One-star guest house in Tarifa’s historic centre, with a range of rooms, free WiFi and Playa de Los Lances 550 m away.
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La Estrella de Tarifa is a one-star guest house in Tarifa’s historic centre, housed in a renovated traditional building 550 m from Playa de Los Lances.
Whitewashed walls, Moroccan furniture and blue tones give its spaces character. There are single and double rooms, a suite with a balcony, options for groups and a penthouse with city views. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The accommodation also includes an independent two-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, private terrace and sea views.
The property offers free WiFi and allows pets for a supplement of EUR 10 per pet per night. There is no parking at the property. Its address in the old town makes it easy to explore the shopping streets, Mercado Central and several monuments on foot. Playa Chica is 650 m away and Tarifa Maritime Terminal is 310 m away. The house combines a traditional style with practical facilities for those who want to alternate cultural visits, time by the sea and outdoor activities.
The accommodation offers single and double rooms, a suite with a balcony, a superior room for up to four guests and a penthouse; there is also an independent two-bedroom apartment. Room sizes range from 9 m² for the single room to 35 m² for the penthouse, while the suite measures 18 m². Bed configurations include double or single beds, and some room types also have a sofa bed.
The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The balcony sets the suite apart; the penthouse combines city views, a bathtub and a coffee machine, and some rooms also offer city views. The 80 m² apartment has a kitchen, terrace and sea views, as well as space for four people. The options range from compact rooms for one person or a couple to larger spaces for families or groups.
At 11 m², this room accommodates two people and stands out for its ground-floor location and two single beds. It’s a straightforward option if you prefer separate beds. A private bathroom, air conditioning and a private entrance complete the space.
This 18 m² suite has its own balcony, a feature that sets it apart from the Standard Double Rooms. It accommodates two people and has a large double bed. The seating area provides space to relax within the room, alongside the private bathroom and air conditioning.
At 17 m², this superior option accommodates up to four guests and has a sofa bed alongside two single beds. The seating area sets it apart from Double Rooms designed for two people. It also offers a private bathroom, air conditioning and heating.
The Penthouse is the largest room in this selection, at 35 m², and accommodates four people. Its city views, bathtub and coffee machine give it a distinctive profile compared with the other room types. The seating area provides extra space to relax.
This 10 m² Double Room is designed for two people and has a double bed. Its city views set it apart from other compact options in the house. It also has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV for a practical stay.
At 9 m², this Single Room accommodates one person and is the most compact option. Despite its name, it has a double bed. The private bathroom, air conditioning and heating provide the essentials for relaxing after exploring Tarifa.
This 10 m² room has two single beds and accommodates two people. Its city views distinguish it from the Double Room with a double bed of the same size. It also has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
At 11 m², this room has a double bed and a simple layout for two people. Its compact size sets it apart from the suite with a balcony and seating area. It includes a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as a refrigerator.
At La Estrella de Tarifa, everyday amenities include a private bathroom, free WiFi, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The accommodation allows pets and provides bowls and baskets for them. It also offers room service, daily housekeeping and private check-in and check-out. Family rooms provide more options for those travelling in a group.
Activities include walking and cycling tours, hiking, cycling, horse riding and fishing. For those who prefer the sea, there are options for beach activities, snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. This makes it possible to combine leisurely walks with more active plans, both in the water and on land. The range of options lets you plan different days during your stay without relying on just one type of activity.
La Estrella de Tarifa is at San Rosendo, 2, in Tarifa’s historic centre. The surrounding area is easy to explore on foot, with monuments and shops along the streets: Al Ilustre Pintor Agustin Segura Iglesias is 60 m away, Iglesia de San Mateo is 90 m away and Puerta de Jerez is 160 m away. Mercado Central is 190 m away and Museo Municipal is 210 m away. Castillo de Guzmán El Bueno is 220 m away and El Castillo Califal is 230 m away.
For a trip to the sea, Playa de Los Lances is 550 m away and Playa Chica is 650 m away; Playa de Valdevaqueros is 7 km away. Tarifa Maritime Terminal, 310 m away, connects with ferries to Tangier. Gibraltar International Airport is 26 km away and Tangier – Ibn Battuta Airport is 41 km away. These distances help you locate the air and sea connections around the town.
A cultural walk can include Sala de Exposiciones Cárcel Real, 140 m away, and the towers of Corchuelo and San Sebastián, 150 and 210 m away. Mercado Virgen del Carmen is 480 m away. In summer, the beaches and wind sports can take up much of the day; Playa de Valdevaqueros offers more options for windsurfing. In spring and autumn, walking tours, cycling routes, hiking, horse riding, snorkelling and scuba diving offer other ways to enjoy the area around Tarifa.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the old town setting. Cleanliness, comfort and facilities receive favourable feedback; WiFi is rated more moderately than the highest-scoring aspects.
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La Estrella de Tarifa is at San Rosendo, 2, in the historic centre. Tarifa Maritime Terminal is 310 m away; you can walk to the accommodation from there, and ferries connect Tarifa with Tangier. Gibraltar International Airport is 26 km away and Tangier – Ibn Battuta Airport is 41 km away. There is no parking at the property.
La Estrella de Tarifa is in the historic centre: Iglesia de San Mateo is 90 m away, Puerta de Jerez is 160 m away and Castillo de Guzmán El Bueno is 220 m away. Mercado Central is 190 m away and Tarifa Maritime Terminal is 310 m away. For a trip to the beach, Playa de Los Lances is 550 m away and Playa Chica is 650 m away.
Yes, La Estrella de Tarifa allows pets. The supplement is EUR 10 per pet per night. The accommodation also provides bowls and baskets for pets, as well as spaces where they can rest alongside their companions.
La Estrella de Tarifa occupies traditional buildings in the historic centre; both the guest house and the apartment have stairs and no lift. For this reason, these spaces are not recommended for guests with reduced mobility.
The independent apartment at La Estrella de Tarifa has two bedrooms and measures 80 m². It has a kitchen, terrace, patio and sea and city views, and accommodates up to four guests. The terrace provides space to enjoy the outdoors, while the kitchen includes utensils, an oven, a hob and a microwave.
Check-in at La Estrella de Tarifa is from 15:00 to 00:00 and check-out is until 11:00. You must let the property know your expected arrival time in advance and present a photo ID and a credit card. Parties are not allowed and quiet hours are from 23:00 to 08:00.
La Estrella de Tarifa offers single and double rooms, a suite with a balcony, a superior option for up to four people and a 35 m² penthouse with city views. There is also an independent two-bedroom apartment with a terrace and sea views, accommodating up to four guests.
Guests under 18 can stay at La Estrella de Tarifa if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. A photo ID and a credit card must be presented at check-in.