Where to Stay

Rest & Serenity between Mountain and Desert

Art of Living

Andalusian hospitality

At 520 metres above sea level, overlooking the Andarax valley and about 25 km from the provincial capital, Alhama de Almería makes a great base for exploring the area. From here you can easily reach the Tabernas desert, the beaches of Cabo de Gata and the trails of the Sierra de Gádor, all while enjoying the calm of a quiet village in the Alpujarra of Almería. Its name, of Arabic origin, refers to "hot water": the thermal springs that rise here have shaped its history and remain its greatest attraction today. Here are some of the places to stay in the area, for anyone wishing to linger more than a day.

Tradition & Wellness In Alhama de Almería

Balneario San Nicolás

The village's historic spa, built in the 19th century around its thermal springs; today a hotel with a spa and thermal circuit at the foot of the Sierra de Gádor.

📍 Calle Baños 2, 04400 Alhama de Almería

📞 +34 950 64 13 61

🌐 balneariosannicolas.com

★ Thermal spa
★ Restaurant
★ Café
★ Library
★ Chapel
★ Lounges
Nature & Calm In Alhama de Almería

El Alto de los Bohemios

A renovated country house in Alhama de Almería, with a terrace and equipped kitchen, ideal for families or groups exploring the Andarax valley.

📍 Alhama de Almería (exact address provided on booking confirmation)

🌐 booking.com

★ Free wifi
★ Air conditioning
★ Equipped kitchen
★ Terrace
A Unique Experience 12 km from Alhama

Cueva Con Encanto

An eco-friendly cave house (casa cueva) in Terque, in the Andarax valley: cool in summer, warm in winter, with a terrace for sunsets and stargazing.

📍 Terque, Almería

📞 +34 608 12 77 97

🌐 cuevaconencanto.com

★ Natural climate control
★ Terrace
★ Sustainable stay
Adventure & Stars 31 km from Alhama

Hospedería del Desierto

A rural hotel in the heart of the Tabernas desert, set on a former olive estate, with a pool, restaurant and clear skies for stargazing.

📍 Paraje Oro Verde 27, 04200 Tabernas, Almería

📞 +34 950 36 94 44

🌐 hospederiadeldesierto.es

★ Pool
★ Sauna
★ Gym
★ Restaurant
★ Private parking
★ Gardens
★ Wifi
★ Air conditioning
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Frequently asked questions

Where to stay

Where can I stay in Alhama or nearby?

Alhama makes a great base for exploring the province: from here you can easily reach the Tabernas desert, Cabo de Gata and the Sierra de Gádor. Higher up on this page you will find a selection of places to stay in the area, from the village itself to the surroundings.

Is there a spa hotel?

Yes. The Balneario San Nicolás, built in the 19th century around the village's thermal springs, now also operates as a hotel, with a spa and thermal circuit at the foot of the Sierra de Gádor. For rates and reservations it is best to check directly via their website or phone.

Can I stay in a country house or a cave house?

The area has country houses with valley views and the option of staying in cave houses (casas cueva), cool in summer and warm in winter, a traditional form of dwelling in Almería. You will find examples in the selection on this page.

Are there options for staying near the Tabernas desert?

Yes. Towards Tabernas there are places to stay right in the desert, under one of the clearest skies in Europe, ideal for combining your stay with astrotourism. Confirm availability and prices with each property before you travel.

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