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El Secreto del Agua

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Terrace/patio
In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Loft, Terrace, Sea View (202) | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
$90
$82 nightly
$90 total
Total with taxes and fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30

Explore the area

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Calle Pintor Rosales, s/n, Cartagena, Murcia, 30384
  • Place, Playa de Mar de Cristal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Islas Menores
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mar Menor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Corvera (RMU-Region de Murcia Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Studio, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Sea View (102)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds (104)

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Sea View (106)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds (108)

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Sea View (110)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, 1 Double Bed (114)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, 1 Double Bed (116)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed (118)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Sea View (120)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Sea View (122)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Loft, Terrace, Sea View (204) | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft, Terrace, Sea View (204)

  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Loft, Terrace, Sea View (202) | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft, Terrace, Sea View (202)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cartagena

With a stay at El Secreto del Agua in Cartagena (Diputación de Rincón de San Ginés), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of La Manga Club and Playa de Mar de Cristal. .This beach hotel is 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from Mar Menor Golf and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mar Menor.

What's nearby

  • Playa de Mar de Cristal - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Islas Menores - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • El Vivero - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mar Menor - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Playa de Poniente de Islas Menores - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cartagena (XUF-Cartagena Train Station) - 20 min drive
  • Corvera (RMU-Region de Murcia Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scabetti - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Malvasia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Mirador - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Club Naútico La Isleta - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Parador Del Mar Menor - ‬12 min drive

About this property

El Secreto del Agua

El Secreto del Agua offers 13 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 13 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at Piccolo Mare or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the bar/lounge or one of the 3 beach bars.
Featured amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Piccolo Mare - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Piccolo Mare

Things to do

  • Children's pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number A.MU.220

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

El Secreto Agua Aparthotel Cartagena
El Secreto Agua Aparthotel
El Secreto Agua Cartagena
El Secreto Agua
El Secreto del Agua Hotel
El Secreto del Agua Cartagena
El Secreto del Agua Hotel Cartagena

El Secreto del Agua Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 122 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hanspeter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this spacious apartment with an ocean view. The view is absolutely spectacular and one of the highlights of our trip. The apartment is modern, new, very clean, and well maintained. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always helpful. Overall, an excellent place to stay, we would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

monique

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious with a kitchenette! Peaceful and overlooking the sea. Free parking. The nearby Spar was great for food shopping. Great area! Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the pleasure of this little quiet place right on the edge of Mar Menor. On arrival greeted nicely. By mistake from myself i had accidentally left out our 7 year old daugther from the booking, which caused a bit of planning with extra bed etc. So all in all check in went smooth. The place is a charming building with different pathways, big solarium, and patio with a jacuzzi which also are used by kids to play in. Very quiet area, even though there is possibilites for breakfast, finer dining and lunch. Beach is a stone throw from the entrance and perfect for children. All in all recommendable and we appreciated our stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maciej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We had an amazing stay. The location of the apartment was excellent with an amazing view. The apartment was well equipped although some of the fixtures and fittings were tired and could do with replacing eg coffee table shelving units. Decking on terrace bit wobbly and some.furniture broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great location, good value, few drawbacks

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff treated us like family. This is a hidden gem with gorgeous views and easy dining/cafe. It's located on the beach with a beautiful walkway. Great AC and hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my third time here and I have always had a very pleasant stay. Front reception lady was very pleasant, welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

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

Paradise

Lovely small hotel, it is in a perfect location and the views are amazing.The staff were friendly and professional. We have a property in Mar De Crystal and needed more space with family visiting. We will definitely recommend to our friends and will also visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Great place to stay

It was a perfect place to stay Comfortable, clean and spacious. I would have preferred a room to the front , but 116 was the only room available at time off booking. 100% recommend to friends and Family
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great loft apartment

Great short stay and made even more relaxing with a panoramic view from both the expansive terrace and the lounge area
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Raylene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though it was out of season dining options were very limited. The area is lovely and very tranquil. Ran out of hot water before finishing shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Quiet, on the beachfront, great restaurant next door. Will come back there if in the La Manga area again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Medina

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

Wonderful stay at Mar de Cristal

Whole experience from booking to checkout was perfect. We arrived late but were provided with a code to obtain our key to the room. Room was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Outside solarium was wonderful but some maintenance need to the deck floor, which was a bit uneven. Staff were very friendly and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miguel Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

New Year break

Communication was excelldnt both before and during our stay. Precise instruction enabled us to get accept to the room swiftly and easily despite our late arrival after Reception time. The room was clean and well presented just as described. Location was ideal for our stay with a bar and restaurant and good supermarket close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Marta

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible experience

October, business trip, low season looking for a good place to have rest.The site did not tell me about a great concert in the lounge bar of the apartments, and the room assigned was just above the bar. 2:30am and I was still awake. Apart from that, there was a lot of humidity and the apartment, the mattress, the bed, the sheets, everything smelled of moisture. The apartment is much older than what appears in the photos.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Réception shuts at 5.30 so need to arrange later arrivals. Large modern room with kitchenette and modern shower room. No safe in room. No tea/coffee provided. Comfortable bed. Limited housekeeping. Very limited dining in vicinity.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stop for some RnR. Loved the private deck overlooking the water. The fully stocked kitchen in our suite was a nice touch. Parking was free and within steps of the front entrance. We definitely will return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

guillermo

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022