Catarroja · l’Albufera · Valencia
Restaurant near l’Albufera and Catarroja port
Alqueria Villa Carmen is a rice and Mediterranean restaurant in Catarroja, a few minutes’ drive from Catarroja port, one of the gateways to the Albufera Natural Park. If you are visiting the port or taking a boat trip, you can finish the morning with a rice dish among the gardens.
From Catarroja port to the table
Catarroja port sits at the end of the Camí del Port inside the natural park, and boat trips through the canals and the lake leave from there. Villa Carmen is on the border between Catarroja and Albal, so it is easy to combine l’Albufera with lunch without driving into Valencia city. Check boat times directly with the boatmen at the port.
Rice and paella after l’Albufera
Albufera cooking revolves around rice. Our rice page and the Rice Menu list the dry and creamy rice dishes currently available, with dishes, price and conditions. Availability changes, so check the active menu and book ahead, especially at weekends.
Plan your day
Groups and celebrations too
Besides the dining room we have rooms and gardens for family meals, communions, christenings, weddings and company events. If you are planning a group trip to l’Albufera, request a proposal through Contact with your date and party size.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the restaurant from l’Albufera?
Catarroja port is a few minutes’ drive away and El Palmar is about 7 km as the crow flies. We are in Catarroja, next to Albal, in l’Horta Sud.
Do I need to book?
We recommend it, especially at weekends and for groups. You can book online on the reservations page.
What are your opening hours?
We open Thursday to Sunday for lunch. Check the current hours on Contact; festive dates may have their own schedule.