The Best Hotels in Cabo de Gata

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Cabo de Gata. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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Real Agua Amarga La Joya - Adults Only

Rated 9.5 in 346 reviews

Located in the spectacular Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, 1 km from Agua Amarga, Real Agua Amarga La Joya is an… See more

Located in the spectacular Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, 1 km from Agua Amarga, Real Agua Amarga La Joya is an adults-only hotel featuring a heated outdoor pool and panoramic views.

Each spacious suite has a private terrace with sun beds and sea views, as well as air conditioning, a seating area, free WiFi and satellite TV with DVD player. The bathroom includes a spa bath, bathrobe and free toiletries. Some suites include a private hot tub.

Breakfast is served on La Joya's pool-side terrace, featuring views of the sea and Viruegas Valley. At dinner you can enjoy Mediterranean and international fusion cuisine, with fresh local ingredients.

There is an outdoor hot tub, and a range of massages and beauty treatments are available. La Joya also has a bright spacious meeting room.

Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve is popular for hiking, cycling and fishing. The coastal town of Carboneras is a 15-minute drive away, while Almeria and Roquetas de Mar are within 75 km of the property.

Rooms from $192

Cortijo La Loma By Olivencia

Farm stay

Rated 9.3 in 523 reviews

Situated within 1.1 km of Playa del Penon Blanco and 2 km of Del Arco Beach, Cortijo La Loma By Olivencia features rooms… See more

Situated within 1.1 km of Playa del Penon Blanco and 2 km of Del Arco Beach, Cortijo La Loma By Olivencia features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in La Isleta del Moro. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The farm stay offers mountain views and a sun terrace.

At the farm stay, each unit includes a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units have a private entrance. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available. At the farm stay, the modern restaurant is open for dinner and cocktails and specialises in local cuisine.

Cortijo La Loma By Olivencia also provides an outdoor swimming pool and a solarium for guests to relax in. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance. Guests can also relax in the garden.

Museum of Almeria is 42 km from the accommodation, while Andalusian Center of Photography is 43 km from the property. Almeria Airport is 32 km away.

Rooms from $97

Cortijo Los Malenos

Rated 9.3 in 276 reviews

Located within the Cabo de Gata nature park, this typical rural hotel provides a charming and peaceful setting for your… See more

Located within the Cabo de Gata nature park, this typical rural hotel provides a charming and peaceful setting for your relaxing break in the sun.

Cortijo Los Malenos Relais is surrounded by an estate of over 70,000 m² of tranquil Andalusian countryside. Its whitewashed buildings are all built in the traditional style, designed to protect them from the heat and wind. Cool yourself off from the warm southern sunshine with a dip in the hotel’s outdoor swimming pool.

All rooms are built around 3 courtyards with fountains, giving you a taste of traditional Spain. Each one opens onto a terrace, and features central heating powered by solar panels.

Cortijo Los Malenos Relais provides a breakfast service each morning. Evening meals are available, subject to request at breakfast time.

Cortijo Los Malenos Relais is found just outside the village of Agua Amarga, just 4 km from the Mediterranean Sea.

Rooms from $150

Real Agua Amarga Las Villas

Rated 9.5 in 117 reviews

Offering an outdoor pool, Real Agua Amarga Las Villas is located in Agua Amarga. Free WiFi access is available. Each… See more

Offering an outdoor pool, Real Agua Amarga Las Villas is located in Agua Amarga. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony. There is a full kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave. Featuring a bath or shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. You can enjoy pool view from the room.

At Real Agua Amarga Las Villas you will find a garden and a terrace. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, horse riding and fishing. The property offers free parking.

Rooms from $492

EQUILICUÁ

Rated 9.7 in 95 reviews

Situated in Agua Amarga, 1.1 km from Agua Amarga Beach, EQUILICUÁ features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool… See more

Situated in Agua Amarga, 1.1 km from Agua Amarga Beach, EQUILICUÁ features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a shower.

Guests at EQUILICUÁ can enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Cala Los Mendrugos Beach is 2.3 km from the accommodation, while Cala Arena Beach is 2.4 km from the property. Almeria Airport is 53 km away.

Rooms from $132

HOTEL ALOVE

Rated 9.0 in 425 reviews

Located in San José, 200 metres from San Jose Beach, HOTEL ALOVE provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming… See more

Located in San José, 200 metres from San Jose Beach, HOTEL ALOVE provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar.

The hotel offers a buffet or gluten-free breakfast.

Playa de los Genoveses is 2.2 km from HOTEL ALOVE, while Museum of Almeria is 39 km away. Almeria Airport is 29 km from the property.

Rooms from $89

Hotel Spa Calagrande Cabo de Gata

Rated 8.7 in 1339 reviews

This stylish spa hotel is located within the beautiful Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park. The beach is located only 150… See more

This stylish spa hotel is located within the beautiful Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park. The beach is located only 150 meters away. The Hotel Spa Calagrande offers an outdoor pool, and a hot tub with views of Cerro Negro Mountain.

All chic rooms at the hotel offer a furnished terrace. Guests can request a sea view. Rooms also include a flat-screen satellite TV, a latex mattress and free Wi-Fi. The villas come with a hot tub.

The Hotel Spa Calagrande Cabo de Gata includes a sauna, a Turkish bath and a heated indoor pool with water jets, all available at an extra cost.

Surrounded by gardens, the restaurant at Spa Calagrande Cabo de Gata serves typical regional meals, as well as fresh Mediterranean fish and pasta specials. Guests can also enjoy drinks on the terrace.

Rooms from $88

Hotel MC San José

Rated 8.9 in 799 reviews

Rooms at the Hotel MC San José offer free WiFi and a plasma-screen TV. The hotel has an outdoor pool, a sauna and a… See more

Rooms at the Hotel MC San José offer free WiFi and a plasma-screen TV. The hotel has an outdoor pool, a sauna and a reading room.

The MC San José offers guests free water in the minibar of all rooms. Rooms also have soundproofing, air conditioning and a safe.

This design hotel is located a short walk from the beach in San José Bay, within the Cabo de Gata-Nijar Protected Natural Area. Private parking is possible on site, subject to an extra charge.

Picnics can be arranged at reception.

Rooms from $73

Cortijo El Sotillo

Rated 8.7 in 1047 reviews

This converted 18th-century farmhouse, set in Almeria’s Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, is 700 metres from San José Beach… See more

This converted 18th-century farmhouse, set in Almeria’s Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, is 700 metres from San José Beach. It offers horse riding facilities, an outdoor pool and tennis court.

Cortijo El Sotillo’s traditional Almerian architecture and distinctive yellow colour blend in with the surrounding landscape.

Decorated in fresh white and green, air-conditioned rooms feature free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a private terrace. There is a safe, minibar and work desk. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and amenities.

The hotel's restaurant serves traditional Mediterranean cuisine and has a range of Spanish and international wines.

You can hire a bicycle at the tour desk, and there is a games room and children’s playground. Free parking is offered and Almeria Airport is 30 km away.

Rooms from $77

Boutique Hotel El Tio Kiko

Rated 9.3 in 643 reviews

Set within Almería’s Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, Tio Kiko is just 150 metres from Agua Amarga Beach. Each elegant… See more

Set within Almería’s Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, Tio Kiko is just 150 metres from Agua Amarga Beach. Each elegant, air-conditioned room includes a private hot tub, TV and a private balcony.

Hotel Tio Kiko offers an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sun terraces and gardens. Massages can be booked at reception.

Guests can enjoy fresh fruits from the region in the varied daily breakfast. The Tio Kiko Hotel also offers free WiFi access.

Free private parking is available at the hotel. Carboneras is within a 15-minute drive and Níjar is just 30 km away. Hotel staff can help guests to plan excursions and book activities, including diving and golf. Almeria Airport is a 30-minute drive.

Rooms from $119

Hotel Senderos

Rated 9.1 in 706 reviews

Set in the beautiful Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, Hotel Senderos is located 3 minutes’ walk from Agua Amarga Beach. It… See more

Set in the beautiful Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, Hotel Senderos is located 3 minutes’ walk from Agua Amarga Beach. It features an indoor swimming pool and a sun terrace.

Air-conditioned rooms feature minimalist décor and offers free WiFi, LED TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms have a terrace.

The hotel offers a communal TV lounge, an outdoor seating area and a tour desk. Hiking is an option in the surrounding area.

Hotel Senderos is 10 km away from Las Carboneras Fishing Port. Free public parking is available in the streets around the hotel.

Rooms from $98

wecamp Cabo de Gata

Rated 8.8 in 1605 reviews

Boasting a garden, bar and views of pool, wecamp Cabo de Gata is set in Las Negras, a few steps from Del Cuervo Cove… See more

Boasting a garden, bar and views of pool, wecamp Cabo de Gata is set in Las Negras, a few steps from Del Cuervo Cove. This beachfront property offers access to table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. The campground offers an outdoor swimming pool with a fence, as well as a public bath and a 24-hour front desk.

Some accommodation includes a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with shower.

The family-friendly restaurant at the campground specialises in Mediterranean cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch.

For guests with children, wecamp Cabo de Gata provides an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and a kids' club. A car rental service is available at the accommodation, while hiking can be enjoyed nearby.

Las Negras Beach is 400 metres from wecamp Cabo de Gata, while Playazo de Rodalquilar is 1.5 km from the property. Almeria Airport is 47 km away.

Rooms from $79

Family Agua Amarga

Rated 9.5 in 399 reviews

Set in the small white-washed fishing village on the Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, Family Agua Amarga offers an outdoor… See more

Set in the small white-washed fishing village on the Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, Family Agua Amarga offers an outdoor swimming pool, solarium and free private parking on site.

Family Agua Amarga boasts rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a kettle. The private bathroom comes with shower and a hairdryer. Some rooms have a small terrace with sea view.

The restaurant inside the property serves traditional Andalusian dishes using products from local farms. Tour desk at reception will also provide more details where shops and supermarkets can be found in a short walk.

Set in a relaxed, natural environment, you can enjoy several outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing and cycling. There are also lots of water sports to choose such as water-skiing, jet-skiing, fishing, diving, and yachting. A sandy beach is 200 metres away.

Rooms from $101

Finca Maltes San José

Rated 9.1 in 524 reviews

Set in El Pozo de los Frailes, within 32 km of Museum of Almeria and 33 km of Andalusian Center of Photography, Finca… See more

Set in El Pozo de los Frailes, within 32 km of Museum of Almeria and 33 km of Andalusian Center of Photography, Finca Maltes San José offers accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 35 km from Port of Almeria, 42 km from Almeria Air Raid Shelters and 42 km from Almeria Cathedral. The property has an outdoor pool and is located 34 km from Alcazaba of Almeria.

The hotel offers a buffet or gluten-free breakfast.

Almeria Airport is 22 km from the property.

Rooms from $79

Doña Pakyta

Rated 8.5 in 1075 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Doña Pakyta offers 4-star accommodation in San José and features a garden, shared lounge and… See more

Facing the beachfront, Doña Pakyta offers 4-star accommodation in San José and features a garden, shared lounge and terrace. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 400 metres from San Jose Beach and around 1.9 km from Playa de los Genoveses. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At Doña Pakyta you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around San José, like hiking and cycling.

Museum of Almeria is 39 km from Doña Pakyta, while Andalusian Center of Photography is 40 km away. Almeria Airport is 29 km from the property.

Rooms from $62