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Reviews of Madada Mogador

3.5 out of 5
Madada Mogador
5 rue Youssef Elfassi, Essaouira

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lottie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, in the entrance to the Medina, close to the beach and fishing port. Rooms have the old style charm, excellent helpful staff, breakfast delicious and served. Roof top for stung views.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Komal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Abderrahmane

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful staff, room was beautiful, breakfast excellent. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely riad--the rooftop terrace has million-dollar views. Our room was comfortable (prepare for a super-firm bed!) and clean. The location was excellent, at a quiet corner of the medina looking out onto the beach. Kind and informative staff (thank you Galene!) and yummy breakfasts. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
fabulous
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Levana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Too many steers to get to the room Good view, nice brackets Nice hosting
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Madada Mogador is a beautiful hotel located in the perfect location, right on the walls of the old city, where most tourist attractions and activities take place. The hotel is in close proximity to the port and the beach, making it easy to explore the city's sights and sounds. The room we stayed in was spacious and comfortable, with a separate loft area that was perfect for three people. However, the artificial lighting was low and made the room dark at night. Additionally, the framed picture in the room could be replaced with something more impactful and characteristic. The hotel's customer service was exceptional, accommodating all your requests in a professional and efficient manner. The reception staff went above and beyond to ensure your stay was comfortable and enjoyable, from booking restaurants to arranging activities. The Art Cafe suggestion they made resulted in the best experience of your trip. The restaurant located below the hotel offered great modern cuisine options in a sophisticated yet relaxed environment. Although slightly expensive, the food and drinks were worth the price, making it one of the best restaurants in the city. In summary, Madada Mogador is an excellent hotel with an unbeatable location, exceptional customer service, and great amenities. It is highly recommended for anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Essaouira, Morocco.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The loft was an awesome room and we really enjoyed the terrace. The breakfast was delicious and the staff were helpful and wonderful. I'd definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lettie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely hotel in great location - breakfast up on the terrace a real highlight.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay
Hotel was excellent with super friendly accommodating staff. We stayed for 5 days in the loft (family room) which was spacious for 3 (king and two twins with two bathrooms). The kitchen is not really functional (there is no fridge or anything to cook with or dinnerware). However, they happily allowed us to put wine in their fridge though! The loft is in a bit of an odd location- you walk through their kitchen to access. Being close to the kitchen also means some noise in the morning if you are a light sleeper. The breakfasts were so delicious and location perfect. The rooftop deck is amazing for breakfast or watching the sunset. Their restaurant is also outstanding. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A terrific property, friendly staff and one of my favorite breakfasts in all of Morocco! Our room faced the ocean and it was a lovely view. The rooftop is magnificent. Make sure to get reservations for their restaurant next door, it was absolutely delightful. We stayed for one night and it wasn’t enough. Can’t wait to come back!

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a bright and airy room that was very comfortable. Delicious breakfasts and really nice staff.

10/10 Excellent

Boris

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Wonderful stay! We loved our room, and breakfast on the roof was fantastic! The hotel staff are kind and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place and staff, great breakfasts and location. My only issues not good if you have bad knees.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenza

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Richmond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location within the Medina but away from the loud areas. Really friendly staff. Wonderful breakfast on rooftop overlooking the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

itamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well located, nice decoration, fine bedroom linen and towels and amenities, very friendly and helpful staff. Did I mention the wonderful view??
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

elmadani

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vikie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Great rooms! Delicious breakfast! Incredible views of the ocean. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Louise

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with view of the water. Definitely stop by the
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Ron, Cape Cod, MA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The roof area was great. Location was excellent--short walk to beach and at the Medina. Service excellent. On down side no elevator and tub had a half shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, very friendly and helpful. Room was not luxury, but nicely kept during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
Service was excellent all around. We stayed in the Pacha Sea View room which was lovely. The only thing to note is that the bed is very very firm so wasn't the best for us. Otherwise I would 100% without a doubt recommend Madada Mogador. The location was perfect, restaurant shouldn't be missed and service was spectacular! Despite the bed I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
perfectly situated with a view
Our trip to Essaouira was fantastic! The hotel was beautiful, and in a perfect location. We walked to the beach and ate fresh fish in the market... we’d highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay here!
Such great service and stay. The town was amazing and the hotel is located in the PERFECT spot with an amazing view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eloge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place for a family of 4.
We traveled with our 2 kids (4 and 1), and we were looking for something large but still not too big for 2 nights. The loft at Madada was great (maybe a little too big for our needs). I’d say it’s perfect for a family of 4, with children able to stay in their own room. Our experience was great, people were very welcoming, warm and very helpful. I think it’s possible to get something much cheaper in the area, but considering quality of service, and how much effort has been put into maintaining the place, the cost is well worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dorinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, probably the best in Essaouira. Our room “Salma” had great beach and harbor views with big windows which we could open to let the fresh air in. Room was clean with no chemical or fragranced cleaner smells! Thank You! Nice breakfast in lobby or terrace could be enjoyed with the best coffee. Lots of stairs to access room but there is a restroom on lobby level to help minimize climbing. When you visit you will want to eat at their restaurant La Table for a continuation of the hospitality and great food. Essaouira was a low key relaxing visit for us with none of the aggressive vendors we found in Marrakesh. Very friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was exceptional. Location great for walking and safety. Restaurants close by. The room was extremely clean and daily taken care of. The bedding was pristine. The bed itself was very hard and made it difficult to sleep several nights. The air conditioner did not work well.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very accommodating and friendly
Great hotel, excellent location, wonderful staff, very good breakfasts, lovely roof patio for lounging and meals, fabulous restaurant...all good!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin, Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, walkable to water/restaurants/shops etc. Staff very accommodating and friendly. WiFi was not reliable within the hotel, but did work well within their restaurant next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I will stay again.
Experience at Madada was splendid. Please improve the WiFi service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay inside the Medina of Essaouira
The only downside is that my French is not good enough for the whole staff. Otherwise, the location, condition, service is excellent. I’ll recommend this for couples romantic travel specially. It is inside the old Medina near the Baab Sbaab. Also within a 10minute walk from the Supratours terminal. You have a view of the ocean if you decide to have meals at the rooftop and close to the fishing port. The bathroom in the Junior suite is large with a large soak tub. The bed is perfect for a see sleeper like me. Breakfast is the same everyday but you get to choose where you can have it. Staff is friendly and attentive and as mentioned, it’s my French that is lacking. Definitely recommend the hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Madada magalor
Lovely place to stay and very conveniently situated. My room was fine, good shower. The staff were quite helpful and I was able to leave my belongings there for the following day after check out. I had a great facial from Corine. Great for watching the sun set.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the service, location, and amenities!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can't wait to come back
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was large, clean and the bed was comfortable. The view from the roof terrace was beautiful. The breakfast was just right.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicola, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing experience for a solo traveller
I had an amazing stay at the Madada Mogador, they looked after me so well which was important to me as a solo traveller (female). The riad is beautiful - chic, minimal but with elements of the traditional. My room was upgraded on arrival which was a lovely touch, so I had a sea view, balcony and huge bathroom - all gorgeous. Breakfast was the standard Moroccan meal but very well done - fresh orange juice, coffee, fresh pancakes, eggs any way you like, home made jams and delicious breads, fruit and yoghurt. Soaking up the sun on the roof terrace whilst eating breakfast was a treat after London cold and rain. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, making bookings for me: at Azur Hamman (superb), Dar Caravane restaurant (Moroccan kitsch but good food), L'Aterlier Madada for a cooking lesson and tour of the spice souk (highly recommended), La Table Madada (their restaurant next door) - high end Moroccan food experience , delicious). La Chalet de la Plage over the road from the Riad is good value and great sea food, quaintly old-fashioned with its wooden interior and charming service. Another highlight was my massage with Corinne in the Madada's spa room right at the top of the building with panaromic views. It was amazing - so relaxing and I highly recommend her. I had a fabulous stay and hope to return with my daugther next year. Thank you to all at Madada.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ana, Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Hotel
This place is exceptional. Amazing location, beautiful views, quiet and the attention to detail is excellent. Would 100% recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Myoko, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice guesthouse with views on the ocean
Very helpful and friendly staff in this small comfortable and attractive guest house at the edge of the Medina. Had one of the best meals in Morocco at their beautiful and elegant restaurant next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great boutique hotel
This is a beautiful hotel on the water in the middle of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Bill, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shame about the current redevelopment work nearby
The hotel itself cannot be faulted. We were extremely well looked after. Unfortunately at the moment (October 2017) the Orsen Welles gardens in front of the hotel are being redone involving a lot of noise, machinery and dust which rather spoilt the enjoyment of the terrace and view.However when completed (?2-3 months) it will enhance the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017