El Zapillo
Almeria
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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.
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 carefree afternoon at El Toyo Beach during your travels in Retamar? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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.
Salinas de Cabo de Gata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Salinas de Cabo de Gata during your travels in Almeria. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its spas.
Things to do
Almería: Cathedral and Convent of the Puras Entry Ticket
Carboneras: Cabo de Gata Caves and Los Muertos Sailing Tour
From Garrucha: Mojácar, Vera Boat Cruise Guide Tour
Top hotels in El Zapillo
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 Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Bahia Serena
Great pool, clean room, excellent front staff and location is great.
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Ohtels Cabogata
Good priced hotel’with pool and dining options’friendly staff
Reviewed on Oct 22, 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 Dec 2, 2025
Barceló Cabo de Gata
Yes
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Avenida Hotel Almería
Very nice clean room but could have done with two chairs
Reviewed on Jan 3, 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
Almería Centro is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Alcazaba and Almeria Air Raid Shelters while you're in town.
Centro Histórico Almería
If you're spending some time in Centro Histórico Almería, Alcazaba and Almeria Air Raid Shelters are top sights worth seeing.
Torre Cárdenas
While Torre Cárdenas isn't home to many top sights, Plaza De Toros Almeria and Pena Flamenco El Morato are some notable places to visit nearby.
Retamar
Retamar is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alboran Golf and El Toyo Beach.
