Los Canos de Meca is a beautiful beach town located in eastern Cape Trafalgar, Costa de la Luz, Spain. The town boasts gorgeous beaches surrounded by pine tree forests and cliffs. It is the historical site of the famous 1805 Battle of Trafalgar. It became popular as a favorite beach destination for surfers and beatnik travelers. This virgin territory in Cadiz Province and autonomous region in Andalusia is a challenge to access due to its location. It could be reached by taking the small northern side roads of Vejer de la Frontera or through the coastal road along north Barbate. If you are looking for a bohemian summer holiday, Los Canos de Meca is the perfect place to visit. There are several vacation rentals within the area that feature cozy, home-style accommodations ideal for family vacations. These are near the beach and other town attractions like the El Pirata, the famous restaurant overlooking the sea serving delicious seafood dishes, and Cape Trafalgar where you will see the historical lighthouse illuminating the coast. Read on and choose from our list of Airbnb vacation rentals below.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 23, 2024.
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1. Apartment with sea views (from USD 313)
CASARA is a cluster of rural homes near Zahora Beach that have been designed in African-Mediterranean style. It’s a peaceful and private property with an exclusive footpath to the beach. The cottage has 3 floors and is perfect for a couple or a small family of 4. The ground floor features a spacious, modern fully equipped kitchen. The first floor has a bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, and free towels. The living room has earth-toned accents and is cozy for lounging while watching TV. The 2 bedrooms on the second floor have double beds with linens and wonderful sea views from the windows. It’s located right on Cadiz Beach and an hour’s drive to Zahara de los Atunes, Conil, Vejer, and Traifa. It’s 40 minutes away from old Cadiz where you can enjoy the bars at “Pueblos Blancos” or white hill towns. Enjoy outdoor activities like horseback riding, fishing, surfing, sailing, and golf. The nearby town attractions are Acantilado Natural Park and Torre de Meca.
Top guest reviews
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it is very cleanits quiet relaxed and the apartments are clean fully equiped and very nice lookinghonestly the place is really clean and a good “home base” to explore the areaHost:
well equipped kitchen and a very friendly and helpful hostreally quiet and relaxed area and nice garden sara has been super helpful with everythingsara was super friendly tooRead more reviewsLocation:
we recommend this place and hope to return during summera beautiful beach is to be found within walking distance with nice beach barsit's the perfect place to come down and relax3 small and bigger supermarkets very close and super usefulit is a great place to stay
2. Native-style house (from USD 112)
This charming native-style house has concrete walls, straw roofing, and beams made from wood. The vaulted ceiling is made of bamboo. The living room, dining area, and kitchen have an open layout on the ground floor. The 2 bedrooms are on the upper floor and features 2 huge beds with thick mattresses and bamboo bed frames. The outdoor patio has rattan furniture. Enjoy outdoor barbecues with food grilled in the traditional stone oven. The garden has a lot of greenery and clay pots for accents. The bathroom comes with free essentials and shampoo. Amenities include a flat-screen TV, heating, free parking, washing facilities, Wi-Fi, and a baby crib upon request. Smoking and pets are allowed. The nearest beach is 5 minutes away and other beaches like Bull Route, White Villages Route, Tarifa, and Bolognia are nearby. A park is just behind the house.
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great house in local rural style with nice swimming pool areaCleanliness:
rooms were spacious and there were lots of original touchesRead more reviewsLocation:
nice little hut close to the beach (5 min walk)
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3. House in the center and 1 minute away from the beach (from USD 269)
The rental is on Trafalgar Avenue in the city center, near Canos de Meca Beach and Pequena Lulu, and the beach is right across the street. This spacious stone house has modern furniture and interiors. It’s a luxurious stay for 8 guests with 4 big bedrooms with huge beds. The 2 living rooms and outdoor patio have a lot of seating space. The fully equipped kitchen has a small breakfast nook. The bathroom features a tub and hotel-style shower. Amenities include a flat screen TV, fireplace, free essentials, free heating, laundry facilities, Wi-Fi, and a hairdryer. Pets and smoking are allowed.
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gustavo is also very helpful and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
2min walk from the beach: great location the place is nice really clean and calmlovely place right by the beach in caños de meca
4. The perfect house for family beach time (from USD 200)
The magnificent Arauca House is steps from the beach and a block away from Casa Arauca. This traditional Spanish-style house made of stones and red bricks with white walls has a lot of outdoor space complete with a patio, pergola, and a rooftop terrace where you can enjoy ocean views. It’s near Cape Trafalgar Lighthouse and Brena National Park. The 3 bedrooms sleep 6 guests. The spacious living room has a fireplace and natural lighting during the day. The master bedroom has a private bathroom with a tub and shower. The kitchen is fully equipped to cook family meals. The second bathroom is at the back of the house. Enjoy sunbathing and barbecues on the patio while others can lounge at the table. Amenities include a TV, free essentials, heating, air-conditioning, laundry facilities, a hairdryer, Wi-Fi, baby equipment available upon request, and free parking. Natural spring water for drinking is sourced from the park.
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what a wonderful house; peaceful and comfortable with a great garden roof terrace and patiothe bedroom and other rooms were very goodCleanliness:
well organised and clean housebeautiful and clean house close to various spacious (when you calculate the tides ) beachestake your pick:) this house is a holiday dream location very clean with a cosy family-feel to itHost:
monique and miguel were welcoming hosts taking excellent care of all our needsmonique was especially welcoming and kindthanks for being perfect hostsmonique is a superb host with great communication and great response timemonique was very helpful and present when we needed herRead more reviewsLocation:
from the house it is a three-minute walk to a nice sand beachvery well situated and very peaceful placeit is very close to the sea and located in the most beautiful area of cañosthe beach is so close and other beautiful beaches are closesuper location the ocean is literally at the end of the street
5. Varadero Beach penthouse (from USD 183)
The studio is 5 minutes away from La Costa de la Luz Beach, near La Brena Natural Park, and 10 minutes away from Vejer. This spacious accommodation sleeps 3 people with its huge double bed. It features clean, pure white interiors decorated with Moroccan tiles and wood flooring. Enjoy outdoor meals with ocean views on the small shaded terrace. The small kitchenette has a microwave and coffee maker. The bathroom has a modern design and walk-in shower. Other amenities include free essentials, towels, linens, free parking, TV, wireless Internet, heating, air-conditioning, and laundry facilities.
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the apartment has a big roof-deck which we have really appreciatedemilio also has a great movie collection and the wifi works very wellthe room is absolutely perfect everything you need is there including a great speakerother pluses - the shower bluetooth speaker comfortable bedthe outside space doubles the available room and is perfect for reading or eatingCleanliness:
everything was very clean and we felt very comfortablethe rooms were clean and well equippedthe apartment is nice and cleanthe apartment is well stocked clean and comfortablesuch a great apartment - bright and clean very relaxingHost:
perfect host excellent placeemilio was a very helpful host and always quick to respond to any questionsemilio is a great hostalso emilio really is the best hostfast reply and friendly communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location and wonderful roomloved the location - great placegreat location loved watching the sunset from the lighthousegreat place and amazing location close to the beachthe location is a 5-10 minute easy walk to the beach with restaurants cafes and shop en route
6. The Blue House (from USD 2147)
The handsome blue-gray bungalow features a tasteful mix of modern and traditional interiors. This home is located 1 minute away from Canos de Mecca Beach, and it’s also near Zahora and Palmar Beaches. It’s a 20-minute drive to Vejer de la Frontera where fancy restaurants can be found. The house is relaxing for 6 people. A fireplace warms the huge living room and dining area. The 3 bedrooms contain double beds and 2 single beds. The all-white kitchen with aquamarine accents is fully equipped with modern kitchen appliances. The bathroom has a tub and shower. There are two patios for barbecues and entertaining guests. The backyard has a hammock and mini playground that is ideal for kids and pets. The swimming pool has a snack bar. Amenities include a TV, heating, air-conditioning, laundry facilities, Wi-Fi, free parking, and free essentials.
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the beds are the most comfortable we’ve had in any home on the tripvery comfortable stay and a beautiful nice gardenCleanliness:
clean spacious and comfortableeverything was clean and well presented and so many facilities to usethe house is very well equipped with comfortable outside seating areas and immaculately clean throughoutstylish beach house very close to lovely clean beaches and good restaurantsHost:
jose manuel is a great hostjose was a great host responding to any questions quickly and with good local informationjose and his family are wonderful hostsjose manuel is a great host very responsive and helpfuljose and his wife were excellent hosts and we absolutely loved staying in their beautiful homeRead more reviewsLocation:
there are a lot of excellent fish restaurants within walking distancefantastic place close to the beautiful beach on a quite streetthe apartment was great nice atmosphere and close to the beach highly recommendedgreat location and super friendly and thoughtful hostsbut it is a great location to explore the region (sevilla vejer jeres cadiz tarifa
7. House with a patio and parking
The tiny house is adjacent to the owner’s main house in a secure, urban neighborhood just 5 minutes away from the beach and behind La Brena Natural Park. This single bedroom bungalow is ideal for single travelers or a couple with a child. The room has a double bed with linens and a thick mattress. It has a bathroom with a shower and a small living room with lots of books and a TV. Other amenities include heating, Wi-Fi, free parking, free essentials, a baby crib upon request, and laundry facilities. Enjoy a garden setting while eating your meals on the shaded patio. There is no kitchen, but you can use the kitchen facilities in the main house with the owner’s permission.
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2.89 km (1.8 mi) from Faro de TrafalgarTop guest reviews
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the guesthouse is perfect for a couple as it has a double bed with an ensuite bathrooma peaceful spacious well-decorated bedroom/bathroom apartment on the quiet far end of cañosthe room had everything we needed and was very welcomingit is a wonderful set up with a private room and bathroom in an outside private spaceCleanliness:
very cosy and very clean and tidyit's not very spacious but clean and has a bathroom a big wardrobe and everything you might needthe location is very safe very clean and exactly as advertisedheinke was very nice and the place was very cleanthe accommodation was nice and clean and very close to the beachHost:
heinke was a wonderful host who treated us like extended familyshe is a very kind and generous hostlovely little holiday stay with a lovely hostthank you heinke for being the perfect host and make us feel specialheinke is a wonderful thoughtful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location and comfort were idealwe really liked this placeif you are looking for a getaway in a beautiful location i highly recommend this placeit was quiet private secure and a two minute walk from the beachthe location is perfect and the place cozy and friendly
8. Apartment at Playas del Estrecho, Canos de Meca
The apartment is in a residential area near Los Canos de Meca’s coastline, Brena Natural Park, and Trafalgar Lighthouse. This cozy 1-bedroom accommodates 2 people. It has all-white interiors, is fully furnished, and is very clean and comfortable with sea views from a small balcony adjacent to the living room. The small kitchen has an oven, refrigerator, and microwave. The bathroom has a tub and shower. Amenities include a TV, free essentials, free parking, laundry facilities, free breakfast, and access to the pool and gym.
2.47 km (1.6 mi) from Faro de Trafalgar
9. New building next to the beach
This newly built home accommodates 2 people comfortably. It’s nearby the Natural Park Reserve and 200 meters (0.12 miles) from the beach. The rental is spacious and simply furnished. The bedroom has a double bed and is decorated with vibrant blue and white. The basic kitchen has rustic wooden counters. The living room and dining area have pastel accents giving the interiors a warm vibe. You can sunbathe and have outdoor meals on the patio. The bathroom has a stand-in shower. The owner loves to mingle with guests and offers to accompany them to the Barbate fresh produce market where he goes twice a week. He offers an exclusive airport pickup service. Enjoy surfing, swimming, sailing, horseback riding, and biking by the beach. The nearby bus stop can take you to Seville and Cadiz.
2.58 km (1.6 mi) from Faro de Trafalgar
10. The dark houses
These gorgeous wooden cabins are clustered beside the park and Los Canos Beach. Each cabin sleeps 4 guests with its two huge bedrooms and 3 beds. The cabins are connected by a long hallway and share a 200-meter (0.12 mile) private garden. Chill out in the garden on a comfy divan under a covered shed. The basic kitchen is for cooking simple meals. The tiny bathroom has a toilet, sink, and enclosed shower. Amenities include a TV, heating, essentials, and a washer. Pets and smoking are allowed. Landmarks like the Trafalgar Lighthouse and the park are nearby.
1.63 km (1.1 mi) from Faro de Trafalgar
Enjoy the beach paradise of Los Canos de Meca
The beaches of Los Canos de Meca are best enjoyed by staying for a few days. There are several home-like stays in the vicinity that offer very affordable rates with awesome accommodations. These are the perfect places to stay that will make your beach holiday truly memorable!
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