El Zapillo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Almeria Cathedral

Almeria Cathedral

Almeria Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Almeria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Almeria Cathedral
Alcazaba

Alcazaba

Explore the three walled enclosures of this 1,000-year-old fortress, one of the largest citadels built by the Arabs in Spain.

Alcazaba
Apolo Theatre

Apolo Theatre

Reserve a seat for an evening of culture at a small provincial theater that is more than 130 years old.

Apolo Theatre

Playa de San Miguel

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de San Miguel during your trip to Almeria?

Playa de San Miguel

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.

El Toyo Beach

Playa de El Zapillo

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de El Zapillo during your trip to Almeria? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Playa de El Zapillo

Activities

Almeria: Alcazaba Guided Tour

Almeria: Alcazaba Guided Tour

AU$29
per adult
Almeria: Alcazaba Guided Tour
From Garrucha: Mojácar, Vera, and Carboneras Boat Cruise

From Garrucha: Mojácar, Vera Boat Cruise Guide Tour

AU$123
per adult
From Garrucha: Mojácar, Vera Boat Cruise Guide Tour
Tour en velero por el Cabo de Gata

Carboneras: Cabo de Gata Caves and Los Muertos Sailing Tour

AU$159
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Carboneras: Cabo de Gata Caves and Los Muertos Sailing Tour
Cabo de Gata Natural Park: Sunset Sailing Tour with Cava

Cabo de Gata Natural Park: Sunset Sailing Tour with Cava

AU$141
per adult
Cabo de Gata Natural Park: Sunset Sailing Tour with Cava
Almería: Legends and Mysteries Evening Walking Tour

Almería: Legends and Mysteries Evening Walking Tour

AU$21
per adult
Almería: Legends and Mysteries Evening Walking Tour
Almería: Cathedral Entry Ticket

Almería: Cathedral Entry Ticket

AU$12
per adult
Almería: Cathedral Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best El Zapillo Hotel Deals

Beach Front Triplex Townhouse - Ideal for family with children

Beach Front Triplex Townhouse - Ideal for family with children

Almería
Stay at this apartment in Almeria. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Playa de El Zapillo and Playa de la Térmica are located ...
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Beach Front Triplex Townhouse - Ideal for family with children
Hotel Vértice Índalo Almería

Hotel Vértice Índalo Almería

4 out of 5
Avda. Mediterraneo, 310, Almeria, Almeria
The price is AU$110 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$110
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Almeria. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (378 reviews)
Friendly staff and nice relaxed hotel.
"Nice clean room, lovely front desk service, good food in a restaurant if you didn’t wanna go out, good fresh buffet breakfast, good Internet speed with the free Internet, air conditioning was quiet and set on low kept the room a nice temperature.. All in all a great stay. How do you think I would ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Hotel Vértice Índalo Almería
Hotel Bahia Serena

Hotel Bahia Serena

4 out of 5
Avenida Playa Serena 67, Urbanización Playa Serena, Roquetas de Mar, Almeria
The price is AU$128 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$128
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Roquetas de Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Playa Serena Golf Course and Playa ...
8/10 Very Good! (221 reviews)
Great hotel at the beach
"Great pool, clean room, excellent front staff and location is great."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Hotel Bahia Serena
Avenida Hotel Almería

Avenida Hotel Almería

4 out of 5
Avenida del Mediterráneo, 281, Almeria, Almería
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$113 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$113
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Almeria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (617 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Avenida Hotel Almería
Hotel Best Roquetas

Hotel Best Roquetas

4 out of 5
Urbanización Playa Serena, s/n, Roquetas de Mar, Almería
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Roquetas de Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa Serena Golf Course and Playa ...
8/10 Very Good! (123 reviews)
"1 night stay perfect for our needs right on the beach front. Breakfast good hotel facilities good. Place a little dated. Would i stay again yes as the location is good"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

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Hotel Best Roquetas
Cabogata Beach Hotel

Cabogata Beach Hotel

5 out of 5
Avenida de Juegos de Casablanca, s/n, Retamar, Almeria, Almeria
The price is AU$229 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$229
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Almeria. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
"incredible place, nice pool area, and fantastic breakfast"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Cabogata Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around El Zapillo

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Nueva Andalucía

If you're spending some time in Nueva Andalucía, Almeria Archaelogical Museum and Almeria Center Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Nueva Andalucía
Almeria

Almería Centro

Travellers come to Almería Centro for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Alcazaba and Plaza De Toros Almeria while you're in town.

Almería Centro
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Centro Histórico Almería

While visiting Centro Histórico Almería, you might make a stop by sights like Alcazaba and Arab Cisterns Jairan.

Centro Histórico Almería
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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.

Torre Cárdenas
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Retamar

3/5(1 area review)

Retamar is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alboran Golf and El Toyo Beach.

Retamar

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