Villas in Costa de Almería

It is the coast of Almería province at the eastern end of Andalucía, between the Costa Tropical and the Murcia border. It runs from Roquetas de Mar and Almería city round Cabo de Gata to Mojácar, Vera and San Juan de los Terreros.

Mojácar and Vera for beaches with restaurants and some evening life, Roquetas de Mar and Aguadulce for short transfers from Almería airport, and the inland villages if you want peace and walking. Our choice of villas here is limited, so book early.

Almería airport for most of the coast: around 30 to 40 minutes to Roquetas de Mar and about an hour to Mojácar. Murcia works for Vera and San Juan de los Terreros. Alicante has more flights but adds a two-hour drive.

Yes. Villas are spread out and public transport is sparse. A car lets you reach Cabo de Gata's beaches, the Tabernas desert and Mojácar's hilltop village easily.

Mostly yes, but in summer the road to beaches such as Mónsul and Los Genoveses has paid parking with limited spaces, and access closes when it is full. Go early in the morning, or visit outside July and August.

Yes. It is one of the driest and sunniest parts of Spain, and winter days on the coast are usually mild and bright. Evenings are cool, and inland villages can be cold, so pack layers.

Yes. Mojácar Playa has long, sandy beaches, shallow water in places and a seafront lined with restaurants and ice-cream bars. The hilltop village is steep for pushchairs but worth an evening visit for the views.