Experience the epitome of luxury at this 2-bedroom Penthouse, situated just a short walk from Mar de Cristal beach and vibrant marina. Unwind on your private balcony or rooftop solarium with BBQ, enjoy sea views of the Mar Menor, and stay connected with free Wi-Fi. You can also explore La Manga Golf Club's championship courses and spa facilities nearby.
A luxurious fully equipped 2 bedroom Penthouse situated just a very short walk to the warm waters of the Mar de Cristal beach.
For outside entertainment you have your own private balcony with a wicker table and four chairs, plus your own large private roof solarium with another dining table with six chairs, four sun loungers and a BBQ / Grill.
The La Manga Golf Club is around 5 minutes by car and this offers 3 championship golf courses, 28 tennis courts & spa facilities, Professional Football training centres and also a good selection of shops, bars and restaurants.
The La Manga Strip is about a 5 min drive away where there are many shops, bars, restaurants, disco's and entertainment for all.
The Penthouse is furnished to the highest of standards, with all mod cons including fast Wi-Fi, a 43" Smart television with Netflix & full UK Sky tv including sports etc (English, European & Spanish channels).
Your own private balcony which leads to a private roof top solarium (70 m2) for that perfect suntan or alfresco dining, while you overlook the amazing sea views of the Mar Menor, La Manga strip & surrounding areas.
Mar de Cristal and the La Manga area is also famous for it's black mud known for it's therapeutic and healing qualities and also very beneficial for the skin.
There are 42 kilometers of beautiful beaches around the Mar Menor with lots of romantic small Spanish towns to visit.
In the local harbours Puerto Mar de Cristal and Puerto Islas Menores you can also hire a small boat or Jet ski's to explore the Mar Menor. You can also book sailing lessons in the Mar de Cristal harbour.
If you are interested in diving, you can take lessons at the diving centre in Cab de Palo.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is allowed on the balcony areas
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycles
Golf
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children are more than welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on the balcony areas
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number VV.MU.1946-1
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located near the beach, this apartment is in Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés, a neighborhood in Cartagena. La Manga Club and Mar Menor Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
Does Beautiful Penthouse apartment, Sea View, WiFi, Sky & Smart TV, Pool, Air/C, BBQ, have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Beautiful Penthouse apartment, Sea View, WiFi, Sky & Smart TV, Pool, Air/C, BBQ, pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Penthouse apartment, Sea View, WiFi, Sky & Smart TV, Pool, Air/C, BBQ,?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Penthouse apartment, Sea View, WiFi, Sky & Smart TV, Pool, Air/C, BBQ,?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Penthouse apartment, Sea View, WiFi, Sky & Smart TV, Pool, Air/C, BBQ, located?
This family-friendly Cartagena apartment building is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Mar Menor, Playa de Mar de Cristal, and Islas Menores. Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores and Los Nietos Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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We have stayed in Mar de Cristal in the past, and once we found out that it was in the same block as before, we were thrilled as we knew exactly where we had to go for the local supermarket and restaurants and bars. The property is well maintained and was very clean on arrival. Although, I gave five stars, I was a little disappointed with the selection of satellite channels as it would have been good to have ITV for the Euros, but we coped just fine. A couple of little things to maybe look at for next time is the water filling to the toilet - not sure if a couple of hours to refill is a normal thing or not - and the coffee machine which leaked all over the floor prompting me to think there was a bigger problem elsewhere- sorting it on the drainer soon solved that problem. Mark is a very friendly and helpful host and was always there tho answer any questions. I will absolutely be booking again in the ‘very’ near future.
We really enjoyed our stay. The apartment had almost everything we needed. Loved the balcony and roof terrace. We were new to Spain so knew nothing about this area. So this is what we discovered about Mar De Cristal;
Beautiful beaches and the sea was crystal clear. Shallow for a long way out.
Some jelly fish but they were harmless. They seemed to disappear towards the end of July.
Lots of water activities but difficult to book anything at Mar de Cristal.
Only a few restaurants. Some are quite expensive but Arena and Lasanvi are more reasonably priced.
Los Belonas is a 3k walk or a 5 minute drive, with lots of restaurants.
Mar de Cristal is very residential and it seems to be mostly Spanish living there/or have holiday homes.
Transport links were not easy and very few taxis.
We walked into Los Nietos, nothing really there.
We also walked to La Manga Camping. Nice restaurant there. Same prices as back in UK.
La Manga Strip/La Manga del Mar Menor are definitely worth a visit, as is Capo de Palos.
With regards to the apartment, I would say that the only thing that was missing and would have been greatly appreciated as we arrived late, would have been some water left in the fridge. We arrived late and was gasping.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would go back again.
Spacious apartment with 2 rooms and a living room with 2 sofas so comfortably fits 4 but can also take 6. Has a personal terrace accessible through stairs and access to a shared pool. Is a short distance away from a lovely beach. Very recommended.
We found the apartment at Mar de Cristal well equipped with everything you could possibly need it was clean, comfortable with efficient air conditioning. The TV package including net flicks and was comprehensive , we found the host went out of his way to helpful. I would highly recommend this apartment which is situated in an area with amazing beaches and sea as warm as the Caribbean.
andrew g.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Archival
8/10 Good
Debbie C.
Sep 8, 2013
Lovely apartment, in a quiet and friendly complex
I booked a last-minute break for my family of four, and the owner was very helpful & informative.
The apartment was clean and well equipped - beach chairs & towels were a welcome extra. Although there seemed to be a lot of people staying at the complex, it was never crowded at the pool or noisy at night. The only downside to the apartment was that the second bedroom did not have an air-conditioning unit, only a ceiling fan which was not very effective in the August heat at keeping the room cool enough for the children to get to sleep. Our bedroom was lovely and cool, so that was fine!
Mar de Cristal is small and english is not widely spoken, so some knowledge of spanish would be useful. The local beach is lovely - quiet even in mid August with warm, shallow water. It is about a 10 minute walk from the apartment, but because we were carrying chairs, towels etc, we drove as it was easy to park very close to the beach.
Arena Cafe on the beach is ideal for lunch, ice-cream and drinks. Piccolo Mar, next door is a good italian restaurant for an evening meal. For a better choice of places to eat, you do really have to go to Los Bolones. Although it is possible to walk there, we didn't fancy doing so in the summer heat with children - particularly not the return journey after dark. We were glad we hired a car, and would strongly recommend doing so.
In summary, a lovely relaxing break which suited us perfectly because we wanted to do nothing but read, swim and eat in the sun!
Apartamento muito funcional e com cozinha bem equipada. Ar condicionado ajuda na climatização de toda a área. Parte exterior com varanda e terraço muito agradável. Condomínio com um ambiente tranquilo e barulho natural das crianças, mas muito moderado. Praia a 10minutos a pé e com boas acessibilidades. Localidade muito tranquila e sem ambiente noturno. Para animação, restauração e compras somente em La Manga num percurso de carro de 20m.
Hemos pasado 8 días agradables en el apartamento. Lo mejor, el aire acondicionado y las terrazas, una pena el calor, al ser agosto no hemos podido aprovechar la terraza de arriba por hacer demasiado calor. Había platos, cubiertos y menaje suficiente. También sábanas y toallas. Lo peor el ruido de la cisterna, intentaron arreglarlo pero seguía haciendo ruido
El apartamento estaba correcto, el arrendador tiene un libro con recomendaciones y consejos sobre cómo hacer mas agradable la estancia. El único pero es la falta de limpieza en electrodomésticos como microondas u horno.
El apartamento se encuentra en un lugar muy adecuado para descansar, a 8-10 minutos andando de la playa.
Respecto a la hosteleria, se echa en falta algún restaurante o bar.
Logement agréable avec un cadre plutôt familial que touristique.
Plage à proximité, idéal pour y aller à pied.
Nous avons passés un très bon séjour, aucun désagréments...
El apartamento está totalmente equipado, está en un bloque tranquilo y familiar, perfecto para nosotros (dos adultos y dos niños, de 3 y 5 años).
Las playas cercanas son también tranquilas y familiares; nosotros íbamos a ellas en coche ya que fuimos cambiando y había siempre aparcamiento.
La zona es perfecta para descansar y disfrutar de la playa. Si se busca fiesta, en los alrededores no hay demasiada oferta de ocio sin coger el coche.
Aunque no hemos visto al propietario ni a Alison, la encargada, la comunicación con esta última fue muy fluida y resolvió todas nuestras dudas en muy poco tiempo.
Repetiríamos sin duda.
This was an excellent location for us. The apartment was as described and more. First time "I wish I bought this with me" did not happen. Kitchen more than well equipped. Comfy seating area with beautiful sun rise most mornings. Roof terrace was a big hit very private.
A home from home. A return visit a must.
Después de pasar 12 días con una unidad de AA que no funcionaba… y que advertimos nada más pasar una noche en la habitación principal sinceramente, mucho calor, es bastante decepcionante.
Algunas veces la familia sospeso la opción de abandonar la vivienda.
Noches sin dormir, buscando relajarte en el comedor, intentando dormir unas horas.
El resto bien.
Agradecer a Ali su atención y buen hacer.
We stayed here for 8 days in July and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, all the creature comforts of home, sky tv, air con, fully functioning kitchen, comfy bed, all complete with a massive roof terrace.
A few local bars which do nice food and cheap drinks - compared to La Manga! Great little local Spar shop which has everything you need.
If you like Indian food then Paras Indian in Los Bolones is an absolute must..
Great place, great hosts and we will definitely be back.
Apartamento muy bien, limpio y muy bien entretenido!
Sonia J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John C.
May 7, 2019
Superb apartment
Stayed here several years ago , just as good as it was then .
Only better , now with wi fi and all UK TV channels , which is great .
Lovely apartment , Sean and mountain / country views .
Would definitely stay here again and recommend to all family and friends.
Management couple , Roger and Janice very helpful and polite .
Overall great apartment
Cosy apartment with good balcony plus a big roof terrace. Very quiet area close to some lovely walks
Verified traveler
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Colin F.
Feb 5, 2019
A great place to relax. Friendly locals, food and drink at very reasonable prices
The apartment has everything you could wish for. We particularly enjoyed access to the sheltered roof where we could enjoy the Winter sun. The local Spar is well stocked with produce at competitive prices.
We were within walking distance of two towns. Los Nietos has the railway station. It is only a short and cheap journey to Cartagena. A great place to visit for its Roman artefacts, Civil war museum, shops and restaurants, amongst other attractions.
I would recommend the hire of a car in the winter months as local transport is limited and unless you have your own water sports gear there is little to do on the beach except to enjoy the wonderful walks.
The apartment is well maintained and, as a novice cook, it has a kitchen that has everything you could wish for.
We were provided with timely information regarding our stay an the company information folder contains all the information that you need to know.
I would highly recommend staying here. It was cheaper than remaining at home and heating the house.
Colin F.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Darren W.
Aug 14, 2018
Fab!
Great apartment unfortunately the person who normally would look after us had been called away but once we'd got a bit of local info from the owner it was great! Nightlife does not start till 12am, a car is definitely needed to explore & it's very spanish which was great. Apartment fab, roof terrace great for sun worshippers & so many added extras. Dishwasher, washing machine & coffee maker (which I've had to buy for home) were great extras. We had a boiler leak while we were there but we were amazed at how quickly & professionally it was resolved! A great apartment & if you want a quiet relaxing holiday A* Nightlife in La Manga not far away....
Darren W.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark V.
Aug 11, 2018
Heerlijke vakantie gehad
Woning is heerlijk, comfortabel en van alle gemakken voorzien. Het zonneterras is echt een bonus, we hebben daar vele uren doorgebracht.
Mar de Cristal is een rustige plaats met een paar restaurantjes.
Zeker een aanrader!
Mark V.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Clive M.
Jun 1, 2018
Clean and tidy with plenty of extras.
We really enjoyed our stay at this apartment,it’s a nice well kept apartment and complex in a nice quiet area, just what we were looking for , the apartment itself has plenty of homely extras that we didn’t expect ( dishwasher,sky tv), the roof terrace is a great sun trap and has spectacular views.
Clive M.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Charles B.
Nov 25, 2017
Lovely apartment near the sea
We spent a month in this apartment and had a great time. It was comfy and quiet. The reasonable price allowed us to take a month and really explore the area. My husband spent many hours lying in the sun on the rooftop patio which is completely private. There is an additional outdoor table and chairs on the rooftop terrace where you can enjoy a meal looking out over the Mediterranean Sea.
Janice and Roger were exceptional managers. I had, unfortunately, had my purse stolen at the Malaga Airport. They loaned me a cellphone and assisted me by printing documents that I needed for an emergency passport. They were so very kind and helpful.
We would definitely return.
Charles B.
Stayed 26 nights in Oct 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Victor P.
Aug 17, 2017
Perfecto, super equipado y las instalaciones estupendas