What's it like in Mar de Cristal?

Mar de Cristal is a neighborhood that travelers like for its beaches. Be sure to check out Islas Menores and Mar Menor as part of your Mar de Cristal travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Mar de Cristal?

Based on our traveler data, El Secreto del Agua is one of the top choices for your stay in Mar de Cristal. This hotel offers 3 beach bars and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the area is Gorgeous apartment in Cartagena .

How many hotels are there in the Mar de Cristal area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Cartagena, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 76 Mar de Cristal hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Mar de Cristal, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Mar de Cristal.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Mar de Cristal?

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What is there to do in this Cartagena neighborhood?

Islas Menores, Playa de Mar de Cristal, and Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Mar de Cristal. You could also plan a visit to Mar Menor or El Vivero while you're in the neighborhood. Los Nietos Beach, Playa Lomas del Castillico, and Isla Rondella are just a few of the places to visit in and around Mar de Cristal. Isla del Ciervo and Playa Paraíso are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cartagena.

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A deck with four lounge chairs, a small table, and a bottle of champagne. The deck overlooks a beach with white pebbles and palm trees.

1. El Secreto del Agua

Mar de Cristal

Christopher

￥11,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a door, flanked by white balustrades and large planters.

2. Grand Hyatt La Manga Club Golf & Spa

Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés, 5.3 km from Mar de Cristal

Sigmund Laszlo

￥33,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A rooftop pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a hot tub.

3. Hotel 525

14.5 km from Mar de Cristal

Gary S

￥18,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a wall with a building mural, and a modern interior design.

4. Hotel Sercotel Alfonso XIII

Casco Antiguo, 19.6 km from Mar de Cristal

Craig

￥15,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel with a modern facade, a classical building with a dome in the background, and a well-lit entrance.

5. AC Hotel Cartagena

Casco Antiguo, 20.1 km from Mar de Cristal

Daniel

￥20,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a sofa with cushions, and a large umbrella providing shade.

6. Hotel Cetina Cabo de Palos Puerto

Cabo de Palos, 5.8 km from Mar de Cristal

Frederick

￥14,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern hotel lobby with wooden paneling, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

7. Posadas de España Cartagena

Hondón, 17 km from Mar de Cristal

Gary

￥10,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel with a large swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

8. Ona Mar Menor Golf & Spa

17.5 km from Mar de Cristal

euan

￥13,980 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

9. Hotel Cristina

13 km from Mar de Cristal

Philip

￥12,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A pool with a waterfall feature and a green wall.

10. Hotel Lodomar Spa & Talasoterapia

20.6 km from Mar de Cristal

Julie

￥13,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A beach resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and beachgoers.

11. Aparthotel Londres

5.2 km from Mar de Cristal

Graham

￥14,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A coastal view with a lighthouse, beach, and buildings along the shore.

12. SubUp Hostel

Cabo de Palos, 5.3 km from Mar de Cristal

Nicholas

￥11,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent entrance.

13. Hotel Traíña

20.5 km from Mar de Cristal

Carlos

￥11,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, seating area, and potted plants.

14. Hotel Sercotel Carlos III

Casco Antiguo, 19.6 km from Mar de Cristal

Aaron

￥10,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and the sea.

15. ApartaHotel Punta Calera

14.1 km from Mar de Cristal

Lars

￥12,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A beach with a palm tree, a modern building, and people relaxing.

16. Hotel Trabuco

18 km from Mar de Cristal

Abdelaziz

￥4,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A buffet with various baked goods including pastries, bread, and donuts.

17. NH Campo Cartagena

Cartagena Casco, 19 km from Mar de Cristal

Steven

￥9,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A modern two-story building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear sky.

18. Apartamentos SubUp

Cabo de Palos, 5.1 km from Mar de Cristal

lucy

￥12,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A pool area with clear water, palm trees, and a row of white sun loungers.

19. Hotel Montepiedra

29 km from Mar de Cristal

keith

￥18,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A modern hotel room with a round dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

20. B&B Hotel Cartagena Cartagonova

Casco Antiguo, 20.4 km from Mar de Cristal

Linda

￥10,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

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Compare popular hotels in Mar de Cristal

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
El Secreto del Agua	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 125 reviews	View
Grand Hyatt La Manga Club Golf & Spa	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 132 reviews	View
AC Hotel Cartagena	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 135 reviews	View
Hotel 525	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 866 reviews	View
Hotel Cristina	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 200 reviews	View

Where to stay in Mar de Cristal

Find the best Mar de Cristal areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal town with a lighthouse, rocky cliffs, and the ocean.

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 Islas Menores while you're exploring the area.

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A coastal lighthouse on a rocky outcrop with a paved walkway nearby.

Cabo de Palos

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

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An ancient amphitheater with a circular stage and tiered seating, surrounded by historic buildings and mountains in the background.

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.

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A sunset over a calm body of water with a silhouette of distant mountains.

La Azohia

You'll enjoy the monuments and historic sites in La Azohia. You might want to make time for a stop at Playa de San Ginés or Playa de La Chapineta.

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An ancient amphitheater surrounded by modern buildings and a port.

Cartagena Casco

Historic sites, museums, and waterfront views are some highlights of Cartagena Casco. Make a stop by Punic wall of Cartagena or Gran Hotel while you're exploring.

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