We arrived in Essaouira on a Supratours bus from Marrakech and had been sent (upon booking) a map with directions to the Riad which was extremely useful....

We arrived in Essaouira on a Supratours bus from Marrakech and had been sent (upon booking) a map with directions to the Riad which was extremely useful. It’s a short, flat 10mins walk from the bus station. The Riad is located in an alleyway off a main street and once you get your bearings it is easy to find. We were greeted with huge smiles and a warm welcome which was really nice. Reception is open until 7pm but there are emergency phone numbers and a phone left in reception in case you need to use it. We had to let the Riad know what time we were arriving in advance. It’s also worth noting that payment for you room is in cash. You have two keys – one to your room and one to the front door to come and go as you please. The location of this Riad was excellent – right in the heart of the medina and a short walk to the port area and to the beach. Lots of restaurants close by. The staff were very helpful at providing a map, marking out restaurant recommendations (and one’s to avoid) and places of interest. Breakfast was served in the common area from 8:30am – 10:30am and was delicious on both mornings that we stayed – omelette, breads, pancakes, honey, jams, yoghurt, plus a hot drink and freshly squeezed orange juice. The lady who served it was a lovely, polite lady. The room we stayed in was called the ‘Sahara’ - it took a few attempts at trying to lock it successfully but once we knew how to do it it was easy. The room was adequate in size for our needs, the bed was comfortable and bathroom functional. It was a little bit dark and stuffy, so we slept with the window open which helped. I would take some ear plugs as you can hear the noise. Towels were provided daily and the room/bathroom was very clean. WiFi was ok.I was delighted at the welcoming and friendly feel this Riad had. They were so helpful printing off our boarding passes which I really appreciated. The service was excellent!! The location is perfect. For those on a budget or just looking for some great Moroccan hospitality – look no further, this was a great place to stay!

Me and my girlfriend spent 4 nights at Riad Dar El Paco (Sahara room) and we absolutely enjoyed our time in this lovely location!.All the staff was very...

Me and my girlfriend spent 4 nights at Riad Dar El Paco (Sahara room) and we absolutely enjoyed our time in this lovely location!.All the staff was very kind, welcoming, professional, and they gave us a lot of useful information for travelling to Marrakech, riding camels and finding delicious restaurant in Essaouira.We also loved the central location of the hotel in the Medina, perfect for walking around and buying souvenirs in the local market, and their breakfast was delicious!Highly reccomended!

Dar el Paco is a magnificent Riad centrally located, owners are very helpful and they go out of their way to help you, Essaouira is a must visit location...

Dar el Paco is a magnificent Riad centrally located, owners are very helpful and they go out of their way to help you, Essaouira is a must visit location in Marocco. its just few hours away by buss from Marrakesh

Giovanni and Lara (hosts) made Dar El Paco a welcoming and homely place to be. The room was sufficient for our needs and the location was excellent. Breakfast...

Giovanni and Lara (hosts) made Dar El Paco a welcoming and homely place to be. The room was sufficient for our needs and the location was excellent. Breakfast was served each morning on the first floor and they accommodated a request for a change as breakfast is typically the same each day. Given that we were travelling with a two year old, location and comfort are two important factors for us. The location was excellent, in the medina close to all the touristy places and close to good eateries. All the workers were friendly and ensured we had a fantastic stay in Essaouira.Thank you Giovanni and Lara!

Not a lot to say but reiterate all previous positive comments. Had an enjoyable stay with excellent hosts. Situated just inside Medina with easy access...

Not a lot to say but reiterate all previous positive comments. Had an enjoyable stay with excellent hosts. Situated just inside Medina with easy access to beach and restaurants.Should you have any walking difficulties, best to request a lower floor room. As with many Riads there are lots of stairs.