Occidental Mar Menor

Property class: 4
Family-friendly hotel in Cartagena with pool bar and bar/lounge

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

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

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
The current price is $73
$80 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.
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.
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.

Room options

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View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace, Poolside

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

Junior Suite, Terrace, Poolside

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Terrace, Pool View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Double Room, Terrace, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Terrace, Pool View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

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

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Pool Access, Ground Floor

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Premium Double Room, Pool Access, Ground Floor

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

View all photos for Family Room, Terrace, Pool View (2A1C)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

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

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Pool Access, Ground Floor (2A1C )

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Poolside

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Poolside (4A+1C)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

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

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Terrace, Annex Building

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

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

View all photos for Family Room, Terrace, Pool View (2A2C)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

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

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Terrace, Pool View (3Adults)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

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

View all photos for Basic Triple Room, Terrace, Annex Building (3Adults)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

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

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

View all photos for Basic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Annex Building (2A1C)

A hotel room with two beds, teal walls, and a large window.

Basic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Annex Building (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

View all photos for Double with Balcony and Sofa Bed

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

Double with Balcony and Sofa Bed

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

DOUBLE WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE ECONOMY

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

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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
  • Playa de Los Urrutias - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • El Vivero - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • La Manga Club - 21 min drive - 15.6 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
  • ‪La Espiga del Mar Menor - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Scabetti - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bodega La Cabaña De Saura - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Toro - ‬9 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. You can visit the fitness center for a workout or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

All inclusive details

  • 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

Hotel size

    • 148 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

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

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

Children

    • Free children's club

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

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
  • Fitness center
  • 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

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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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

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 a fitness center, as well as an arcade and 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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Occidental Mar Menor Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

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  • The pool area was clean, spacious, and suitable for families with plenty of activities for children. (16 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic facilities and staff all great.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hotel plenty or room by the pools and all the staff were fantastic.
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10/10 Exceptional

Food, drink and pools were perfect
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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6/10 Good

The rooms were great 9 of 10. TV options 1 of 10. Pools nice 8 of 10. Pool open hours 2 of 10 (open late and closing early) Location was a bit off, Breakfast was not impressive 1 of 10 Snacks available for purchase 1 of 10
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10/10 Exceptional

Just a great hotel, with great pool complex and delicious breakfast. Staff is friendly, parking is plentiful and overall a very nice place to stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic 4 day stay at the hotel. Great pool and huge bed, we had a lovely time and we would definitely stay again. Good breakfast and the hotel and pool area were spotless. A little bit remote but once we found Paddy’s Irish Bar we were well fed and watered.
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8/10 Very good

Great pools and the rooms are cozy.
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8/10 Very good

Excellent bed. The building doesn’t look white because of the dust in town and the food is not the best.
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8/10 Very good

Clean room,breakfast
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was brilliant
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8/10 Very good

Nice hotel that was built during the 2008 building boom. Area has stopped growing since then. Breakfast was very good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelent
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8/10 Very good

Little far out location not great
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, not many things around
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10/10 Exceptional

I think the room, staff was excellent. The breakfast itself was a typical buffet that sat under lights but wasn’t as hot as you would hope for. Fresh fruit was in short supply. I appreciate that the hotel wasn’t full and therefore so as not to waste food, choice was limited. Not a complaint just an observation.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
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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
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8/10 Very good

God frokost, kjekt bassengområde for familier mye aktivitet for de minste, som og lager lyd så ønsker du et rolig område så er hotellet litt støyete utenom noen timer midt på dagen. Nærområdet er kjedelig og øde og stranda ikke så kjekk så vi dro til andre plasser for å bade sånn 20 minutt unna. Hyggelig betjening, men engelskkunnskapene er så dårlige at d er vanskelig å kommunisere med de fleste for oss som ikke snakker spansk.
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8/10 Very good

Språket var en utmaning då väldigt få talade engelska.