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Salut Maroc!
The boutique hotel Salut Maroc is located in the heart of Essaouira’s UNESCO-listed medina, approximately 400 metres from the city’s five-kilometre-long beach. The artistically designed 18th-century riad combines historic architecture with vibrant design and artistic flair, offering spectacular views of the impressive city walls, the colourful bustle of the medina and the powerful waves of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Tradition & Vibrancy
The artistically designed riad Salut Maroc is located directly behind the impressive city walls of Essaouira’s medina. From the rooftop terrace, guests can enjoy unique views of the Atlantic waves and the lively atmosphere of the medina. The beach and harbour are only around 400 metres away.
Hotel Amenities
- Hammam
- Library
- Lounge
- Wi-Fi
The Colours of Morocco
Each of Salut Maroc’s ten rooms and suites is entirely unique and full of character. Traditional Moroccan tiles, striking oil murals, and a curated mix of contemporary and antique furnishings capture the vibrancy and rich heritage of Moroccan storytelling. All rooms include a queen-size or king-size bed and a private bathroom featuring a copper bathtub.
Rooftop Restaurant with a Sea View
Begin your day with a Moroccan breakfast on the rooftop terrace – setting the tone for a vibrant day ahead. With spectacular sea views, the rooftop restaurant serves freshly caught fish and seafood, Moroccan specialities and signature tagines, alongside burgers, pasta, salads and grilled steaks.
In the cocktail bar, enjoy a glass of Champagne or a signature cocktail while gazing out over Essaouira’s historic ramparts.
In der Cocktail-Bar überblicken Sie die historischen Stadtmauern von Essaouira, während Sie ein Glas Champagner oder einen Cocktail genießen.
The Hammam Experience
Salut Maroc is home to its own Moroccan hammam, offering traditional treatments such as black soap body scrubs, clay masks, argan oil massages and classic relaxation massages. Beauty and facial treatments use natural argan oil, herbal products and rose water.
Our Pur Life Maroc concierge service offers tailor-made travel experiences designed around your wishes. Discover the most beautiful and authentic sides of Morocco up close, guided by our local experts and Pur Life insiders. Immerse yourself in your own personal Pur Life Maroc journey.
Salut Maroc
Savour a tagine of freshly caught sea bream with seasonal organic vegetables, served on the panoramic rooftop terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Essaouira’s striking historic ramparts.
Feel fully restored with a Moroccan body scrub using black soap in the hotel’s hammam, followed by a detoxifying rhassoul clay body mask. Or opt for a traditional Berber facial cleanse and tone, using soothing rose water.
Escape the office and host your business event at Salut Maroc. Whether it’s a meeting, special occasion, team-building retreat or incentive trip, we provide an inspiring setting tailored to every need.
Essaouira
Enjoy a guided walk taking in the Skala, the harbour and the city, including the old town with its souks, the consular district and the Mellah (Jewish quarter). Stroll through lively alleyways dotted with shaded squares and traditional Moorish café terraces.
How about a half-day cooking class at L'Atelier, a former warehouse beneath the stone arches at the entrance to Essaouira's medina? Guided by a top chef, you'll uncover the secrets of Moroccan cuisine and learn how to master tajines, couscous, pastillas and gazelle horn cookies.
Looking for the perfect blend of eco-tourism and walking? Choose from guided half-day or full-day hikes, complete with a tea break or lunch in a traditional Moroccan eatery. Discover the natural beauty of the Essaouira region at a more relaxed pace.
A network of trails linking local villages makes the countryside around Essaouira ideal for mountain biking. Your guide will lead you along winding paths to some of the region's most scenic spots. Of course, you're also free to explore on your own, with mountain bikes and e-bikes available for hire.
A quad tour is an exhilarating way to explore Morocco's stunning landscapes. Our off-road routes take you straight into the dunes, with two- or three-hour excursions leading you along rocky tracks to Cap Sim, where you'll get up close to the dramatic sand dunes and Atlantic beaches.
Discover the beaches, sweeping dunes south of Essaouira and unforgettable sunsets on horseback. Setting off from the town of Diabat, your guide and their experienced team will lead you on a one- to three-hour ride, suitable for both seasoned riders and beginners alike.
No trip to Essaouira is complete without a camel ride. A favourite with both children and adults, this experience offers a memorable way to explore the region's dunes and beaches. Our camel guide looks forward to introducing you to these fascinating animals, perfectly suited to gentle journeys across the sand.
Set against a stunning natural backdrop, Golf de Mogador offers perfect conditions year-round to enjoy challenging greens and superb fairways. Designed by Gary Player, this 18-hole championship course (par 72) in Essaouira is a top-class golfing destination.
Experience first-hand how argan oil is traditionally produced by women under fair working conditions at the Marjana Cooperative. Taste premium-quality argan oil and purchase products directly from the source. Afterwards, visit the coastal village of Sidi Kaouki, whose five-kilometre Atlantic bay is considered one of the world’s finest surfing beaches.
Would you like to experience the hippie flair of the early 1970s? Your guide will accompany you to the Jimi Hendrix Café in the village of Diabat as well as to the ruins of the Dar Solatane Palace, which is said to have inspired Jimi Hendrix’s song Castles Made of Sand. The beach of Diabat captivates visitors with its untouched nature, dunes and peaceful atmosphere, connecting Essaouira with the surfer paradise of Sidi Kaouki.
Spend a night in a traditional Berber tent on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Discover the secrets of Moroccan cuisine, enjoy dinner on the beach and warm yourself by the campfire. Look forward to breathtaking views of the surrounding nature with argan and tamarind trees, as well as a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic Ocean.
Discover the hinterland of Essaouira on a guided excursion. The route takes you through impressive landscapes, past a traditional weekly market and into a village where you will enjoy an authentic lunch in the home of a Berber family. Afterwards, take part in a traditional Moroccan tea ceremony.
A special half-day excursion takes you to one of the largest and most authentic souks in the hinterland of Essaouira. Far away from classic tourist routes, you will experience a lively weekly market where farmers, fishermen and local traders offer their goods — from fresh fruit and vegetables to spices, olives, livestock and traditional handicrafts. Accompanied by a local guide, you will gain fascinating insights into the daily life and culture of the region. Afterwards, enjoy a classic tagine lunch in a traditional Moroccan restaurant.
