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ALEGRIA Cabo de Gata Aquafun
C/ Juegos de Argel s/n, Retamar
7.9
2483 reviews
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This deal includes
- Hotel ALEGRIA Cabo de Gata Aquafun 4* located in El Toyo-Retamar (Almeria).
- Available with Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board or in All-Inclusive (booking 3 nights or more).
- Available in standard room or with partial ocean view.
Travel Dates: until September 18, 2026.
Your perfect stay
ALEGRIA Cabo de Gata Aquafun: sunshine, relaxation and effortless escapes in Almería
ALEGRIA Cabo de Gata Aquafun is the perfect choice for a carefree Mediterranean getaway. With its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, it’s made for travellers looking to unwind while enjoying excellent value.
The hotel boasts large outdoor pools, sunny terraces and charming garden areas, ideal for soaking up the Andalusian sunshine. Its buffet restaurant offers a wide variety of options, while daily entertainment brings fun for all ages.
Located in Retamar, just a short stroll from the beach and close to the breathtaking Cabo de Gata Natural Park, it combines tranquillity with easy access to local attractions and services.
Guests often praise the spacious facilities, impeccable cleanliness and friendly staff, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Let the sunshine set the rhythm… and turn your next escape into something truly unforgettable.
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This deal has 2 types of rooms.
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During the booking process, you can choose between:
- Standard: the most affordable option
- Partial sea view: these are rooms overlooking the pool and facing the sea. Please note that the orientation of each room may vary and, therefore, the sea view may be more or less reduced.
IMPORTANT: on the hotel's website or other online portals, this room is marketed as "sea view room". They are really the same rooms, but we prefer to name them as such to avoid misunderstandings.
Meals & more
Full Board at the hotel: how meals are organised
If you book your stay with Full Board, please note the order of the meals included, so you can plan your stay with complete peace of mind.
- Your stay will begin with lunch on the day of arrival.
- Your stay will end with breakfast on the day of departure.
The hotel specifies that this order cannot be changed, as restaurant capacity is carefully managed to ensure smooth service for all guests.
- Good to know: This only applies to the restaurant service. Please check the key collection and check-out times to organise your stay comfortably.
You can book your ALL-INCLUSIVE stay for a minimum of 2 nights through August 2. For stays beginning on or after August 3, a minimum stay of 3 nights is required
- Want to see what’s included? Click here!
Key info you should have
Travelling in a group? We make it easy for you
Planning a group holiday? Here’s what you need to know. This accommodation does not accept bookings for more than 8 people. We’ve got you covered!
Get in touch with us through Contact Us and tell us what kind of trip you’re organizing. We’ll guide you step by step to secure your booking the right way, so you can enjoy your holiday without stress or surprises.
Please note: if multiple individual bookings are made with the intention of traveling together, the accommodation may refuse them. Start off right and guarantee your group getaway without complications.
Why this destination is a must-visit
Curiosities of Retamar - El Toyo
Retamar and El Toyo are two areas often mentioned together, yet they reveal distinct personalities. This is one of Almería’s most promising zones, shaped by the fusion of residential tradition and the modern energy of major international events.
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The Mediterranean Games Legacy
El Toyo as you see it today was born from the Almería 2005 Mediterranean Games. The neighborhood was purpose-built to host the Mediterranean Village, welcoming elite athletes from around the world. Many of today’s upscale residential complexes were once home to sporting champions — a legacy that still defines its character. -
A “Garden City” Concept
Unlike the historic center of Almería, El Toyo was designed with a low-density urban vision.-
Green living: Kilometres of bike lanes and wide pedestrian promenades invite you to move freely and enjoy the outdoors.
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Clean skyline: Much of the electricity and telecommunication infrastructure runs underground, creating an uncluttered, modern coastal landscape.
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The Gateway to Cabo de Gata
Retamar stands as the literal entrance to the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park. It is the final urban hub before protected nature begins. Stay in a luxury hotel and, within five minutes by car, reach the untouched beauty of Las Amoladeras — an unbeatable strategic location. -
Alborán Golf Course
El Toyo features an 18-hole, par-72 golf course that has become a regional benchmark. Designed with sustainability in mind, it incorporates native plant species and efficient irrigation systems adapted to Almería’s semi-arid climate. -
The Origins of Retamar
While El Toyo represents 21st-century modernity, Retamar began expanding in the 1960s and 1970s. Initially conceived as a summer retreat for Almería’s affluent families seeking distance from the city’s bustle, it is now fully integrated into the metropolitan landscape. -
A Privileged Microclimate
Thanks to its open bay location and surrounding orography, the area typically enjoys slightly warmer winters than the capital and a constant sea breeze that tempers the summer heat — a natural advantage you can feel year-round.
Cabo de Gata: wild beaches, volcanic landscapes and pure nature
Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is one of Spain’s most unique coastal destinations, where volcanic landscapes meet crystal-clear waters and untouched beaches. Located in Almería, this protected natural park offers a more rugged, authentic Mediterranean experience—perfect if you’re looking to disconnect, explore nature, and enjoy some of the most unspoilt coastline in southern Europe.
Make sure you visit:
- Los Genoveses Beach, one of the most iconic and pristine beaches in the park.
- Cabo de Gata Lighthouse, with dramatic cliffs and panoramic sea views.
- The salt flats (Salinas de Cabo de Gata), where you might spot flamingos.
- San José village, a charming base with great restaurants and a relaxed vibe.
- Monsul Beach, famous for its volcanic rock formations and cinematic scenery.
Beaches we think you’ll like:
- Playa de los Genoveses: wide, wild, and surrounded by dunes.
- Playa de Mónsul: unique volcanic formations and shallow waters.
- Cala de Enmedio: secluded, with striking white rock formations.
- Playa de los Muertos: stunning turquoise waters, though access is steep.
- Cala del Plomo: peaceful and less crowded, ideal for a quiet escape.
Family-friendly activities:
- Easy coastal hikes with breathtaking views and plenty of photo spots.
- Snorkelling in crystal-clear waters full of marine life.
- Boat trips along the coast to discover hidden coves.
- Visiting small fishing villages and enjoying local markets.
- Birdwatching at the salt flats, especially fun for curious kids.
Make sure you try these local delicacies:
- Fresh grilled fish, especially red mullet and sea bass.
- Arroz caldoso (brothy rice dish) with seafood.
- “Gurullos”, a traditional stew with pasta and rabbit or seafood.
- Local tapas with Mediterranean flavours.
- Desserts made with almonds, a staple of the region.
Make the most of your visit and go to...
- Níjar (30 min): known for its artisan crafts and pottery.
- Almería city (40 min): for its Alcazaba fortress and historic centre.
- Tabernas Desert (1h): Europe’s only desert, famous for western film sets.
- Carboneras (30 min): a coastal town with great seafood and beaches.
Information regarding Single Rooms and Family Discounts
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Babies aged 0 to 1: the first one stays FREE sharing bed with two adults.
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This option is only available in double and triple rooms.
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Children aged 2 to 11: they travel at a discount depending on the dates and meals you choose:
- Are you travelling on Bed & Breakfast with Half Board or Full Board basis? The 1st and 2nd child travel with a 50% discount, except if travelling from September 8, which stays FREE.
- Have you selected ALL INCLUSIVE? The 1st stays with a 75% discount, or for 9€ per night depending on the dates of your booking, and the 2nd stays with a 50% discount.
- If you book a room with partial sea view, children will have an additional surcharge of approximately 6 € per night.
- Good to know: Discounts for children apply as long as they sleep in the same room with 2 adults or 2 people paying the adult rate.
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The maximum capacity of the rooms is 4 people:
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Travelling with children? The maximum capacity is 2 adults + 2 children or babies per room.
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Are you all adults? In this case the maximum occupancy is 4 adults per room.
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The accommodation does not admit a 5th place in the same room, whether adult, child or baby.
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- Do you want to book a single room? The surcharge for a single room is approximately 23€ per night per room. It may vary depending on the dates of the holiday and you will see it applied in the final price of your booking.
Pet Policy
This accommodation allows pets with the following conditions:
- Maximum weight: 8 kg/pet
- Price: 10 €/night and pet
- Only one pet per room
- Pets are not allowed in the pool and restaurant areas.
Personally chosen by our travel expert
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Release date: 08/21/2026 at 17:00
What our customers are saying about the accommodation
7.9
Very good
Based on 2483 reviews
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Buffetten waren uitgebreid, show cooking had lekkere gerechten gemaakt door sympathieke koks.
Mooie omgeving !
Heel gehorige kamers (kamer met tussendeur).
Heel erg druk omwille van jeugdgroepen die doorheen het hele hotel ongecontroleerd hun gang gingen en vooral in het restaurant enorm veel lawaai en chaos veroorzaakten.
Restaurant erg ongezellig... 'refter' zou een betere omschrijving zijn.
Very good
El hotel es ideal para los niños, los toboganes de agua es lo que más les ha gustado.
The worst part was the buffet. There was a queue to get in and it was very noisy inside. In general, the food is good but there isn’t much variety. At the weekend it improved a bit, but there are still things that need to improve. Only one person at the grill isn’t enough for so many people. When something ran out, it took a long time for them to restock.
La peor parte el buffet. Cola para entrar y mucho ruido en el interior. En general la comida está buena pero no hay mucha variedad. El fin de semana mejoró algo pero hay cosas que mejorar. Una sola persona en la plancha no da abasto para tantas personas. Cuando faltaba algo tardaban en reponer.
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Very good
Nos encantó la habitación que nos tocó, muy cerca de la piscina de toboganes, era muy cómodo entrar y salir desde la terraza.
Para viajar con niños es estupendo, nos lo pasamos muy bien.
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Fabulous
Algo bien, las habitaciones con el aire acondicionado por poner algo positivo
The food couldn't have been worse. They used the same grill for both fish and meat (so the meat didn't taste like meat, it tasted like fish). All the food was inedible. The leftover meat from lunch would be served in sauce at dinner, and the pizzas were made using leftovers from other meals with all the ingredients mixed together. The swimming pool ruins all your swimsuits (I can only guess the chlorine levels aren't what they're supposed to be), and the slide gets bits of plastic stuck under your nails. We had this happen with my son, and I kept seeing other children with the same issue. The lifeguards didn't care at all—kids were throwing proper balls from the slide even though the pool was full of young children and people, and the lifeguard just ignored it. A nightmare of a hotel; I wouldn’t come back, not even if they gave me three extra nights for free. Some of the entertainers were very nice, but the entertainment itself was terrible.
Peor comida imposible, la misma plancha para hacer el pescado y la carne ( lo cual la carne no tenía su sabor , sabía a pescado ) toda la comida incomible, la carne que sobraba al mediodía por la noche la tenías en salsa, las pizzas las hacían con los restos de las comidas y mezclaban todos los ingredientes. La piscina te estropea todos los bañadores ( lo que deduzco que no pasará la calidad de cloro que debe de llevar )y el tobogán se te mete trozos de plástico en las uñas tuvimos un percance de ese tipo con mi hijo , y seguí viendo a varios niños que les pasó lo mismo. Los socorristas pasando de todo, niños tirando pelotas de reglamento desde el tobogán, con la piscina llena de niños pequeños y de gente y el socorrista pasando.Un horror de hotel no volvería ni aun regalándome 3 noches más. La animación algunos muy simpáticos pero era pésima.
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Disappointing
Piscina de 10 para niños
Food and dinner were terrible. Little variety and small portions.
Comida-cena fatal. Poca variedad y cantidad
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Very good
Lo mejor del hotel es la piscina y los toboganes. Para una familia con niños, es una muy buena experiencia.
Things to improve: there are quite a few issues. The “All-Inclusive” isn’t really all-inclusive — for example, mojitos cost €4. Also, during the day drinks are only served at the beach bar 200 m from reception, so even to get a coffee you have to walk there in the sun and heat. Some items could be served in the hotel bar, which is indoors, but it only opens from 19:30h to 23:00h. The entertainment is a bit weak, and another thing worth noting is that they charge €4 per day for the safe — I have never been charged for that before. People smoke and drink in the pool and no one says anything.
A mejorar, hay muchas cosas. El todo incluido, no es todo incluido, los mojitos por ejemplo, tienes que pagar 4€, a parte de eso, durante el día, solo sirven en el bar del chiringuito a 200m del la recepción, incluso para tomar un café, tienes que hacer el camino con el sol y la calor pertinente. Se podrían servir cosas en el bar del hotel , que está dentro, pero solo abre de 19h a 23h. La animación un poco floja y luego otra cosa que llama la atención, es que te cobran 4€ de la caja fuerte por día, nunca me han cobrado. La gente fuma y bebe en la piscina, nadie dice nada.
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Very good
Todo incluido para dar cerveza y 4 perritos calientes no lo justifica
I would take one star off.
Le bajaría una estrella
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Very good
Buen buffet libre para desayuno comida cenas.
I missed having more variety in the starters and snacks... not just burgers and hot dogs.
me faltaba los aperitivos y meriendas más variedad...y no solo hamburguesas y perritos calientes
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Fabulous
Las piscinas estaban super bien y la animación para niños y adultos genial
The food was a bit disappointing; it was always the same and the taste was just average.
La comida dejaba un poco que desear, siempre había lo mismo y de sabor regular
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Lo que más me gustó
* La atención del personal: Muy buena. En todo momento nos sentimos bien atendidos.
* Las camas: Cómodas y agradables para descansar.
* La piscina: Está muy bien cuidada y es una de las grandes ventajas del hotel.
* Los toboganes: Los niños se lo pasaron genial y disfrutaron muchísimo de la zona de piscina.
* La comida: Aunque me pareció bastante normal, estuvo buena y fue variada. En general, quedamos satisfechos.
* Air conditioning: Some areas, such as the games arcade and the buggy car park, are too hot. The same applies to the snack area next to the Aquafun. It seems the air conditioning is not working properly or is insufficient.
* Cleanliness: At times I found these areas a little unclean. Admittedly, some of the dirt is caused by guests leaving items on tables instead of putting them in the bins, but it would be good to step up cleaning and perhaps remind guests to help keep the areas tidy.
* Beach access: It would be wonderful to open a gate by the pool side to allow easier access to the beach. This would be especially practical for families and would make it much more comfortable to enjoy both the pool and the beach.
* Climatización: Hay algunas zonas, como el espacio de las maquinitas y los carritos, que son demasiado calurosas. Lo mismo ocurre con la zona del snack junto al Aquafun. Parece que el aire acondicionado no funciona correctamente o no es suficiente.
* Limpieza: En algunos momentos encontré estas zonas un poco sucias. También es cierto que parte de la suciedad se debe a que algunos huéspedes dejan las cosas sobre las mesas en lugar de tirarlas a la basura, pero sería bueno reforzar la limpieza y, quizá, recordar a los huéspedes que colaboren manteniendo los espacios limpios.
* Acceso a la playa: Sería maravilloso que habilitaran una puerta de acceso por el lado de la piscina para poder salir y entrar más fácilmente e ir caminando hacia la playa. Sería especialmente práctico para las familias y haría mucho más cómodo disfrutar tanto de la piscina como de la playa.
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Fabulous
La ubicación es muy buena, está en pleno cabo de gata. A 30/40 min de los sitios turísticos.
Camas cómodas. Buen hotel para familias ya que tiene toboganes y mucho entretenimiento, sobre todo para los más pequeños.
Check in y check out rápido. Además, hay agua en recepción a todas horas.
The air conditioning couldn’t be adjusted. When it was on, it was cold, and when it was off, it was very hot.
Sometimes there were breadcrumbs on the dining room chairs and the tables were a bit dirty.
The cocktail service in the evening should finish at midnight, at least on Saturdays, or at least until the hotel’s evening activities are over.
The food was varied, but generally low quality.
El aire acondicionado no se podía regular. Encendido hacía frío y apagado mucha calor.
Las sillas del comedor a veces tenían migas de pan y las mesas algo de suciedad.
El servicio de cocktail de la noche debería acabar a las 12, al menos sábado o al menos hasta que acaben las actividades nocturnas del hotel.
Comida variada, pero de escasa calidad por lo general.
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Very good
Muy bonito el sitio la piscina muy bonita i grande hemos estado muy cómodos la gente del hotel muy agradable
The only thing was that the food was OK but there were things to improve, such as pizzas sometimes being burnt and churros fried in the same oil as other items.
Lo único que la comida estaba bien pero había cosas que mejorar como las pizzas aveces quemadas.los churros echo con el mismo aceite de freír otras cosas
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Superb
Lamentablemente la comida deja mucho que desear .
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Prefiero no responder.
The buffet leaves a lot to be desired.
El buffet deja mucho que desear
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Comida variada aunque no demasiada calidad. Las instalaciones de las piscinas muy buenas. Bien conservadas y muy divertidas para los niños. Gracias a estas nuestra experiencia ha sido mucho mejor.
The hotel’s air conditioning stopped working. It was unbearably hot in the main areas and in some rooms as well. They tried to solve this by handing out fans for the rooms, but it was tough to cope with those temperatures without air conditioning.
El aire acondicionado del hotel dejó de funcionar. Hacía un calor insoportable en zonas comunes y en algunas habitaciones también. Lo solucionaron repartiendo ventiladores para las habitaciones pero fue duro soportar esas temperaturas sin aire acondicionado.
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Very good
Un hotel increíble para niños, hay muchos toboganes y se lo pasaron en grande. Tenía un poco de miedo al contratarlo porque había leído comentarios que había moscas en la zona del buffet, pero todo estaba correcto, poca variedad en la comida pero buena y el sitio limpio.
They use too many plastic cups in the pool area.
Utilizan demasiados vasos de plástico en la zona de piscina.
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Superb
Diversión asegurada, personal excepcional TODOS, ubicación buena.
Regular cleaning, floors that are slippery, the food is not up to a 4-star standard, excessive heat throughout the hotel — only the rooms cool down and sometimes the air conditioning malfunctions — the dining room cools down a little too, but not much. Additionally, the café, reception and games area are extremely hot.
Limpieza regular, zonas que se escurren, la comida no corresponde a un 4 estrellas, calor mucho calor en todo el hotel, solo refresca en las habitaciones y a veces va mal el aire y también refresca el comedor, no mucho, por lo demás, cafetería, recepción, zona de juegos, muchísimo calor.
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Very good
Nos ha parecido un hotel muy divertido, bonito, cerca de la playa y con un personal de 10 tanto en recepción como en el comedor y en la animación.
The keycard to enter the room kept breaking on us
Se nos estropeaba mucho la tarjeta de entrar a la habitación
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Superb
La ubicación del hotel es muy buena y el personal en general también.
The quality and cleanliness have declined over the years (this is my third visit). This year the room had ants and we reported twice that the room’s air-conditioning thermostat wasn’t working, so it was impossible to set a comfortable temperature. We were either freezing or sweltering, and our complaints were ignored on both occasions. That said, the price has shot up this year and I am seriously considering changing hotels for future visits.
La calidad y la limpieza han ido empeorando con el paso de los años (es el tercer año que voy). Este año la habitación tenía hormigas dentro y avisamos 2 veces que el termostato del aire acondicionado de la habitación no funcionaba y era imposible regular una temperatura. O nos moríamos de frío o de calor, no hicieron ningún caso en las dos ocasiones. Eso sí el precio este año se ha disparado y ya me planteo muy seriamente cambiar de hotel para próximos años.
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Very good
Espectacular. Vimos malas reseñas de la comida y para nada. Variada, rica, en cuanto se terminaba una bandeja sacaban otra, postres variados, gominolas para los niños, funde de chocolates, el personal super amables todos, muy atentos. Piscina espectacular, chorros, burbujas, toboganes, agua limpia, cafetería al fondo con hamburguesas, perritos, nuggets, batidos, bebidas, helados. Animación para niños y mayores. Lo hemos disfrutado muchísimo. Solo palabras de agradecimiento al hotel
The worst thing was the other guests. They put drinks in the pool, left glasses everywhere, ordered drinks they didn’t finish and piled their plates high without eating the food. A real shame.
Lo peor, los propios clientes. Metían bebidas en la piscina, tiraban los vasos por todos lados piden bebidas y no las consumen, llenan platos y no se lo comen. Una pena
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Cabo de Gata, family fun with water slides
ALEGRIA Cabo de Gata Aquafun
7.9
2483 reviews
Retamar, Costa de Almería
