Taking you to southern Spain in this article, we will discuss a not-so-common location, Rodalquilar. In case you haven’t heard of it before, Rodalquilar is a small village in Almeria province in the Andalusia community. I am positive that something must have clicked by now with the name Andalusia! If you couldn’t guess, Andalusia was mentioned in the famous novel ‘The Alchemist’. The protagonist ‘Santiago’ the shepherd was from this region of Spain. Anyway, this nearly unpopulated area was once a very busy town because of its gold mines but when the reserves were exhausted, it turned into a ghost town. Thanks to the tourism industry, this village is again shining. And why not, Rodalquilar has many reasons to be popular. There is an abandoned gold mine, some mural caves, a botanical garden, many crystal-clear beaches and a fossilized castle by the beach. The region is also very popular amongst film-makers for its geographic distinctions. If you ever want to visit this village, check out the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Rodalquilar, Spain, listed 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 December 05, 2024.
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1. Serene townhouse with a terrace (from USD 83)
This charming townhouse in Rodalquilar is nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Parque Natural del Cabo de Gata-Níjar. On the first floor, you’ll find a cozy living room, a welcoming kitchen, and a delightful porch perfect for sipping your morning coffee while enjoying the natural beauty around you. Climb up to the third floor to revel in the panoramic mountain and valley views from a private terrace with outdoor furniture.
Long-term stays will be a breeze with all the amenities provided, including a high chair, baby bath, and children’s tableware if you’re traveling with kids. Thanks to free parking on the premises, you can bring your vehicle to explore nearby gems, such as Las Negras, La Isleta del Moro, and Cortijo del Fraile.
2. Tranquil retreat for long-term rentals (from USD 105)
Imagine waking up to the gentle warmth of the pellet stove in the living room or snuggling under the blankets in the master bedroom with its own electric radiator. As you sip your morning coffee, enjoy the picturesque park view from the balcony for a soothing start to your day.
Entertainment awaits with a TV and a collection of captivating books ideal for quiet afternoons. The well-equipped kitchen invites culinary adventures, while the dedicated workspace ensures you can stay productive throughout your visit.
Worried about parking? Fear not! Free on-street parking is available. You’ll also feel at ease knowing your furry friends are welcome. If you’re planning a longer stay, you’re in luck. This home in Rodalquilar allows monthly rentals as well.
3. Stay within the natural park (from USD 72)
Cabo de Gata-Nijar is a natural park in the Andalusia region. In fact, it is the largest coastal protected region due to the distinct geological features it encompasses. This holiday rental in Rodalquilar is located inside the natural reserve. As you can see from the pictures, the terrace faces the hills of Almeria province, and it is still well within the village bounds. Only the first floor of this property is for hire, as the owner still lives in the ground floor. The interesting part about this option is that host works at the information point of the park. Certainly, he can share some popular places to visit in Rodalquilar. The Airbnb can accommodate only two guests because there is only one bed and bath. Notable amenities include a patio, an indoor fireplace, a television, WiFi, and a baby crib.
Top guest reviews
Host:
marta was a great host and my dogs were made very welcomeaccommodation was exactly as described and marta was a friendly and welcoming hostmarta was the perfect host friendly and discrete at the same timemarta is an excellent hostmarta is a warm and welcoming host and always there if you need some help or adviceLocation:
a lovely apartment in a nice quiet location/villagea great apartment in a beautiful locationrodalquilar is a charming village close to some excellent walking trailsalso the location is fabulous with magnificent beaches and mountain viewsrodalquilar is a sweet quiet town in the middle of a wonderful park cabo de gataCleanliness:
the house was very clean and it had everything you might needmarta is a fantastic host the apartment was clean and the communication with her greatthe apartment is really nice and very cleanall was clean and the kitchen has all you needher upstairs apartment is bright and breezy very clean and comfortable and had everything we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the terrace which is bigger than the apartment is south facing and the best place to have breakfastgreat apartment terrace lovely to sit out init is a very comfortable apartement with a large terrace with shadow and sunshineit is a very comfortable space and attractively furnished with pretty tiling in the kitchen area and bathroom
4. Charming abode in a fishing village (from USD 58)
This abode is in Isleta del Moro, a small fishing village. The village is scenic, each building and structure in this village is neat and brightly whitewashed. It seems as if we are looking at some stereotypical vacation postcard. The home is designed keeping in mind the maximum comfort of its guests. The beach is steps away from this apartment. The calm waters provide a good opportunity for swimming and diving. In fact, there is even a diving club here. Amenities include central heating, air-conditioning, and cable television. This Airbnb is also ideal for two guests as it has one bedroom and one bath.
Top guest reviews
Host:
elena and jose antonio were friendly and very helpful as hoststhey are very helpful and flexiblethe apartment was great and elena was very responsiveLocation:
the apartment was located in a superb locationgood location for touring cabo de gata parkwell equipped apartment in a great locationthe village is very quiet and beautifulnice location close to the sea front modern flat with great facilitiesCleanliness:
very clean and nice decorclean bright space with a relaxed atmospherethe apartment is very well equipped and sparklingly cleanit is an useful flat very cleanthe apartment is spacious and was very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
would be perfect if it had wifilovely apartment with sea viewwe were extremely pleased with our week long stay at this apartment in isleta del morothe village is stunning with the apartment facing the beach so early morning beach walks were very atmospherica great little apartment with a sea view ideally located for exploring the cabo de gata national park
5. Traditional home shaded by bougainvilleas (from USD 175)
If you’re seeking a more traditional place to stay in Rodalquilar, consider this option. It is a traditional southern Spanish house that has recently been renovated. The renovation added some newer amenities, but the traditional feel remains intact. Open the pictures and see yourself, from the bedroom to the bathroom, windows to the ceiling, everything looks frozen in time. The limestone walls are thick as a column and solid as a rock. This house is located in the middle of the village, just beside the Cabo de Gata natural reserve. It has three bedrooms and six beds, it can accommodate six guests. The bathroom is just one, but it is huge. There is a television but central heating and air-conditioning are deliberately skipped to provide this rental with a traditional rural feel. Instead, you have fans and an indoor fireplace.
6. Artistic terraced dwelling (from USD 80)
Call it rustic or Moroccan style, this first-floor dwelling looks artistically alluring. Check out the pictures, the front balcony, and its rooftop patio makes it distinctly standout. There is a small terrace as well, just above the balcony. The upper terrace shows the scenic views of the botanical garden and the Rodalquilar surrounding. This little one-bedroom house has an equipped kitchen with modern appliances, and other amenities like central heating and air-conditioning, television and WiFi. It is suitable for only two adults as it has only one bath and bed.
Top guest reviews
Host:
a cosy apartment with fantastic roof terrace eli was a great hostLocation:
lovely location in this delightful village and near to stunning beachesgreat location if you are visiting rodalquilarrodaquilar is a great location for hiking and beachesCleanliness:
the energy of the space feels great it was very clean and the upstairs patio area was wonderfulthe apartment is very clean centered in the village very calm and freshRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
it is a first floor apartment with lots of light ac and ceiling fanthe roof top terrace above the apartment is huge and the views are awesome from every direction
7. Exclusive penthouse by the foothills
The place is located on the foothills, which makes it another distinct feature on our list. This Airbnb is a penthouse with a large open balcony that has a patio space. The apartment has an indoor fireplace and many modern amenities such as air-conditioner, an LED television, and WiFi. Please note, that only two guests can be accommodated here and children under the age of 12 are not permitted. The restaurants, bar, and grocery stores are all nearby.
Rodalquilar, AL, Spain
2.14 km (1.4 mi) from Viewpoint of La AmatistaAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
she was a great host and always answered immediatelymaria was the perfect hostthe apartment was perfect for myself and my daughter - fernan is a lovely hostLocation:
rodalquilar is in a perfect location to travel around the beautiful cabo de gataRead more reviewsCleanliness:
very nice apartment clean big and confortablethe flat was very clean large private and with everything that you might possibly need
8. Quiet stay in the middle of the village
This is a decorated apartment in the middle of the village. Given its central location, the area is still really quiet, guests can comfortably relax after hiking the long trails in the Rodalquilar surroundings. The rental is near the palm grove, which is a landmark walking expansion in this village. Also, the place is close to a diving centre, the beach is about a 30-minute walk from here. This property has two bedrooms, with a total of three beds. Four guests can stay here, the bathroom is just one. Amongst the many amenities available are central heating, an air-conditioner, a television and WiFi access.
Rodalquilar, Andalusia, Spain
2.37 km (1.5 mi) from Viewpoint of La Amatista
9. A stylish designer pad
The host of this property is a designer himself and we can see the glimpse of that with this property. Perhaps it is the most stylish rental on our list, check the images and you will admit that the interiors are well-decorated indeed. It is a first-floor apartment, and the front terrace has this cloud-like shadowed patio. Look to your right and there is a private bar just by the couch. The kitchen is in the middle, and a blue staircase from there takes you up to the terrace level. The pad has air-conditioning and central heating, WiFi and television. There are two bedrooms, with a total of three beds. Four guests can be accommodated here, but there is only one bath.
Rodalquilar, Andalucía, Spain
2.09 km (1.3 mi) from Viewpoint of La Amatista
10. Stunning accommodation with a hot tub
And now, we have a unique house on our list. This is a spacious three-level property. The interior has handmade furniture and classic Italian style windows and doors, there is even a gramophone to add some retro colour. Guests will also have access to this special amenity which is rare in Rodalquilar village, a mini hot tub by the solarium on its upper terrace. We are sure that this home will take care of your year-round comfort, it has working air conditioning and central heating. There are three bedrooms and two baths in this vacation option, and up to six guests can stay here.
Rodalquilar, Andalucía, Spain
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Viewpoint of La AmatistaTop guest reviews
Read more reviewsLocation:
the house is beautifully decorated and situated in a nice and quiet village that hosts shops and restaurants
11. Holiday comfort in the heart of Cabo de Gata Natural Park
This vacation home is located on the outskirts of Rodalquilar village. That is why the house offers only scenic views and not just street views of the village. The balcony and terrace face the abandoned gold mines and the beautiful botanical gardens.
The village is also just a minute away, and El Playazo beach is 3 kilometers (2 miles) from here. This is a spacious property and a total of six guests can be accommodated. There are three bedrooms with five beds and one and a half baths. Notable amenities include an indoor fireplace, central heating and air-conditioning, television, and WiFi access.
Rodalquilar, Andalusia, Spain
2.44 km (1.6 mi) from Viewpoint of La AmatistaTop guest reviews
Host:
tim was a great host very helpful and welcomingtim is very friendly and politetim is an excellent host friendly and with plenty of useful tipstim was very welcoming and met us as planned tim was very informative regarding the local areaLocation:
casa kenia is the perfect place to discover rodalquilarthe house has everything you need and the location is super would definitely recommend staying herethe location is very calm and peaceful and you can find your own place to berodalquilar is a wonderful town and tim's place is a block away from restaurants and fresh baked goodsperfect location in the middle of cabo de gata clean and modern house easy checkin/checkoutCleanliness:
comfy beds and very cleanclean sufficient space and practical lay-outthe house was clean and everything was working wellRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the wifi is slow but that is to be expected in a place like rodalquilarcasa kenia is very comfortable and has all the amenities requiredthe kitchen was well equipped and the cooker and fridge both worked without any problemsinside the house itself tm had prepared the house very thoughfully making our stay very comfortable
12. A beach casita
This beautiful casita is designed like a beach cabin, possibly because it is closer to the El Playazo beach. The entrance gives us a small garden, with two sleeping hammocks, sun loungers, and a table and chairs. It has an equipped kitchen and many modern amenities in the living area. Central heating, air-conditioning, and television are present but WiFi is not available. It’s the only property in our list that allows a pet stay. It has one bedroom and one bathroom, and only two guests can sleep here.
2.06 km (1.3 mi) from Viewpoint of La AmatistaSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
blanca is a super host we felt very welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
great place in a small but lively villagelocation is ideal to visit the nature and beaches around this area by car
Do check the calendar before you plan
Sometimes the uncommon places are more beautiful, Rodalquilar is a perfect example. Rodalquilar and Almeria hold cultural festivals annually, so do check the timings when you plan your visit. Add more colour to this experience.
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