Mar de Cristal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Murcia which includes heritage architecture and a city

Roman Theater

5/5(2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cartagena with a stop at Roman Theater. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its bars.

Roman Theater
Cala Cortina

Cala Cortina

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cala Cortina during your trip to Cartagena?

Cala Cortina

Islas Menores

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Islas Menores might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mar de Cristal.

Islas Menores

Playa de Mar de Cristal

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de Mar de Cristal during your trip to Cartagena? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Playa de Mar de Cristal

Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores during your trip to Cartagena? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores

La Manga Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Atamaria at La Manga Club. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

La Manga Club

Activities

Visit the Palos Faro

Visit the Palos Faro

NZ$11
per adult
Visit the Palos Faro
Party Bus Tour

Party Bus Tour

NZ$35
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Party Bus Tour
3 Tapas Cartagena walking tour

3 Tapas Cartagena walking tour

NZ$90
per adult
3 Tapas Cartagena walking tour
Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting

Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting

NZ$151
per adult
Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting
Cartagena: Roman Forum Entry Ticket

Cartagena: Roman Forum Entry Ticket

NZ$13
per adult
Cartagena: Roman Forum Entry Ticket
Cartagena City Hall

Shore Excursion: 4-Hour Cartagena Walking Tour

NZ$568
per traveller
Shore Excursion: 4-Hour Cartagena Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Mar de Cristal Hotel Deals

El Secreto del Agua
El Secreto del Agua
3 out of 5
Calle Pintor Rosales, s/n, Cartagena, Murcia
The price is NZ$124 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions La Manga Club and Mar Menor are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (108 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay. The location of the apartment was excellent with an amazing view. The apartment was well equipped although some of the fixtures and fittings were tired and could do with replacing eg coffee table shelving units. Decking on terrace bit wobbly and some.furniture broken."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

El Secreto del Agua
Ona Mar Menor Golf & Spa
Ona Mar Menor Golf & Spa
5 out of 5
Calle Ceiba, s/n, Torre-Pacheco, Murcia
The price is NZ$205 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Torre-Pacheco. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (382 reviews)
"Great stay. Amazing place"

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Ona Mar Menor Golf & Spa
Hotel Sercotel Carlos III
Hotel Sercotel Carlos III
3 out of 5
Carlos III, 49, Cartagena, Murcia
The price is NZ$116 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (455 reviews)
"Great hotel, comfortable beds and terrific staff"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Hotel Sercotel Carlos III
Poseidon La Manga Hotel & Spa - Designed for Adults
Poseidon La Manga Hotel & Spa - Designed for Adults
4 out of 5
Gran Via, km. 6.5, La Manga del Mar Menor, San Javier, Murcia
The price is NZ$126 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Javier. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (226 reviews)
"Excellent service and good food"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Poseidon La Manga Hotel & Spa - Designed for Adults
DoubleTree by Hilton La Torre Golf & Spa Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton La Torre Golf & Spa Resort
5 out of 5
Calle Anchoa, 6, Torre-Pacheco
The price is NZ$209 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Torre-Pacheco. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (295 reviews)
Nice Hotel
"Hotel was very nice and very clean The pool and spa area had no staff so after 25 mins of waiting we went back to the room"

Reviewed on 26 Nov. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton La Torre Golf & Spa Resort
Hotel 525
Hotel 525
4 out of 5
Rio Borines 58, Los Alcazares, Murcia
The price is NZ$185 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Los Alcazares. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mar Menor Golf and Mar Menor are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (778 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to beach and lots of bars and restaurants. Pillows had hardly any filling"

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2025

Hotel 525
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Other neighbourhoods around Mar de Cristal

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Los Nietos

Travellers like the beaches in Los Nietos, and Los Nietos Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Los Nietos
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Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés

Unique features of Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés include the golf courses and spas. Make a stop by Calblanque, Monte de las Cenizas y Peña del Águila Regional Park or Playa de Mar de Cristal while you're exploring the area.

Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés
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Playa Honda

While visiting Playa Honda, you might make a stop by sights like Mar Menor and Playa Lomas del Castillico.

Playa Honda
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Cala Reona

While visiting Cala Reona, you might make a stop by sights like Cala Flores and Cala del Descargador.

Cala Reona
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Cabo de Palos

Travellers like the historical sites in Cabo de Palos, and Lighthouse of Cabo de Palos is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cabo de Palos
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Photo by Валерий Дед (CC BY)

El Beal

El Beal is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Los Nietos Beach and El Vivero.

El Beal

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