Darzayna, a family-friendly guesthouse in Medina, offers relaxation and adventure. Unwind with a massage or body treatment at the full-service spa or explore nearby attractions on bike rentals. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and free WiFi.
Located near a train station, Darzayna is a great choice for a stay in Essaouira. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps or body treatments.
Languages
Arabic, English, French
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 15
Check-out time is 1:00 PM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (MAD 20 per day)
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Private dining
Travelling with children
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's games
Children's books
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Bike parking
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Garden
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include body wraps and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.
The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 30.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MAD 50 for adults and MAD 25 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MAD 200 per person (one-way)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Parking
Self-parking costs MAD 20 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Darzayna
Darzayna Essaouira
Darzayna House
Darzayna House Essaouira
Darzayna Guesthouse Essaouira
Darzayna Guesthouse
Darzayna Essaouira
Darzayna Guesthouse
Darzayna Guesthouse Essaouira
Frequently asked questions
Does Darzayna offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Darzayna does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Darzayna?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Darzayna?
Yes. Self-parking costs MAD 20 per day.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Darzayna?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is MAD 200 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Darzayna?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 1:00 PM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Darzayna and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and fishing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and make the most of other amenities such as a Turkish bath.
Are there restaurants at or near Darzayna?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Darzayna have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a garden.
What's the area around Darzayna like?
Darzayna is a short 8-minute walk from Place Moulay el Hassan and 9 minutes' walk from Essaouira Beach.
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Darzayna Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
Lovely extended stay here. Staff were nice, breakfast on the roof terrace. Easy walk around to the centre .
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
26 Oct 2023
Very basic riad with good location
Spacious room, comfortable bed, nice breakfast. Very basic accommodation. Absolutely decent for the price. And location is nice, in the medina but not with entrace to a busy street, so quiet at night.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
Good
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2020
Esta muy cerca de las calles principales de la ciudad y las hab son muy amplias
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
8 Jan 2020
ce riade est bien situé , mais nous avons trouvé des cheveux dans les draps , les chambres sont humides
eperviere
eperviere, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
2 Jan 2020
Very friendly and good service but the air was hum
Miriam
Miriam, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Dec 2019
A recommander.
Personnel très accueillant à l’écoute et disponible 24/24.
Petit-déjeuner très copieux.
mounir
mounir, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec 2019
Es muy acogedor. El desayuno muy rico. Muy recomendable
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov 2019
Bien accueillie, personnel très sympathique. Je recommande !
Rhita
Rhita, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Oct 2019
Verified traveller
7-night trip
6/10 Good
16 Oct 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
30 Sept 2019
Needs a real good deep clean
A mixed review. We had to book two rooms as we are engaged but not married. We paid for two, but only used one. Apparently their culture and Norms. No mention of this on hotels.com website.
The hotel is in real need of a good deep clean and an update. It was filthy. The bathroom was absolutely disgusting.
The price was good and the breakfast was very good and is included in the rate. Be careful of the extra euro 2.50 city per person per room! Also the exchange rate the hotel gives when calculating your Expedia rate for euro to dirhams needs to be watched as you lose about 2 MAD per Euro. You do not get the option to pay in euro or on card.
The hotel is also very noisy when other guests come in. There is no control on noise.
Overall ok for the money bar the cleanliness.
Ingrid
Ingrid, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Jul 2019
Nice old house..........................................................n.nnnnn..
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 May 2019
Great location, good for 2-3 days
Le riad est très bien situé, en plein coeur de la médina! La chambre était relativement propre, je considère que la salle de bain pourrait nécessité d’un plus grand nettoyage. Le point le plus négatif : l’eau s’accumule dans la douche ce qui crée un lac à nos pieds, un peu dégoutant, le drain semble bloqué!
Cependant, très bon service et petit-déjeuner satisfaisant.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2019
Great stay at Dar Zayna. Highly recommend.
This is a great Riad. The room is big and clean, there is a lovely rooftop terrace, the decor is wonderful and the staff very kind and helpful. Great location too.
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 May 2018
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2018
Liebevoll gestaltetes Riad in der Medina
Das Dar Zaina ist ein wirklich hübsches Riad in der Medina von Essaouira. Das gesamte Haus ist sehr sauber, die Zimmer individuell und geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Die Betreiber sind in jeder Hinsicht bemüht, den Aufenthalt der Gäste so angenehm wie möglich zu gestalten. Sogar frische Blumen stehen in den Zimmern! Das Frühstück ist reichlich und lecker. Wir würden das Dar Zaina jederzeit wieder wählen.
Frau Sauber
Frau Sauber, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Jan 2018
It was fine and We Can go back again to the same place the only problem that they don’t take credit cards.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
20 Nov 2017
Ce qui m'a choqué le premier jour en arrivant c'était la ruelles plaine d'ordures franchement j'ai pris peur je n'avais qu'une envie c'était de repartir en courant
sara
sara, 4-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
5 Sept 2017
Nice hotel close to the Old Medina,very nice stuff
I was in Dar zayna for 3 nights, it was ok, i like the emplacement in the old medina also the design of the room, and the have a very nice stuff,
Jihad
Jihad, 3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
4/10 Fair
3 Apr 2017
Tyvärr luktade det mögel på vårt rum men fick byta. Trånga trappor, svårt att bära bagaget.
Thomas
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
17 Oct 2015
Leuk hotel. Dicht bij het centrum.Aardig personeel
Heb het erg naar mijn zin gehad. Aardige mensen en lekker ontbeten. Kregen sleutel mee zodat we vrij waren om erin en eruit te gaan wanneer we wilden.
Verified traveller
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
4/10 Fair
9 Oct 2015
Nasria
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
23 Sept 2015
belle ville
UN BON SEJOUR
Verified traveller
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
7 Sept 2015
Medina
Bon rapport qualité/ prix.
Petit déjeuner copieux sur terrasse ensoleillée