Villa Maroc

Description

The Villa Maroc has been open since 1990. It is the first hotel of its kind in Morocco. The Villa Maroc is a “Hotel de charme” or “Boutique-hotel”. It is situated just inside the ramparts of the town and is two minutes from the sea. Four 18th century houses have been inter-connected and restored in arabo-andalusian style in keeping with the traditions of Essaouira.
The Villa Maroc reflects the architecture and colours of Essaouira: blue and white paintwork and the aesthetics of comfort and simplicity. It has been furnished and decorated with style and taste using local artisans, antiques and the paintings of both local and international artists. Thanks to the linking up of its four houses, the Villa Maroc has retained the atmosphere of a large private house, where clients do not feel themselves to be in a hotel nor among a throng of other people. Our “Oriental spa”, providing our clients with even more comfort and services, include a hamman, massage and beauty parlours. Our aim is to offer our clientele a welcome change of surroundings as well as a stress-free and relaxing holiday.
Breakfast can be taken on our roof terrace overlooking the picturesque port and magnificent bay. Many of our clients find themselves a secluded corner of the terrace to bask in the sun, read or just enjoy the view. The Villa Maroc has several comfortable and cosy lounges ¬ some with open log-fires ¬ where one can sit and read, have a drink, or enjoy candle-lit dinners. We do not have more than three tables in each lounge in order to retain the intimate and warm ambiance, which exists throughout the hotel.
We serve traditional Moroccan cuisine, just like the women of Essaouira make at home with devotion and care. In considering the palettes of our foreign clients we cook with low-fat ingredients. Our olive oil and many of our vegetables are our own produce and our jams and yoghurts are made on the premises. Our cuisine is freshly made, healthy and balanced. The menu changes daily and is not repeated in less than a 15 day period. We aim to initiate our clients with the best of Moroccan cooking and inspire them with our specialities. You can buy our recipe book “Villa Maroc Food” in the hotel-shop.