Hotels in El Toyo

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El Toyo is a picture-postcard beach resort surrounded by tranquil palm trees, terraced pathways and some of the region’s finest unspoilt beaches. Close enough to Almeria for day trips but secluded enough for peace and quiet, it's the ideal retreat for those seeking a restful and relaxing holiday in the sun.

Puerto de Sagunto offers a wide number of hotel options, including beachfront properties with instant access to the sea.


Neighbourhoods of El Toyo

Explore Puerto de Sagunto’s peaceful neighbourhoods‎:

  • Playa El Toyo: This pretty and long stretch of natural pebble and sand beach is an idyllic location. There's a pretty beachside bar, Chiringuito el Patio Beach, and a wealth of waterfront restaurants along Paseo Marítimo de Retamar.
  • Plaza del Mar: This square contains a number of excellent eateries and terraced bars. Placed back away from the beach, many of the restaurants provide pretty views over a tranquil manmade lake. Terraced paths lead directly to the beach from many of the surrounding hotels.
  • Retamar : El Toyo’s neighbour offers an excellent beach, Playa del Retamar, as well as a greater variety of restaurants. The town’s sandy, tree-lined park, stretches from the town centre to the beach region.

What to see and do in El Toyo

El Toyo's unspoilt and uncrowded beaches are the perfect sun-and-sand-based antidotes. There aren't any bustling parasols or sun loungers here, just superb ocean views. With pretty, terraced restaurants and bars, why not take a relaxing after-dinner walk along the Paseo Maritimo, a beautiful nature reserve with abundant birdlife. There are also a number of fine water activities in nearby Retamar. You can also play golf in the resident resort, Alboran, an 18-hole par 72 course. The stunning Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park is also accessible by car, offering one of Spain's most unique coastal ecosystems. If you're travelling with children, Mini Hollywood and Western Leone, a theme park area recreating the Wild West, is a must-visit.


What to eat in El Toyo

El Toyo has a fine number of restaurants serving up international classics and local specialities. In particular, this region is marked by its abundant fish and fresh seafood, as well as the flavours of nearby Murcia. Some local dishes to try include the tapas favourite, Patatas bravas (potatoes served in a spicy tomato source), Ajoblanco (chilled bread soup with almonds), Migas (semolina often served with green peppers), Calamares en aceite (tender-cooked squid), Gurullos (a pasta often served with stew) and Aho colorado (a rich fish stew with cumin and red peppers). The Almeria area also offers a wide variety of wines and spirits to pair with your food.


Typical events and festivals in El Toyo

El Toyo generally sees two major festivities in neighbouring Retamar. Las fiestas de Retamar take place in July in honour of Nuestra Señora de Retamar. Parties last over several days with feasts and music. The Romería de Torregarcía, a local pilgrimage, is particularly important. Aside from the religious pilgrimage, you can expect street parties with shared food and drink. Other common events include the Virgen del Carmen fiesta with boat processions in July.

How to move around in El Toyo

El Toyo is extremely small and compact, so you can traverse the area easily on foot. There is a local public bus network for travel to Almeria and Retamar, but a rental car is required for longer day trips.

The climate in El Toyo

El Toyo has a warm Mediterranean climate marked by hot, dry summers with normal highs of 30°C. Winters are generally mild with a few days of rain and temperatures rarely dipping below 10°C.


More interesting facts about and sights in El Toyo



Visitors to El Toyo will want to explore the nearby port city of Almeria, some 15km west. Almeria is home to a number of important historic sites and museums, including the truly spectacular Alcazaba fortress, the 15th-century Almeria Cathedral and the excellent Museum of Almeria.

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