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Where to stay for the 2 August 2027 solar eclipse
On 2 August 2027 a total solar eclipse will cross southern Spain, North Africa and Egypt, with up to six minutes of darkness in the middle of the day. These are the places and hotels to book now.
On Monday 2 August 2027 the moon slides in front of the sun, and a narrow band from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean goes dark in the middle of the day. It is already being called the eclipse of the century, because totality lasts unusually long over land.
It lasts longest in Egypt, at around six minutes and twenty seconds near Luxor. But you do not need to go that far. Southern Spain is also in the path, with two to three minutes of totality in Cádiz and Marbella.
Hotels in the path will fill up long before, so it pays to book early. The hotel links are affiliate links. If you book through them, Picolo may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Where can you see the eclipse?
The path of totality crosses southern Spain, Gibraltar, northern Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya and Egypt, then Saudi Arabia and Yemen. Outside the path you will only see a partial eclipse.
Cádiz: around 2 minutes 56 seconds
Marbella: around 3 minutes 20 seconds
Gibraltar and Tangier: around 4 minutes 30 to 50 seconds
Luxor: around 6 minutes 20 seconds
Spain and Gibraltar
Parador de Cádiz
Sea views from Parador de Cádiz.
Cádiz: Parador de Cádiz
Cádiz lies close to the centre of the path in Spain, and the eclipse happens in the morning, at around 10.45 local time. It is one of Europe's oldest cities, surrounded by sea on three sides.
Parador de Cádiz sits by the sea next to Genovés Park, looking straight out over the Atlantic. Guests especially love the location.
Book the hotel: See available rooms at Parador de Cádiz
Marbella Club Hotel
The garden at Marbella Club.
Marbella: Marbella Club Hotel
Marbella gets more than three minutes of totality, and August is high season on the Costa del Sol. Combine the eclipse with a week on the beach.
Marbella Club is on the Golden Mile, with gardens running down to the beach and two outdoor pools.
Book the hotel: See available rooms at Marbella Club Hotel
Gran Hotel Miramar
The courtyard at Gran Hotel Miramar.
Málaga: Gran Hotel Miramar
Málaga lies at the edge of the path, with around two minutes of totality. That is shorter than further west, but Málaga has the most flights.
Gran Hotel Miramar is on La Malagueta beach, a few minutes from the port. There are three restaurants and a spa.
Book the hotel: See available rooms at Gran Hotel Miramar
The Rock Hotel
The view from the terrace at The Rock Hotel.
Gibraltar: The Rock Hotel
Gibraltar gets around four and a half minutes of totality, more than anywhere in Spain. From the Rock you look across the strait to Africa.
The Rock Hotel sits on the slopes below the Rock, overlooking the bay. Wifi and parking are included, and guests praise the staff.
Book the hotel: See available rooms at The Rock Hotel
North Africa and Egypt
El Minzah Hotel
The terrace at El Minzah in Tangier.
Tangier: El Minzah
Tangier gets almost five minutes of totality, and the city is just a short ferry ride from Tarifa. Its medina and harbour cafés have drawn artists and writers for a century.
El Minzah is a historic hotel near the port of Tangier. Breakfast and wifi are included.
Book the hotel: See available rooms at El Minzah Hotel
Radisson Blu Athénée Palace Resort & Thalasso
The garden and pool at Radisson Blu Djerba.
Tunisia: Radisson Blu on Djerba
Tunisia lies in the middle of the path, and the island of Djerba gets long totality in one of the country's most popular holiday areas.
Radisson Blu is on the beach on Djerba, with a garden, a pool and thalasso spa. Breakfast and wifi are included.
Book the hotel: See available rooms at Radisson Blu Athénée Palace Resort & Thalasso
Al Moudira Hotel
The pool at Al Moudira.
Luxor: Al Moudira
Luxor gets the longest eclipse anywhere on the path, at around six minutes and twenty seconds. Watch it over the temples of Karnak or the Valley of the Kings.
Al Moudira is on the west bank of the Nile, in a palm garden, and has four restaurants.
Book the hotel: See available rooms at Al Moudira Hotel
Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
Sunset over the Nile from Hilton Luxor.
Luxor: Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
Hilton Luxor sits on the Nile, with two outdoor pools and river views. Karnak Temple is a short trip away.
Guests especially love the pool. Remember that August is very hot in Egypt, often above 40 degrees.
Book the hotel: See available rooms at Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
When should you book?
Hotels in the path will fill up long before the eclipse, and prices will rise the closer you get. Book a year ahead if you can, and choose a flexible rate in case the forecast looks poor.
Book early and choose free cancellation
Buy certified eclipse glasses, never look straight at the sun without them
Check the weather statistics, Egypt and North Africa almost always have clear skies in August
See also the best hotels in Seville and Málaga and where is hot in March.
FAQ: the 2027 solar eclipse
When is the 2027 solar eclipse?
The total solar eclipse is on Monday 2 August 2027. In southern Spain it happens in the morning, at around 10.45 local time.
Where does the eclipse last longest?
It lasts longest in Egypt, at around six minutes and twenty seconds near Luxor.
Can you see the eclipse from the UK?
From the UK you will only see a small partial eclipse. To see totality you need to travel to the path in southern Spain, North Africa or the Middle East.
Where in Spain can you see the eclipse?
Totality crosses southern Spain, including Cádiz, Marbella and Málaga. Gibraltar and Ceuta get the longest totality.
What do I need to watch the eclipse?
Certified eclipse glasses. You can only look without them during the minutes when the sun is completely covered.