Almeria Holidays
Almeria Holidays – Historic city surrounded by beaches
Almeria is an exotic, fascinating city thanks to it Arabic history and close proximity to North Africa. With its winding streets, ancient Alcazaba Castle and vibrant markets this is a city waiting to be explored. Almeria also provides easy access to many golden beaches including the unspoilt beaches at the famous Cabo de Gata Natural Park. This is a relaxed holiday destination much favoured by families and couples looking for a flavour of the real Spain but with plenty of activities and a lively nightlife.
If you do manage to tear yourself away from the hotel pool there is no shortage of beaches in Almeria; in fact the entire coastline is made up of stunning Blue Flag beaches. There are water parks, theme parks, watersports and golf courses to enjoy as well as excursions to cities such as Madrid by train and Morocco by ferry from the port of Almeria.
When to go to Almeria
Almeria boasts a stable sunny climate all year round but there is a high and low season meaning holiday deals can be found. The summer months from June until the end of August are busy especially during the school holiday periods. Winter holidays are popular in Almeria thanks to the sunny climate, and the festive season is another popular period, which may mean higher prices. Some great discounts can be found on flights and accommodation if you can avoid the peak summer months; the sea is still warm enough for a dip even during the winter, spring and autumn.
The Weather in Almeria
Sunny and dry are the words that best describe the climate in Almeria. Rainfall levels are low all year round and will rarely disturb a summer holiday; Almeria is blessed with 320 sunny days per year. Daytime temperatures do hit 30C and over during the hottest months of July and August and evening temperatures are a minimum 20C. Slightly cooler temperatures of 20C to 23C can be found during the spring and autumn months and swimming is still an option. Winter in Almeria is still warm and sunny with temperatures of 15C and some infrequent light rainfall can occur.
Getting the best deal to Almeria
The seasons do make a significant difference to the price of holidays in Almeria and avoiding the peak summer season months and school holiday periods can mean excellent savings. The quieter months during spring, autumn and winter are when the best deals can be found on hotels, private villas and flights. There is only a slight decrease in temperature during the spring and autumn months so you will be obtaining a Spanish beach holiday at a great price. Make sure to browse our best deals below or view our late deal offers for additional savings.
Airport and transport need to know
There are direct flights from major cities to Almeria Airport (LEI) including London Gatwick, Birmingham, Glasgow, Bristol and Manchester. Flights are just under four hours depending on which airport you depart from. Almeria is located 10Km from Almeria Airport and has one of the fastest resort transfer times at approximately 15 minutes. Almeria Airport provides facilities including duty free shopping, a bar, restaurant, cafeteria and car hire.
Metered taxis from Almeria Airport to Almeria will cost approximately 12 euros (£10) per taxi. You can book online independently and hire a shuttle bus for the transfer to Almeria. Buses do run to Almeria bus and train station with a fare of 0.85 euros (£0.75). Hiring a car for a week is a relatively inexpensive alternative and car hire can be booked independently online. The roads in Almeria are in excellent condition and driving is on the right.
The best beaches in Almeria
Almeria is located on the Costa Almeria, a sun drenched region of Andalucia that stretches for around 200 Km. This coastline is home to some of the most beautiful and unspoilt beaches in Europe. Golden beaches and clear Mediterranean waters are the major highlight here including the isolated beaches at Cabo de Gato Natural Park and the busy resort beaches of Aguadulce and Roquetas de Mar.
Often referred to as paradise, the Cabo de Gata Natural Park is the place to go for isolated beaches, many accessible only by footpath. This natural beauty spot includes Almeria City beach and boasts no less than seven Blue Flag awarded beaches. This is the place for exploring hidden coves and secluded bays surrounded by some of the most dramatic coastal scenery and an abundance of wildlife.
Aguadulce is located approximately 15 minutes from Almeria and this large Blue Flag beach is a favourite with families looking to relax on sun loungers while children play in the shallow waters. There are plenty of watersports available here or you can try your hand at golf at one of the three nearby courses. The marina area is the place to go during the evenings for restaurants and tapas bars serving traditional and modern dishes.
For a lively beach atmosphere take a trip to Roquetas de Mar, which is also a popular resort with Spanish holidaymakers. This 3Km stretch of sand does get busy at the weekends and the resort is one of the liveliest in the area with no shortage of watersports including scuba diving and jet skiing. Nights can be lively especially at the port with its many bars, restaurants and nightclubs. Before reaching the resort you can also stop off at the Mario water park, the aquarium or try go karting.
