Riad Etoile D'Essaouira, EssaouiraRiad Etoile D'Essaouira in Essaouira, Morocco has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 5 of 6 hotels we score in Essaouira. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.0 before correction: Booking.com 2.8, Tripadvisor 3.2. Rooms from about $59 a night (cached, not a live quote).Riad Etoile D'Essaouira is an 18th-century house situated within the Essaouira medina. The property is a short walk from the local souks, the ramparts, and the beach. It contains 13 large rooms equipped with private bathrooms, satellite television, and WiFi. Guests can use the rooftop terrace, the sundeck, or the garden area. On-site dining is available at the Moroccan restaurant. The riad suits travellers looking for a central base to explore the coast or nearby golf courses. While the building offers a traditional atmosphere, some guest rooms appear dated and require more thorough cleaning.What stands out

Central medina location

Close to the beach

Rooftop terrace and garden

Pet friendly

Watch out for

Dated room decor

Occasional cleanliness issues

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