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One-star hotel in San José, by the sea, with a seasonal rooftop pool, gym and rooms with city or Mediterranean views.
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Hotel Cala Arena is a 1-star hotel in San José, opposite Playa de San José and 100 m from the shore. Its rooms include a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and soundproofing. The accommodation offers one single option and three double options, with areas of 15 to 22 m²; some have a balcony with city views, and another has a terrace with sea views.
The seasonal outdoor pool is on the rooftop, and the hotel also has a gym and a shared lounge. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, while private parking is nearby, costs €10 per day and requires a reservation. Airport transfers are available at an extra charge. In San José, you can walk to the beach and nearby restaurants; Playa de los Genoveses is 1.6 km away and the entrance to Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is 4.7 km away. The accommodation combines facilities for enjoying the coast with rooms of different sizes and views.
The rooms at Hotel Cala Arena comprise a Standard Single Room and three double-room options, with areas of 15, 18, 20 and 22 m². All have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and soundproofing. The Standard Single Room is designed for one person; the double options accommodate two guests and offer different views and outdoor spaces.
Features that distinguish each room include city views, the balcony in the Superior Double Room and the terrace with sea views in the largest double room. The beds also vary by category: the single room has one single bed, while the double rooms have either a double bed or a large double bed. The rooms include a desk and a safe; some also have features such as a balcony, terrace or lift access to the upper floors.
At 15 m² and designed for one person, this is the hotel's single-room option. It offers views of a quiet street, soundproofed walls and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. It also has a desk, a safe and free toiletries.
This 18 m² room has city views and accommodates two people. Its double bed and soundproofing distinguish it from the Standard Single Room; the private bathroom has a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. It includes a desk and a safe.
At 20 m², this room has a balcony with city views and a large double bed. Its outdoor space distinguishes it from the Deluxe Room, which also has city views. It has a private bathroom, a desk and a flat-screen TV.
This 22 m² room has a terrace and sea views and accommodates two people. Its Mediterranean panorama distinguishes it from the other options, which overlook the city or a quiet street. It has a large double bed and lift access to the upper floors.
Hotel Cala Arena combines spaces for relaxing with activities related to the coast. There is outdoor furniture, a terrace and a solarium, as well as a gym. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and the rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. For a drink or a snack, the hotel has a café, snack bar and bar.
Activities include bicycle rental, pub crawls, snorkelling, scuba diving and hiking. Concierge service, luggage storage, tourist information and daily housekeeping are also available. The building has a lift and accessibility features such as a lower washbasin and a toilet with grab rails. Accessible private parking is nearby and requires a reservation; it costs €10 per day.
Hotel Cala Arena is on Calle Correo, within the coastal town of San José, 180 m from the town centre and 100 m from Playa de San José. There are several places to eat nearby: Bocata y Fuga is 10 m away, Pirata Maimono is 30 m away and El Otro Parque is 40 m away. El Fondeadero de San José is 440 m away, and Playa de La Calilla is 560 m away. The area has town streets and nearby access to the coast.
To explore other coves, Cala Higuera is 1.3 km away and Playa de los Genoveses is 1.6 km away. The bay of the same name is 2 km away, while Cala de los Amarillos is 2.9 km away and Cala de las Hermanicas is 3.2 km away. The entrance to Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is 4.7 km away. You can combine days by the water with visits to different beaches and areas of the park.
In San José, you can alternate swimming and snorkelling with scuba diving, hiking or bicycle rental, activities available at the hotel. El Mirador del Sollarete is 850 m away and Torre de Calahiguera is 2.1 km away; Duna Fósil de los Genoveses is 2.5 km away. In the warmer months, the beaches are a place to spend the day on the coast; outside the swimming season, walks, routes and visits to the protected landscape offer other ways to explore Cabo de Gata.
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Guests particularly highlight the staff, cleanliness and comfort, giving these categories very high ratings. They also appreciate the beach nearby and the facilities. The WiFi connection receives a more moderate score than the other aspects reviewed.
Rates at Hotel Cala Arena vary depending on the season, dates and room selected. To find out the current price for your stay, check the latest prices for your dates here.
Almería Airport is 23 km from Hotel Cala Arena. The hotel offers a paid transfer service to and from the airport; private parking is also available nearby for €10 per day and must be reserved. Check-in is from 14:00 to 19:00, and you need to let the hotel know your expected arrival time in advance.
Hotel Cala Arena is 100 m from Playa de San José and 180 m from the town centre of San José. Playa de La Calilla is 560 m away and El Fondeadero de San José is 440 m away. Playa de los Genoveses is 1.6 km away; Cala Higuera is 1.3 km away, and the entrance to Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is 4.7 km away.
Hotel Cala Arena offers private parking nearby for €10 per day; you need to reserve it. Accessible parking is also available. Parking is not free or included in your stay.
The outdoor pool at Hotel Cala Arena is seasonal and located on the rooftop. It has salt water and is shallow; there are sun loungers, parasols and a fence around it. Its seasonal opening is the main thing to bear in mind if you want to swim during your stay.
Hotel Cala Arena has a Standard Single Room for one person and three double-room options for two guests. The rooms range from 15 to 22 m². Distinctive features include city views, a balcony and a terrace with sea views.
Hotel Cala Arena has a lift and lift access to the upper floors. Accessibility features include wheelchair access, a lower washbasin and toilets with grab rails. The hotel also has accessible parking nearby.
