Name: El Secreto del Agua
Address: Paseo Pintor Rosales, s/n, Mar de Cristal, Cartagena, Spain, Cartagena, Murcia, ES
Price range: $74–$93 per night
Rating: 8.5

What guests think

Travellers describe El Secreto del Agua as a quiet, beachfront base with beautiful views, clean and comfortable apartments, and generally friendly, helpful staff, offering well equipped rooms and convenient access to the sea for a relaxed stay.

Several reviews note dated furnishings or minor maintenance issues such as uneven decking or tired fixtures. Nearby dining is limited, especially out of season, and breakfast is not provided. Reception is not always staffed and late arrivals may need prearrangement, with occasional noise from a bar event contrasting with otherwise calm stays. Expect a peaceful beachside apartment stay.

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Facilities

A solarium and an elevator are mentioned, with free or easy parking noted by several guests. Some outdoor deck areas could use maintenance.

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10

Bart

Mar 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hele vriendelijke en servicegerichte hoteleigenaar. Appartementenhotel aan het strand, voldoende parkeerplekken in maart, klein café /restaurant om de hoek. Lift aanwezig, redelijke wifi en fijne memoryfoam-matrassen

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Medina

Sep 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Whole experience from booking to checkout was perfect. We arrived late but were provided with a code to obtain our key to the room. Room was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Outside solarium was wonderful but some maintenance need to the deck floor, which was a bit uneven. Staff were very friendly and we would definitely stay here again.

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Thomas

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had the pleasure of this little quiet place right on the edge of Mar Menor. On arrival greeted nicely. By mistake from myself i had accidentally left out our 7 year old daugther from the booking, which caused a bit of planning with extra bed etc. So all in all check in went smooth. The place is a charming building with different pathways, big solarium, and patio with a jacuzzi which also are used by kids to play in. Very quiet area, even though there is possibilites for breakfast, finer dining and lunch. Beach is a stone throw from the entrance and perfect for children. All in all recommendable and we appreciated our stay there

10

Rodolfo

Mar 8, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff, on the beach, free parking.

10

L

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had an amazing stay. The location of the apartment was excellent with an amazing view. The apartment was well equipped although some of the fixtures and fittings were tired and could do with replacing eg coffee table shelving units. Decking on terrace bit wobbly and some.furniture broken.

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Rita

Jun 23, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Det var store rom, bra renhold når du kom. Litt dårlig utstyrt ned spise utstyr. Fantastisk utsikt. Heisen likte jeg ikke. Men er ok sted å bo. Ikke nye å gjøre i nærheten, bør ha bil

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Marta

Oct 23, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

October, business trip, low season looking for a good place to have rest.The site did not tell me about a great concert in the lounge bar of the apartments, and the room assigned was just above the bar. 2:30am and I was still awake. Apart from that, there was a lot of humidity and the apartment, the mattress, the bed, the sheets, everything smelled of moisture. The apartment is much older than what appears in the photos.

10

Wesley

Sep 29, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect stop for some RnR. Loved the private deck overlooking the water. The fully stocked kitchen in our suite was a nice touch. Parking was free and within steps of the front entrance. We definitely will return.

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Cleanliness

Many guests highlight very clean rooms and apartments, with occasional scheduled housekeeping during longer stays. A few note humidity odors or age related wear in some units.

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Maureen

Jun 24, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

From start to finish - excellent! We asked for an early check in if possible, as we were meeting friends... no problem providing no other guest in room. Got there and they were cleaning room, we could sit in reception 30 mins or leave our belongings - 30 min was no problem as we were early. Lovely welcome from receptionnist, showed us our room etc. Went out came back and then walked the 30ft to the beach, then back to Arena Bar for tapas & sundowners. Having the kitchenette was an added bonus especially for that early cup of tea in the morning. Great position, spotlessly clean, brilliant air con, huge shower, lovely staff, would definitely stay again and have already recommended. Not a lot going on around but that suited us fir a little 2 night get away.

10

Christovam

Jan 9, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Suíte muito limpa e bem equipada. Camas confortáveis e vistas maravilhosas.

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Markus Alois

Apr 21, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Ein einfaches Studio, etwas renovationsbedürftig aber sauber. Frühstück in einem andern Restaurant möglich.

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Christer

Mar 9, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Trevlig hjälpsam personal. Rent och fräscht. Vackert läge vid sandstrand. Rummet ok men inte perfekt bl.a. defekt kylskåp.

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Antonio

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

La habitación está impecable, muy limpio, nuevo y reformado. El chico de personal muy atento, servicial y simpático. u Un lugar excepcional para estar cerca del mar de relajado

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Cristina

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Hemos estado una semana y todo muy bien. El apartamento muy amplio, luminoso, todo muy limpio y en muy buen estado. Cada 3 días nos limpiaban el apartamento y cambiaban toallas. Está al lado del mar. La zona muy tranquila. También nos dieron una tarjeta con la cual nos hacían descuentos en los restaurantes que estaban al lado. La atención del personal muy amables. Si volvemos a la zona repetiremos alojamiento.

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Rita

Jun 23, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Det var store rom, bra renhold når du kom. Litt dårlig utstyrt ned spise utstyr. Fantastisk utsikt. Heisen likte jeg ikke. Men er ok sted å bo. Ikke nye å gjøre i nærheten, bør ha bil

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Judith

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a perfect place to stay Comfortable, clean and spacious. I would have preferred a room to the front , but 116 was the only room available at time off booking. 100% recommend to friends and Family

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Marta

Oct 23, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

October, business trip, low season looking for a good place to have rest.The site did not tell me about a great concert in the lounge bar of the apartments, and the room assigned was just above the bar. 2:30am and I was still awake. Apart from that, there was a lot of humidity and the apartment, the mattress, the bed, the sheets, everything smelled of moisture. The apartment is much older than what appears in the photos.

8

Mickaël

Jan 8, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Bon appart hôtel en bordure immédiate du bord de mer. Bonne literie, chambre propre mais vieillissante. Attention, personne à la réception mais bonne réactivité quand on appelle le numéro affiché.

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Rooms

Rooms and apartments are spacious, comfortable, and generally well equipped, often with sea views and kitchenettes. Several mention dated furnishings or minor maintenance issues, and a few note noise or missing features like a safe or balcony.

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Christovam

Jan 9, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Suíte muito limpa e bem equipada. Camas confortáveis e vistas maravilhosas.

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Laura

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Wir waren für 3 Nächte an diesem wunderschönen Ort. Direkt am Strand. Das ist ein absoluter Pluspunkt. Das Personal ist mega nett und freundlich. Das Zimmer ist zweckmäßig. Ausstattung ist schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen,aber es ist alles da,was man braucht. Inklusive kleiner Küchenzeile,die man auch braucht,da es kein Frühstück gibt. Dafür ist die Lage unbezahlbar und der Preis dafür mehr als fair. Insgesamt waren wir sehr zufrieden und würden das Hotel weiterempfehlen. Danke für die schönen Tage!

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Per Johan

Nov 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Savnet balkong.

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GINA

Sep 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Superbe accueil! Dame de l’accueil était Très attentionnée et souriante. Chambre spacieuse et lit confortable! Très belle plage!

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Diana

Oct 12, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Réception shuts at 5.30 so need to arrange later arrivals. Large modern room with kitchenette and modern shower room. No safe in room. No tea/coffee provided. Comfortable bed. Limited housekeeping. Very limited dining in vicinity.

10

Christer

Mar 9, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Trevlig hjälpsam personal. Rent och fräscht. Vackert läge vid sandstrand. Rummet ok men inte perfekt bl.a. defekt kylskåp.

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L

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had an amazing stay. The location of the apartment was excellent with an amazing view. The apartment was well equipped although some of the fixtures and fittings were tired and could do with replacing eg coffee table shelving units. Decking on terrace bit wobbly and some.furniture broken.

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Rita

Jun 23, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Det var store rom, bra renhold når du kom. Litt dårlig utstyrt ned spise utstyr. Fantastisk utsikt. Heisen likte jeg ikke. Men er ok sted å bo. Ikke nye å gjøre i nærheten, bør ha bil

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Judith

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a perfect place to stay Comfortable, clean and spacious. I would have preferred a room to the front , but 116 was the only room available at time off booking. 100% recommend to friends and Family

10

Wesley

Sep 29, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect stop for some RnR. Loved the private deck overlooking the water. The fully stocked kitchen in our suite was a nice touch. Parking was free and within steps of the front entrance. We definitely will return.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, and late check ins can be accommodated via codes when arranged. Reception hours can be limited or unstaffed, with rare reports of unfriendly service.

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Belinda

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely small hotel, it is in a perfect location and the views are amazing.The staff were friendly and professional. We have a property in Mar De Crystal and needed more space with family visiting. We will definitely recommend to our friends and will also visit again

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Judith

Sep 11, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

This is my third time here and I have always had a very pleasant stay. Front reception lady was very pleasant, welcoming and friendly.

10

Carlos

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff treated us like family. This is a hidden gem with gorgeous views and easy dining/cafe. It's located on the beach with a beautiful walkway. Great AC and hot water.

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Medina

Sep 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Whole experience from booking to checkout was perfect. We arrived late but were provided with a code to obtain our key to the room. Room was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Outside solarium was wonderful but some maintenance need to the deck floor, which was a bit uneven. Staff were very friendly and we would definitely stay here again.

8

Thomas

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had the pleasure of this little quiet place right on the edge of Mar Menor. On arrival greeted nicely. By mistake from myself i had accidentally left out our 7 year old daugther from the booking, which caused a bit of planning with extra bed etc. So all in all check in went smooth. The place is a charming building with different pathways, big solarium, and patio with a jacuzzi which also are used by kids to play in. Very quiet area, even though there is possibilites for breakfast, finer dining and lunch. Beach is a stone throw from the entrance and perfect for children. All in all recommendable and we appreciated our stay there

8

Diana

Oct 12, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Réception shuts at 5.30 so need to arrange later arrivals. Large modern room with kitchenette and modern shower room. No safe in room. No tea/coffee provided. Comfortable bed. Limited housekeeping. Very limited dining in vicinity.

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Jose Luis

Feb 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Encantadores

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Antonio

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

La habitación está impecable, muy limpio, nuevo y reformado. El chico de personal muy atento, servicial y simpático. u Un lugar excepcional para estar cerca del mar de relajado

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Philippe

Jan 3, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Logement pas top!!! Bruyant, employés pas aimables...... Quitté le logement 2 jours plutôt !

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Mickaël

Jan 8, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Bon appart hôtel en bordure immédiate du bord de mer. Bonne literie, chambre propre mais vieillissante. Attention, personne à la réception mais bonne réactivité quand on appelle le numéro affiché.

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Location

Right on the beach with beautiful views and a calm atmosphere; the shore is only steps away. Activities and dining nearby are limited, particularly in the off season.

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Maureen

Jun 24, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

From start to finish - excellent! We asked for an early check in if possible, as we were meeting friends... no problem providing no other guest in room. Got there and they were cleaning room, we could sit in reception 30 mins or leave our belongings - 30 min was no problem as we were early. Lovely welcome from receptionnist, showed us our room etc. Went out came back and then walked the 30ft to the beach, then back to Arena Bar for tapas & sundowners. Having the kitchenette was an added bonus especially for that early cup of tea in the morning. Great position, spotlessly clean, brilliant air con, huge shower, lovely staff, would definitely stay again and have already recommended. Not a lot going on around but that suited us fir a little 2 night get away.

8

Laura

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Wir waren für 3 Nächte an diesem wunderschönen Ort. Direkt am Strand. Das ist ein absoluter Pluspunkt. Das Personal ist mega nett und freundlich. Das Zimmer ist zweckmäßig. Ausstattung ist schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen,aber es ist alles da,was man braucht. Inklusive kleiner Küchenzeile,die man auch braucht,da es kein Frühstück gibt. Dafür ist die Lage unbezahlbar und der Preis dafür mehr als fair. Insgesamt waren wir sehr zufrieden und würden das Hotel weiterempfehlen. Danke für die schönen Tage!

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Carlos

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff treated us like family. This is a hidden gem with gorgeous views and easy dining/cafe. It's located on the beach with a beautiful walkway. Great AC and hot water.

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Bart

Mar 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hele vriendelijke en servicegerichte hoteleigenaar. Appartementenhotel aan het strand, voldoende parkeerplekken in maart, klein café /restaurant om de hoek. Lift aanwezig, redelijke wifi en fijne memoryfoam-matrassen

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Thomas

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had the pleasure of this little quiet place right on the edge of Mar Menor. On arrival greeted nicely. By mistake from myself i had accidentally left out our 7 year old daugther from the booking, which caused a bit of planning with extra bed etc. So all in all check in went smooth. The place is a charming building with different pathways, big solarium, and patio with a jacuzzi which also are used by kids to play in. Very quiet area, even though there is possibilites for breakfast, finer dining and lunch. Beach is a stone throw from the entrance and perfect for children. All in all recommendable and we appreciated our stay there

10

L

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had an amazing stay. The location of the apartment was excellent with an amazing view. The apartment was well equipped although some of the fixtures and fittings were tired and could do with replacing eg coffee table shelving units. Decking on terrace bit wobbly and some.furniture broken.

10

Maciej

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice quiet area

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GONZALO

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nos encantó la ubicación frente la mar y la tranquilidad del establecimiento

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antonio

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel tranquilo en primera línea. Ideal para decansar

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David

Oct 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice property. Quiet, on the beachfront, great restaurant next door. Will come back there if in the La Manga area again.

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Dining

No on site breakfast and several reviews report limited nearby dining, especially out of season. Guests mention a café or restaurant next door and occasional discounts at local spots.

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Maureen

Jun 24, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

From start to finish - excellent! We asked for an early check in if possible, as we were meeting friends... no problem providing no other guest in room. Got there and they were cleaning room, we could sit in reception 30 mins or leave our belongings - 30 min was no problem as we were early. Lovely welcome from receptionnist, showed us our room etc. Went out came back and then walked the 30ft to the beach, then back to Arena Bar for tapas & sundowners. Having the kitchenette was an added bonus especially for that early cup of tea in the morning. Great position, spotlessly clean, brilliant air con, huge shower, lovely staff, would definitely stay again and have already recommended. Not a lot going on around but that suited us fir a little 2 night get away.

8

Laura

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Wir waren für 3 Nächte an diesem wunderschönen Ort. Direkt am Strand. Das ist ein absoluter Pluspunkt. Das Personal ist mega nett und freundlich. Das Zimmer ist zweckmäßig. Ausstattung ist schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen,aber es ist alles da,was man braucht. Inklusive kleiner Küchenzeile,die man auch braucht,da es kein Frühstück gibt. Dafür ist die Lage unbezahlbar und der Preis dafür mehr als fair. Insgesamt waren wir sehr zufrieden und würden das Hotel weiterempfehlen. Danke für die schönen Tage!

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10

Carlos

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff treated us like family. This is a hidden gem with gorgeous views and easy dining/cafe. It's located on the beach with a beautiful walkway. Great AC and hot water.

10

Bart

Mar 20, 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Hele vriendelijke en servicegerichte hoteleigenaar. Appartementenhotel aan het strand, voldoende parkeerplekken in maart, klein café /restaurant om de hoek. Lift aanwezig, redelijke wifi en fijne memoryfoam-matrassen

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Raylene

Nov 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Even though it was out of season dining options were very limited. The area is lovely and very tranquil. Ran out of hot water before finishing shower.

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Markus Alois

Apr 21, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Ein einfaches Studio, etwas renovationsbedürftig aber sauber. Frühstück in einem andern Restaurant möglich.

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Thomas

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had the pleasure of this little quiet place right on the edge of Mar Menor. On arrival greeted nicely. By mistake from myself i had accidentally left out our 7 year old daugther from the booking, which caused a bit of planning with extra bed etc. So all in all check in went smooth. The place is a charming building with different pathways, big solarium, and patio with a jacuzzi which also are used by kids to play in. Very quiet area, even though there is possibilites for breakfast, finer dining and lunch. Beach is a stone throw from the entrance and perfect for children. All in all recommendable and we appreciated our stay there

8

Diana

Oct 12, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Réception shuts at 5.30 so need to arrange later arrivals. Large modern room with kitchenette and modern shower room. No safe in room. No tea/coffee provided. Comfortable bed. Limited housekeeping. Very limited dining in vicinity.

10

Cristina

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Hemos estado una semana y todo muy bien. El apartamento muy amplio, luminoso, todo muy limpio y en muy buen estado. Cada 3 días nos limpiaban el apartamento y cambiaban toallas. Está al lado del mar. La zona muy tranquila. También nos dieron una tarjeta con la cual nos hacían descuentos en los restaurantes que estaban al lado. La atención del personal muy amables. Si volvemos a la zona repetiremos alojamiento.

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David

Oct 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice property. Quiet, on the beachfront, great restaurant next door. Will come back there if in the La Manga area again.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $88	2 $88	3
4	5 $88	6 $88	7 $88	8 $88	9	10
11	12 $76	13 $76	14 $76	15 $76	16 $76	17
18	19 $76	20 $76	21 $76	22 $76	23 $76	24
25	26 $74	27 $76	28 $76	29 $76	30 $76	31 $75

El Secreto del Agua

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Studio, 1 Double Bed (114)

Loft, Terrace, Sea View (204)

Studio, 1 Double Or 2 Twin Beds, Sea View (106)

Studio, 1 Double Bed (116)

Studio, 1 Double Or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Sea View (122)

Studio, 1 Double Or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Sea View (120)

Studio, 1 Double Or 2 Twin Beds, Sea View (110)

Studio, 1 Double Or 2 Twin Beds (104)

Loft, Terrace, Sea View (202)

Studio, 1 Double Or 2 Twin Beds (108)

Studio, 1 Queen Bed (118)

Studio, 1 Double Or 2 Twin Beds, Sea View (102)

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