Villa Gonatouki, Essaouira

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!

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!!! :)

It felt like having your own villa due to the size of the house- my young adult daughters also found it amazing

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.

Bruno has and amazing Villa and was an amazing host. Best hospitality in Morocco.

Très très beau Riad. Un peu difficile à trouver mais il faut persister. Le personnel est très accueillant et le propriétaire très affable. L'architecture est unique. Nous avons ADORÉ notre séjour.

Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in der Villa Gonatouki. Bruno und sein Team machten unseren Urlaub zu etwas ganz besonderem, wir mussten uns um nichts kümmern, fühlten uns eigentlich wie in einer Privat Villa. Die Villa ist wunderschön ausgestattet, die Atmosphäre ist sehr entspannt, wir haben uns immer sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Außenanlage ist sehr schön und gepflegt, dass Essen, das man spontan ordern kann, war immer sehr fein, authentisch und preislich fair. Bruno ist sehr hilfsbereit, hat viele sehr interessante Infos und Geschichten. Ich kann das alles gar nicht aufzählen, alles in allem hatten wir einen außergwöhnlich entspannten Aufenthalt. Unvergesslich, herzlichen Dank dafür!