Cruceros Alqueva
Cheles · Extremadura

Cruceros Alqueva

Hostel in Cheles next to Playa de Cheles, with a private beach area, Spanish restaurant, free parking and accommodation with terraces and lake views.

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6.8 Score
58 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Cheles
Nearby Playa de Cheles · 20 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Cruceros Alqueva

Cruceros Alqueva is a hostel in Cheles, next to Playa de Cheles and with a private beach area. It offers outdoor spaces, a restaurant serving Spanish cuisine and different types of accommodation, from a triple room to houses with kitchens and terraces.

The Triple Room offers garden views and a seating area; both houses have lake views and a kitchen, and one of them includes a dishwasher. Air conditioning and a flat-screen TV are among the room amenities. The property has free private parking and free WiFi. There is also a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge, and activities such as fishing are available in the area. Pets are allowed on request and charges may apply. To arrange your arrival, you must inform the property of your expected arrival time in advance; check-in is between 15:00 and 21:00.

Cruceros Alqueva
★ 6.8 · · 58 reviews

Plan your stay at Cruceros Alqueva

Hostel in Cheles next to Playa de Cheles, with a private beach area, Spanish restaurant, free parking and accommodation with terraces and lake views.

Room types

Cruceros Alqueva offers three configurations: a Triple Room and two accommodations called House, measuring 50 and 45 m². The 21 m² room has three single beds, a terrace with garden views and a shared bathroom. The houses have a kitchen and a private bathroom, as well as a terrace and lake views; one has two bathrooms and the other has one.

All three options include air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, although their amenities vary. The 50 m² house has a washing machine and dishwasher, while the 45 m² house offers a sofa in the seating area and a sofa bed. Both houses also have a coffee machine. The stated maximum capacity is three people for the Triple Room, four for the 50 m² house and five for the 45 m² house. You can choose between a simple stay with single beds or a house with a kitchen and separate spaces.

Triple Room — Cruceros Alqueva
Triple Room
21 m²

  • 3 Single bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • Garden view

Measuring 21 m² and accommodating up to three people, the Triple Room stands out for its terrace with garden views and a seating area. It includes three single beds and air conditioning; the bathroom is shared. It is on the ground floor and the unit is wheelchair accessible, a feature that sets it apart from the houses.

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House — Cruceros Alqueva
House
50 m²

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • Dishwasher
  • Lake view

This 50 m² house offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms, as well as a terrace with lake views. Its well-equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher and is complemented by a washing machine, making it the most fully equipped option for preparing meals and planning a stay for up to four people. It has two single beds and one double bed.

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House — Cruceros Alqueva
House
45 m²

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • Sofa
  • Lake view

Measuring 45 m², this house accommodates up to five people and stands out for its sofa bed in the seating area, as well as its two bedrooms. It has a kitchen, a terrace with lake views and one bathroom. Its layout accommodates a larger group than the other house, with one single bed, one double bed and a sofa bed.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay by the water: Playa de Cheles is 20 m away and the property has a private beach area.
  • you are travelling by car and value free private parking, with no need to reserve a space.
  • you want to choose between a Triple Room and houses measuring 45 or 50 m² with kitchens.
  • you are interested in outdoor activities such as fishing and hiking.
  • you need adapted facilities: there is wheelchair access, a raised toilet and a lower washbasin.

Maybe not, if...

  • you prefer a room with a private bathroom: the Triple Room has a shared bathroom.
  • you need to travel with a pet without requesting permission in advance, as pets are allowed on request and charges may apply.
  • your arrival time falls outside the check-in window, from 15:00 to 21:00.
  • you want to hold a party or a bachelor or bachelorette party at the accommodation, where these are not permitted.

Hotel facilities & services

The outdoor spaces are a central part of the stay: there is a garden, a terrace, outdoor furniture, a picnic area and a private beach area by the water. For relaxing indoors, the hostel has a shared lounge with a TV area. The restaurant serves Spanish cuisine, and packed lunches are also available.

Activities include fishing and hiking. The accommodation offers free private parking and free WiFi throughout; pets are allowed on request and charges may apply. Facilities include family rooms, options adapted for guests with reduced mobility and non-smoking rooms. There are also sun loungers and parasols in the outdoor areas, while the garden and terrace provide places to relax by the lake.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Picnic area
  • Views
  • Beachfront
  • Beach

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fishing
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Sun loungers/beach chairs

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Garden view
  • Views
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Dining area
  • Seating area

Location & what to see

Cruceros Alqueva is in Playa Cheles, 20 m from Playa de Cheles, in the municipality of Cheles, Badajoz province. The accommodation is opposite the beach and has a private area, so the shore is part of the immediate surroundings. Some rooms have lake views, and the garden and terrace provide outdoor spaces to relax. The village of Cheles is 4.0 km away; you can visit to walk its streets and see its buildings and local sights.

The Parque Municipal is 3.8 km away. Ermita del Santo Cristo de la Paz is 4.0 km away, while Iglesia de la Purísima Concepción and Palacio de los Condes de Via-Manuel are 4.1 km away. These places let you combine a day by the water with a walk around the village and visits to its religious and historic landmarks. Bar Pedro, also 4.1 km away, is a nearby option for a drink. Badajoz Airport is 54 km away.

The beach and lake set the pace for outdoor activities. On warm days, you can spend time by the shore, and fishing is one of the activities available in Cheles and the surrounding area. There is also hiking and a picnic area for a break outside your room. For meals, the hostel's restaurant serves Spanish cuisine, and packed lunches can be ordered. The proximity of Playa de Cheles to the accommodation makes it convenient to alternate time by the water with visits to the Parque Municipal and the village centre.

Playa de Cheles — Shore by the lake, suitable for enjoying the scenery and the water. 20 m
Municipal Park — Green space in the village for a walk and an outdoor break. 3,8 km
Chapel of Santo Cristo de la Paz — Local chapel that adds a heritage visit to a walk around Cheles. 4,0 km
Cheles — Nearby village where you can walk its streets and explore the local area. 4,0 km
Church of the Purísima Concepción — Village church you can include in a walk around the centre. 4,1 km
Palace of the Counts of Via-Manuel — Historic building that completes a visit to Cheles's notable sights. 4,1 km

What guests say about Cruceros Alqueva

6.8
· 58 reviews
Staff
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Location
6.5
Cleanliness
7.8
Facilities
7.1
Value for money
7.0

Reviews reflect a mixed experience: cleanliness and comfort receive the highest scores, while staff, facilities and value for money are rated more moderately. The surroundings receive the lowest score, so the main appeal for guests seems to be the beach and scenery.

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