Hotels in Almería
Almería is the Andalusian capital of Spain's driest, sunniest province, wedged between the Sierra de Gádor and the Mediterranean at the edge of the Cabo de Gata volcanic coast. A tenth-century Moorish citadel and a fortress-cathedral anchor the old town, while the Tabernas desert and the protected coves of Cabo de Gata sit within a short drive.
Almería sits on Spain's southeastern Mediterranean shore, where Andalusia's driest province meets the sea beneath the Alcazaba, the largest Moorish citadel still standing outside Granada. Travellers staying here find a compact old town built around a fortress-cathedral raised against Berber pirate raids, a working fishing port, and the whitewashed cave quarter of La Chanca climbing the hillside above it. The city works as a base for the volcanic coves of Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park to the east and the spaghetti-western film sets of the Tabernas desert inland, both under 30 minutes away. Hotels cluster around the historic centre, the Paseo de Almería shopping spine, and the beach suburbs of Aguadulce and El Toyo.
Almería in numbers
City BreakHome Suites Almeria
City BreakHO. Aguadulce By Olivencia
City BreakHO. Paseo de Almería 9 By Olivencia
City BreakB&B HOTEL Almería Vícar
Spa & WellnessMoon Hotel & SPA
City BreakSercotel Avenida Almería
BeachfrontBarceló Cabo de Gata
City BreakElba Almería Business & Convention Hotel
City BreakLa Pita Guesthouse
Historic & PalaceHotel Catedral Almería
City BreakEXPOHOLIDAYS- Apartments Paseo Maritimo
Spa & WellnessAIRE Hotel & Ancient Bath ALMERÍA
Spa & WellnessHotel Nuevo Torreluz Almeria
City BreakLimehome Almeria C. Hernan Cortes
Vineyard & WineHotel Costasol
City BreakHotel Gran Fama
Spa & WellnessCabogata Beach Hotel
City BreakAparthotel Aguadulce
Spa & WellnessHotel Envía Almería Spa & Golf
City BreakExe Almería Centro
Spa & WellnessHotel Balneario Sierra Alhamilla
City BreakHostal Maribel Almería
City BreakHotel Vértice Indalo Almería
BeachfrontCabogata Jardín Hotel & Spa
Vineyard & WineGran Hotel Almería
City BreakCrisol Almería
Spa & WellnessBalneario San Nicolas
All InclusiveMirador del Cabo Hotel
City BreakHotel Sol Almería
City BreakLa Perla
City BreakHotel Sevilla
City BreakHotel Mirablau
City BreakCasa en Cabo de Gata
City BreakB & BUTIK Almeria Centro
What to expect
- Old town near the Alcazaba and cathedral for walking to the Refugios de Guerra Civil tunnels and Mercado Central
- Aguadulce and El Toyo for beachfront hotels with a tram or short drive into the centre
- Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park a 25-30 minute drive for volcanic coves and protected beaches
- Almería Airport (LEI) about 9 km from the centre, a 15-25 minute taxi ride
- Best visited spring or autumn, when the desert heat of July-August eases
- Mix of city-break hotels downtown and resort-style stays along the Aguadulce shoreline
Local tips
- ✓Base yourself near the Alcazaba or Paseo de Almería if you want to walk everywhere without a car
- ✓Choose Aguadulce or El Toyo for a beach stay with a tram link back into the centre
- ✓Rent a car for Cabo de Gata and the Tabernas desert, both are awkward without one
- ✓Visit outside July-August unless you specifically want peak heat, spring and autumn stay milder
- ✓Check whether breakfast and parking are included separately, several city-centre hotels charge extra for both
Where to stay
FAQ
Which neighborhoods are best for staying in Almería?
The old town around the Alcazaba and cathedral suits travellers who want to walk to sights and restaurants, while Aguadulce and El Toyo suit a beach-first stay with a tram or short drive into the centre.
What types of accommodation are available in Almería?
The city has city-centre business and boutique hotels, beach resorts in Aguadulce, budget guesthouses near the cathedral, and spa hotels built around the region's Moorish bathing tradition.
When is the best time to visit Almería?
Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) bring warm, dry weather without the peak-summer heat that can push past 35°C in the Tabernas desert nearby.
Where should I stay in Almería without a car?
Base yourself in the old town or along Paseo de Almería, where the Alcazaba, cathedral, Mercado Central and the port are all within walking distance.