Holiday rentals & lettings in La Herradura

Beachfront La Herradura rentals with terraces

At Holidu, we make it very easy for you to find the perfect accommodation for your holidays. Our search assistant offers you the possibility to choose the type of holiday rental you prefer and the services you would like to enjoy during your stay. Quickly and easily, you will know which holiday lettings in La Herradura best fit your needs and your budget. Are you looking for a letting on the beachfront? Or an exclusive rental in a residential complex with a swimming pool? We have the best offers of rentals in La Herradura. The lettings are located a few minutes from the beach, which makes them perfect for enjoying a weekend getaway or several days in July and August. Almost all the holiday rentals in La Herradura are located in modern luxury urbanisations with a very familiar atmosphere, with:

• Landscaped areas
• Swimming pool
• BBQ

Those of San Nicolas and Punta de la Mona are especially noteworthy. The first is very close to the centre, and the second is in a more residential area, next to the lighthouse. Also, you should know that more than half of the holiday rentals in La Herradura allow pets, so you can bring your dog with you on your next trip.

Rural accommodations for a trip away from the hustle and bustle

On Holidu, you will find a wide variety of accommodations in the countryside, surrounded by nature. The rural houses in La Herradura are located mainly in the vicinity of the cliffs Maro-Cerro Gordo, specifically in the urbanisation Los Al Mas. You will also find many rural houses in the surroundings, in the middle of the countryside, which will allow you to enjoy an environment of total tranquillity. They are perfect for families and groups of friends. Most of them have a garden and swimming pool and many of them even have magnificent sea views from their terrace. Imagine being able to enjoy the sea breeze and the sound of the waves while resting in a hammock at your holiday home over a drink. Is there anything more relaxing? Book a holiday letting in Salobrena and enjoy a relaxing holiday.

Why book a letting in La Herradura?

La Herradura is one of the most attractive coastal destinations in Southern Spain. The beauty of its bay, quiet coves, great variety of aquatic activities and privileged seabed, make up an authentic dream setting for an unforgettable holiday. Book a villa in Costa Tropical to enjoy the perfect outdoors. La Herradura is a place full of enchantment that offers tourists beaches of impressive beauty protected by the winds of east and west due to its privileged location. It still enjoys the tranquillity of little exploited coastal towns. La Herradura is only a few minutes away from the cliffs of Maro-Cerro Gordo, a protected natural area full of vegetation that offers coves where you can enjoy the sun and the sea. All this is only 70 kilometres from Malaga airport and 100 kilometres from your holiday rental in Granada city. Therefore, it is not surprising that, according to the opinions of hundreds of travellers, it is one of the best destinations in Andalusia to enjoy a quiet holiday of sun and beach. Don't wait any longer to book a tourist holiday letting in La Herradura and free yourself from the stress you have been accumulating for so long.

La Herradura: an ideal destination for travellers of all ages

Located in the heart of the Costa Tropical, between Punta de la Mona and Peñon de Cerro Gordo, La Herradura is the westernmost town of Almuñecar. It is the second-largest population centre in this municipality, with approximately 4,300 inhabitants. It borders the municipalities of Otivar and Nerja, already in the province of Malaga, being the nucleus of Maro the first of this province. It is bathed by the Mediterranean, extending over a bay that has a single beach that is divided into three parts. That means booking a holiday letting in La Herradura gives you access to all the attractions in Costa Tropical.

The best areas to rent a letting in La Herradura

The Horseshoe is a small nucleus that is easily travelled on foot, so you won't need to use the car, but you can walk everywhere. The population is mainly located in the middle of the promenade of the same name. Due to tourism, we can find numerous housing developments and holiday lettings in Almuñecar throughout the territory, especially along the coast. The village itself is an ideal place to get lost. With its charming streets in which the true essence of Andalusia is breathed at all times, La Herradura invites you to stroll and forget about the urban hustle and bustle. This does not mean there are no excellent services for tourists like any modern city. The town has a great variety of bars with terraces where the traveller can enjoy both the typical cuisine of the area and international cuisine. In addition, at nightfall, many establishments offer live music. Don't wait any longer to book your holiday rental in La Herradura!

La Herradura for diving lovers

La Herradura has one of the best sea beds in all of Spain, so diving lovers will find in this town an authentic paradise. Due to the geographical characteristics of the area and the protection plans that have been put in place in recent years, this place has become a veritable sanctuary for a multitude of endangered species. In addition, being between cliffs practically any day it is possible to find a quiet and protected place to enjoy this activity. Its famous diving centres are some of the most prestigious in the whole south of the peninsula. In the city, you will find one on the same beach, near the urbanisation of San Nicolas, where you will be able to rent the equipment or attend classes to introduce you to this sport.

La Herradura for families with children

La Herradura is a great destination for families travelling with children. Aside from the well-equipped beaches with children's areas, you will find a wide range of leisure activities for kids. During your stay, you will be able to take pleasant walks through the village, visit the castle, hike through the Natural Park and dive in its seabed. Don't forget to take boat trips or visit the port to see the luxurious boats. La Herradura has activities for all tastes and ages that will make your holidays unforgettable.

La Herradura for those looking for quiet beaches

On the coast of Andalusia, few places offer coves as peaceful and beautiful as those of La Herradura. If you are tired of overcrowded beaches and want to enjoy the sea in a quieter environment, do not hesitate to visit the coves of Marina del Este and Isa. If you're looking for a more family atmosphere and beaches fully equipped with all kinds of services, the best is the urban beach that runs parallel to the town centre. It is precisely in this area where the marina is located, which offers the possibility of practising numerous aquatic activities such as paddle surfing, kayaking or canoeing.

1. Discover the beauty of its natural landscapes by hiking
2. Take a pleasant walk through the lighthouse
3. Discover the history of the Monument to the Men of the Sea
4. Travel to the past by visiting the Castle of La Herradura
5. Connect with nature in Maro Cerro Gordo Natural Park

1. Discover the beauty of its natural landscapes by hiking

La Herradura offers a wide range of hiking routes, such as those of the Rio Verde and those of the Sierras de Tejeda. You can also visit Almijara and Alhama Natural Park and go horse riding or golfing in the nearby municipalities of Nerja and Motril. So if you decide to book a villa in Salobrena close to the beach or natural beauty spots, you won't have a minute to get bored.

2. Take a pleasant walk through the lighthouse

The lighthouse of La Herradura is located in an area of urbanisation and luxury houses. It was built on a watchtower of the Punta de la Mona and has its origin in the eighteenth century. It is worth visiting just to be able to contemplate the breathtaking views of the area.

3. Discover the history of the Monument to the Men of the Sea

Although it may seem like a simple monument made of bronze, this work by Miguel Moreno has become one of the major emblems of the town. It represents the shipwreck of the Invincible Navy of Philip II in the sixteenth century. Such is the importance of this event that every year, different events are held in La Herradura to commemorate it.

4. Travel to the past by visiting the Castle of La Herradura

Today, the bay of the town is a quiet area, but in the eighteenth century, it was the scene of numerous raids and landings of pirates and corsairs. For this reason, Charles III ordered the construction of this fortress, which communicated with the watchtowers of the area to protect it.

5. Connect with nature in Maro Cerro Gordo Natural Park

With its beautiful beaches, small coves and impressive cliffs, this natural spot does not leave anyone indifferent. It also presents a great diversity of fauna and flora. If you spend a few days in La Herradura, don't miss the opportunity to make an excursion to this beautiful place.