La Herradura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Herradura
Photo by Katarzyna Bednarska-Lekusheva
Photo by Katarzyna Bednarska-Lekusheva
Photo by Monica  Nunez Jimenez
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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 ฿3,696 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿3,696
฿4,065 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Puerto Deportivo Marina and Punta de ...
7.6/10 Good! (127 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 17 Aug 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 ฿3,828 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿3,828
฿4,210 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hostal in Almunecar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Playa de la Herradura and La Herradura ...
9/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"Fantastic location right on the beach. Many great restaurants just steps away. The room was clean but one corner had a musty smell."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

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 ฿3,984 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿3,984
฿4,382 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Almunecar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Playa de la ...
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
"VERY CLEAN, CONVENIENT AND SUPER STAFF. AREA IS REALLY NICE AND BOOKED AGAIN FOR AUGUST."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 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 Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Puerto Deportivo Marina and Punta ...
"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 19 Jul 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 Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (910 reviews)
"The propery is located right by the beaach with a great pool for adults and kids. It was quiet, and offer some amenities during the day. The daily breakfast was very good, and the new chiringuito bar by the beach is great for a quick lunch or drink."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort
Nerja Villas Capistrano
Nerja Villas Capistrano
2 out of 5
Calle de Ronda, s/n, Local 3 A, Nerja, Malaga
Stay at this aparthotel in Nerja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Burriana Beach and Balcon de Europa are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (154 reviews)
"The best experience . Clean , safe , great service and location."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Nerja Villas Capistrano
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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