“A beautiful, tranquil stay with a warm and welcoming host.”

Dar Alya Essaouira Maison is a truly gorgeous property that feels like a peaceful sanctuary just 15 minutes from the centre of Essaouira. The setting is calm and beautifully designed, making it the perfect place to unwind. Sophie was incredibly welcoming and made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. The facilities were excellent, particularly the pool area and the thoughtfully designed rooms, which had a lovely, relaxed aesthetic. We also went for dinner just down the road at an amazing pizza restaurant, there are also a handful of other restaurants and beautiful boutiques nearby. A special mention to the onsite animals – a couple of friendly cats and dogs – which were a really nice touch and added to the homely, laid-back atmosphere.

“A cosy and comfortable villa hosted by lovely people that provide fresh food and delicious drinks”

- Attentiveness of the staff - Very welcoming and wanted to make our stay as comfortable as possible - Heated pool meant we could swim in December - The dogs and cats were great!

“Lovely place to stay however request in advance for a silent side of the property”

Loved the design, the cleanliness and the service

“A hidden gem. Beautiful, peaceful, clean, comfortable, welcoming.”

“A hidden gem. Beautiful, peaceful, clean, comfortable, welcoming.”

“A hidden gem. Beautiful, peaceful, clean, comfortable, welcoming.”

“A hidden gem. Beautiful, peaceful, clean, comfortable, welcoming.”

“Perfect second part for a two stop holiday after a stay in the Medina.”

Adults only. Ideal for adult family of 6 in 3 rooms- felt like your own luxurious country home. Excellent food and service. Tastefully decorated. Access to activities and town organised with local transport . Easy walk to traditional local restaurant and nearby quality shopping and coffee shop.

“Unmissable book any chance you have”

The lovely Sophie and her divine atmosphere....the staff , the ambience, the setting...such a fine experience, my third time!

“A little oasis perfect for relaxing”

We felt immediately at home in this little oasis. Sophie is the perfect hostess - giving us some fantastic recommendations and making us feel very welcome. Mehdi was a brilliant chef and entertained us with his conversation. Shout out to the property pets too - who are very friendly too!

“Great place, a small oasis in Essaouira”

Very warm and welcoming personnel as well as the owner of the property. Always there to help with any of our requests or questions. Clean, comfortable, rooms just as described, heated pool, tasty food, what else would you wish for?🙂 Definitely recommended! it’s a place where you want to come back.

Dar Alya is a stylish, peaceful hideaway and Sophie and her staff made us feel so welcome. The food is excellent and very reasonably priced and Sophie also spent lots of time giving us recommendations of places to eat in Essaouira as well as assisting us with transport from Marrakech. I would highly recommend.

it was so perfect!

Great stay at Sophie's house. The property is magnificent with a great pool, rooms and common areas. Staff very helpful and great service throughout our stay. Breakfast and other meals were delicious. Sophie is also helpful for any advice, activities, recommendations etc.. Felt like we were at home!

“gorgeous maison d’hotes near essaouira”

very comfortable, beautifully decorated and great service.

“Gorgeous place to relax. Exceeded our expectations. A big thank you to Sophie!”

“Gorgeous place to relax. Exceeded our expectations. A big thank you to Sophie!”

“Gorgeous place to relax. Exceeded our expectations. A big thank you to Sophie!”

“Gorgeous place to relax. Exceeded our expectations. A big thank you to Sophie!”

“Gorgeous place to relax. Exceeded our expectations. A big thank you to Sophie!”