This establishment basks in the ambiance of the Berber culture and features beautiful carpets throughout the rooms of the hotel, as well as splendid views of the sea and the Medina. The ceilings feature thuya woods, and there are beautiful salons, and a sunny terrace over the Atlantic Sea. Everything has been made with clients' comfort in mind. Facilities available to guests at this historic city hotel include 24-hour reception and check-out services, a hotel safe and currency exchange facilities. Further amenities include a café and a hairdressing salon, as well as a TV lounge, restaurant and WLAN Internet access. Room and laundry services are available for a fee and bikes are available for hire (fees apply).

This hotel is located at the far end of the Medina, in the Sandillon district, which is named after the builder of Essaouira's first windmill. It is next to the Squalla and the castle walls of Essaouira and is the only riad in Morocco which is on the oceanfront. Restaurants and shopping venues are in the hotel's close proximity, and the beach is a 15-minute walk from the hotel.

Traditional dishes are proposed in the Moroccan dining room. The "Lobster Pot" on the terrace sea view offers specialities of fish and seafood. A menu room service is available for full menu and a 24 hour snack service.