensure that you are made to feel like guests in their enchanting home.
Price Guide: From £541 per person for 4 nights in a double room including flights, return transfers and breakfast.
Room, flight upgrades and different durations available.
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Situated on the edge of the medina, close to the souks and only a few minutes from the beach, L’Heure Bleue has excellent facilities. There is a fine restaurant where the seafood specialities that Essaouira is famous for may be enjoyed, an extensive wine cellar, and amusements that even include a small cinema. Lunch can be taken by the beautiful rooftop swimming pool while admiring a marvellous view across the medina and harbour.
This chic hotel was once a fondouq, a travellers’ inn, and there is something deliciously evocative about it. Its splendid marble-floored central courtyard, filled with dark wood furniture and palm trees, captures a distinctly retro atmosphere. The elegantly furnished bedrooms are accessed from the galleries on every floor, and are decorated in colonial African style. The suites are particularly romantic, with open fireplaces and private lounge areas.
A day of sightseeing or self-indulgence is perfectly complemented here by a session in the hotel’s traditional hammam, rounded off by a relaxing massage.
Price Guide: From £905 per person for 4 nights in a double room including flights, return transfers and breakfast.
Stay 6 pay 5 between 1-20 July including free hammam and body scrub.
Room, flight upgrades and different durations available.
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Thalassa Mogador is located on the seafront in Essaouira, facing a wonderful swathe of sandy beach and just a two minute walk to the old city walls.
Price Guide: From £743 per person in a superior room including flights to Marrakech, return airport transfers and half board.
Flight upgrades available
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