Hostal Bajío
El Pozo de los Frailes · Andalusia

Hostal Bajío

Guest house in El Pozo de los Frailes with mountain-view rooms, free public parking and beaches in the natural park just a few kilometres away.

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9.1 Score
1.402 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Pozo de los Frailes · 130 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Hostal Bajío

Hostal Bajío is a guest house in El Pozo de los Frailes, 2.6 km from Playa de San José, with rooms offering mountain views. Its peaceful setting and range of accommodation options make it suitable for couples and families who want to explore the Cabo de Gata-Níjar area.

The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar; some also have a terrace and pool views. There are double and quadruple room categories, with options for twin beds or an extra-large double bed and, in the quadruple rooms, a bunk bed. The property offers free WiFi in the common areas and free public parking nearby, which cannot be reserved.

You can combine walks around the village with beach days and activities such as cycling, snorkelling, scuba diving, canoeing or windsurfing. Playa de los Genoveses is 4.3 km away and Cala Higuera is 2.8 km away. Almería Airport is 22 km away, making the guest house a convenient base for exploring different parts of the Almería coast.

Hostal Bajío
★ 9.1 · Wonderful · 1.402 reviews

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Guest house in El Pozo de los Frailes with mountain-view rooms, free public parking and beaches in the natural park just a few kilometres away.

Room types

Hostal Bajío offers four room categories, with double and quadruple rooms ranging from 16 to 22 m². All have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a TV and mountain views; some configurations also have a minibar and desk. The double rooms can accommodate guests in either twin beds or an extra-large double bed, while the quadruple rooms combine an extra-large double bed with a bunk bed.

The Standard Double Room is the most compact option, at 16 m², while the Superior Double Room offers more space at 18 m². The two quadruple categories are both 22 m²: one has mountain views, while the other stands out for its terrace and pool views, as well as mountain views and a landmark view. You can choose between a simple double room, a larger room for two, or a family layout with separate beds.

Standard Double Room — Hostal Bajío
Standard Double Room
16 m²

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Minibar

At 16 m², this is the most compact room at Hostal Bajío and is suitable for two people. You can relax while enjoying mountain views, with air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV. The room can be arranged with two single beds, a practical option if each guest prefers their own space.

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Superior Quadruple Room — Hostal Bajío
Superior Quadruple Room
22 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed and 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Minibar

This 22 m² category combines an extra-large double bed with a bunk bed, a different layout from the double rooms. Mountain views complement a stay with air conditioning and a minibar, while the private bathroom includes toiletries. It is the quadruple option without a terrace.

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Quadruple Room with Terrace — Hostal Bajío
Quadruple Room with Terrace
22 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed and 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace
  • Pool view

This room shares the 22 m² floor area and the extra-large double bed and bunk bed layout of the other quadruple category, but adds its own outdoor space. The terrace offers views of the pool, the mountains and a landmark; air conditioning completes the amenities.

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Superior Double Room — Hostal Bajío
Superior Double Room
18 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Minibar

At 18 m², this double room offers more space than the 16 m² Standard Double Room and has an extra-large double bed. It also has mountain views, a minibar, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV; it’s an option for two people who prefer to share one bed.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you’re travelling as a family and want a quadruple room with an extra-large double bed and a bunk bed.
  • you want to stay in a room with mountain views and a private bathroom.
  • you’d like free public parking nearby, even though it cannot be reserved.
  • you want to connect to free WiFi in the common areas.
  • you’d like to combine beach days with cycling, snorkelling, scuba diving, canoeing or windsurfing.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need private or reserved parking: the nearby parking is public and cannot be reserved.
  • you want to use WiFi in your room: it is available in the common areas.
  • you’re travelling with pets, as the guest house does not allow them.
  • you’re planning a party or need to make noise at night: quiet hours are from 22:00 to 08:00 and parties are not allowed.

Hotel facilities & services

Hostal Bajío offers practical amenities for a straightforward stay near the coast. The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV; WiFi is free in the common areas. There is also a minibar, along with useful items such as a desk, wardrobe, bed linen, towels and free toiletries. Some rooms have a terrace and pool views, while all categories offer mountain views.

Outside, you’ll find outdoor furniture, a terrace and a sun terrace. Free public parking is available nearby and cannot be reserved. Activities in the area include cycling, snorkelling, scuba diving, canoeing and windsurfing. The guest house also offers daily housekeeping, luggage storage and vending machines for snacks and drinks. Its facilities include features for guests with reduced mobility, such as wheelchair access and toilets with grab rails.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Scuba diving
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Snack vending machine
  • Drinks vending machine
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Wheelchair accessible

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • Minibar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Mountain view
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hostal Bajío is in El Pozo de los Frailes, a small village in the municipality of Níjar, beside the AL-3108 road. The centre of Pozo de los Frailes is 130 m away and La Torta is 430 m away. Nearby restaurants include Lakshmi, 150 m away, and Restaurante La Gallineta and El Tragaluz, both 200 m away. The area combines village life with access to some of the natural park’s best-known coastal scenery.

Cala Higuera is 2.8 km away and Playa de San José is 2.6 km away; Playa de los Genoveses is 4.3 km away. You can also visit Cala Tomate, 3.3 km away, and Playa de Cala de las Hermanicas, 3.6 km away. An entrance to Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is 2.2 km away, and Almería Airport is 22 km away. San José is another reference point for exploring the coast and its coves.

The beaches and coves are ideal for swimming during the warmer months, while spring and autumn are good times to explore the surrounding area in milder temperatures. Activities in the area include snorkelling, scuba diving, canoeing and windsurfing; you can also go cycling on local trails. For a change of scenery, Parque de “La Molina” is 2.3 km away and Castillo de San Felipe is 4.4 km away. The combination of small beaches, natural landscapes and nearby villages makes it easy to alternate outdoor activities with visits to the coast.

Pozo de los Frailes — A small local village where you can take a walk and get a feel for village life. 130 m
Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park Entrance — Nearby access to volcanic landscapes, coves and trails in the natural park. 2,2 km
Playa de San José — A coastal beach near the centre of San José and its amenities. 2,6 km
Cala Higuera — A cove in the natural park, surrounded by the arid coastal landscape. 2,8 km
Playa de los Genoveses — A wide natural beach known for its sand and protected setting. 4,3 km
San Felipe Castle — A historic coastal fortification beside the Níjar shoreline. 4,4 km

What guests say about Hostal Bajío

9.1
Wonderful · 1.402 reviews
Staff
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Value for money
9.3
Free Wi-Fi
8.5

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, as well as the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The facilities and value for money also receive good ratings. El Pozo de los Frailes is a convenient base for visiting the beaches and exploring the natural park.

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