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
The price is P3,715 per night from 18 May to 19 May
P3,715
P4,087 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Puerto Deportivo Marina and Punta de ...
7.6/10 Good! (125 reviews)
"Small room without kettle, too many people in the pool area. No nearest shops no restaurant to by food, just hotdog, hamburger and pizza poor quality. Problem with parking when we arrived."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2024

Hotel Best Alcazar
H.Boutique la Caleta bay
H.Boutique la Caleta bay
3.5 out of 5
Paseo de Andres Segovia, 12, La Herradura, Almunecar, Granada
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,545 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
P4,545
P5,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hostal in Almunecar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Playa de la Herradura and La Herradura ...
9/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews)
Beach front location
"Beach front location in quiet village. Lots of lovely places to eat. Right on the edge of a national park. Some very good walks. Beach Is a mix of pebbles and sand. Plenty of sun loungers for rent if needs be."

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

H.Boutique la Caleta bay
Hotel Almijara – Mares
Hotel Almijara – Mares
3.5 out of 5
Calle Acera Del Pilar 6, La Herradura, Almunecar, Granada
The price is P3,808 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
P3,808
P4,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Playa de la ...
9/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
The perfect hotel in La Herradura.
"This is a lovely, comfortable, safe hotel. Location is ideal, just up from the beach & restaurants. The breakfast on the roof top terrace overlooks the beach, the bay and the mountains. All the front desk personal are friendly and helpful. I remember Jesus, Jose Miguel (awesome) and Raquel, but there ..."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2018

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 Puerto Deportivo Marina and Punta ...
7.8/10 Good! (20 reviews)
"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, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (891 reviews)
"Large apart-hotel by the beach, 15 minutes scenic walk on the promenade to Nerja. We stayed in a one bedroom apartment with a balcony and beautiful views. The decor was slightly outdated but the apartment was particularly spacious, very comfortable and with a big bathroom. It was spotless and thoroughly ..."

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2025

Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort
Olée Nerja Holiday Rentals By Fuerte Group
Olée Nerja Holiday Rentals By Fuerte Group
4 out of 5
Carretera Nacional 340 A, Km. 286.1, Torrox Costa, Torrox, Malaga
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Torrox. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (488 reviews)
Olee February 2025
"The apartment was lovely with a fantastic view. The only downside was my fault in that you really need a car for this location, unless you’re part mountain goat."

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025

Olée Nerja Holiday Rentals By Fuerte Group
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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