Salobreña - Beautiful Whitewashed Village Perched on a Rock

the village of salobreña in granada spain

The traveller will know that the beaches of the Costa Tropical are not far away when the beautiful image of Salobreña’s rocky hill appears on the horizon.

Just before reaching the crossroads to reach either Motril or Almuñécar, this impressive whitewashed village, perched on a rock and crowned by an Arab castle of the thirteenth century, appears.

salobrena village rock and horse

Salobreña is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful villages on the Costa Tropical of Granada. A walk through its steep and narrow streets reveals its Arab past.

Thousands of years ago, the Arab sultans used this castle for the forced ’retirement’ of the members of the Nazari royal family who lost their trust.

Salobreña Hotels

The selection of the best hotels in Salobreña, hotels with swimming pools in quiet places or in the first line of the beach with balconies with sea view.

Salobreña Hostels

Hostels on the beach or in the historic centre of Salobreña, with an Andalusian patio in quiet streets and a cosy, family atmosphere.

In addition to the Castle, you can visit the Historical Museum, where you will discover the roots of this town with more than 6,000 years of history.

The neighbourhoods of the Villa, the Albaycín and the Brocal surrounding of the Castle are beautiful locations that retain original Andalusian charm with whitewashed façades and many flower pots. The Castle also has beautiful views of the sea.

But the best views of the sea are from El Mirador square, from which all the beaches of Salobreña and part of those of Almuñécar and Motril can be seen.

What to See in Salobreña

The most interesting aspects of Salobreña, the typical neighbourhoods, the Church of the Virgen del Rosario, Parque de la Fuente and the Castle.

Salobreña Beaches

The dark sand and pebbled beaches of Salobreña, quiet coves, the chiringuitos on the shoreline and protected areas with a beautiful seabed.

You can still see some patches of green in the form of sugar cane fields and tropical fruits, in the fertile plain between the castle and the famous Rock of Salobreña.

Almost all of its beaches have particular charm, among them La Charca/Salomar and La Guardia standing out.

Making your way to the sea shore, you can enjoy a beautiful walk among palm trees that will lead you to La Guardia beach.

Salobreña Restaurants

Traditional family-run restaurants, chiringuitos and tapas bars on the beach where you can enjoy the typical cuisine of this area and the best fresh fish.

Festivities in Salobreña

Typical festivals of the region, what to do in summer in Salobreña, the Day of the Cross, the Virgen del Rosario, Holy Week and summer concerts.

On the way, you will find a beautiful park with swings and some wildlife, such as ducks, partridges and peacocks, a delight for young children: this is the Parque de la Fuente.

Here there is a small kiosk where you can buy drinks, and two of the town's biggest supermarkets are right next door.

Addresses and Useful Telephone Numbers

Salobreña Tourist Office

Address: Pl. de Goya, s/n. Telephone: 958 610 314. Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 13:30.

Post Office in Salobreña

Address: Antonio Machado, 13. Telephone: 958 610 777, 902 197 197. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 14:00.

Health Centre

Address: Pl. de Juan Carlos 1, s/n. Telephone: 600 140 543, 600 140 054. Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 20:00.

Salobreña Buses

There is no bus station in Salobreña. The bus stop serving the town is located 100 m from the Tourist Office. Telephone: 902 422 242 (Alsa)

Taxis in Salobreña

Telephone: 958 611 531 (Radio Taxi), 606 896 678 (Euro Taxi)

Page Updated: March 31, 2020

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