Barceló Cabo de Gata

Hotels
Barceló Hotels & Resorts
8.6 (2318 reviews)
Avenida Juegos de Casablanca, s/n, Urb. El Toyo , Retamar , es

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor amenities maintenance
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Some issues with cleanliness noted in reviews, such as hair found in the room.
Service
9.4
Friendly staff mentioned repeatedly, providing good service.
Location
9.44
Great location close to the beach and Cabo de Gata, as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.89
Rooms were generally described as large and lovely.
Amenities
7.42
Concerns regarding maintenance of facilities and some amenities unavailable.
Value for Money
8.88
Many reviews suggest good value for service offered.
Food and Beverage
7.93
Mixed feelings about food, with some complaints about cold dishes.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall positive experiences shared, despite some noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 23:04

Property Description

Luxurious Beachfront Property with Premium Amenities

Spectacular Views and Relaxation: Situated overlooking Almería Bay, the Barceló Cabo de Gata offers direct access to El Toyo Beach and boasts 4 outdoor swimming pools, including a heated one, perfect for relaxation and enjoyment.

Elegant Accommodations and Wellness: Each spacious room features a furnished terrace, satellite TV, and a minibar. Decorated in soothing natural tones with stylish wooden furniture, the rooms provide a comfortable retreat. The hotel's spa, complete with a gym, sauna, Turkish bath, and hydrotherapy pool, offers a range of rejuvenating treatments.

Gastronomic Delights and Entertainment: Indulge in Spanish cuisine at the buffet restaurant or savor drinks and snacks at the beachfront terrace or poolside bar. With its proximity to Alborán Golf Course, Cabo de Gata National Park, and Almería city, the hotel offers a perfect blend of leisure and adventure.

Book your stay at Barceló Cabo de Gata for an unforgettable beachfront experience!

Important information:

Please note that guests must present the credit card used to make the reservation on arrival. If you are not the owner of the credit card used to make the reservation, please contact the property in advance.

Please note that spa access is reserved for guests over 16 years old.

Please note that air conditioning and heating are available seasonally.

Please note that the spa is closed on Mondays.

If arriving after 18:00, guests are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance of their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Comments Box during booking, or by contacting the hotel using the contact details found on the Booking Confirmation.

Barceló Healthy Gourmet Program offers a wide range of healthy and varied food.

Please note that guests booking 6 or more rooms may be contacted by the property to make the payment within the next 72 hours to guarantee the reservation.

For bookings on December 31, 2024, guests receive complimentary a Buffet gala dinner (drinks not included), grape basket, party with live music and bar service (direct payment)

The Spa and Sauna, except in the summer, are only open on weekends, except during Holy Week when they are open every day.
The opening of the Spa, Sauna, Restaurants, and Bars is subject to occupancy and scheduling during the season. Therefore, it is important to check the hours, opening days, and dress code for each restaurant, bar, and Spa upon arrival.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LEI

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2318 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.44
Room Quality: 8.89
Amenities: 7.42
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 7.93
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Sandra solo_traveller es
8
Pros:

El buffet y la animación infantil.

Cons:

Un poco básico en instalaciones comunes, el sofá cama de las habitaciones muy malo, el baño un poco anticuado y salía muy poca presión en la ducha.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
S
Sintonnison solo_traveller es
10
Muy buen hotel
Pros:

Habitación amplia, camas muy cómodas. Desayuno buffet muy completo.

Cons:

Nada.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Miquel solo_traveller es
8
DESCONECTAR Y RELAX
Pros:

La zona de las piscinas.
Desayuno

Cons:

Alto precio del parking.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Willem Pieter solo_traveller nl
4
Teleurstellend vanwege de geluidsoverlast.
Pros:

Accomodatie, behulpzaamheid medewerkers en maaltijden zijn op zich voortreffelijk, maar er is ook een groot minpunt, zie hieronder.

Cons:

Mijn totaalscore is laag. Reden: vlak onder mijn kamer trad 'savonds een muziekband op met onvoorstelbaar veel herrie. En de hele dag was er binnen een storend soort supermarktmuziek.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
C
Celso solo_traveller pt
8
Pros:

Clima e proximidade da praia

Cons:

Preço elevado para as comodidades

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Luanna family_with_children es
9
Bien
Pros:

No estaba masificado

Cons:

He comido mejor en otros de la misma cadena.

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
E
Eva solo_traveller es
7
Pros:

Hotel de playa, varias piscinas, habitación grande, buena situación

Cons:

La playa frente al hotel es de piedras

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
J
JOSÉ LUIS family_with_children es
9
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Laura extended_group es
8
Estuvimos agusto
Pros:

El acceso cercano a la playa y las vistas, habitaciones amplia, baños limpios

Cons:

La limpieza de la piscina podría mejorar

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
E
EVA solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Los shows

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
E
Emilio solo_traveller es
7
Vacaciones cortas
Pros:

Sus piscinas, la gran variedad en productos de cocina y en especial su grupo de animadores fueron fantásticos y divertidos

Cons:

El ventilador de la habitación tenía un ruido muy molesto mientras dormías

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Veronica extended_group cl
8
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Abdelhak family_with_children de
8
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Lison solo_traveller es
8
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Ian family_with_children gb
10
Faultless family stay, and staff who remember you ★★★★★
Pros:

We stayed as a family of three (two adults and one child) in a premium sea-facing room. From the moment we walked into reception, the staff were brilliant.

We’ve been fortunate to stay in a number of amazing 5* hotels around the world and the service by the team at the Barceló Cabo de Gata was right up there as some of the best examples of hospitality that we have received .

From the moment we arrived service was world class. The man who checked us in remembered our name for the whole stay. On our last morning I went to confirm the check-out time, and he gave me the details, used my name, and asked whether we’d enjoyed our stay.

The lobby bar was the same. The staff there remembered what we liked to drink, and everything on offer was a well-regarded brand rather than an unknown substitute.

We had breakfast in the premium restaurant (Arrozante) every morning. On the first day I ordered an espresso, and after that it just turned up each day without my asking.

The room was spacious, bright and spotless, with a great sea view. As parents, we liked that the pool was fenced off when it was closed. There was none of the usual scramble for sun loungers either. People were respectful, and guests would clear their own towels off a lounger when they weren’t using it for a while, so you could always find a spot.

The inclusion of a late night pool party on the entertainment agenda was a real winner for our son and was one of those “memory making” moments that you hope for when on a family holiday.

Just outside the main hotel there’s a lovely beach with a lifeguard station, which was reassuring with a child.

We used the spa every day during the set family time, which was a nice way to wind down together.

The hotel had a modern feel and clearly has been renovated from an older building - showing some signs of age in areas such as the lifts, and tiles missing around the pool edges however the hotel was spotless throughout and only a short drive from the airport.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Hamed solo_traveller nl
10
Pros:

Mooi hotel heerlijke zwembaden en een fijne ligging

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Carol couple es
9
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Mirasierra solo_traveller es
8
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Abdelbast couple es
8
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Yoel couple es
9
2026-08-08 via Nuitee