Illustrative photo of the region — the property's own gallery is on the booking page.
Riad Gloria
A small, no-frills riad near a medina gate, run by owner Luigi, rated 9.1/10 on Booking.com for cleanliness and value.
Riad Gloria is a small riad at 138 Rue Chbanate in the Essaouira medina, close to Place Moulay el Hassan. It's run personally by owner Luigi, who comes up in nearly every review by name — a small-scale, host-led operation trading scale for consistency and personal attention.
Reviewers are honest this is a simple property: rooms are small but clean, and breakfast is a basic spread (bread, crepes, coffee/tea, jam) rather than an elaborate buffet. One recurring minor complaint is patchy WiFi despite a good signal indicator. A no-frills, well-run budget riad, not a boutique splurge.
Why we chose it
- Consistently rated the friendliest/best-value riad by reviewers comparing against other Essaouira stays
- Sun terrace and on-site restaurant within the medina
- 5-minute walk from a medina gate — cars can't enter the medina, typical for the area
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Free breakfast
- Sun terrace
- On-site restaurant
Getting there
Riad Gloria is in Essaouira, 15–20 minutes from Essaouira Mogador Airport (ESU). From here, Essaouira's highlights are within reach, including Walk the Skala de la Ville ramparts, Skala du Port and the fishing harbour and Watch thuya-wood marquetry being made — see the full Essaouira guide for more on what to see nearby.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an on-site restaurant at Riad Gloria?
Yes — free breakfast.
What is Riad Gloria best for?
Riad Gloria is best for budget travellers who want a spotless, well-run base and don't need a big room.
See live availability, prices and the property's own photos on our booking partner.