El Zapillo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Almeria Cathedral
Almeria Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Paseo de Almeria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Alcazaba
Explore the three walled enclosures of this 1,000-year-old fortress, one of the largest citadels built by the Arabs in Spain.
Almeria Air Raid Shelters
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Almeria Air Raid Shelters during your trip to Paseo de Almeria. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Apolo Theatre
Reserve a seat for an evening of culture at a small provincial theater that is more than 130 years old.
Playa de San Miguel
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de San Miguel during your trip to Almeria?
El Toyo Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at El Toyo Beach during your travels in Retamar? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Activities
Carboneras: Cabo de Gata Caves and Los Muertos Sailing Tour
From Garrucha: Mojácar, Vera Boat Cruise Guide Tour
Cabo de Gata Natural Park: Sunset Sailing Tour with Cava
Almería: Legends and Mysteries Evening Walking Tour
OleoAlmanzora: Guided tour + Masterclass of EVOO tasting Eng
Our pick of the best El Zapillo Hotel Deals
CT 381 - Faro's Playa Zapillo - Almeria
Location was excellent, just where we wanted, only a couple of minutes from the beach and good amenities close by. Apartment was fine, clean, good value. Beds were very hard, and unfortunately it was the noisiest place I have EVER stayed in (and I used to live above a nightclub!). We could hear every ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Apartment 'Bilbao 22 Comodo' with Sea View and Air Conditioning
Ohtels Cabogata
Good priced hotel’with pool and dining options’friendly staff
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hotel Vértice Índalo Almería
Hotel fine though some of the breakfast items were cold. Room very clean. Location a bit non descript
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Barceló Cabo de Gata
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Ohtels Gran Hotel Almería
Outstanding staff, great breakfast and a awesome location. Close to everything. Beautiful location.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Zapillo
Nueva Andalucía
If you're spending some time in Nueva Andalucía, Almeria Archaelogical Museum and Almeria Center Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Almería Centro
Travellers come to Almería Centro for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Alcazaba and Almeria Air Raid Shelters while you're in town.
Centro Histórico Almería
While visiting Centro Histórico Almería, you might make a stop by sights like Alcazaba and Almeria Air Raid Shelters.
Torre Cárdenas
Though Torre Cárdenas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza De Toros Almeria and Pena Flamenco El Morato.
Retamar
Retamar is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alboran Golf and Plaza del Mar.
