Mar de Cristal.
Mar de Cristal, located on the Mar Menor in Murcia, Spain, is a serene beach destination known for its crystal-clear waters and sandy shores. Ideal for families, it offers a relaxed atmosphere with various water sports, beautiful promenades, and local dining options. Close to nature reserves and vibrant towns, Mar de Cristal is perfect for all year-round living in a peaceful Mediterranean setting.
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Restaurants and Bars
Mar de Cristal, a picturesque village on the Mar Menor, boasts a charming selection of restaurants and bars perfect for enjoying the local cuisine and relaxed atmosphere. Restaurante El Secreto is a must-visit, known for its fresh seafood and Mediterranean dishes. Diners can savor delicious paella and grilled fish while enjoying stunning views of the sea from the outdoor terrace.
For a more casual vibe, Bar La Mar offers a friendly setting with a variety of tapas and refreshing drinks, making it a great spot for a leisurely lunch or a laid-back dinner with friends. The vibrant atmosphere attracts both locals and tourists alike.
Café de Mar is ideal for coffee lovers and those seeking a light snack or dessert, providing a cozy ambiance perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach.
As night falls, Chiringuito El Palmar comes alive with its lively atmosphere, offering a selection of cocktails and music by the sea, making it perfect for socializing. With its blend of delightful eateries and vibrant bars, Mar de Cristal ensures an enjoyable dining experience in a beautiful coastal setting.
What We Do.
The area of The Costa Cálida is a great location for family holidays. The Mediterranean Sea and The Mar Menor are some of the best areas in Spain for water sports, here you can canoe, sail, kite surf, wind surf, fish or just relax in the sun.
If you want a bit more fun then you can visit one of the go kart centres in the region or maybe a fishing trip out into the Mediterranean sea or venture into scuba diving from Cabo de Palos.
Costa Cálida has horse riding school where you can take a ride along the beach, 22 golf courses, hiking in the mountains, bike rides along the coast or over the hills, tennis centres, padel centres, trampolining and hot air ballooning.
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Las Villas de Mar de Cristal - 3309
This modern villa is located in the heart of Mar de Cristal with its own private pool and secluded garden. The villa is 158 square metres and has a lovely garden, terrace and chill out area.
The villa is on one floor which makes it easy to live in and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main bedroom has a walk in wardrobe and en suite bathroom, the other two bedrooms share the second bathroom. The lounge is a large open living space with glass doors opening out into the back garden and pool.
Villas Alamos - 4509
This modern villa is located on the edge of Mar de Cristal with its own private pool and garden. The villa has 97 square metres, has a lovely roof terrace, outdoor dining and chill out sofas.
The villa is on one floor which make all areas easily accessible and comprises of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main bedroom has a walk in wardrobe and en suite bathroom, the other two bedrooms share the second bathroom. The lounge is a large open living space with glass doors opening out onto the back garden and private pool.
Villa Elisa - 3510
This beautiful modern villa, with its own private pool and large secluded garden, is located right in the heart of Mar de Cristal.
The villa is chic and stylishly decorated with all the rooms based on one floor. The lounge and dining room areas are one large open living space, surrounded by glass doors that open out onto the picturesque pool and garden. Outside there is a shaded dining area perfect for family dinners and BBQ’s. The garden itself is tranquil, with many areas to relax and chill out.
Albatros Playa 3 - 5609
This large spacious house is located on the very popular Albatros Playa 3 complex close to the beaches of the Mar Menor in Mar de Cristal. The complex has a beautiful grassed pool area and there is access from the patio area of the property.
The house is furnished to a good standard and offers super accommodation for your beach holiday. It has 3 good size bedrooms, the main bedroom with bathroom on suite is on first floor and the other 2 bedrooms and a shower room are on ground floor.
Albatros Playa 2 - 9408
This newly furnished 3 bedroom family home is located on the Albatros 2 complex close to the beaches of the Mar Menor in Mar de Cristal. The house has 3 good size bedrooms with family bathroom and separate shower room. On the ground floor there is one bedroom with 2 single beds and on the first floor there are one bedroom with a double bed with a small balcony and other bedroom with two single beds. It has a fully equipped kitchen, including microwave, washing machine and a utility area.
Albatros Playa 3 - 2507
This charming bungalow located on the popular Albatros 3 complex close to the beaches of the Mar Menor in Mar de Cristal. The complex has beautiful landscaped gardens around the centre of the complex and pool area. The bungalow has 2 good size bedrooms with family bathroom. It has a very well equipped kitchen including a dishwasher and utility area. The back patio area has direct access to the pool from its south facing patio area and there are steps to the private roof solarium which receives sun all day.
Arona 1 - 3208
This beautifully furnished modern bungalow is situated on the popular Arona complex which is within a 5 minute walk of the charming beaches of Mar de Cristal on the Mar Menor. The bungalow is furnished to a very high standard and offers superb accommodation for your beach holiday. The property provides free WiFi Internet and a Smart TV with channels from around the world including the UK.
Arona 1 - 3908
This new and modern bungalow is situated on the popular Arona complex close to the beaches of the Mar Menor in Mar de Cristal. The complex has a lovely grassed pool area and there is direct access from the patio area of the property. The bungalow is furnished to a very high standard and offers an excellent place for your beach holiday. There are steps to the private roof solarium which is a lovely area to sunbathe, read or eat.
Arona 1 - 6807
This lovely modern bungalow is situated on the Arona complex which is approximately 5 minutes walking distance to the beaches of the Mar Menor in Mar de Cristal. The complex has a pretty grassed pool area and there is access from the patio area of the property.
The bungalow is furnished to a very good standard and offers a great place for your beach holiday.
Albatros Playa 3 - 1607
This delightful bungalow located on the popular Albatros 3 complex close to the beaches of the Mar Menor in Mar de Cristal. The complex has beautiful landscaped gardens around the centre of the complex and pool area. The bungalow has 2 good size bedrooms with family bathroom. It has a fully equipped kitchen and utility area. The back patio area has direct access to the pool and there are steps to the private roof solarium which receives sun all day.
Albatros Playa 3 - 1207
This beautiful bungalow situated on the Albatros 3 complex close to the beaches of the Mar Menor in Mar de Cristal. The complex has pretty landscaped gardens around the centre of the complex and pool area. The bungalow has 2 good size bedrooms with family bathroom. It has a fully equipped kitchen and utility area. The back patio area has direct access to the pool and there are steps to the private roof solarium.
Antilia Terraces 3 Apartment - 4709
This modern style ground floor apartment is designed with open spaces and large windows looking out to the pool and garden area. The apartment has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan kitchen and lounge area with island, the large terrace leads out from the lounge and kitchen and overlooks the pool and gardens. The master bedroom has an en suite shower bathroom and the built in dressing room is located next to the bed area. There is a second bathroom also with a shower that services the second bedroom.
La Llana Beach MDC - 3210
This south facing modern and very stylish three-bedroom ground floor apartment is situated in Mar de Cristal. It features a spacious open plan living, dining and kitchen area, with sliding doors that open out onto the outside patio space, that over looks the large communal pool and beyond to views of the mountains in the distance.
The apartment is self is beautifully decorated; the large fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar has everything that you would need for your holiday stay. This then opens out onto the living and dining room areas which are both stylish and cosy.
The Gardens Apartment - 0610
This modern style penthouse apartment is designed with open spaces with terrace and solarium, The apartment overlooks the pool area and you have sea and mountain views from the solarium. There is a large open-plan living room and fully equipped kitchen with island. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom, there is a second bedroom and a family bathroom. The apartment also has a private community entrance and underground parking space, you can walk to the beach which is just 5 minutes away.
Antilia Terraces Apartment - 1809
This modern style ground floor apartment is designed with open spaces and large windows looking out to the pool and garden area. The apartment has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan kitchen and lounge area with island, the large terrace leads out from the lounge and kitchen. The master bedroom has an en suite shower bathroom and the built in dressing room is located next to the bed area. There is a second bathroom also with a shower that services the second bedroom.
Antilia Terraces 3 Apartment - 4709
This modern style ground floor apartment is designed with open spaces and large windows looking out to the pool and garden area. The apartment has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan kitchen and lounge area with island, the large terrace leads out from the lounge and kitchen and overlooks the pool and gardens. The master bedroom has an en suite shower bathroom and the built in dressing room is located next to the bed area. There is a second bathroom also with a shower that services the second bedroom.
Ribera Beach 1 - 2906
This penthouse apartment is located in the Ribera Beach complex in Mar de Cristal. It is walking distance to the beach and consists of 2 bedrooms, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, lounge/diner and steps to the private roof solarium from where you can see the sea.
Mar de Cristal has a small supermarket, tennis centre, sailing school and a selection of bars and restaurants all within walking distance of the complex. The beaches offer a lovely spot for sunbathing and swimming in the warm shallow waters of the Mar Menor.
Ribera Beach 3 - 2706
This modern apartment is located on the Ribera Beach complex in Mar de Cristal. The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, lounge/diner and balcony overlooking park area. The apartment has a sofa bed in the lounge therefore accommodating up to 6 people. It has free internet access with English and Spanish TV channels. The complex has a communal pool in the centre and it is approximately 5 minutes walking distance from the beach.
Albatros Playa 3 - 6008
This popular ground floor apartment in Mar de Cristal at the Albatros Playa 3 complex. The apartment has direct access to the communal gardens and pool area. The apartment has a full kitchen including oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine.
There are 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom as well as a lounge with dining area and the patio for outside dining or relaxing in front of the pool, The property is fully air conditioned and heating in both bedrooms and the lounge.
Ribera Beach 3 - 0809
This apartment is located in the popular complex of Ribera Beach in Mar de Cristal. It is walking distance to a lovely beach area and has of 3 bedrooms for 6 people, 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, oven, hob, freezer, dishes/cutlery, kitchen utensils, coffee machine, toaster and kettle. It has a lounge/diner and nice size balcony. Mar de Cristal has a tennis centre, supermarket, sailing school and a selection of bars and restaurants all within walking distance of the complex.
Ribera Beach 3 - 1208
This spacious penthouse apartment is located on the Ribera Beach complex in Mar de Cristal. The complex has a communal pool in the centre of the complex. The penthouse has 3 bedrooms, en suite bathroom and separate shower room. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is a lounge/diner and lovely balcony. From the balcony there are step to the large private roof solarium. Mar de Cristal has a tennis centre, supermarket, sailing school and a selection of bars and restaurants all within walking distance of the apartment.
Arona 2 - 5208
This Arona Penthouse apartment offers a whole host of home comforts for your self catering holiday, the accommodation comprises of 2 good sized bedrooms, offering built in wardrobes. There is a family bathroom located between the bedrooms. From the kitchen there is a large lounge/dining area and this has sliding patio doors which leads onto the patio area. The patio area is a great size for eating outdoors and there plenty of room to sunbath here. This penthouse apartment also have a roof terrace.
Albatros Playa 3 - 4908
This penthouse apartment is located in the popular resort of Mar de Cristal on the shores of the Mar Menor. The apartment has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with the lounge opening out to the balcony where you can enjoy outside dining and look over the pool and gardens. There is a private roof terrace with chill out sofa and chairs as well as sun beds. The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen and separate utility room.
Arona 2 - 0909
This modern 1st floor apartment is located in the popular complex of Arona 2 with its well kept gardens and communal swimming pool. The beaches of Mar de Cristal and Isla Menores on the Mar Menor are just a short walk away. The apartment has been furnished to a high standard with a good size lounge/dining room leading out onto the balcony which overlooks the pool and gardens. There are 2 bedrooms, one has a small balcony and both have good wardrobe space.
La Llana Beach MDC - 2210
This stylish three-bedroom ground floor apartment is situated in Mar de Cristal. It features a modern open plan living, dining and kitchen area, with sliding doors that open out onto the outside patio space over looking the large communal pool area.
The patio is spacious with a dining table and chairs, along with sun loungers and is the perfect place to relax. The property also offers a large front garden patio space with off street private parking.
Albatros Playa 1 - 3507
This outstanding penthouse is located at Albatros Resort 1 in Mar de Cristal. The complex has 18 apartments and 33 houses with communal garden with swimming pool. The entrance goes to the spacious living, dining room which has audio, cd/dvd , satellite TV and Wi-Fi access. The interior is very luxurious and furnished to a very high standard. The apartment has hot and cold air conditioning/heating and is thus also suitable for use throughout the year.
Ribera Beach 2 - 0905
This ground floor apartment is situated on the popular complex Ribera located in the village of Mar de Cristal. It is 5 minutes walking distance to the beaches of the Mar Menor which overlooks La Manga strip. It has 2 bedrooms, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen with all modern appliances, lounge/diner and good sized patio area. The communal pool is located in the centre of the complex.
Ribera Beach 3 - 6606
This modern penthouse apartment is located in the Ribera Beach complex in Mar de Cristal. The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, lounge/diner and nice size balcony. From the balcony there are steps to a large private roof solarium which is a great area to relaxing, read or eat. The apartment also has English and Spanish TV channels and Wi-Fi internet is free to use. The complex has a nice communal pool area in the centre and it is approximately 5 minutes walking distance from the beach.
Albatros Playa 1 - 9609
This ground floor apartment is located on the popular Albatros Playa 1 complex close to the beaches of the Mar Menor in Mar de Cristal. The complex has a grassed garden around the centre of the complex with a large pool and separate children's pool. The apartment has 2 good size bedrooms with a family bathroom. Kitchen including a dishwasher and utility area. The large south-east facing terrace has direct access to the pool with dinning table and chairs, parasol and sunbeds. There is also a second terrace from the main bedroom.
Ribera Beach 3 - 0306
This apartment is located on the ground floor in the popular complex of Ribera Beach in Mar de Cristal. It is a few minutes walking distance to a great beach area and has of 2 bedrooms, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, lounge/diner and large patio area backing onto a park. Mar de Cristal has a tennis centre, supermarket, sailing school and a selection of bars and restaurants all within walking distance of the apartment.
Ribera Beach 2 - 1509
This penthouse apartment is located in the Ribera Beach 2 complex in Mar de Cristal. It is walking distance to the beautiful beaches and comprises of 2 bedrooms, bathroom with bath/shower and hair dryer, fully equipped kitchen, lounge/diner and nice size balcony. Steps lead from the balcony to a large private roof solarium perfect for relaxing and sunbathing. The apartment also has internet access and a lift is avaible to the apartment.
Albatros Playa 2 - 2410
This very spacious penthouse apartment is located 5 minutes walking distance from the beaches on the Mar Menor. The apartment has 3 spacious bedrooms with a shower room and an en-suite bathroom from the master bedroom. It has an open-plan, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and utility area.
The balcony leads off from the lounge area and also runs along the side of the apartment to the private roof terrace with sea views.
Ribera Beach 3 - 4707
This lovely apartment is located at the Ribera Beach complex in Mar de Cristal. The apartment has of 3 bedrooms, en suite bathroom and separate shower room, lounge/diner, fully equipped kitchen and good sized balcony. The complex has a lovely communal pool area in the centre and it is approximately 5 minutes walking distance from the beach. Mar de Cristal has a tennis centre, supermarket, sailing school and a selection of bars and restaurants all within walking distance of the apartment.
Locations
Cabo de Palos can be found on the most southerly part of the Mar Menor just before getting to La Manga. It is a large village with a small marina which houses moorings for boats and there is a selection of restaurants which are renowned for serving a very good selection of fresh fish.
La Manga Club is a purpose built golf and sports complex which first opened to the public in 1972. Since it opened, it has grown considerably in size offering a secure and private retreat in which to enjoy your holiday. It is located close to a handful of traditional Spanish villages such as Mar de Cristal, Playa Honda and Cabo de Palos.
La Manga del Mar Menor is a beautiful area which houses the Mar Menor (small sea). This is a very large salt water lagoon as the La Manga strip creates a separation between this and the Mediterranean sea. Lining one side of the Mar Menor are small villages which stretch from San Javier in the north to Cabo de Palos in the south.
La Zenia is located on the Costa Blanca just south of Torrevieja, this area is also know as Orihuela Costa. La Zenia’s beach is a great place for the family, set in a cove and sandy beach and shallow waters. The area is full of restaurants and bars for every taste from an Indian meal to a local fish dish.
Los Alcázares is a typical Spanish beach town that is split into two areas: the old town in the south and the new town in the north. The town hall of Los Alcázares is one of the most active in the area and there always seems to be something going on like a fiesta, event or activity.
Los Nietos is a small village located on the Mar Menor. It is mostly undeveloped for tourism and the local fishermen still go out early in the morning to this day to catch fish to supply to local restaurants and markets. Although it remains largely unspoilt, there are still a few very nice restaurants and bars.
Los Urrutias is a small town located on the shore of the Mar Menor. The town has great all year round restaurants and in the summer months you will find fiestas with live music and a weekly market. The town of Los Alcázares is not far away where you have many bars and restaurants.
Orihuela Costa is the coastal area of Orihuela and is a huge area just south of Torrevieja which has several suburb areas including Cabo Roig, Campoamor,La Zenia, Playa Flamenca, Punta Prima, and Villamartin. In Orihuela Costa you will also discover 4 award winning Golf courses.
Pilar de la Horadada is a town in the Province of Alicante, this area covers the coastal resorts from Mil Palmeras in the north to El Mojon in the south. The total coat line is on the Mediterranean sea and has many blue flag beaches, parking and water sports.
Playa Honda is a village which is located close to the bottom of the Mar Menor. It is mostly flat making a great spot for walkers and cyclists. There is a long promenade on which you can walk along and take in the wonderful views across the water to La Manga strip.
Playa Paraiso is situated in the southern area of the Mar Menor. It benefits from the warm shallow waters of the Mar Menor (little sea) and is a great spot for beach holiday for families. The golden sand lines the sea and is great for walking on, you can walk for miles and stop at the various little huts serving cold drinks and snacks.
Puerto de Mazarrón is part of Mazarrón, the area is famous for its eroded rock formations, that have been carved and sculpted by wind and water. The beaches are great for all the family and for the naturists as well as the two beaches that are setup to accept dogs.
Roda Golf Resort is just one mile away from Mar Menor, a unique natural setting with calm, shallow waters, Roda Golf Resort sits in a region blessed with more than 157 miles of Mediterranean beaches and almost 300 days of sunshine a year, all with an average temperature of 21 degrees.
Roldan is a small Spanish village but has two great Golf Resorts just outside the village. La Torre Golf Resort and La Terrazas Golf Resort are two communities by Polaris World and both have 18 hole golf courses designed from Jack Nicklaus. La Torre is the larger resort with supermarket, bars, restaurants and other activities.
The beaches of the Mar Menor sea are just a 100m walk away where you can enjoy the sandy beach and warm waters of the Mar Menor. Santiago de la Ribera was a long promenade and a small high street with shops, bars and restaurants.
San Pedro del Pinatar is located on the Mar Menor in the region of Murcia and the main tourist area is Lo Pagan. The most famous attraction of San Pedro del Pinatar are the mud baths where people come to cover themselves in the mineral rich, therapeutic, clay-like mud before rinsing themselves clean in the warm waters of the Mar Menor.
Santiago de la Ribera is a coastal town located on the Murcian coast on the Mar Menor. It has a wide variety of bars, restaurants, cafes, ice cream parlours and pubs and has a great promenade that begins next to the General Air Academy and It ends after the City of Air. The Academia Genera del Aire is a great tourist attraction that holds open days several times a year for all interested visitors.
Sucina is a small Spanish town but has a couple of large golf complexes just outside of the town. Hacienda Riquelme Golf Resort is the largest with an 18 hole Jack Nicklaus Design championship golf course, driving range, tennis and padel courts. Other activities include petanque, outside gym equipment, sports court and children's play areas.
Santa Rosalia Lake and Life Resort is situated between Torre Pacheco and Los Alcazares on the Costa Calida in Murcia, known for its beautiful beaches and the two seas, The Mar Menor and the Mediterranean. This unique resort is a fantastic location for a holiday, surrounded by 4000 trees and plants and home to the famous beach and lake known as La Reserva.
El Carmoli is a small village located on the side of a mountain that was formed over 7 million years ago by a volcano. It is part of Los Urrutias and Punto Bravo. The village has a great all year round restaurant and in the summer months has a chill out bar with live music.