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Hostals & Hostels in Tarifa

Hotels near Tarifa’s Old Town let you stroll cobbled streets and soak up Andalusian charm© Michelle Chaplow
Hotels and hostals near Tarifa’s Old Town let you stroll cobbled streets and discover

Hostals and Hostels in Tarifa

Tarifa's Old Town is a charming area full of whitewashed buildings, cobbled streets, and a lively atmosphere — and there are plenty of hotels, hostels, and guesthouses in and around it that make exploring on foot so easy.

This super cool, laid back coastal resort boasts fascinating Moorish ruins, crystal clear waters, ample sporting opportunities and spectacular views across to Africa. Strong winds, coupled with vast, flat stretches of beach have given the town its' reputation for wind related sports, making wind, kite and land surfing popular among visitors and locals. Clear waters encourage adventurous diving trips and whale watching and fishing excursions are common.

The town is small and has a personal feel meaning that most accommodation will be but a short walk through Tarifa's pleasant backstreets to the centre. The port offers regular ferry trips to Morocco and is just a stones throw from the heart of the town.

Tarifa comes alive during the summer with visitors arriving to take advantage of the buzzing nightlife, friendly atmosphere and plentiful selection of activities. There is a large traveler scene, with many cheap hostals and hostels to cater for this, making it a great place to meet new friends or travel companions.

If you would prefer to explore the town's history and take advantage of what it has to offer, away from the crowds, then it is recommended to visit outside of the summer months.

Hostals and Hostels in Tarifa

Hostels and Hostals in Tarifa

Hostals and Hostels definition

A HOSTAL (also know as a guest house) provides basic accommodation at a reasonable price and a private room. These are common in Spain and not hard to find, with many occupying a floor of an apartment block as opposed to a stand alone building. Rooms don't all come with en-suite facilities, however guests will usually have the option of this.

A HOSTEL in Spain is that which you would expect to find in most parts of the world - the opportunity to stay in shared dorms at a low price. These are often social hubs among travelers, with common rooms and, at times, cheap bars making them excellent places to meet new people or find another travel companion. Many hostels also have private rooms available, as well as dorms.