Hotel Des Iles, Essaouira
About the Hotel
Hotel Des Iles is a historic 4-star hotel located at the gates of Essaouira's old city, facing the sea and the port. Built in 1948, it combines the moresque and retro styles of the period. The hotel features bungalows styled as wooden chalets set in expansive green spaces. It offers stunning views of the bay, sandy beaches, and Mogador Island.
Location
Hotel Des Iles is ideally situated close to the attractions of Essaouira, such as the Place Moulay el Hassan and the city’s medina. It provides easy access to local points of interest like the Mohammed Ben Abdallah Museum and the Port of Essaouira. Transportation options include a roundtrip airport shuttle and a strategic location for exploring the city's historic and natural beauty.
Rooms
The hotel offers 40 bungalows, each featuring a private entrance, executive lounge access, and garden views. Guestrooms are equipped with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, 24-hour room service, and bathrobes. Specific accommodations include various suites and family rooms that can accommodate multiple guests. The interiors are styled with tile/marble floors and provide a comfortable setting for relaxation.
Eat & Drink
Hotel Des Iles includes three onsite restaurants, featuring a traditional Moroccan restaurant called Khaima, each providing ocean views. The large dining room can seat up to 300 guests for meals and can be rearranged for corporate events. Guests can enjoy a variety of cuisines, particularly seafood, in a modern and expansive setting. Additionally, a poolside bar complements the dining experience.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features a nightclub for nighttime entertainment and an outdoor pool that enhances the leisure experience. For business travelers, the multifunctional dining room can be used as a conference space. Amenities include free Wi-Fi and a range of services to support both relaxation and corporate events. Water sports like windsurfing and bodyboarding are also available nearby.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Night club
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Trouser press
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The view from my room was stunning, but it was disappointing that the sheets weren't cleaned properly since the washing machine was broken. The location was fantastic, just steps away from the beach and the town. Overall, it's good for the price, but some aspects need improvement.
The hotel has a fantastic location right by the beach and close to the Medina, which is a huge plus. The rooms offer a lovely sea view and are equipped with beautiful cotton sheets, but I found them lacking extra towels and bedding. The staff was friendly, but the onsite dining was not included and left much to be desired. Overall, it’s a decent place to stay, but the lack of cleanliness and some service issues brought it down a notch.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is fantastic, right by the beach and close to the Medina, which I loved. The rooms were pretty and had lovely cotton sheets, but they weren't cleaned well since they were having issues with their washing machine. The staff was friendly, but a lack of towels made my stay a bit uncomfortable. Overall, it's a good spot but could use some improvements in service and room cleanliness.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the plus side, the rooms offered a lovely view, and the cotton sheets were a nice touch. However, the cleanliness was lacking as the sheets hadn’t been washed due to a broken washing machine, and there were no extra towels or bedding available. The location right by the beach was great, but the noise from the street made it hard to relax. Overall, it wasn’t the ideal stay I had hoped for.
The hotel has a beautiful sea view and the rooms are comfortable with lovely cotton sheets. However, the cleaning situation is less than ideal, as housekeeping seems to be struggling due to a broken washing machine. Overall, it's a great value for money considering the location near the beach, but the lack of extra towels and bedding was a bit inconvenient.
My stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. The location is absolutely perfect, just a stone's throw from the enormous Town Beach, making it super convenient. The rooms were cozy with lovely cotton sheets, but they were not cleaned properly due to some laundry issues, which was a bit disappointing. The staff was friendly, which helped to lift my overall experience. I found the value for money reasonable, but the lack of Wi-Fi included was a letdown.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the one hand, the rooms had lovely cotton sheets and offered a beautiful sea view, making my stay quite pleasant. However, I was disappointed that the rooms weren't cleaned properly due to laundry issues, and there were no extra towels or bedding available. The service was decent, but it could use some improvement. The location was fantastic, being close to the town center and the port, making it very convenient for exploring the area.
Overall, my stay was a mixed bag. The location by the beach and close to the mosque was fantastic, but my room had issues with cleanliness due to broken laundry facilities. The service was decent, but I found the lack of extra towels frustrating. While the view from my room was beautiful, I think improvements need to be made in housekeeping to enhance the overall experience.
The hotel has a fantastic location right at the Medina and also by the beach, which is perfect for exploring. The rooms offer a lovely view, and the cotton sheets are a nice touch, but the cleaning situation was a bit odd since they have to wash the sheets by hand because the washer is broken. On the downside, I didn’t find any extra towels or bedding provided. Overall, it has great potential, but the service and amenities could use some improvement.
I recently stayed at this hotel and found it to be in a fantastic location, just steps away from the beach and close to the main tourist area. The rooms, while comfortable, lack a bit in cleanliness as they weren't fully serviced due to a laundry issue. The dining experience was good with refined dishes, but I wished breakfast was included. Overall, it offers decent value for money, but there are areas for improvement.
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