Occidental Mar Menor
Cartagena · Region of Murcia · 4 Stars

Occidental Mar Menor

Four-star hotel in Los Urrutias, Cartagena, with a seasonal outdoor pool, rooms with balconies, a Mediterranean restaurant and family activities beside the Mar Menor.

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8.3 Score
1.142 Reviews
4★ Stars
16:00 Check-in
Area Cartagena
Nearby Playa Perla de Levante · 540 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Occidental Mar Menor

Occidental Mar Menor is a 4-star hotel in Los Urrutias, Cartagena, 500 m from Playa de Perla de Levante, with a seasonal outdoor pool. Its coastal setting beside the Mar Menor accompanies a stay with options for relaxing and exercising: the hotel has a gym, tennis courts, table tennis, a children's play area and car hire.

The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a balcony, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Some categories offer pool views, a terrace and a bathtub, as well as larger family and quadruple options. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, and the bar offers a place to enjoy a drink. Breakfast is available as a buffet, with continental, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Private parking is nearby and incurs a daily charge. Reception is open 24 hours, and staff speak English, Spanish and French.

Occidental Mar Menor
★ 8.3 · Very good · 1.142 reviews

Plan your stay at Occidental Mar Menor

Four-star hotel in Los Urrutias, Cartagena, with a seasonal outdoor pool, rooms with balconies, a Mediterranean restaurant and family activities beside the Mar Menor.

Room types

Occidental Mar Menor offers Double, Triple, Family and Quadruple Rooms, as well as a Junior Suite. All rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom; they also come with a balcony and a flat-screen TV. Some have a terrace and pool views, while the room in the annex building overlooks a quiet street.

The 25 m² options are complemented by a 30 m² Junior Suite and 50 m² Quadruple Rooms. The suite has a bathtub and an additional bathroom; some Family Rooms have a sofa bed, while the Quadruple Rooms have space for groups of up to five people. Depending on the category, you can choose a room with twin beds or a double bed. The views, terrace and bed layout can help you choose a room that suits your trip.

Superior Double Room — Occidental Mar Menor
Superior Double Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Pool view

This 25 m² room has a balcony and pool views, as well as air conditioning and a private bathroom. It accommodates two people and offers a choice of two single beds or one large double bed. The flat-screen TV completes the main amenities.

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Double Room with Pool View — Occidental Mar Menor
Double Room with Pool View
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed and 1 Sofa bed or 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • Pool view

This 25 m² room has a terrace with pool views and accommodates three people. The extra-large double bed and sofa bed offer a practical layout for a couple travelling with one companion. It includes air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.

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Junior Suite — Occidental Mar Menor
Junior Suite
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Additional bathroom

At 30 m², the Junior Suite stands out for its bathtub and additional bathroom, features that distinguish it from rooms with a shower. It has a terrace and pool views, as well as air conditioning and a private bathroom. It has two single beds and can accommodate up to three people.

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Superior Double Room with Pool View - 1 or 2 Beds — Occidental Mar Menor
Superior Double Room with Pool View - 1 or 2 Beds
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed or 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • Pool view

This 25 m² room combines pool views with a terrace and sofa bed. It accommodates two people and its main sleeping arrangement consists of two single beds and a sofa bed. Air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV complete the room.

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Superior Family Room — Occidental Mar Menor
Superior Family Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed or 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Pool view

The Superior Family Room offers 25 m², a balcony and pool views. It includes a sofa and two single beds, as well as air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower. Its maximum capacity is two people, making it an option for those who want a family category with outdoor space.

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Superior Quadruple Room — Occidental Mar Menor
Superior Quadruple Room
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • Terrace
  • Pool view

With 50 m² and a capacity of five people, this category has two single beds, one double bed and a sofa bed. The terrace offers pool views, and the bathroom has an additional area. It also has air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

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Quadruple Room — Occidental Mar Menor
Quadruple Room
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • Terrace
  • Pool view

This Quadruple Room also measures 50 m², but accommodates up to four people. It has two single beds, one double bed and a sofa bed, as well as a terrace with pool views. Air conditioning and a private bathroom with an additional area complete its main features.

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Basic Double Room - Annex Building — Occidental Mar Menor
Basic Double Room - Annex Building
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Views

Located in the annex building, this 25 m² room overlooks a quiet street rather than the pool. It has a terrace, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower. It accommodates two people and can be set up with two single beds or one double bed.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay about a 9-minute walk from Playa de Perla de Levante.
  • you want a seasonal outdoor pool and a gym during your stay.
  • you're travelling with family and are interested in the kids' club, play area and children's pool.
  • you want to play tennis or table tennis at the property.
  • you'd find it useful to choose from continental, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or buffet breakfast.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €10 per day.
  • you want a pool that's open all year round: the outdoor pool is seasonal.
  • you're travelling with someone under 18 who isn't accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
  • you want to stay next to a train station: Los Nietos Arenal is 3.3 km away.

Hotel facilities & services

Sports and leisure facilities include a tennis court and equipment, table tennis and diving. There is also a gym, solarium, outdoor furniture and a terrace for spending time outside. Families can make use of the kids' club, entertainment staff, children's play area and children's pool; the property also offers board games and an indoor play area.

The restaurant, café and bar are complemented by a children's buffet and special diet menus on request. Rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a balcony, along with toiletries, towels and a hairdryer. Common areas include a terrace and solarium. The hotel has family rooms, facilities for guests with reduced mobility, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Beach
  • Restaurant
  • Views
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / solarium
  • Beach
  • Kids' club
  • Entertainment staff
  • Diving
  • Table tennis
  • Children's play area
  • Tennis court
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for guests with reduced mobility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Children's pool
  • Gym

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Wine / champagne
  • Children's buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

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

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Views
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Occidental Mar Menor is in Urbanizacion La Perla, in Los Urrutias, within the municipality of Cartagena and beside the Mar Menor shoreline. This coastal town makes it easy to alternate time at the beach with walks around the locality. Playa Perla de Levante is 540 m away and Playa de Los Urrutias is 800 m away; Playa de Punta Brava is also 2.3 km away and Playa de Los Nietos is 3.1 km away. Novo Carthago Bar and Restaurante is 450 m away.

Región de Murcia International Airport is 29 km away, and Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is 71 km away. For train travel, Los Nietos Arenal is 3.3 km away and Los Nietos Viejos is 4 km away. Plaza de los Navegantes is 930 m away, and Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Carmen is 1.3 km away. These distances make it possible to plan visits between the coast and places of interest in the municipality without confusing the area's different beaches.

For a nature outing, P. Reg. Calblanque Mnt. Cenizas is 9 km away; Faro de Cabo de Palos is 12 km away. Monasterio de San Ginés de la Jara is 3.2 km away, while Cueva Victoria and Teatro Circo Apolo are 4.1 km away. Mina Las Matildes, 4.8 km away, offers a visit connected with the area's mining history. In the warmer months, the beaches of the Mar Menor are the main attraction for swimming and spending time by the water; outside summer, you can combine the coastline with cultural visits and excursions around the area.

Playa Perla de Levante — A sandy beach on the Mar Menor for swimming and enjoying the coast. 540 m
P. Reg. Calblanque Mnt. Cenizas — A protected natural area with coastal landscapes and mountain scenery. 9 km
Faro de Cabo de Palos — A coastal lighthouse and landmark for discovering the headland and its shoreline. 12 km
Monastery of San Ginés de la Jara — A historic monastic complex in surroundings connected with local tradition. 3,2 km
Teatro Circo Apolo — A historic theatre building associated with the area's cultural life. 4,1 km
Mina Las Matildes — A former mine connected with Cartagena's industrial heritage. 4,8 km

What guests say about Occidental Mar Menor

8.3
Very good · 1.142 reviews
Staff
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Location
7.1
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.4
Free Wi-Fi
8.9

Guests particularly appreciate the comfort, cleanliness and staff; the facilities and WiFi also receive positive reviews. The surroundings receive more moderate feedback than the day-to-day services, so it's worth bearing in mind the quiet coastal character of Los Urrutias.

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