Almería travel guide
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You're Going to Love Almería
With a population of 188.810, Almería is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country.
When to visit Almería
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Almería in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 28 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Almería, with an average rainfall of 1 mm.
How to Get to Almería
Plane
When flying to Almería, you’ll arrive at Almeria Airport (LEI), which is located 8 km from the city centre.
Train
Renfe is the only carrier operating train routes to Almería. The train station in Almería is called Almería, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Almería is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 175 km from Almería. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and Alamo, among others, in Málaga.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Almería, including ALSA, Bus and FlixBus. From Málaga, the bus ride to Almería takes 266 km and will cost you around $65. From Alicante, the ticket costs about $100 for a journey of 410 km. The most popular bus station is Almería, located 0.5 km from the city centre of Almería. Almería Murcia is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Almería
Where to stay in Almería
Average rates range from around $101 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $160 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Albergue Inturjoven Almería - Hostel and Sol Almería.
Where to stay in popular areas of Almería
Most booked hotels in Almería
Hiring a car in Almería
Expect to pay $2.78 per litre in Almería (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.28 and $44.38. The most frequently booked car type in Almería is Compact (Fiat Tipo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Renault Kadjar or similar) is, on average, 12% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.