Mar de Cristal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Murcia which includes heritage architecture and a city

Roman Theater

5/5(2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cartagena with a stop at Roman Theater. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its bars.

Roman Theater
Cala Cortina

Cala Cortina

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cala Cortina during your trip to Cartagena?

Cala Cortina

Islas Menores

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Islas Menores might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mar de Cristal.

Islas Menores

Playa de Mar de Cristal

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de Mar de Cristal during your trip to Cartagena? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Playa de Mar de Cristal

Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores during your trip to Cartagena? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores

La Manga Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Atamaria at La Manga Club. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

La Manga Club

Activities

Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting

Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting

AU$139
per adult
Ancient Rome gastronomic experience - wine tasting
3 Tapas Cartagena walking tour

3 Tapas Cartagena walking tour

AU$84
per adult
3 Tapas Cartagena walking tour
Cartagena 6-hour Private Tour with Port Pickup and Drop Off

Cartagena 6-hour Private Tour with Port Pickup and Drop Off

AU$2,983
per adult
Cartagena 6-hour Private Tour with Port Pickup and Drop Off
Fuensanta Sanctuary

Murcia Full Day Private Tour from Cartegena

AU$1,141
per traveller
Murcia Full Day Private Tour from Cartegena
Meet your local guides. Virtual guided tour Cartagena

Virtual guided tour Cartagena

AU$132
per traveller
Virtual guided tour Cartagena
Cartagena City Hall

Shore Excursion: 4-Hour Cartagena Walking Tour

AU$527
per traveller
Shore Excursion: 4-Hour Cartagena Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Mar de Cristal Hotel Deals

El Secreto del Agua
El Secreto del Agua
3 out of 5
Calle Pintor Rosales, s/n, Cartagena, Murcia
The price is AU$189 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$189
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions La Manga Club and Mar Menor are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews)
"Nice quiet area"

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

El Secreto del Agua
DoubleTree by Hilton La Torre Golf & Spa Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton La Torre Golf & Spa Resort
5 out of 5
Calle Anchoa, 6, Torre-Pacheco
The price is AU$160 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$160
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Torre-Pacheco. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (314 reviews)
Comfortable
"Great stay in a very comfortable hotel. Would recommend to anyone."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton La Torre Golf & Spa Resort
Hotel Sercotel Carlos III
Hotel Sercotel Carlos III
3 out of 5
Carlos III, 49, Cartagena, Murcia
The price is AU$102 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$102
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (476 reviews)
"The room was small but clean. Comfy bed and a good free breakfast. Great city to walk, favorite on the Spanish coast"

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Hotel Sercotel Carlos III
Poseidon La Manga Hotel & Spa - Designed for Adults
Poseidon La Manga Hotel & Spa - Designed for Adults
4 out of 5
Gran Via, km. 6.5, La Manga del Mar Menor, San Javier, Murcia
The price is AU$160 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$160
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Javier. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (240 reviews)
"i loved everything the staff was very friendly and extremely helpful. the room was very neat and clean. the view was stunning. was amazing!!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2025

Poseidon La Manga Hotel & Spa - Designed for Adults
Occidental Mar Menor
Occidental Mar Menor
4 out of 5
Urbanizacion La Perla, Cartagena, Cartagena
The price is AU$179 per night from 24 June to 25 June
AU$179
24 June - 25 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mar Menor and La Manga ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (62 reviews)
"Fantastic facilities and staff all great."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

Occidental Mar Menor
Hotel Sercotel Alfonso XIII
Hotel Sercotel Alfonso XIII
4 out of 5
Paseo Alfonso XIII, nº 40, Cartagena, Murcia
The price is AU$135 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$135
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cartagena. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (288 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean but a little dated. The staff was excellent. I wish we had stayed a little closer to the downtown shops on Calle Mayor, but it was still walkable. Overall, a very nice stay."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Hotel Sercotel Alfonso XIII
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Other neighbourhoods around Mar de Cristal

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Los Nietos

Travellers like the beaches in Los Nietos, and Los Nietos Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Los Nietos
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Los Belones

Though Los Belones may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa de Mar de Cristal and Islas Menores.

Los Belones
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Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés

Unique features of Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés include the golf courses and spas. Make a stop by Calblanque, Monte de las Cenizas y Peña del Águila Regional Park or Playa de Mar de Cristal while you're exploring the area.

Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés
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Playa Honda

While visiting Playa Honda, you might make a stop by sights like Mar Menor and Playa Lomas del Castillico.

Playa Honda
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Cabo de Palos

Travellers like the historical sites in Cabo de Palos, and Lighthouse of Cabo de Palos is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cabo de Palos
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El Beal

El Beal is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Los Nietos Beach and El Vivero.

El Beal

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