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Villa Gonatouki: Traveler Reviews

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Km 8 Route d'Agadir | El Ghazoua, 44000, Ghazoua, Essaouira, Morocco
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Toronto, Canada
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“Spectacular house with an enthusiastic host”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2013

This is the most beautiful B&B house we've ever stayed in. Bruno and his architect did a superb job in creating a sense of luxury using traditional Moroccan architecture with a modern, airy, touch. Our room was large and very comfortable. Bruno was warm, helpful and inviting, and we enjoyed listening to his stories. His passion for the place, the house and for meeting and hosting people clearly come through and enrich the experience of the visit. Unlike hosts in many of the other B&Bs in Morocco, he speaks excellent English.
It is difficult to find the place on your own (requiring navigation through unmarked dirt roads), so call Bruno in advance to get help getting there.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bruno E, Propriétaire at Villa Gonatouki, responded to this review
January 17, 2013
Thank you very much for your review. It was very nice to meet you even it was too short. The evening we spent together was very interesting. That's exactly why I like to accommodate guests. I hope your travel back was good. Anyway I have an excellent adress in Toronto now and I am sure we'll see us again.
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Rijen
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“Our beautiful wedding at Gonatouki”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

We rented the villa for the weekend to celebrate our wedding. It was truly one of the best experiences in our lives. All of our friends and family in one beautiful villa. Brigitte is a very nice and generous hostess, the staff at the villa were fun and friendly. The food they cooked awesome. On our wedding day Brigitte arranged a camel ride on the beach which was a great experience. In the afternoon we had the ceremony at the terrace with the sunset in the background. Some nibbles and drinks followed by another great dinner with traditional mechoui. Brigitte put some rose peddles and hart-shaped candles on beautifully decorated table. It was perfect. The villa is so beautiful, we got some great wedding shots as well!

All our guests loved their stay at Gonatouki. We had a few babies and small children and the hotel catered for them really well. It is the perfect place for an intimate party or celebration. Plenty of space to get together and socialise and still very private too due to the many private terraces. The rooms and bathrooms looked the part. Again, I would strongly recommend the villa to everyone and look forward to going back some day (soon).

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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swindon
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“Just what the Dr ordered!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013

We spent 4 wonderful nights here over Christmas, the house is very peaceful and relaxing. Bruno is an excellant host and his staff are amazing. The food is excellant, the best we had in Morocco. We would certainly recommend Villa Gonatouki, stay here to recharge your batteries!

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bruno E, Propriétaire at Villa Gonatouki, responded to this review
January 4, 2013
Yes it's quiet and we are happy you enjoyed your stay. That's nice in winter to stay under the sun, looking at the sea and hearing some animals. And do you know what? It will take only a few hours from London because in March we will have a new flight London Essaouira. I had the information today. I'm happy for English people who will discover this magical place. I hope the end of your stay in Morocco was nice too and that the therapy was effective!
Kind regards
Bruno
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california
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“Amazing....that's all we can say!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2012

This palace of a place exceeded our expectations in all ways. The owner Bruno is so kind and loves to share his part of the world. All the staff are also wonderful. I had an excellent massage on site. Food delicious.....we're glad we chose to stay here for so many reasons...one of which is that being outside of the city we had a chance to experience a more local feeling vista wise. The sky at night is filled with stars and the sounds are only those of a braying donkey or rooster. Bruno took us to the Sunday local meat and veg market. Not something you would see most places. There's something very special here!!!! Loved it all!!! Thank you Bruno for your kind heart! A la prochaine!

Room Tip: We stayed in suite but all rooms are marvelous!
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bruno E, Propriétaire at Villa Gonatouki, responded to this review
January 4, 2013
The team and I hope that "la prochaine" will be soon. It was so nice to accomodate you and your family. You're right there is something special here and every guest let us something of his heart. I'll remember of our conversation in the patio. When i'll go with Brigitte in California, sure i'll phone you before.
All the best and kisses
Bruno
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London, United Kingdom
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Not so much a villa, more a mini palace”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2012

Our travels in Morocco have taken us to 3 hotels, 2 riads and now this villa. Not so much a villa, more a mini palace. This is the place to die for, really. We have just spent Xmas there. Loved every moment of it. Bruno, his family and staff are all so welcoming and helpful. My wife enjoyed her massage, particularly as it was half the London price!

The food is also delightful. We had non traditional Xmas meal ( no turkey - yippee), which started with pate de fois gras - the French don't have the hang-up that is now prevalent in the UK press - sardines with lentils, followed by two tagines, one meat and one vegetable, gratin dauphinoise, and then finished of with apple clafoutis. Beats turkey and sprouts any time.

Room Tip: Ours was a brilliant suite with tasteful Moroccan decoration, and two others that we saw looked equa...
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bruno E, Propriétaire at Villa Gonatouki, responded to this review
January 4, 2013
Thank you very much for your friendly review, Mike. I was very happy to meet Ruth and you. I like your humour and you give us a lot of smiles. Samira was very proud when I red the review about the food.
You told me that you'll come again in 3 years. That's too long but better than never. We'll wait for you and we'll stay in touch!
Kind regards
Bruno
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Address: Km 8 Route d'Agadir | El Ghazoua, 44000, Ghazoua, Essaouira, Morocco
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Region: Morocco > Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region > Essaouira > Ghazoua
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Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
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Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Ghazoua
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Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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A wonderful and peaceful place with a sea view, Gonatouki is located at roughly 10km from the beach.With its 10 bedrooms and suites you will be enchanted by the villa, its architecture and its 2 swimming pools (one with a kids' pool).A place you will never forget!!! ... more   less 
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