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ALEGRIA Cabo de Gata Aquafun
C/ Juegos de Argel s/n, Retamar
7.9 2352 reviews

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  • 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.


  • This deal has 2 types of rooms.

  • 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.

All-Inclusive: Everything You Need to Know

Want to know exactly what’s included in your All-Inclusive stay?
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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.

  • 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.

    • Clean skyline: Much of the electricity and telecommunication infrastructure runs underground, creating an uncluttered, modern coastal landscape.

  • 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

 

  • Babies aged 0 to 1: the first one stays FREE sharing bed with two adults.

    • This option is only available in double and triple rooms.
       

  • 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.
  • The maximum capacity of the rooms is 4 people:

    • Travelling with children? The maximum capacity is 2 adults + 2 children or babies per room.

    • Are you all adults? In this case the maximum occupancy is 4 adults per room.

    • The accommodation does not admit a 5th place in the same room, whether adult, child or baby.

 

  • 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.
Important Information: Once you've completed your booking, please send us a message via the contact section to inform us that you will be travelling with your pet. This allows us to notify the accommodation in advance, ensuring everything is prepared for your arrival.

Personally chosen by our travel expert

Carles
Release date: 07/10/2026 at 17:00

What our customers are saying about the accommodation

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Based on 2352 reviews

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6.9 Patricia Travelled with couple June 2025
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.
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8.6 Pablo Travelled with family July 2026 Great — the entire hotel team, from reception and bar to restaurant and entertainment, all help make your stay very enjoyable.
Genial, todo el equipo humano del hotel, recepción, bar y restaurante, animación, etc.. hacen que tú estancia sea muy agradable.
Spacious rooms, but a little dated (for the price you pay, more than acceptable). Likewise the buffet: large and varied, but a bit lacking in quality (still worth it for the price you pay).
Habitaciones amplias, pero pelín obsoletas (por el precio que pagas, más que bien) igual el buffet, amplio, variado, pero justito de calidad (igualmente por el precio que pagas, merece la pena)
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7.9 Noelia Travelled with family July 2026 The hotel itself is great — we had a really good stay and the staff are very friendly.
El hotel en sí está súper bien hemos estado súper bien , el personal son muy amables .
The cleanliness was definitely poor. We arrived to find the room dirty — literally: a large dead spider, a button, the headboard with a four-finger-thick layer of dust, the mirror with stains, dirty sheets — and when we went to reception the cleaning staff were offended.
La limpieza sin duda , llegamos a la habitación y está sucia , pero sucia literal había una pedazo de araña muerta , un botón , el cabecero con 4 dedos de polvo el espejo con manchas , sábanas sucias , y encima que fuimos a recepción las limpiadoras ofendidas .
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7.4 Nolor Travelled with  friends July 2026 The staff were very attentive. The rooms were good too, although in my view they need refurbishment. The drinks were pretty good, as were the ice creams, which were a well-known brand.
El personal muy atento. Las habitaciones bien también, aunque bajo mi punto de vista necesitan una reforma. La bebida bastante bien, así como los helados que eran de buena marca
I would improve the cleanliness around the pool area. Bins were overflowing. The food was good, but a little repetitive.
Mejoraría la limpieza en la zona de la piscina. Había papeleras que llegaban a rebosar. La comida buena, pero un poco repetitiva.
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7.1 Jose Francisco Travelled with family July 2026 - The Water Slides and pools, which make it a water park for children - The beds are quite comfortable, and there is no noise when it comes to resting
Los toboganes y las piscinas, que lo convierten en un parque acuático para los más pequeños Las camas bastante cómodas, y nada de ruido a la hora de descansar
Deteriorated facilities; the room was a little dirty. The dining options are disappointing for a 4-star hotel: no bananas, no turkey for breakfast. No tuna or eggs for the salads.
Instalaciones deterioradas, la habitación estaba un poco sucia. El comedor se me queda corto para un 4 estrellas: ni plátanos, pavo para el desayuno. Ni atún o huevos para las ensaladas
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9.4 Vanessa Travelled with family July 2026 We stayed for a week — two adults and two children — on an All-Inclusive. Everything was excellent. We had a great time. The room was spacious and the beds very comfortable. All the staff were friendly and always smiling. The pool area was brilliant, with sunbeds always available.
Hemos estado una semana dos adultos y dos niños en régimen de todo incluido. Todo estupendo. Lo hemos pasado muy bien. La habitación amplia y camas muy cómodas. Todo el personal amable y siempre con una sonrisa. La zona de piscinas genial, siempre con hamacas disponibles.
No complaints.
Ninguna queja.
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10 Larisa Mirela Travelled with family July 2026 I have just returned from Alegría Cabo de Gata and all I can say is that it was very, very good. A month earlier we were about to cancel the booking because we had read that the food was awful, that they charged you for changing towels, etc. The food was ordinary, like in any other 4-star hotel: there’s a salad section, then a selection of cheeses, then 3-4 hot dishes, a pasta/rice section and the grill. Could there be a little more variety? Yes, as in all hotels. The rooms are large (we were four people) and cleaned daily. The entertainment is excellent; they run activities for both children and adults. (One detail: children who take part in activities and don’t win any award still receive a diploma on the last day, which makes them very excited.) The pools are very clean and the water Water Slides are wonderful — we had a great time with our little ones (2 and 6 years old). We all went down together. We will definitely return in the future. The beach is a 3-minute walk away. There is car park (check rates at reception) on site, but right opposite the hotel there is a very large area where you can park for free. The chiringuito staff are very friendly.
Acaba de volver de Alegria Cabo de Gata y lo unico que puedo decir es que ha sido muy muy bien. Un mes antes estabamos a punto de cancelar la reserva porque habiamos leido que la comida fatal, que te cobra por cambiar las toallas etc etc. La comida ha sido normal, como en cualquier otro hotel de 4 estrellas , tienes la parte de ensalada, lluego variedades de quesos, lluego 3-4 comidas cocidas, la parte de pasta/arroz y lluego la plancha. Podria haber un poquito mas de variedad? Si, como en todos los hoteles. Las habitaciones grandes (estuvimos 4 personas), hacia limpieza a diario. La Animacion de 10, hacen actividades tanto para los niños y adultos. (Un detalle, los niños que participa en las actividades y no gana ningun Diploma, el ultimo dia Si o Si le dan un Diploma, que para los niños le hace mucha ilusion) Las piscinas muy limpias, y los toboganes de maravilla, lo pasamos muy bien junto a nuestras peques (2 años y 6 años) . Nos tiramos todos juntos. Seguro que en el futuro volveremos. La playa esta a 3 minutos andando, tienes parking de pago dentro pero justo en frente del hotel hay un tereno muy muy grande donde se aparca sin coste. El personal de los chiringuitos muy amable.
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8 Catherine Travelled with family July 2026 The location close to the beach, the pool and the staff’s attentiveness.
La ubicación cerca de la playa, la piscina y la atención del personal.
The cleanliness of the rooms could be improved.
La limpieza de las habitaciones es mejorable.
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3.1 Verónica Travelled with family July 2026 The hotel's highlights were the pools and water Water Slides, you didn't have to fight for a sunbed (first week of July) and the rooms were large and spacious
Lo positivo del hotel, las piscinas y los toboganes, no te pegabas por coger una tumbona ( primera semana de julio) y las habitaciones que eran grandes y espaciosas
Areas needing improvement are many, starting with the cleanliness of the rooms. For two days they didn’t bother to clean our room; they only made the beds, didn’t clean the bathroom and didn’t empty the bins. The buffet always serves the same food; they arrange it to look like there is more variety. The same griddle is used for fish and meat. If they serve three‑colour rice one day, you end up eating it for three days—once as rice, once as a salad and once as a salad with mayonnaise. If they serve tuna and it isn’t eaten, the next day it’s tuna in sauce. Macaroni and fish sticks every day, nuggets that are inedible. More than one child got stomach sick and needed hospital treatment (including mine). For a four‑star hotel the food quality is rather poor. At the snack bar it’s always the same: chicken burgers (my child’s plasticine looks better), sausages, and pancakes (they cook sausages and pancakes on the same griddle). Entertainment for both children and adults is quite poor, and if there’s a Spain match there is no children’s entertainment to keep them occupied. All‑inclusive finishes at 23:00h; if you want anything later you pay for it, but the bar closes at 00:00. Some staff are unfriendly and serve you reluctantly. Honestly, we wasted our money on this holiday.
Aspectos a mejorar muchos, empezando por la limpieza de las habitaciones,.2 dias no se molestaron en hacer la habitación, y solo hacen las camas, no limpian el baño, ni vacían papeleras....en el buffet siempre la misma comida, muy bien repartido para que parezca que hay más variedad, la plancha donde hacen el pescado hacen la carne, si un día hacen arroz 3 delicias lo estás comiendo 3 días uno en ensalada y otro en ensalada con mahonesa...si hacen atún y no se come al día siguiente atún en salsa... Macarrones y tiburones.todos los dias, los nuggets incomibles, más de un niño estuvo malo de.la.tripa.con visita al hospital incluido ( el mío) La calidad de la comida para ser un 4 estrellas es bastante baja, en el snack bar siempre lo mismo hamburguesas de pollo( que la plastilina de mi hijo tiene mejor pinta) salchicha, tortitas ( que las salchichas y tortitas las hacen en la misma plancha) la animación tanto para niños como adultos bastante mala, y si encima hay partido de España no hay animación para niños para entretenerlos, el todo incluido acaba a las 23:00, si quieres algo más a las 00:00 pagándolo tú, pero a las 00:00 cierran el bar. La poca simpatía de algunos empleados te atienden de mala gana... La verdad hemos tirado el dinero en estas vacaciones...
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8.6 Virginia Travelled with family July 2026 The hotel is in a quiet beach area and the surroundings are pleasant for evening walks. The entertainment and facilities are very good. The buffet food was tasty but rather repetitive.
El hotel está en una zona de playa tranquila pero el sitio es bonito ,para pasear de noche ,la animación y sus servicios están muy bien ,la comida en el buffet era buena pero muy repetitiva
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4.7 Ana Belén Travelled with family July 2026 The best part is the pools for children.
Lo mejor son las piscinas para los niños.
The animation would improve; it’s rather weak, and for younger children (3 years old) you can’t leave them alone with them, they wander off and don’t even notice. The food is very repetitive and bland, with little variety.
Mejoraría la animación es flojita y para los niños más pequeños (3años)no puedes dejarlos solos con ellas, se les va y no se dan ni cuenta. La comida muy repetitiva y con poco sabor.poca variedad.
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8.9 Ana Travelled with family July 2026 The pools were very good overall; the all-inclusive was good in general.
Las piscinas estaban muy bien el todo incluido en general todo
To say something, the food is very basic but there is a wide choice.
Por decir algo la comida muy básica pero vastante para elegir
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8 José Ángel Travelled with family July 2026 The hotel itself is very good, the staff are very attentive and friendly. Everything is very clean. The pools are large and great.
El hotel en sí está muy bien, el personal es muy atento y amable. Todo muy limpio. Las piscinas son grandes y están genial.
The variety of food at the buffet is somewhat limited and the quality wasn’t very good either. The bars and beach bars had some snacks that were very unhealthy and generally quite scarce. No pool had a shaded area in the water; a canopy to provide shade in the water would have been welcome, because you came out of the water burnt.
La variedad de comida del buffet es algo limitada y la calidad tampoco era muy buena. Los bares/chiringuitos tenían unos snacks muy poco saludables y en general bastante escasos. Ninguna piscina tenía zona de sombra en el agua, un toldo que diese sombra en el agua se hubiera agradecido, porque salías del agua quemado.
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10 ANDHY Travelled with couple July 2026 The tranquility, the service, the food and the excellent staff.
La tranquilidad, el servicio, la comida y el excelente personal.
Nothing completely perfect
Nada todo perfecti
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10 Paqui Travelled with family July 2026 A wonderful hotel to go with children, the pools, the Water Slides, everything is great and best of all the entertainment. The entertainers are pros and keep everyone entertained at all times, offering activities for all ages. Fantastic.
Un hotel estupendo para ir con niños, las piscinas, los toboganes, todo genial y lo mejor la animación. Los animadores son unos máquinas y tienen a todos entretenidos en todo momento y hacen actividades para todas las edades. Genial
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5.9 Juan José Travelled with family June 2026 With the pools and the new water park we have enjoyed it a lot.
Con las piscinas y el nuevo parque acuático hemos disfrutado mucho.
The buffet food needs to improve: tasteless, repetitive and basic.
La comida del buffet debe mejorar, comida sin sabor, repetitiva y básica.
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10 Curro Travelled with family June 2026 The animation and reception team, and waiters and cooks, a 10.
El equipo de animación y recepción y camareros y cocineros un 10
The restaurant timetable
El horario d restaurante
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5.4 Jessica Travelled with  friends June 2026 The pools are very nice, but the buffet leaves a bit to be desired.
Las piscinas están muy bien, el buffet deja un poco que desear.
And an all-inclusive that does not have bars available at all hours… If you want a drink at 16:00 you have to go to the bars, leave the pool, if you want to go for a drink at 19:30h you have to go to the restaurant. And after 23:00h you cannot have anything.
Y un todo incluido que no tenga los bares disponibles a todas horas…. Si quieres tomar algo a las 16 tienes que ir al bares deja la piscina, si quieres ir a tomar algo a las 19 tienes que ir al restaurante. Y después de las 23 no puedes tomar nada.
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8.3 Inmaculada Travelled with couple June 2026 Pool and Water ?? gym ?? short but intense, tomorrow and also in the afternoon
Piscina y Agua 💧💧 gym 💧🎁 breve pero intenso, mañana y por la tarde también
A lot of noise in the dining room, bustle, but that’s how it is. The pebble beach, bring water shoes or surf shoes, but there are no holes, better. All-inclusive ice creams need more chill in the fridge.
Mucho ruido en el comedor, alborotooo pero es así. La playa de piedras ,llevar cangrejeras o escarpines, pero no hay holas, mejor. Helados de todo incluido necesitan más frío en la nevera .
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7.4 Ágata Jolanta Travelled with family June 2026 Very good for families with children; the pool and entertainment are very good.
Esta muy buen para familias con niños ,la piscina y animacion muy bien
Before buying the deal, people raised concerns about the food situation. For a 4-star hotel, it was very poor. What a pity, because with good chefs everything could be made very tasty.
Antes de comprar el chollo,lo ponia la gente el tema de la comida Para hotel de 4 estrellas muy mal Una pena ,porque con buenos cocineros se podria hacer todo muy rico
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