Hostal El Dorado
Camino de Aguamarina
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Why people book this hotel
“Great location, helpful staff that listen to you”
“Very nice room with sea view Well located, we could go walking to the center”
“Large room and bathroom”
“Great view and quiet at night”
“Lovely and very helpful staff, happy to explain to us the hiking routes in the a…”
“Friendly staff”
“Amazing breakfast”
“Great breakfast and really good price”
“Clean and comfortable”
“Staff very nice and very clean in all the public places”
“Nice price nice spot”
“The breakfast was good value for money”
Overview
Hostal El Dorado has a quiet setting in San José, a 5-minute walk from the beach. The hotel offers an outdoor pool and rooms with a private balcony or terrace. Most rooms at Hostal El Dorado offer views of the sea and of the town and all are air conditioned and en suite. International TV is also available. The Hostal El Dorado is in a quiet area at the foot of the mountains. San José is set within the beautiful Cabo de Gata Natural Park, in the province of Almería. Almería Airport is only 25 kilometres away.
Traveller reviews
Clara
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
“Lovely place on the coast”
Lovely and very helpful staff, happy to explain to us the hiking routes in the area. Large room and bathroom. Easy to park in front of the hotel.
Tracey
family_with_children
May 20, 2026
“Lovely Hotel”
Clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Great views. Amazing breakfast.
Lynda
couple
May 17, 2026
“Great location great views sand the bed was very comfortable. I’m would recommend the hotel.”
All the reasons I ticked
Perry
solo_traveller
May 14, 2026
“Very friendly host and great value for money”
Lovely view from the balcony in that elevated position!
Ben
solo_traveller
May 3, 2026
“Beautiful building and great location.”
Great location, helpful staff that listen to you .
Marine
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
“Excellent”
Very nice room with sea view Well located, we could go walking to the center
Andrew
couple
April 23, 2026
“Perfectly adequate. I’ll stay again..once the pool is open and the building work is finished opposit”
Nice price nice spot. Great breakfast and really good price. Great view and quiet at night. Staff very nice and very clean in all the public places.
Wenlu
couple
February 22, 2026
Super nice staff, very good location. The view from the balcony is super good!
Wenlu
couple
February 22, 2026
Super good! Great view of the see, very close to the bus station and supermarket and the restaurants.
Declan
solo_traveller
December 9, 2025
“Would stay again”
Everything
Jessica
family_with_children
August 5, 2025
“Nice hostal for a two day beach break”
Excellent location
Simon
couple
July 28, 2025
“Relaxing break in a beautiful part of Spain”
The breakfast was good value for money. The location was ideal for us . It was in a peaceful part of San Jose a short walk from the beach
jason
extended_group
July 19, 2025
“Would go again, great deal”
Great value
Maria
solo_traveller
July 14, 2025
“Pleasant stayed”
The situation is very near the centre. it’s quiet and the room spacious and nice windows and balcony.
Karen
family_with_children
June 27, 2025
“Great hotel in a good location with a lovely pool”
Great location, rooms are a good size and nice and clean. Pool was great, and they have a good breakfast. Communication also very good. 5 mins walk to the shops / beach etc.
Christopher
family_with_children
June 22, 2025
Lovely staff, terrace with sea view, comfy bed.
Alvaro
solo_traveller
May 25, 2025
The facilities were good
Brian
couple
May 12, 2025
lovely view, breakfast was great and room was lovely with a big balcony
Kathleen
family_with_children
May 7, 2025
“Wonderfull!!”
Excellent hotel and staff, very welcoming and helpfull!! Really pretty hotel and delicious breakfast! And near the wonderfuls beaches in Gabo de Gata natural reserve. Thank you very much, Kathleen Van den Eeckhoudt and family
Simon
solo_traveller
May 3, 2025
“Excellent location and near to beach and town centre.”
Lots of street parking. Room and hotel well presented and clean. Peaceful surroundings yet close to town centre and beach. Friendly staff and made me feel welcome. Would be happy to stay again if in the area. Excellent value for money.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Heating, WiFi available in all areas, Family rooms, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (seasonal), Outdoor pool, Garden
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Private check-in/check-out, Daily housekeeping, Meeting/banquet facilities, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk
Double Room
The pool with a view is the standout feature of this double room. The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with a quiet street view as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Double Room with Sea View
This double room offers a pool with a view. The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Triple Room with Sea View
This air-conditioned room includes a terrace or balcony and most rooms feature a sea view. It comes with a TV, minibar and a private bathroom.
Twin Room with Sea View
This twin room's special feature is the pool with a view. The twin room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Suite with Sea View
Guests will have a special experience as the suite features a pool with a view. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Boasting a balcony with sea views, this suite also provides a minibar and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
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