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Occidental Mar Menor

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Cartagena with pool bar and bar/lounge

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On the shores of El Algar, Occidental Mar Menor offers a family-friendly escape. Enjoy a refreshing drink at the swim-up bar or take in the sun on comfortable loungers by the seasonal pool. With free WiFi and an arcade for kids, this hotel is perfect for families.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Breakfast available
  • Free children's club
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Bar/lounge
  • Children's club

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY477
CNY524 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1

Why we love this property

Sandy beach getaway
Discover the unique charm of this hotel with its direct access to a striking black sand beach. Perfect for an unconventional coastal escape.
Splash and sip poolside
This hotel boasts a seasonal outdoor pool and children's pool. Pool-goers can lounge under umbrellas or swim up to the bar for refreshing drinks.
Delicious day starters
This hotel's bar provides the perfect evening hangout. Morning brings delightful flavors with a buffet breakfast to fuel the day ahead.

Room options

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Junior Suite, Terrace, Poolside | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Junior Suite, Terrace, Poolside

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Superior Double Room, Terrace, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Terrace, Pool View

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium Double Room, Pool Access, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Terrace, Pool View (2A1C)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium Double Room, Pool Access, Ground Floor (2A1C )

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Poolside

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Poolside (4A+1C)

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room, Terrace, Annex Building

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Terrace, Pool View (2A2C)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Triple Room, Terrace, Pool View (3Adults)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Basic Triple Room, Terrace, Annex Building (3Adults)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Basic Triple Room, Terrace, Annex Building (2A1C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Urbanizacion La Perla, Cartagena, Cartagena, 30368

What's nearby

  • Playa Perla de Levante - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mar Menor - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • El Vivero - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa de Los Urrutias - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Manga Club - 13 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Corvera (RMU-Region de Murcia Intl.) - 41 min drive
  • Cartagena Station - 23 min drive
  • Cartagena (XUF-Cartagena Train Station) - 23 min drive
  • Torre-Pacheco Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don Lorenzo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Churrascos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pablo Guardiola - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar Azul - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Terraza Arena - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Occidental Mar Menor

Occidental Mar Menor features a free kids' club and puts you within a 15-minute drive of La Manga Club. After splashing around at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a children's pool, and a kids' club.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Occidental Mar Menor are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 148 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Free children's club
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 10 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Free daily reception

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Lifeguard on site

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 31
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 28
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 45-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12 to 15 for adults, and EUR 12 to 15 for children

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 28 2025 to March 19 2026 (dates subject to change).

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs EUR 10 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

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.
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 June to 23 September.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.

Also known as

Occidental Mar Menor Hotel
Occidental Mar Menor Cartagena
Occidental Mar Menor Hotel Cartagena

Frequently asked questions

Is Occidental Mar Menor currently open?

This property is closed from September 28 2025 to March 19 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Occidental Mar Menor offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Occidental Mar Menor does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Occidental Mar Menor?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Occidental Mar Menor?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Occidental Mar Menor?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 10 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Occidental Mar Menor?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Occidental Mar Menor?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino de Cartagena (26-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Occidental Mar Menor and nearby?

Occidental Mar Menor has a seasonal outdoor pool and an arcade, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Does Occidental Mar Menor have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Occidental Mar Menor like?

Occidental Mar Menor is a short 9-minute walk from Mar Menor and 14 minutes' walk from Playa de Los Urrutias.

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Reviews

Occidental Mar Menor Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property features a spacious area with three pools and a large area for relaxation under pergolas. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, not many things around
carlota, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic facilities and staff all great.
John, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Food, drink and pools were perfect
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hotel plenty or room by the pools and all the staff were fantastic.
Colin, 12-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Amazing value buffet dinner, and staff were excellent. Sadly let down by the location next to the environmental disaster of mar menor
Rob, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good "resort" type hotel. Very friendly staff, clean. Would benefit from real access to sea with a beach and less concrete near the pools: More trees / green. Will come again, for sure.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very unique hotel which I would imagine is ideal for more active people. Seems to be ideal for cycling and water sports activities.
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice if you just want to relax

Really nice hotel, great food and variety of choice. Room was amazing patio that walked out straight onto pool area. Bed and pillows very comfortable Drinks hut was a little manic, you’d to time it right or you could be stand waiting a good 10-15mins Entertainment on an evening very poor, day entertainment were lack luster, aqua fit in pool was so underwhelming I gave up, no energy from staff member at all
Kerry, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
Liam, 5-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

The evening meal was the worse we ever had .the food selection was terrible and the hot food was cold .so much so we ate away from the hotel
Wes, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A great hotel in a nice and quiet area just outside of La Manga. If you want nightlife around you don't stay here, it's in a quiet residential village and you need a car. The rooms are lovely, spacious, bathroom is big with great shower. What I loved about the hotel is the openness, the hotel has a big area in the middle with 3 pools and a massive area for chilling under pergolas when the heat gets to much. One area which needs improving is the food or more the keeping it hot .. most dishes are under heat lamps and some are not on so they get luke warm quickly. Fix the lamps and it would be fine. I would definitely stay here again.
simon, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property itself is excellent. The rooms are well proportioned, especially the bathrooms, and 3 pools means there is plenty to go around. However the pools were very cold compared to the swimming pools in Benidorm the week before with similar sun cover and air temperature. Also the property seems to catch the wind excessively, there wasn't a day where your towel was safe on your sunbed from being blown away. The kids club wasn't promoted so we had no real idea if it was working it not - I personally think the resort is better suited to couples than families as the atmosphere is very relaxed (too relaxed if you've got young kids). The kids entertainment on the terrace starts too late (2230). The food was well prepared and presented, if you are into your Spanish themed dishes you will appreciate it, if you've a more British palette the eating in options are not really for you. The complex was extremely quiet the week we were there, weirdly so. The most people we saw at one time was about 50 in the restaurant, other than that there seemed to be more staff than customers. Overall it's a lovely relaxing hotel for older guests or those looking for peace and tranquility.
Daniel, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

para repetir

El hotel es estupendo, con unas instalaciones amplias y muy buenas, las tres piscinas con el agua limpia, y las camas son muy cómodas
EPIFANIA, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Väldigt bra hotel och trevlig personal. Jättebra gym där jag bara saknade små handdukar och vatten. Saknade även TV kanalen CNBC.
Mattias, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Väldigt dyrt (all-inclusive) för att vara helt okej hotel. Inte mycket extra utöver dricka chips och mat.. om man inte räknar vattengympa och halvdan underhållning som extra :)
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Propreté impeccable superbes piscines. Le seul point négatif pour nous c est le restaurant qui fait un peu cantine mais cuisine très bonne et beaucoup de choix, nous avons mangé en terrasse pour avoir moins de bruit. Autrement c est parfait
patrice, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Tilavat huoneet ja kivat ulkotilat

Hieno allas-alue. Hyvät ruoat ja aamiainen. Iso allas-alue, jossa myös baari
Jari, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Necesitas coche, si o sí

Hotel muy tranquilo, aunque está lejos de todo. Las piscinas, lo mejor.
Guillermo, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Court séjour

L'hôtel est très bien, confortable et en très bon état. Accueil et personnel parfaits. Mais la restauration, dîner et petit déjeuner, est mauvaise.La plage est celle de la lagune, déconseillée, les belles plages sont à 15 kms.Il n'y a rien à faire autour de l'hôtel
Philippe, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastico

Tutto perfetto Ottima struttura Pulizia Ottima colazione
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

El servicio de limpieza de las habitaciones no corresponde con la buena calidad del hotel.La terraza no se tocó cuando se hizo la habitación.
Clara Luz, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Me gustó las instalaciones Y lo que no me gustó que está muy aparto y para ir a la playa tenía que coger coche
Paco, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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lionel, 12-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Un hotel para disfrutar

La estancia ha sido maravillosa, solo destacar que el hotel esta en una zona apartada sin servicios y el comedor con el Aire acondicionado demasiado frio.
Juan Alberto, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

El hotel **** perfecto, para descansar, el personal muy amable y atento. Las 3 piscinas excelentes, hamacas para todos, sin problema, te facilitan las toallas para piscina. Por la tarde noche, sobre las 20 horas, funciona la terraza, con música, cosa también esta muy bien, el personal de animación muy bueno. El personal del comedor a cual mejor, te facilitan lo que necesites. Tienen servicio de bufé, plancha donde puedes elegir, normalmente, pollo, pescado o carne. Fallo grande del hotel, pool truck de pena, con atención muy lenta, se va la gente de aburrimiento, tras estar esperando muchísimo tiempo, cuando no faltan vasos, se termina el barril de la cerveza, (no saben como cambiarlo), se acaba el café, la mayoría de los días pasa algo, personal sin experiencia, que se ahoga en un vaso de agua, cosa ilógica, para un servicio que requiere rápidez y agilidad. Además con sólo 1 pool truck no es suficiente, para dar un buen servicio. En otros hoteles con Todo incluido, en el pool truck preparan hamburguesas, perritos, kebat.....helados, aquí eso tampoco se hace. Otra cosa a mejorar, el hotel no tiene ni un detalle para un 25 aniversario, imagino que ni para unos recién casados tampoco, son detalles tontos, pero que aportan calidad. Las playas de alrededor no valen para nada, con algas, medusas huevo frito, dice que no pican, pero las ves y ya no te bañas.Hay que ir a San Javier o la Manga,para bañarte tranquilo Espero que mejoren estás cosas, porque el hotel ha de ser perfecto,
MARIA DEL CARMEN, 7-night trip