Essaouira
Morocco · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Essaouira, Morocco range from $7 to $40/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 20 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Sep 19, Sep 20, Sep 21.
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Hostel prices in Essaouira, Morocco
A typical dorm night in Essaouira runs about $10.
Across the upcoming months, September tends to be the cheapest month (from $7/night) and August the most expensive (from $10/night).
At $7/night and up, Essaouira is a mid-range hostel destination in Morocco.
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Hostels we track in Essaouira
- Atlantic Hostel 8.4 · 3,415 reviews
- The Chill Art 9.5 · 963 reviews
- Moga Hostel 9.4 · 464 reviews
- Essaouira Youth Hostel and Social Travel 9.2 · 174 reviews
- Riad Sidi Magdoul 10.0 · 113 reviews
- Essaouira trip hostel 8.8 · 101 reviews
- Giraffe Hostel- Sea View Rooftop 8.6 · 100 reviews
- Hostel La Smala 9.0 · 78 reviews
- Hostel Riad Maqam 9.6 · 72 reviews
- Riad Etoile d'Essaouira 9.5 · 71 reviews
- Diabat Hostel 10.0 · 49 reviews
- Riad Dar Afram 10.0 · 48 reviews
Local knowledge for Essaouira
Where to stay
Most budget hostels cluster inside the medina walls, within a few minutes of Place Moulay Hassan and the Skala de la Ville ramparts. The northern medina near Bab Doukkala tends to have the quieter guesthouses and slightly lower prices than spots right on the main square.
Getting around
- Eat at the port fish grills: walk past the blue boats on the harbor, pick a whole fish from the display, and they grill it in front of you for a fraction of what restaurants charge on Rue Laalouj.
- The Gnaoua World Music Festival fills Essaouira completely every June. Book months ahead or avoid the last weekend of June entirely if you want a normal room rate.
- Pack a windbreaker regardless of the season. The Atlantic trade winds are relentless along the Plage d'Essaouira, and the medina streets funnel the gusts. Locals call it the 'wind city' for a reason.
When to go
January and February are the slowest months with the lowest hostel prices, while June (Gnaoua Festival) and the July-August summer rush push prices up and availability down across the medina.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Essaouira cost per night?
Dorm beds in Essaouira currently range from $7 to $40/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Essaouira?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Essaouira are September 19, September 20, September 21.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Essaouira?
HostelHawk currently tracks 20 hostels in Essaouira, Morocco.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Essaouira?
Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Essaouira, with dorm beds from $7/night.
Is Essaouira affordable compared to other hostel cities in Morocco?
Essaouira is a mid-range hostel destination in Morocco, with dorm prices starting from $7/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Essaouira?
Most budget hostels cluster inside the medina walls, within a few minutes of Place Moulay Hassan and the Skala de la Ville ramparts. The northern medina near Bab Doukkala tends to have the quieter guesthouses and slightly lower prices than spots right on the main square.
What is the best time of year to visit Essaouira?
January and February are the slowest months with the lowest hostel prices, while June (Gnaoua Festival) and the July-August summer rush push prices up and availability down across the medina.