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Travel and accommodation

Accommodation

Participants will be accommodated at the Hotel Barceló Cabo de Gata, located in a privileged setting near the coast and just a few kilometers from the city of Almería and the university. The hotel offers modern facilities, perfect for ensuring both comfort and convenience during the event. Most of the activities of the ESERA Doctoral School will be held at the University of Almería“, located a few kilometers from the hotel. A bus service will be available for convenient transportation to the university campus, which also boasts an exceptional location by the sea.

At the Hotel Barceló Cabo de Gata, students will enjoy comfortable double rooms equipped with all necessary amenities, including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and comfortable workspaces. The hotel also features a variety of on-site services such as a gym, restaurants, outdoor pools, and direct access to the nearby Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park, making it an ideal choice for relaxation and recreation during downtime.

For those interested in exploring the cultural and natural beauty of Almería and the university, participants will have transportation choices to and from the nearby areas. A comfortable stay is guaranteed with excellent facilities designed to accommodate both individuals and groups.

We have confirmed room availability for the event period. We wish you a comfortable, productive, and enjoyable stay in Almería!

Travel

Spain is easily accessible by international flights. One of the four busiest airports in Spain after Madrid or Barcelona is Málaga Airport, significant for Spanish tourism as the main international airport serving Andalucía. It is 213 km (2 hours) from Almería. The airport has flight connections to over 60 countries worldwide, which increases the possibility for participants to find direct flights from their place of origin. It should also be mentioned that Aena airports offer an assistance service for people with reduced mobility and people with special needs to make the stay before and after flying easier. Regarding transport from Málaga airport to Almería, it is possible to go directly with the company ALSA. The travel time is around 3h 30m, it covers an approximate distance of 219 km, and the approximate price is €22.

Almería also has its own airport, which, for touristic reasons, has many charter flights, especially in summer, from many cities throughout Europe and the UK (https://aeropuertoalmeria.info/almeria-airport/). The distance from Almería Airport to the Hotel Barceló Cabo de Gata is less than 10 km (12 min by car).