Almerimar
Almerimar is a planned resort town with 3,400 sunshine hours per year – the most in the EU – one of Spain's largest sports marinas with 1,100 berths, a 27-hole Gary Player golf course and apartments from €125,000.
Quick facts Almerimar
Population
4 000
2025
Source: Municipal Registry (El Ejido)
Foreign residents
30%
Source: Estimat baserat på padrón
Estimated Swedes
50
Liten men stabil skandinavisk grupp
Distance to airport
30 min
Almería (LEI)
Price per m²
1 500 €
Source: Idealista/Marknadsdata
Sunshine hours per year
3200
Average temperature
19°C
Average temperature
Lifestyle in Almerimar
Life here is active and outdoors-oriented. The "Paseo" around the marina is the social hub with plenty of restaurants and cafés. Many cycle or jog in the neighbouring Punta Entinas-Sabinar nature reserve. Many Scandinavians and Britons live here year-round, creating an international yet calm atmosphere.
Why Swedes love Almerimar
- ✓The climate is among the driest in Europe — perfect for joint pain and rheumatism.
- ✓Almerimar is a planned, green oasis in an otherwise dry landscape, with a marina and golf.
- ✓Price levels are significantly lower than Costa Blanca, with modern standards.
- ✓The calm and safety appeal to Swedish retirees who want to avoid tourist factories.
🤔Who is it NOT suitable for?
- •Those who want buzz and nightlife — Almerimar shuts down early.
- •Those who need Swedish-speaking services nearby.
- •Families with teenagers who want entertainment.
Districts in Almerimar
Marina / Puerto Deportivo
The heart of Almerimar. The marina with restaurants, bars and walks along the quays.
Pros
- +Central location
- +Marina views
- +Near all restaurants
Cons
- −Higher prices
- −Livelier in summer evenings
Golf / Urbanización
The quiet villa area around the golf course. Spacious homes with gardens.
Pros
- +Spacious and green
- +Near the golf course
- +Quiet year-round
Cons
- −Car required for services
- −Can feel isolated in winter
Strandområdet / Playa
Apartments and townhouses near the long sandy beaches to the west.
Pros
- +Near the sea
- +Good windsurfing conditions
- +Wide beaches
Cons
- −Windy at times
- −Limited restaurants outside the marina
Climate in Almerimar vs Stockholm
2800
Sunshine hours/year
50
Rainy days/year
28°C
July avg
25°C
Sea temp July
| Month | Almerimar | Stockholm | Difference | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | -2°C | +15°C | 15°C |
| Apr | 18°C | 5°C | +13°C | 17°C |
| Jul | 28°C | 18°C | +10°C | 24°C |
| Okt | 22°C | 8°C | +14°C | 21°C |
Property market in Almerimar
Price trend (5 years)
+12%
Steadily increasing trend since 2020
Estimated Rental Yield
5.5%
Gross yield for long-term rental
Tourist license
Possible
Generally possible to obtain a short-term rental license.
What does a property cost?
Average price ranges for standard properties in good condition.
* Prices are estimated averages and may vary depending on location, condition and view.
Attractions & experiences in Almerimar
The marina (approximately 1,100 berths). Gary Player golf course. Nature reserve with flamingos and sand dunes. The beach stretching for miles to the east.
Transport & getting around in Almerimar
Almería airport approximately 35-40 min. Málaga airport approximately 2 hours. Car needed for larger shopping (Lidl/Mercadona in the village but larger stores in El Ejido 10 min away).
The best of Almerimar
Marina
Enorm & levande
Golf
27 hål i byn
Vind
Surfingparadis
Solsäkrast
Flest timmar i EU
Practical for Swedes
Travel from Sweden
Norwegian (säsong)
1-2 ggr/vecka till LEI
Diverse
Via Málaga eller Alicante oftast smidigare
Transfer to the area:
Almería airport 30 min by car. Rental car recommended — no direct bus to Almerimar.
Healthcare & Health
Health centre in Almerimar. Hospital in El Ejido (15 min) and Almería (30 min).
NIE number & Legal
Applied for in El Ejido or Almería city.
Swedish services on-site
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💡Tips for buying in Almerimar
Pay attention to orientation – a south-west-facing balcony gives fantastic sunsets over the mountains. Puerto Marina is the "centre", whilst Alta Entinas is quieter and closer to the nature reserve.
Watch out for
"Those who want buzz and nightlife — Almerimar shuts down early., Those who need Swedish-speaking services nearby., Families with teenagers who want entertainment."
Common questions about Almerimar
It is more of a planned resort town belonging to the municipality of El Ejido. There is a supermarket, pharmacy and restaurants, but for larger shopping you go to El Ejido (15 min).
The Poniente wind blows regularly, which is excellent for surfers but can be annoying for sunbathers. The marina is sheltered from wind.
Yes, but winter is quite quiet. About 30% live permanently. The climate is mild year-round, but services decrease outside the season.
The average price in Almerimar is approximately €1,500/m² with a 12% increase over the last 5 years (Idealista 2025). Apartments cost €80,000–130,000 and villas €250,000–500,000. Marina-adjacent properties are most expensive (approx. €1,700/m²), while the golf area is lower (approx. €1,400/m²).
Almerimar has 3,200 sunshine hours per year, one of the highest in Europe (AEMET). The average temperature in January is 13°C and in July 28°C. The extremely dry climate is often recommended for joint pain and rheumatism. The Poniente wind cools hot summer days but can be brisk in winter.
Yes, tourist licences are available in Almerimar. The average rental yield is approximately 5.5% per year (Market Analysis 2025). Golf properties and marina apartments are most sought-after for rentals. The season runs April–October, with peak in July–August.
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