Heure Bleue Palais Luxury Hotel
Essaouira
A luxury hotel in a traditional Moroccan riad, in the heart of Essaouira’s medina, L’Heure Bleue Palais’s architecture marries a variety of styles, reflecting the city’s diverse influences. Choose from well-appointed suites or rooms with traditional décor and exquisite attention to detail. The hotel is renowned for its fine cuisine, served in a choice of restaurants and lounges, each as sumptuous and relaxing as the next. Chef Ahmed Handour shares his passion for Maghreb cuisine in cookery classes at Heure Bleue Palais – a truly immersive cultural experience. Le P’tit Spa offers scrubs, wraps and massages in a traditional, black marble hammam.
Away from the hotel, explore Essaouira’s medina and the sights and sounds of the daily souk (market). The extensive beach, with its beauty and thrilling activities, is just a few minutes’ walk away.
Through Time
Heure Bleue Palais
Built on the ruins of an ancient fondouk – a hostel for travelling traders, Heure Bleue Palais is no ordinary hotel. Steeped in history, its journey began at the end of the 18th century as the sumptuous residence of pasha Caïd Mbark Saidi. It was later abandoned, before being rescued by the Azoulay family. Three years later and with the passion and unique know-how of local craftsmen, it rose from the ashes as a luxury hotel – the Relais & Châteaux Heure Bleue Palais.
Hotel Facilities
HOTEL FACILITIES
FOOD AND DRINK
SPA AND LEISURE
Activities
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Location
Getting There
- Around 20 minutes from Essaouira-Mogador Airport
- Around 3 hours from Marrakesh Menara Airport
- Around 4 hours from Casablanca Airport
Hotel tips in Essaouira
Hotel tips in Essaouira
Experience slow living and a chilled vibe at Le Jardin des Douars – a hidden gem around 20 minutes from Essaouira.
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One of the most elegant luxury riads in the coastal city of Essaouira. Its enchanting roof terrace is the highest point of the medina, giving visitors incomparable views.
Unique boutique and design gem in the heart of the medina, between Skala de la Kasbah and Place Moulay Hassan, with just six individually designed and themed suites. You must try: the chef’s table.
Stylish country guest house, in the heart of the thuja forest, that has retained the local architectural style while providing modern and sustainable accommodation, including eleven stylish eco domes. Nestled in the Swiri countryside, it’s an oasis of peace.
Composed of four traditional, elegant, and superbly located riads tucked into the ramparts of Essaouira's historical medina. Overlooking the ocean and the port.
A fountain splashes to the heartbeat of this Relais & Châteaux palace hotel. Luxury has a name: Heure Bleue Palais. Extraordinary and charming – traditionally Moroccan. Cultural influences harmoniously combined.
Within the ancient walls of Essaouira, Madada Mogador invites you to experience the enchanting blend of Moroccan hospitality and laid-back chic.
Experience slow living and a chilled vibe at Le Jardin des Douars – a hidden gem around 20 minutes from Essaouira.
Experience the enchantment of an superbly restored, 18th century Moroccan riad. Located in the heart of the medina, but close to all the activities on offer at Essaouira’s beach on the Atlantic.
One of the most elegant luxury riads in the coastal city of Essaouira. Its enchanting roof terrace is the highest point of the medina, giving visitors incomparable views.
Unique boutique and design gem in the heart of the medina, between Skala de la Kasbah and Place Moulay Hassan, with just six individually designed and themed suites. You must try: the chef’s table.
Stylish country guest house, in the heart of the thuja forest, that has retained the local architectural style while providing modern and sustainable accommodation, including eleven stylish eco domes. Nestled in the Swiri countryside, it’s an oasis of peace.
Composed of four traditional, elegant, and superbly located riads tucked into the ramparts of Essaouira's historical medina. Overlooking the ocean and the port.
A fountain splashes to the heartbeat of this Relais & Châteaux palace hotel. Luxury has a name: Heure Bleue Palais. Extraordinary and charming – traditionally Moroccan. Cultural influences harmoniously combined.
Within the ancient walls of Essaouira, Madada Mogador invites you to experience the enchanting blend of Moroccan hospitality and laid-back chic.
Restaurant tips in Essaouira
Restaurant tips in Essaouira
A vibrant café in the heart of Essaouira’s medina, where works of art and fabulous flavours create a sensational experience. Think traditional Moroccan dishes with vegetarian and vegan options.
Eclectic interiors, delicious dishes and delectable cocktails: Le Love by Caravane in the heart of Essaouira’s historic medina is itself a work of art with a wonderful atmosphere.
Within the ancient walls of Essaouira, Madada Mogador invites you to experience the enchanting blend of Moroccan hospitality and laid-back chic.
A vibrant café in the heart of Essaouira’s medina, where works of art and fabulous flavours create a sensational experience. Think traditional Moroccan dishes with vegetarian and vegan options.
Eclectic interiors, delicious dishes and delectable cocktails: Le Love by Caravane in the heart of Essaouira’s historic medina is itself a work of art with a wonderful atmosphere.
Within the ancient walls of Essaouira, Madada Mogador invites you to experience the enchanting blend of Moroccan hospitality and laid-back chic.
Experiences in Essaouira
Experiences in Essaouira
You can’t imagine French vines growing in a place like Morocco? Come and see for yourself, for instance during a visit of the winery Val d’Argan near Essaouira. Treat yourself to one of the 300,000 bottles produced by top grower Charles Melia.
Where the world’s best musicians from genres such as Gnaoua, jazz, Flamenco and reggae, Cuba, Tuareg and Tamil get together! The free concerts, jamming sessions & parades take place at the most picturesque spots of the city.
Every route, every angle is carefully planned and thought out. Mogador, your golf course in Morocco, offers players many facets: majestic dunes, proximity to the sea, lush greens and a breeze to motivate you.
A private chauffeur adds extra relaxation to your Moroccan journey, with safety, comfort and in-depth local knowledge!
Why has the UNESCO set aside 26,000 m² in the southwest of Morocco as a biosphere reserve? Because the region is home to a very special tree: the Argan tree, our of which Berber women make precious Argan oil.
Your Pur Life Maroc private concierge is your personal guide to Morocco, your contact, adviser and local expert – at your disposal from morning to night. For unforgettable holiday moments.
Lively bathhouse tradition, filled with gossip, laughter and discussions. For the locals, a trip to the hammam is a weekly fixture, and for Morocco fans, it is an absolute highlight.
You can’t imagine French vines growing in a place like Morocco? Come and see for yourself, for instance during a visit of the winery Val d’Argan near Essaouira. Treat yourself to one of the 300,000 bottles produced by top grower Charles Melia.
Where the world’s best musicians from genres such as Gnaoua, jazz, Flamenco and reggae, Cuba, Tuareg and Tamil get together! The free concerts, jamming sessions & parades take place at the most picturesque spots of the city.
Every route, every angle is carefully planned and thought out. Mogador, your golf course in Morocco, offers players many facets: majestic dunes, proximity to the sea, lush greens and a breeze to motivate you.
A private chauffeur adds extra relaxation to your Moroccan journey, with safety, comfort and in-depth local knowledge!
Why has the UNESCO set aside 26,000 m² in the southwest of Morocco as a biosphere reserve? Because the region is home to a very special tree: the Argan tree, our of which Berber women make precious Argan oil.
Your Pur Life Maroc private concierge is your personal guide to Morocco, your contact, adviser and local expert – at your disposal from morning to night. For unforgettable holiday moments.
Lively bathhouse tradition, filled with gossip, laughter and discussions. For the locals, a trip to the hammam is a weekly fixture, and for Morocco fans, it is an absolute highlight.
You can’t imagine French vines growing in a place like Morocco? Come and see for yourself, for instance during a visit of the winery Val d’Argan near Essaouira. Treat yourself to one of the 300,000 bottles produced by top grower Charles Melia.
Where the world’s best musicians from genres such as Gnaoua, jazz, Flamenco and reggae, Cuba, Tuareg and Tamil get together! The free concerts, jamming sessions & parades take place at the most picturesque spots of the city.
Every route, every angle is carefully planned and thought out. Mogador, your golf course in Morocco, offers players many facets: majestic dunes, proximity to the sea, lush greens and a breeze to motivate you.
A private chauffeur adds extra relaxation to your Moroccan journey, with safety, comfort and in-depth local knowledge!
Why has the UNESCO set aside 26,000 m² in the southwest of Morocco as a biosphere reserve? Because the region is home to a very special tree: the Argan tree, our of which Berber women make precious Argan oil.
Your Pur Life Maroc private concierge is your personal guide to Morocco, your contact, adviser and local expert – at your disposal from morning to night. For unforgettable holiday moments.
Lively bathhouse tradition, filled with gossip, laughter and discussions. For the locals, a trip to the hammam is a weekly fixture, and for Morocco fans, it is an absolute highlight.
