Villa Beldi is a family-friendly boutique hotel just five minutes from Essaouira’s medina. It features eight rooms and suites, a serene pool, and a wellness center. Villa Beldi’s purposeful renovation, preserved its Moroccan farmhouse charm, while incorporating modern design elements, demonstrating the hotel’s ability to create a balance in not only its architeture, but also in its atmosphere.
Rooms at Villa Beldi are individually styled, with zellige tilework, carved wooden furniture, and woven textiles. Some have fireplaces, others open onto private terraces or shaded patios. The overall mood is understated and home-like. A few rooms are well-suited for families, offering additional beds or space to spread out. It’s an easy place for both couples and parents with children to stay comfortably.
The gardens are central to life at the hotel. Brick paths connect rooms, courtyards, and common areas, all shaded by mature trees and dotted with lanterns. The main pool is long and inviting, bordered by loungers and a scattering of umbrellas. There’s a second, smaller pool for children. Guests can spend hours reading, swimming, or having lunch under the trees.
Food is served all day at the hotel’s open-air restaurant, where the menu focuses on simple, flavorful Moroccan and Mediterranean dishes. Expect salads, grilled meats, couscous, and daily tagines. Ingredients are fresh and often sourced locally. Breakfast, included in the stay, features homemade breads, eggs, yogurt, fruit, and traditional mint tea.
The institute, the hotel’s spa, offers traditional hammam treatments, scrubs, and massages in a peaceful, candlelit space. It’s a quiet corner for guests looking to unwind. Yoga sessions can also be arranged on request.
Although Villa Beldi feels remote, it’s just 5 minutes from the Essaouira’s medina.With its green setting, traditional design, and laid-back feel, Villa Beldi is a gentle escape from the bustle of Essaouria, offering guests a balanced stay, with easy access to excitement and relaxation.
Essaouira offers year-round surf with reliable Atlantic swells and a mix of beach breaks and reef breaks. The main town beach is best for beginners, especially during small summer swells. Wind can pick up in the afternoons, so mornings are typically cleaner. For more advanced surfers, Moulay Bouzerktoun—25 minutes north—has faster, more powerful waves. Sidi Kaouki, about 30 minutes south, delivers consistent beach breaks and mellow point waves, ideal for intermediates. Crowds are moderate, and surf schools are available in town for lessons and board rentals. Conditions are most consistent from late autumn through early spring.
Villa Beldi’s restaurant serves Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine in a relaxed garden setting. Expect fresh salads, grilled meats, and seasonal tagines. Breakfast is included and features homemade bread, local jams, and mint tea. For lunch and dinner, guests can dine indoors or al fresco by the pool. A small bar offers local wines and cocktails. Guests can also walk into town to grab food at cafes and restaurants.
Villa Beldi is located just outside the center of Essaouira on Morocco’s Atlantic coast. Fly into Essaouira-Mogador Airport (ESU), then take a 20-minute taxi or private transfer to the hotel. Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) is another option, with a 2.5-hour drive west to Essaouira.
Essaouira is a laid-back port city known for its medina, fresh seafood, and Atlantic surf. A large trading port in the 19th century, Essaouira has a rich cultural history. The medina, a 5 minute drive from the hotel displays much of this rich history, through architecture, artisan shops, markets, and restaurants. Nearby activities include kitesurfing, horseback riding, and camel treks. Day trips to Sidi Kaouki or Argan oil cooperatives are also easy to arrange.
Address: Villa Beldi, Douar El Ghazoua, Essaouira, Morocco
Check-in: 15:00
Check-out: 12:00
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