Where to sleep in Essaouira to ride?

Where to sleep in Essaouira to ride?

Medina, beach, recommended riads and storage solution so you don't have to transport your equipment.

In practice

The choice of accommodation depends above all on your material logistics. The riads of Medina are pleasant, but rarely practical for storing wings, foils or boards. Seagull therefore often recommends sleeping in Medina and leaving the equipment at the beach storage.

Think about the whole day, not just the night

The right accommodation for riding is not just a bed close to the sea. It is a practical starting point for the whole day: breakfast, journey to the spot, return after the session, shower, rest, dinner in the Medina and possibly a second visit to the club.

For many travelers, the Medina therefore remains the best choice: you really enjoy Essaouira, while keeping the beach close enough to ride every day. Storage forms the link between these two worlds.

Riders marchant avec du matériel sur la plage d'Essaouira pendant leur séjour

Medina or beach side

Medina - the local experience

Alleys, lights in the patio, markets just a stone's throw away, Gnawa music in the evening. The Seagull spot is a 10-15 minute walk away. This is what the vast majority of our customers do.

Beach side - practicality

More convenient logistically if you have a lot of equipment, but less character. A few modern hotels exist in this area.

Our recommendation

Medina + storage with us: the simplest compromise to enjoy the city without carrying your equipment.

Selection of riads (30-110 €/night)

Riad Maison du Sud

Central patio, sea view terrace, reliable Wi-Fi. Friendly atmosphere.

Riad Al Khansaa

Moroccan cuisine, rooftop lounge, 24-hour reception, airport shuttle.

Dar Les Sirènes

Rooftop happy hours, cooking classes on windless days.

Palace of the Ramparts

3 minutes from the beach, SPA on site for recovery.

Riad Mimouna

Facing the ocean, panoramic view, fresh fish restaurant.

Wingfoilers rejoignant la plage d'Essaouira avec leur matériel

The question to ask before booking

Before choosing a riad, simply ask yourself where your equipment will sleep. If you rent, the answer is easy: he stays at the club. If you come with your own equipment, check the stairs, taxi access, the size of the rooms and the possibility of leaving equipment in storage.

Choose the neighborhood according to your pace

If you come mainly to experience Essaouira, dine in the Medina, walk in the evening and enjoy the riads, sleeping in the ramparts remains the most pleasant choice. The trip to the beach is short, and it becomes very easy if your equipment stays at the club.

If you are on a very sporty schedule, with two sessions per day and little interest in nights out on the town, the beach side may make sense. You lose a little charm, but you gain a few minutes on the transitions between rest and session.

The right compromise also depends on your group. Friends who don't ride will often appreciate the Medina better. A group of independent riders with lots of equipment may prefer practicality. In both cases, anticipate storage before booking.

Practical benchmarks

Medina

Atmosphere, restaurants and walking distance to the club.

Beach

More direct for sessions, less central for evenings.

Storage

Equipment secured in the club, approximately 20 meters from the water. Access with the team.

Riads

Indicative selection from €30 to €110 per night depending on standing and season.

Frequently asked questions

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Google Reviews · Seagull Club Essaouira

What riders say after their sessions

A few reviews left after kitesurfing, surf and wingfoil lessons with the team.

Guillaume Gehot

4 reviews · 1 photo · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Great place to start learning kitesurfing! Ayoub gives clear explanations, goes at his students' pace and helps you progress quickly."

Raphael Regi

Local Guide · 15 reviews · 3 months ago

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5 stars

"Thanks to the team and to Soufiane for his professionalism. He explained the basics of kitesurfing with a lot of technique."

Nass

17 reviews · 4 photos · 8 months ago

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5 stars

"Ayoub is a very good instructor and truly passionate about kitesurfing. He passes that passion on with a great mood."

S13

4 reviews · 3 months ago

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5 stars

"I had an excellent lesson with Ayoub, an instructor I highly recommend. He encouraged me and showed a lot of patience."

Jeanne Delpech

1 review · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Very good experience here, good atmosphere, the instructors listen to us and give very good advice to progress in surfing."

Charlène LEGALOIS

Local Guide · 15 reviews · 1 photo · 3 months ago

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5 stars

"Thank you Ayoub Toulaoui, who was a great instructor! He is patient, gives good advice and knows how to spot the best waves."

Bryan Chaumé

6 reviews · 4 photos · 7 months ago

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5 stars

"First kite lesson with Sofiane. Very educational and friendly, he made us feel comfortable and we progressed quickly."

hakim

10 reviews · 2 photos · 8 months ago

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5 stars

"Amazing club! Thank you Ayoub for your teaching and advice. A real enthusiast who easily makes you feel comfortable."

Marc Cochard

9 reviews · 4 photos · 7 months ago

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5 stars

"We came to do wingfoil with friends. Faycel and his team welcomed us warmly, just like the previous year."

andréa buffet

2 reviews · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Perfect for surf rentals. Very kind and cheerful people, I recommend Ayoub."

Steven Gueguen

6 reviews · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Ayoub is a great professional. A huge thank you for the welcome and the advice."

thomas géhot

5 reviews · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Great kite lesson, and thanks Soufiane for the advice!"

Joachim Sojae

3 reviews · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Great experience with Soufiane, a top instructor. We'll come back!"

Charlotte Chefaroudi

10 reviews · 10 photos · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Very kind, professional and attentive. Well located, ideal for surfing."

rad louda

1 review · 4 months ago

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5 stars

"Soufiane, the best of the instructors! Very friendly and educational."

Quentin Viala

9 reviews · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Ayoub is great, very good session."

Malo Gueguen

1 review · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Thanks to Hamza and Ayoub for these surf sessions."

Valentine Chevreux

3 reviews · 2 months ago

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5 stars

"Ayoub was excellent! Thank you for this moment."

Elena Vidyapina

2 reviews · 1 photo · 7 months ago

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5 stars

"Soufiane, top experience! Thanks for the kite explanations."

Pierre Archambault

Local Guide · 20 reviews · 9 photos · 7 months ago

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5 stars

"Thank you very much Ayoub for the explanations to discover the sport, it was great."

virginie guffroy

8 reviews · 1 photo · 1 day ago

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5 stars

"Hamza and Youns, great instructors! Thank you for everything."

Mathilde Bénézet

13 reviews · 1 day ago

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5 stars

"Best surf and kite instructors in Essaouira, we love them, we're coming back tomorrow."

Hélène Vincent

3 reviews · 1 day ago

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5 stars

"A great place to learn surfing. Thanks to Abdou, who was clear and encouraging."

Theo Inzirillo

4 reviews · 12 photos · 1 day ago

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5 stars

"Wonderful lesson with Ayoub, top instructor. Quality kitesurfing lesson."

Prune JULLIEN

6 reviews · 2 photos · 1 day ago

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5 stars

"Thank you very much for the kitesurfing lessons with Ayoub. Great instructor, attentive, patient and smiling."

Perier Romain

3 reviews · 2 photos · 2 days ago

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5 stars

"Fantastic kitesurfing sessions with Ayoub. Super clear instructions and a very nice atmosphere to progress quickly."

Farah Zeroual

1 review · 3 days ago

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5 stars

"I loved this surf session. Top team, top equipment, perfect for a good session."

G 1997

3 reviews · 3 days ago

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5 stars

"I had never surfed before and thanks to them I learned quickly. Good atmosphere, equipment in good condition, they take the time."

Marie Le Houarner

5 reviews · 1 week ago

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5 stars

"Great lesson with Youssef, I progressed a lot in a short time. Thank you."

lilian ponsolle

2 reviews · 1 month ago

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5 stars

"Great surf lesson and good advice with Soufiane. I recommend Seagull Essaouira."

Stefan Schröder

Local Guide · 34 reviews · 102 photos · 1 month ago

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5 stars

"I had booked a wingfoil lesson. The very friendly team adapted the session to the day's conditions."