Bani Antar Essaouira, Morocco
Renovated
2019
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Wellness LocalOutside the door
Minimalist medina cove
Whitewashed minimalist architecture meets tranquil riad courtyards, where open-air terraces catch the Atlantic breeze above Essaouira's bustling medina.
What it’s good at
Notable
Pared-down whitewashed riad interiors featuring smooth tadelakt finishes, open fireplaces, and deep marble bathtubs in every room.
Notable
A private traditional marble hammam for body scrubs paired with a heated rooftop dip-pool overlooking the ocean.
Notable
Daily breakfasts and market-fresh seafood served beneath medina minarets, surrounded by authentic Moroccan craftsmanship and coastal breezes.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Tucked into the quiet Bani Antar quarter, the riad sits steps from artisan workshops, sheltered alleyways, and the breezy oceanfront sea wall.
The rooms
Guest rooms pair working fireplaces and smooth tadelakt walls with deep marble soaking tubs and crisp Egyptian linens.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated rooftop dip-pool looks out over the medina rooftops, lit by lanterns after dark.
The spa
At the table
Three-course Moroccan dinners change daily, highlighting fresh catch from the harbor alongside seasonal market dishes.
Good to know
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.