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Hotel El Dorado

Property class: 3
3-star beachfront hotel near Playa de los Barquicos

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Photo gallery for Hotel El Dorado

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by buildings with balconies.
A beach with a sandy shore and a rocky cliff.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal view with the sea and a rocky cliff.
A spacious lobby with a white sofa, wooden chairs, a piano, and a large rug.
A grand piano, two ornate chairs, and a glass door leading to an outdoor area with tables and chairs.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Camino Viejo de Garrucha, 24, Almería, Carboneras, Andalusia, 04140
  • Place, Playa de los Barquicos
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Castillo de San Andrés
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Almeria (LEI)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, a red curtain, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A double bed with a red throw blanket, two bedside tables with lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Triple Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room (Orientada al Mar)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are two wall-mounted lamps and a telephone on the desk.

Triple Room (Orientada al Mar)

  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a red blanket, two bedside lamps, and patterned pillows.

Standard Single Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room (Orientada al Mar)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a telephone, and a view of the sea through a glass door.

Single Room (Orientada al Mar)

  • Sea view
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Orientada al Mar)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, wardrobe, and a small cabinet.

Double Room (Orientada al Mar)

  • Ocean view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Carboneras

On the beach.At this Carboneras hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Playa de los Barquicos and 3 miles (5 km) of Playa del Algarrobico. Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Playa Venta del Bancal is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa de los Barquicos - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Castillo de San Andrés - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Sierra Cabrera - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Torre del Rayo - 10 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Almeria (LEI) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪12 del doce - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Santero - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ajo Y Guindilla - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taperia "El Escándalo - ‬12 min walk
  • El Cortijo

About this property

Hotel El Dorado

3-star beachfront hotel near Playa de los Barquicos
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 beach bars, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. A meeting room and coworking spaces are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel El Dorado. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Carboneras hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel El Dorado offers 29 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include sports massages and massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Half board rate plans do not include drinks with meals.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to May 31:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of EUR 25 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 8.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 8 for children
  • Pet deposit: EUR 25 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit/debit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel El Dorado to the airport?

Hotel El Dorado is 39 mi (53-min drive) away from the Almeria (LEI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel El Dorado have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel El Dorado.

How close is Hotel El Dorado to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel El Dorado offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel El Dorado, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12 for adults and EUR 8 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel El Dorado?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Dorado?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel El Dorado?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel El Dorado have a pool?

Hotel El Dorado features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hotel El Dorado have a restaurant?

Hotel El Dorado is home to Zhivago, which features Mediterranean cuisine, ocean views, and a beachfront location. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from October 1 to May 31.

Does Hotel El Dorado have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is Hotel El Dorado to downtown Carboneras?

Hotel El Dorado is 0.5 mi away from Carboneras.

Hotel El Dorado Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good Ocean Front
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Classic hotel

We’ll maintained classic hotel with a nice stretch of beach! Service was excellent thanks to Enrique, Wilson and the lady at the front desk in the mornings. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at the El Dorado.

Excellent small hotel at the eastern end of Carboneras playa. Lots of history, great sea views and helpful staff. Good food in the restaurant if not a little overpriced. Nice pool and sunbathing area. Fifteen minutes walk along the front to the centre. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francisco Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Viaje a Playa de los muertos

Todo excelente y sobre todo el recepcionista. Volvería a ir. Lo que no me gustó es carboneras.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bien situé et tres beau paysage
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fco. Jesús Pozo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel sencillo, tranquilo y con acceso directo a la playa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pedro Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Maravilloso

Maravilloso. Recepcion nos ayudó muchísimo. Nos informó de los mejores sitios para cenar y desayunar. Nos tenia la calefacción encendida para cuando llegáramos. Un diez
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Está muy bien situado, zona tranquila y al mismo tiempo estás cerca del centro. La decoración con los muebles utilizados en la película de Laurence de Arabia, con fotos de los protagonistas. Por ponerle un pero las habitaciones algo anticuadas y en mi caso me tocó una sin terraza, por lo que no teníamos para colgar las toallas cuando venía.os de la playa o de la piscina. La piscina estaba genial, el agua no estaba fría y daba gusto meterse. Situado en frente de la playa. Excelente experiencia.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnificas vistas al mar
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lidia

Liked: Staff & service

Bien para estar 2 días y conocer el pueblo

Como positivo, Enrique en recepción, encantador. -aire acondicionado en la habitación y las toallas blancas y nuevas, y una mini nevera. Aparcamiento en la puerta . Luego pues mi habitación daba a la carretera, verás , que no había ruido en la zona . Los muebles tienen más de 50 años , en la bañera había algunos pelos , diferentes tipos de azulejos y de suelos , todo un poco obsoleto, hay hostales mucho pero que mucho mejores, en cuánto a comodidad, a la cama se le salía algún muelle . A pie de playa , puerta con acceso directo , así que, baño en la playa y subida a la tumbona del hotel y piscina (la usamos poco pero buen detalle que lo agradecen quienes lleven niños )
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Travaux de rénovation nécessaire

Nous avons eu une chambre vieillotte au RDC spacieuse donnant sur une terrasse avec une vue sur la mer et la montagne, les serrures ont besoin d’être changer Le climatiseur se retrouve derrière les rideaux donc pour en profiter ne pas tirer les rideaux La Wifi est faible avec un internet qui se coupe de temps en temps Petit déjeuner simple
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

thomas

No internet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pavel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
plage, mer
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mejor de lo que aparace en las fotografías

Destacar su tranquilidad, es muy silencioso, y su ubicación, justo frente al mar.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La estancia muy bien el bufé del desayuno estupendo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I liked it 25 years ago, and I still !like it.

The decor always was a strange mix of classical and rather tacky gold painted mock baroc, some of it looking as if it had been knocked up by carpenters on set. - and it quite possibly was. The hotel was initially built for visit ing movie stars, and the current owners have preserved the signed photos of big names who stayed there 40 years ago while filming around Almeria. Not too much has been changed, just bettered. The pool area has been rebuilt, and my ensuite was modern and new, but the room retained a slightly old fashioned feel which I thought was charming. It has a very chilled atmosphere, and decent WiFi throughout, so you can sit in the lounge and watch Netflix on your tablet, or out at the pool. You can run a tab at the bar (a nice touch), and the only slightly negative comment is about the restaurant. Friendly service, lovely setting but by offering a limited provincial menu - served on unheated plates, - we thought it disappointing. But I still really enjoyed two nights there and would happily have stayed for longer. :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

hm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel near the sea!

We stayed here for a week. As it was just out of the seasons, the area was very quiet which we wanted... The hotel room was facing the sea and we really enjoyed the sunset, sunrise the sound of the waves!! The staff including cleaners are very nice. The room was cleaned every day including Sunday. It takes 45-1 hour to get to Almeria but there is no public transpout. You will need a car to see around. We recommend for families, couples but probably not for youngstars who love clubbing, drinking!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Necesita reforma de habitación, sobretodo el baño,

Personal bastante lento a la hora de atender y las habitaciones muy anticuadas, necesario reforma
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

viajera

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Hotel con encanto en la misma playa

Hotel pequeñito con pocos servicios alrededor pero en la misma playa. Los restaurantes a 10 minutos andando. Ideal para quien busque playa y tranquilidad
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aub

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Jem in today's world

A rare hotel full of original character and Spanish charm. Staff most obliging and happy Unfortunately as we were the only room occupied no staff on for bar or food unless requested, but this made us use all local amenities. Weather very mixed for the week, however a very enjoyable stay would recommend for anyone wanting a laid back relaxing time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Veldig bra hotell og utrolig valuta for pengene.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

EL Dorado

Super séjour, très relaxant au bord de la mer avec une piscine privée en plus!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel confortable con una situación inmejorable.

Nos ha gustado mucho este hotel, mejoraría el baño. A pie de playa, pequeño, acogedor y con un personal muy amable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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