La Herradura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Almunecar Beach and Puerto Deportivo ...
7.6/10 Good! (137 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 3 Jul 2025

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
The price is ฿3,294 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿3,294
฿3,624 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hostal in Almunecar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Almunecar Beach and Playa de la Herradura ...
9/10 Wonderful! (197 reviews)
Best hotel!

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

H.Boutique la Caleta bay
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 Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Almunecar Beach and La Herradura Castle are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
La Tartana
Lovely rustic hotel with a great room and view Staff helpful and friendly Great breakfast

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

LA TARTANA HOTEL BOUTIQUE
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.
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 Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (929 reviews)
Lovely hotel, excellent spot right by the beach.Would definately stay again.

Reviewed on 27 Sept 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 Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Balcon de Europa and Burriana Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (352 reviews)
This property is located right in the heart of the square- the Balcony of Europe. Step Outside your hotel and you have restaurants and shops galore. The hotel staff is excellent and the rooms are very clean. Furniture is basic but we had everything we needed. Some rooms offer an incredible sea view. ...

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Toboso Apar-Turis
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 Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (511 reviews)
Once we found the reception all was great.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 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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