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El Dorado San Jose

Property class: 3
3-star hostal near Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park

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Photo gallery for El Dorado San Jose

A water feature with rocks and palm trees, a stone pathway, and a wooden pergola.
A balcony with a terrace table, two chairs, and a view of a mountain and cityscape.
A coastal landscape with a sailboat in the water, rocky hills in the background, and a sandy beach.
A swimming pool with a white building in the background, a metal railing, and some greenery.
A buffet setup with various food stations, a coffee machine, and a fruit bowl.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Calle Bajel, 2, San José, Almería, 04118
  • Place, Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Jose Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa de la Calilla
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Almeria (LEI)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A white building with blue accents and a sign reading "Hostal".

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small fridge, a window with a view, and a wall with a picture and two wall lamps.

Comfort Double Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small fridge, a window with a view, and a wall with a picture and two wall lamps.

Comfort Double Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room, Sea View

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal view with mountains and buildings.

Comfort Triple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Suite, Sea View

A bathroom with two sinks, a bathtub, and a large mirror.

Comfort Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

San Jose

Close to the beach.You'll be steps from Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park and within a 10-minute walk of San Jose Beach. Playa de la Calilla and Cala Higuera are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Jose Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playa de la Calilla - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cala Higuera - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • El Toyo Beach - 45 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

  • Almeria (LEI) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Satyaraj Restaurante Indio - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Arrecife - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Botavara - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Il Birgantino - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Cueva de Antonio - ‬9 min walk

About this property

El Dorado San Jose

3-star hostal near Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park
As a guest of El Dorado San Jose, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 4 beach bars. El Dorado San Jose also features a garden, express check-in, and express check-out.

This 3-star Nijar hostal is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 4 bars on the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
El Dorado San Jose offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children
  • 4 beach bars

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 26 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 30 April, EUR 0.28 per person, per night , up to 9 nights, and EUR 0.14 thereafter. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 May - 31 October, EUR 1.10 per person, per night, up to 9 nights, and EUR 0.55 thereafter. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number H-AL-0627 Hostal ** Playa

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open May 31 and close November 01.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

El Dorado Cabodegata Nijar
Hostal El Dorado Cabodegata Nijar
Hostal El Dorado Cabodegata Hostal
Hostal El Dorado Cabodegata Hostal Nijar

Frequently asked questions

How close is El Dorado San Jose to the airport?

El Dorado San Jose is 23.6 mi (51-min drive) away from the Almeria (LEI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Dorado San Jose?

As of Sept 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Dorado San Jose on Oct 4, 2026 start from CA $67, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does El Dorado San Jose have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Dorado San Jose.

How close is El Dorado San Jose to the beach?

This hostal is a short 6-minute walk from San Jose Beach and 13-minute walk from Playa de la Calilla. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Dorado San Jose offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at El Dorado San Jose, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at El Dorado San Jose?

No, there is no casino at this hostal.

What time is check-in at El Dorado San Jose?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at El Dorado San Jose?

Free parking is not available at this hostal.

Does El Dorado San Jose have a pool?

El Dorado San Jose features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does El Dorado San Jose have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostal.

How close is El Dorado San Jose to downtown Nijar?

El Dorado San Jose is 0.2 mi away from San Jose.

El Dorado San Jose Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quuet. Nice views from room. Great breakfast. Walk to beach. Cabo de Gata and hikes near!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Millard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully designed place. Cute, perfectly clean room with nice terrace. Pretty, decent sized pool. Very nice staff. Would definitely return. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place; great breakfast buffet. But I was on the 6th floor and the number of stairs was too much. I wish I’d been on lower floor but no option was given.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Espresso.

Good position for excellent views of coastline & Mountains,Mediterranean Overall extremely good value & straight forward although there was not anyone serving A buffet & asked the Receptionist kindly made made me a fresh Espresso.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katia

😎
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hostal in San Jose, Nijar, Spain

We did only stay the 1 x night as we were en-route from Alicante Airport to Fuengirola. We didn’t arrive until 18:45 but had received, by WhatsApp, clear and precise instructions on how to gain access to our room. The room was comfortable with a very nice sea view terrace. The shower was hot with a steady flow of water. Overall the room was great and the staff, that we met, were very friendly. We will certainly stay here again
The view from our terrace. Apologies for the poor quality pic but the sun was very strong
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Camilla

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bedroom and bathroom looking tired and in need of renovation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Reinhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In die Jahre gekommene Unterkunft
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ebbe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dejligt ophold i godt hostal med fantastisk udsigt

Ligger blot 8 minutters gang fra stranden. Parkering lige uden for døren. Skøn udsigt fra hyggelig lille terrasse. Fin lille pool, som desværre først åbner kl. 10.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hemos estado en el puente de agosto y se ha respirado tranquilidad, buen aislamiento de la habitación. Aparcamiento fácil teniendo en cuenta las horas puntas. Acceso a los comercios y a la playa de San José, a pie en menos de 10 minutos. Instalaciones muy bien cuidadas.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Francisco Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es aceptable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Blas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Sencillo, familiar y funcional

Hostal básico ideal para familias o parejas que buscan tranquilidad. Debido a la orografía del pueblo, el hostal tiene muchas escaleras de acceso, pero está avisado.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARÍA JOSÉ VILLARRUBIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bonitas vistas desde la terraza. La habitación es pequeña pero suficiente para pasar unos días en la zona. Hay muchas escaleras para acceder a algunas habitaciones, eso le da mucho encanto pero puede ser un inconveniente para personas con movilidad reducida . En general es un hostal muy acogedor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buena localizacion y comodo

Lugar Tranquilo y comodo cerca de la calle principal. Abtenerse personas con movilidad reducida, ya que en la habitacion hay escalones.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel El Dorado, un hôtel à découvrir

Séjour très agréable grâce à une chambre sympathique possédant tout le nécessaire. Avec une jolie terrasse avec vue sur la ville et la mer. Hôtel très propre, personnel agréable, petit déjeuner copieux. Nous y reviendrons.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recomendable!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La femme de l'accueil était très sympathique et chaleureuse, pareil pour le reste du personnel. L'hôtel est vraiment agréable et apaisant avec une très belle vue sur la mer depuis la piscine. La chambre était original et confortable avec un petit balcon vue mer également. Nous avons passé un agréable séjour ici
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Alto precio en agosto

Muchas escaleras para acceder a la habitacion. Sin ascensor. Explanada de tierra cerca para aparcar. Picina pequeña aunque util si hay viento en el mar. Ducha sin cortinas y balcon sin toldo. Aunque fuesemos en agisto creo que el precio es excesivo, la verdad.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

SALVADOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zona tranquila y apartada. Las camas un poco duras.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fuencisla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lo mejor, la atención

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025