La Herradura

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La Herradura
Photo by Katarzyna Bednarska-Lekusheva
Photo by Katarzyna Bednarska-Lekusheva
Photo by Monica  Nunez Jimenez
Photo by Where Adventures Be
A holiday in La Herradura is just what you need: tranquillity, sun, beach and beautiful landscapes.

La Herradura is a picturesque fishing village near the city of Almuñécar, in the province of Granada. Known for its beach and beautiful landscapes, this is the ideal destination to enjoy a few well-deserved days of rest and relaxation. What are you waiting for? Book your cheap trips to La Herradura now!

The main attraction of this beautiful village is the beach of La Herradura, which is over a mile long. Its calm, crystal clear waters are ideal for fishing and water sports. Another great option is to take to the sand and work on your tan. There’s something for everybody!

After a day at the beach, you can take a relaxing stroll through the Marina del Este marina, where you’ll find a range of boutiques to buy souvenirs from your trip. There are also several restaurants and cafés where you can stop to sit down and enjoy a nice drink.

The cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo are another of the natural attractions of La Herradura. This narrow strip spans 7.5 miles, and is perfect to enjoy a walk to admire the magnificent views from the clifftops. Some sections even head out into the sea. Are you game?

To put the finishing touches on your package deal to La Herradura, come to the San Ramón rural estate, a place where you can enjoy a different kind of experience. This agrotourism farm offers guided tours of more than 30 acres of crops that make for a tropical landscape. Visits include tasting delicious mangoes, avocados, cherimoyas and papayas, and offer some breathtaking views of the bay of La Herradura.

The nearest airports to La Herradura are in Malaga and Granada. If you fly to Granada, you can book one of the many direct transport services to La Herradura and be at your destination within an hour. It couldn't be easier to enjoy one of cheap trips to La Herradura!

Hotel Best Alcazar

Hotel Best Alcazar

4 out of 5
Camino de la Playa s/n, Urb. Marina del Este, Almunecar, Granada
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,964 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P5,964
P6,560 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Almunecar Beach and Puerto Deportivo ...
7.6/10 Good! (132 reviews)
Ok place to stay but food is bad
"Food is pretty bad. The pool is nice and there are nice balconies in the rooms. The facility is a bit dated and things are pretty banged up. Its not 5 minutes to the beach more like 20-25 up a sognificant hill."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Hotel Best Alcazar
LA TARTANA HOTEL BOUTIQUE

LA TARTANA HOTEL BOUTIQUE

1 out of 5
URB San Nicolas 1, La Herradura, Almunecar, Granada
Stay at this hotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Almunecar Beach and La Herradura Castle are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
Lovely and characterful small hotel
"Lovely little hotel; the owners are extremely welcoming and very helpful. We had one of the biggest rooms which was attractively furnished and very comfortable; this room also had a large balcony which added to our enjoyment."

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025

LA TARTANA HOTEL BOUTIQUE
Hotel Almijara – Mares

Hotel Almijara – Mares

3.5 out of 5
Calle Acera Del Pilar 6, La Herradura, Almunecar, Granada
The price is P12,078 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
P12,078
P13,285 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Almunecar Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
La H stay
"Great room - superior double that had a separate sitting room - good view Decor a little dated but very clean Good breakfast Excellent location"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Hotel Almijara – Mares
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartamentos Best Alcazar

Apartamentos Best Alcazar

3 out of 5
Calle la Raqueta 4, Almunecar, Granada
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Almunecar Beach and Puerto Deportivo ...
"The views and surroundings are nice.Unsafe as we found they had an emergency exit closed with a chain and lock on it and after days complaining they finally took the chain off..In general there was no feedback when putting in complaints about door staying open ,noise of music voices etc coming from ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024

Apartamentos Best Alcazar
Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort

Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort

4 out of 5
CN 340 Km 289,50, Nerja, Malaga
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Nerja. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (916 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort
Toboso Apar-Turis

Toboso Apar-Turis

3 out of 5
Paseo Balcón de Europa, Nerja, Malaga
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Nerja. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Balcon de Europa and Burriana Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (340 reviews)
"Staff very helpful and friendly, great location and property kept in really good condition. Recommended !"

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Toboso Apar-Turis
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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