Along with 2 outdoor pools, this riad has a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. A manager's reception is free. Additionally, a children's pool, a meeting room, and dry cleaning are onsite.
Villa Gonatouki offers 10 accommodations with private pools and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Villa Gonatouki features 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. The riad offers a restaurant. Each day guests can enjoy a complimentary manager's reception.
This Beaux Arts riad also offers a rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills.
Villa Gonatouki has designated areas for smoking.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Onsite venue - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Salon longue vue - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Happy hour is offered.
Salon orange - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Languages
Arabic, English, French
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
A restaurant
Free daily manager's reception
Restaurants on site
Salon longue vue
Salon orange
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Horseback riding/rentals
Library
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Living room
Private pool
Separate bedroom
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace
Spa
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Turkish bath
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
1 building
1 floor
Beaux Arts architecture
Built in 2010
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Private pool
Food and drink
Espresso maker
Limited room service
More
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Living room
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MAD 30.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Gonatouki
Villa Gonatouki
Villa Gonatouki Essaouira
Villa Gonatouki Hotel
Villa Gonatouki Hotel Essaouira
Villa Gonatouki Riad
Villa Gonatouki Essaouira
Villa Gonatouki Riad Essaouira
Villa Gonatouki Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Extremely friendly and accommodating. Bruno offered us to check out anytime we want and arranged a fishing trip on the spot with his caretaker Mostafa. The road is dirt road for 2 Km otherwise excellent experience
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Mar 14, 2019
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
William, Ireland
Mar 14, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Villa Gonatouki manages to combine a friendly, easygoing atmosphere and a wonderful quirkiness with beautiful decor, luxury and excellent service. The owners and their staff were wonderful hosts, attentive without being overbearing. We felt like house guests in a very unique holiday home.
This is more like a large guest house than a hotel. Bruno and his staff provide friendly personal attention, and you are living in a house he built for his own family. It's excellent for a quiet family holiday, or for groups doing yoga, meditation etc. But it is isolated, so not suitable if you mainly want to visit the town or the beaches, unless you have your own transport (though taxis are available).
Everything was lovingly managed at the villa, from Bruno’s construction of the building five years ago to the selection and training of his staff, quality of breakfasts with home made Moroccan breads, design, location and maintenance of swimming pools, amd the hammam and the first rate massages, it’s very casual and fairly priced. Having a rental car made its somewhat remote location easier, and being a small distance from Essaouira perfect.
Bruno was a lovely and very helpful host and the Villa had a very comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Ideal for people wanting accommodation away from the hustle and bustle of Essaouira.
Was such amazing experience to stay! With the best Bruno and everyone in the house! Pool is amazing! Meal is super tasty! Its not in the downtown but it’s prefect for m to get away everything and enjoy this vibe! But plus to my trip! Love it!
Everything about our entire experience was amazing. The villa, the pool, the room, the food, the staff and of course Bruno. I would 100% recommend this to everyone. Our family of three (9 year daughter) had an amazing two nights and wished it was longer.
From the moment we arrived, we felt more like family than guests st Villa Gonatouki. The French proprietor, Bruno, greeted us with a huge smile, gave us a tour of his lovely home that feels like a castle, and introduced us to the wonderful staff. Our room was spacious and beautifully decorated, as is the entire property. We met the other two families staying there and by the evening meal, we were all like old friends drinking wine and sharing travel stories and tips. The breakfasts on the terrace are lovely and delicious and definitely do stay at least once for a dinner as well. We had tajine one night and traditional couscous another. Our only regret is that we only stayed three nights and we should have stayed a week! We are looking forward to returning and will definitely be sending friends and family!!! :)
Amazing. Would stay here again and next time for some more nights. Would also recommend doing the Hammam and massage, it was really great. Better to travel by rental car as it’s 15min away from the center and more flexible instead of always calling a taxi when you would like to go somewhere. The whole team is so nice and friendly, we had a wonderful stay.
Despite the not perfect weather conditions we very much enjoyed the stay at this Riad. Bruno and his Team made this vacation a memorable one. Breakfast was absolutely delicious and we also enjoyed the dinners that were prepared.
This is a great place to stay in the beautiful countryside outside of Essaouria. Bruno and his team are fantastic and the property is beautiful. If you are looking for a quiet few days, come here.
This was the best place we stayed in Morocco, it’s really very beautiful, although out of town. You feel like your staying in a private villa. There are two pools, one of which is heated.
Although your out of town, they have a driver who I think charged €9 to get into the town.
The slightly more expensive rooms have a huge private terrace. These are the ones to go for.
Meals were lovely and reasonably priced. Fresh sardines for lunch served on our terrace by the wonderful staff. The evening meal was downstairs in front of the fire.
We loved staying at Gonatouki. Bruno is a great host. Cati made the most delicious breakfasts, especially the doughnuts!
Malika cooked the most amazing suppers. It was magical sitting by the fire eating delicious food. Dounia is a wonderful host who builds great fires and good conversation.
The entrance is incredible , like walking into a castle. The eternity pool was the highlight for me. Swimming out looking out to sea made my whole holiday. Peace and quiet.
The two dogs made it feel like home, along with Bruno and staff (didn't feel like staff) made us feel 'part of the family'.
We will definitely be back!
Thank you for making our holiday so perfect.
The most beautiful place with the most welcoming and kind staff especially Dunia. Only there for 2 nights but so relaxing and could easily stay there for longer. Would recommend hiring a car though if staying for more than 2 nights as 15mins from Essaouira
We stayed at villa Gonatouki in September this year and highly recommend it! Bruno was the perfect host and nothing was too much trouble. He is very knowledgable about the local area having lived there for years and went out of his way to help us hire a car and weigh our cases for the flight home! The rooms are clean and spacious and the there are plenty of living areas to choose from downstairs. All in all this was one of the best places we stayed at during our trip and I rate it highly.
Couldn't say enough about Villa Gonatiki. Meant to stay for 4 days but extended for a week the minute we arrived. The house is gorgeous and Bruno and the team couldn't make your stay any better if they tried. Comfort scientists! 👍 They take such great care of you with everything it's so hard to leave. We're hoping to get married there next year which is how much we loved the place. Thanks to Bruno and the team for giving us such an amazing holiday. Faye and dave
The host Bruno makes this hotel a delight. He is so friendly, and goes out of the way to make you feel welcome.
The food is all home cooked, and really delicious.
There is a choice of two warm swimming pools and wifi.
Great to spend a few relaxing days, or as a base for something more exciting.
My daughter (7) cried when we left. We will definitely return.