Roquetas de Mar self catering holidays, Andalusia Holiday rentals - villas & holiday homes in Spain
Roquetas de Mar sits on the Costa de Almeria coast in southern Spain. The fishing town is a perfect blend of tradition and modern & has been attracting tourists for generations. A fantastic destination for anytime of year but especially during the summer months.
Known for its fabulous Blue Flag beaches offering many watersport activties, there are many restaurants and tapas bars along the seafront. Nearby you can visit Punta Entinas-Sabinar natural area & reserve with its range of large dunes and lagoons, there are over a hundred species of birds here and beautiful views of the beaches.
In the old town you will the fishing port and 17th century castle, Castillo de Santa Ana. The castle has been restored and now hosts art exhibitions, historial model ships and history of the town.
| At a glance... | |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 30+ |
| Beach | ✔ |
| Beach bars & restaurants | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Distance to beach | Beach resort |
| Nearest airport | Almeria (35km) |
| Nearest bus station | Parada de Autobuses de Roquetas de Mar |
Featured villas in Roquetas de Mar
The accommodation in and around Roquetas de Mar is of a very high standard. There is a wide choice of self catering holiday rentals including family villas and apartments to rent either on the beach or set back. Many holiday rentals are within walking distance to the centre, where there is a large selection of bars, restaurants and shops.
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Things to see & do
Roquetas de Mar and the surrounding area is full of interesting towns, historic cities and countryside to explore.
| A few suggestions.... | |
|---|---|
| Alhambra Palace & Generalife gardens day trip | ✔ |
| Guided Kayak & snorkel routes through caves | ✔ |
| Visit the shelters of the Spanish Civil War | ✔ |
| Alcazaba of Almeria | ✔ |
| Cabo de Gata Natural Park | ✔ |
Our view on holidays in Roquetas de Mar
Roquetas de Mar is a truly stunning and fun destination for a family holiday or romantic escape. With great all year round weather and surprising spectacluar scenery with long sandy beaches running into the turquoise sea..
There is something for everyone with interesting places to visit and fabulous shopping in the numerous shops & boutiques. With excellent resturants and nightlife that would rival the most cosmopolitan cities, its difficult not to have a great time in Roquetas de Mar. Whilst on your holidays in Roquetas de Mar, you may want to visit some of the other nearby beach resorts such as Playa Serena.
