The rugged volcanic rock formations that provide the backdrop to this unspoilt and rural coastal region are reason enough to explore. Now a protected Natural Park and UNESCO biosphere reserve, the Cabo de Gata shoreline is scattered with wild beaches and small fishing villages, miraculously untainted by mass tourism. We enjoyed the whitewashed simplicity of La Isleta and Las Negras with their sandy coves, beached fishing boats and the occasional bar or fish restaurant overlooking the beach. More adventurous visitors could sample some of the local diving or coastal walking, though soaking in the simple beauty of this relatively undiscovered corner of Spain is pleasure enough.

Cabo de Gata, Almeria, Spain
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This small corner of Spain just south of Almeria encompasses a range of different landscapes, in one day you can walk through sand dunes and on wide sweeping bays, play on rocky shores, climb mountains and sit by salt water lagoons bird watching. The scenery is stunning and this is a fantastic area for walking without seeing another soul all day or cycling on quiet lanes. Stay in San Jose, a bustling village, for some nightlife, if you still have the energy at the end of an active day.

www.degata.com/eng/
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We have just returned from a week at Cortijo del Seviilano and what a lovely place it is. Sevillano is a charming, converted farmhouse that's around 200-years-old. It's conversion to a comfortable place to stay is a stylish mixture of traditional Spanish and contemporary. Go as soon as you can, even a long weekend will make you feel as if you've been away for a week.

www.cortijodelsevillano.com
Number 1, 04610, Cuevas del Almanzora
+34950 453340

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Lovingly restored small hotel with a charming feel. Remote enough to relax in luxury and close enough to the coast for some action.
Beautiful part of Spain

www.cortijodelsevillano.com
Number 1, 04610, Cuevas del Almanzora, Almeria
+34950 453340
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