Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel
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Summary of reviewsEssaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel is a highly regarded establishment centrally located in the heart of Essaouira's Medina, offering easy access to the city's vibrant districts and popular tourist spots, including the beach, port and local markets. The strategic yet peaceful setting of the hostel affords guests a quiet atmosphere amid the bustling Medina, providing an ideal base for delving into the essence of Essaouira.
The hostel’s breakfast experience receives wide acclaim, particularly for the homemade, varied menu enjoyed on the scenic rooftop terrace, which also fosters an interactive and social environment. The family dinners hosted by Tarik on the rooftop are frequently highlighted with many guests considering the meals to be among the best they've had in Morocco. The hostel's cooking classes further enhance its warm, communal atmosphere.
Rooms at the hostel are generally praised for their cleanliness, comfort and authentic décor with private rooms and cozy beds contributing to a restful stay. However, occasional issues such as small dorm sizes, dampness and inconsistent bathroom facilities are noted by some guests. Despite these minor setbacks, the hostel maintains a reputation for cleanliness, supported by diligent cleaning staff who ensure the well-maintained state of the facilities.
The staff at Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel are frequently commended for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness, creating a welcoming and memorable environment. Figures such as Simon, Tarik, Enzo and Benjamin are celebrated for their hospitality, attentiveness and ability to make guests feel at home. Their professionalism and warmth significantly enhance the overall experience.
While the hostel's Wi-Fi service receives a mix of reviews, it is generally adequate for most needs, albeit with room for improvement in consistency and range. The hostel's close proximity to the beach—just a 10-minute walk—allows guests to easily enjoy the seaside, adding to the hostel’s appeal.
Overall, Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel stands out as a cozy, clean and conveniently located accommodation with a friendly atmosphere, excellent dining experiences and well-maintained facilities, making it a great choice for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in Essaouira's charm.
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The hostel’s breakfast experience receives wide acclaim, particularly for the homemade, varied menu enjoyed on the scenic rooftop terrace, which also fosters an interactive and social environment. The family dinners hosted by Tarik on the rooftop are frequently highlighted with many guests considering the meals to be among the best they've had in Morocco. The hostel's cooking classes further enhance its warm, communal atmosphere.
Rooms at the hostel are generally praised for their cleanliness, comfort and authentic décor with private rooms and cozy beds contributing to a restful stay. However, occasional issues such as small dorm sizes, dampness and inconsistent bathroom facilities are noted by some guests. Despite these minor setbacks, the hostel maintains a reputation for cleanliness, supported by diligent cleaning staff who ensure the well-maintained state of the facilities.
The staff at Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel are frequently commended for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness, creating a welcoming and memorable environment. Figures such as Simon, Tarik, Enzo and Benjamin are celebrated for their hospitality, attentiveness and ability to make guests feel at home. Their professionalism and warmth significantly enhance the overall experience.
While the hostel's Wi-Fi service receives a mix of reviews, it is generally adequate for most needs, albeit with room for improvement in consistency and range. The hostel's close proximity to the beach—just a 10-minute walk—allows guests to easily enjoy the seaside, adding to the hostel’s appeal.
Overall, Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel stands out as a cozy, clean and conveniently located accommodation with a friendly atmosphere, excellent dining experiences and well-maintained facilities, making it a great choice for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in Essaouira's charm.
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Situated in the heart of Essaouira's Medina, Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel boasts an ideal location for exploring the city. This centrally located hostel offers easy access to the maze of alleys, old neighborhoods and nearby attractions like the port, beach, markets and a variety of restaurants. The setting is both convenient and pleasant, providing a quiet and harmonious atmosphere in the midst of the lively Medina, ensuring a good night's rest away from the street noise.
Well-maintained and tidy, the hostel’s location is perfect for experiencing authentic Essaouira. Guests have praised the proximity to tourist spots and the short walking distance to the beach and central areas. The great rooftop terrace, along with the cozy ambiance and friendly staff, adds to the overall appeal. Whether you're in the center of the action or in a quieter side street, Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel’s prime spot is both strategic and enjoyable for travelers looking to dive deep into the essence of Essaouira.
Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel is praised for its delightful breakfast experience, highlighted by magical mornings on the rooftop terrace. It offers a varied and customizable homemade breakfast that guests find delicious and well worth the extra cost of 20 Moroccan dirhams. The terrace not only provides a perfect setting for enjoying breakfast but also serves as a wonderful space to meet and communicate with fellow travelers. Additionally, the hostel offers cooking classes, further enhancing the communal and interactive atmosphere. Despite a few minor criticisms, the overall consensus is that the breakfast is generous, excellent and enhances the social experience of staying at the hostel.
Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel offers a memorable dining experience with its charming rooftop terrace that provides a cozy atmosphere complete with games and books. The highlight of the hostel is undoubtedly the exceptional cuisine with many guests noting it to surpass most local restaurants. Tarek's magnificent cooking skills shine through in the family dinners hosted on the beautiful rooftop, where guests have described enjoying the best food they've had in Essaouira, including arguably the best tagine in Morocco. The hostel also offers excellent cooking classes, providing a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills and participate in preparing meals. With the added benefits of kitchen access on the premises, either on the rooftop terrace or inside the hostel, guests savor both the culinary expertise offered and the value-for-money aspect of their stay.
Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel offers a range of rooms that generally receive positive feedback from guests. Most reviews highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms with many describing them as cozy, spacious and providing a pleasant atmosphere. Private rooms are often noted for their cleanliness and beautiful, authentic decor. The beds are consistently mentioned as comfortable, contributing to a good night's sleep. Guests appreciate the hostel's convenient location, which makes it easy to explore the surrounding area.
While the rooms are typically described as clean and well-maintained, some reviews point out that certain rooms, particularly dorm rooms, can be quite small. There are also mentions of functional issues, such as dampness and occasional problems with bathroom facilities, including showers that flood and inconsistent hot water. Despite these occasional drawbacks, the overall impression is that the hostel is a cozy and welcoming place to stay, offering a good balance of comfort and convenience for its price range.
'Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel' offers a mixed experience when it comes to the beds. Many guests found the beds to be very comfortable and super comfy, contributing to a pleasant sleep experience. Several reviewers appreciated the comfortable mattresses and warm blankets, highlighting the cozy nature of the bedding.
However, opinions were divided with some guests describing the beds as hard and uncomfortable, even likening the mattresses to concrete. A few reviews pointed out specific issues such as missing slats, wobbly frames and noise on movement, which detracted from sleep quality. Cleanliness of the bedding was also a concern for some, mentioning torn sheets and unclean blankets.
Despite these mixed reviews on the beds, the overall room comfort and cleanliness were praised and the hostel's beautiful rooms at reasonable prices were positively noted. For those considering a stay, it seems that while many have enjoyed a comfortable night's sleep, others suggest room for improvement in bed quality and maintenance.
Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel is frequently praised for its impeccable cleanliness. Guests have consistently noted clean rooms, bathrooms and facilities, often mentioning their comfort and well-maintained state. The hostel is described as super clean, tidy and welcoming. The cleaning staff is diligent with an almost constant presence ensuring the upkeep of the establishment. Despite some isolated concerns about the common areas, particularly stairs and the communal kitchen, overall cleanliness remains a standout feature.
Guests appreciated the comfortable and spotless accommodations, which contributed to an enjoyable stay. The hostel's accessibility, friendly atmosphere and cleanliness were key highlights for many visitors. Although there were occasional issues with dampness and insufficient kitchen utensils, the management's responsiveness, such as moving guests to better rooms, further enhanced their experience.
In summary, while minor issues exist, this hostel generally excels in cleanliness and offers a friendly, tidy and reliable environment for travelers.
The staff at Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel consistently receive high praise from guests for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness. Many reviews highlight the warm welcome provided by the team, including the manager Simon, who is described as the soul of the hostel, always kind and attentive. Volunteers like Enzo and Benjamin, as well as hosts like Tarik and Majid, are frequently mentioned for their kindness, hospitality and ability to make guests feel at home. Tarik, in particular, stands out for his exceptional hosting skills and his cooking prowess, making him a favorite among visitors. Guests often note the positive atmosphere created by the staff, making their stay not only enjoyable but memorable. The overall staff professionalism, warm hospitality and readiness to assist with any needs contribute significantly to the comfortable and welcoming environment of the hostel.
The Wi-Fi at Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel receives mixed reviews from guests. On the positive side, several guests found the Wi-Fi to be fast and reliable, making it suitable for work and general internet usage. In particular, the connection was noted to improve during longer stays and even worked well on the rooftop, providing a pleasant experience for those enjoying the outdoor space.
However, there are areas where the Wi-Fi could be better. Guests reported that the internet did not work in some rooms, especially on the third floor and that connectivity issues were a recurring problem. Slow or unstable Wi-Fi was mentioned several times with some guests experiencing very poor signal strength. Despite these drawbacks, the overall feedback on the internet service is that it is generally adequate for the average user, even though there is considerable room for improvement to ensure consistent access throughout the entire hostel.
Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel is ideally situated just a short 10-minute walk from the nearby beach, making it perfect for exploring both the city and the seaside. The hostel’s central location, right in the heart of the Old Medina, allows easy access to the main streets and local attractions. Guests appreciated the shared terrace offering city views, where one can also enjoy the sunrise. Though a few mentioned that it can get extremely windy and occasionally cold and there was an issue with the shower being cold for a few days, these minor inconveniences didn't overshadow the overall positive experience. The beach and sea received favorable mentions, adding to the charm of this well-located and nice hostel.
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Well-maintained and tidy, the hostel’s location is perfect for experiencing authentic Essaouira. Guests have praised the proximity to tourist spots and the short walking distance to the beach and central areas. The great rooftop terrace, along with the cozy ambiance and friendly staff, adds to the overall appeal. Whether you're in the center of the action or in a quieter side street, Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel’s prime spot is both strategic and enjoyable for travelers looking to dive deep into the essence of Essaouira.
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Dinner
Rooms
While the rooms are typically described as clean and well-maintained, some reviews point out that certain rooms, particularly dorm rooms, can be quite small. There are also mentions of functional issues, such as dampness and occasional problems with bathroom facilities, including showers that flood and inconsistent hot water. Despite these occasional drawbacks, the overall impression is that the hostel is a cozy and welcoming place to stay, offering a good balance of comfort and convenience for its price range.
Beds
However, opinions were divided with some guests describing the beds as hard and uncomfortable, even likening the mattresses to concrete. A few reviews pointed out specific issues such as missing slats, wobbly frames and noise on movement, which detracted from sleep quality. Cleanliness of the bedding was also a concern for some, mentioning torn sheets and unclean blankets.
Despite these mixed reviews on the beds, the overall room comfort and cleanliness were praised and the hostel's beautiful rooms at reasonable prices were positively noted. For those considering a stay, it seems that while many have enjoyed a comfortable night's sleep, others suggest room for improvement in bed quality and maintenance.
Cleanliness
Guests appreciated the comfortable and spotless accommodations, which contributed to an enjoyable stay. The hostel's accessibility, friendly atmosphere and cleanliness were key highlights for many visitors. Although there were occasional issues with dampness and insufficient kitchen utensils, the management's responsiveness, such as moving guests to better rooms, further enhanced their experience.
In summary, while minor issues exist, this hostel generally excels in cleanliness and offers a friendly, tidy and reliable environment for travelers.
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Wi-Fi
However, there are areas where the Wi-Fi could be better. Guests reported that the internet did not work in some rooms, especially on the third floor and that connectivity issues were a recurring problem. Slow or unstable Wi-Fi was mentioned several times with some guests experiencing very poor signal strength. Despite these drawbacks, the overall feedback on the internet service is that it is generally adequate for the average user, even though there is considerable room for improvement to ensure consistent access throughout the entire hostel.
Beach
No, Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel.
Yes, Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel.
No, Essaouira Youth Hostel & Social Travel doesn't have a gym.
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