Los Canos de Meca

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Los Caños de Meca offers a great combination of enchanting beaches, nature reserves, old buildings and lively nightlife.

A holiday in Los Caños de Meca takes you to an old hippie landmark on the coast near where the Battle of Trafalgar was fought. This small seaside village near the town of Barbate, in the province of Cádiz, is a very attractive tourist destination. Its curious name comes from the natural water spouts found in the surrounding cliffs.

Los Caños de Meca's beaches are long and wide, with ample space for both sports and sandcastle building. Here, the most popular activities – besides sunbathing and swimming – are surfing and horse riding. If your stay in the town coincides with the end of the day, watch the sun set over the Atlantic with the Tómbolo de Trafalgar as a spectacular backdrop.

Come to Los Caños de Meca and take the opportunity to visit the La Breña natural park and the Barbate marshes next to the village. This is an important spot for Spanish eco-tourism, with its 12,400 acres which are home to a wide range of ecosystems, as well as native flora and fauna. The village's cliff tops feature an amazing 300-year-old stalactite forest while, in the highest part of the rock formation, there is a well-conserved sixteenth century watchtower.

To the west of the village is the beautiful Tómbolo de Trafalgar, formed by a cape and a small isthmus. Here you can visit the lighthouse, as well as the remains of a Roman salting factory and an old Moorish settlement. This natural monument occupies an important place in Spain's history, as it overlooks the site of the famous Battle of Trafalgar which took place in 1805.

Los Caños de Meca holiday packages make it easy for you so you do not have to worry about anything and just concentrate on your own enjoyment. Don't wait any longer, come and get to know this enchanting spot.

Hotel Riu Chiclana - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Chiclana - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Urb. Loma del Puerto s/n, Chiclana de la Frontera, Cadiz
The price is S$234 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
S$234
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20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Chiclana de la Frontera. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
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Reviewed on 17 Apr, 2025

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Vincci Resort Costa Golf
Vincci Resort Costa Golf
4 out of 5
Urbanizacion Novo Sancti Petri s/n, Chiclana de la Frontera, Cadiz
The price is S$109 per night from 4 May to 5 May
S$109
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4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chiclana de la Frontera. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions La Barrosa Beach ...
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Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
4 out of 5
Carretera Loma de Sancti Petri, Chiclana de la Frontera, Cádiz
The price is S$94 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
S$94
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Chiclana de la Frontera. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, breakfast (surcharge), and a free beach shuttle. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (155 reviews)
"Expedia could have done a better job representing this property. Was budget, old, dirty and not in a good location. Staff were helpful , lots of better places available in this area to choose from."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2024

Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
4 out of 5
Carretera Loma de Sancti Petri, Chiclana de la Frontera, Cádiz
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Chiclana de la Frontera. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, breakfast (surcharge), and a free beach shuttle. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (155 reviews)
"Expedia could have done a better job representing this property. Was budget, old, dirty and not in a good location. Staff were helpful , lots of better places available in this area to choose from."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2024

Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
TAIGA CONIL
TAIGA CONIL
3 out of 5
Carril Hijuela de la Mirla 86, Conil de la Frontera, Cádiz
Stay at this 3-star campground in Conil de la Frontera. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions La Barrosa Beach and Trafalgar ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (28 reviews)
EN FAMILIA , TRANQUILO Y RECOMENDABLE
"Comunicacion y trato del personal perfecto . Ubicacion buena por su conexion proxima , a salida en cualquier direcccion. Tranquilidad para el descanso , por lo menos en enero . Viaje en familia , que recomiendo y repetiria, hasta otra."

Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2025

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TAIGA TARIFA
TAIGA TARIFA
2 out of 5
Carretera Nacional 340 Kilómetro, 74, Tarifa, Cadiz
Stay at this campground in Tarifa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bolonia and Bolonia Beach are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
Relax a 10 minutos del centro de Tarifa
"Hermoso lugar para un verdadero desconecte. Muy cómodo, el restaurante muy bueno y a precios muy decentes. LO recomiendo mucho."

Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2025

TAIGA TARIFA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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