Guardalavaca

Playa Bani

Senior friendly

7.8

/ 10 Very good

#6 out of 11
in Holguín

About

Playa Bani is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 6th place out of 11 beaches in the Holguín region 51.9 km away from its center, the city of Holguin. It is one of the beaches of Guardalavaca settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Playa Bani coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, diving.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Esmeralda, which has a rating of 8.7.

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Historical

+33 ^oC +23 ^oC

Air temperature

9.1 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Good

7.4/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Frustrating

4/10

Amenities

Very good

7.8/10

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Playa Bani is located in Holguín within Guardalavaca, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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"For over a decade, our family has been returning to this breathtaking beach destination. It's a haven for children with its shallow entrance and reliable safety measures. Whether you're gazing out from the water or lounging on the shore, the view is simply stunning. Just a word of caution, about 7 meters from the shore, watch your step in the grass to avoid the prickly sea u..."

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - sufficient

Access

Cover and water

cover
swimming details
- Depth increase - moderate
- Boats near the beach - some
water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

Guardalavaca, Cuba

Guardalavaca Beach

Playa Guardalavaca

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise water

Guardalavaca 0.6 km

Bahia de Naranjo, Cuba

Emerald Beach

Playa Esmeralda

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise water

Bahia de Naranjo 2.8 km

Melilla, Cuba

Playa Yuraguanal

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water

Melilla 4.3 km

Don Lino, Cuba

Playa Don Lino

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water

Don Lino 0.3 km

Playa Blanca, Cuba

Playa Blanca

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water

Playa Blanca 0.1 km

What to do in Playa Bani? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

The deeper you dive, the more interesting the surrounding scenery - that's how you can characterize Playa Bani, but that doesn't mean that landscapes are uninteresting and it's better to spend all your time underwater. The fact is that one of the key activities on the beach is diving. Here you can scuba dive not only as a professional, but also a beginner, as there are several companies along the coast engaged in diving and diver training. Take advantage.

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

PST• 46.7km
Terminal de Ómnibus• 96.9km

Localities

Guardalavaca• 1.1km
Holguin• 51.9km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Bani?

The coastline of Playa Bani is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Playa Bani?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa Bani has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Playa Bani is also suitable for the following water activities:

Diving

Is the Playa Bani good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Playa Bani does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Playa Bani good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Bani secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Playa Bani?

Playa Bani can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Bani?

The bar is located right on the Playa Bani.

How far is the Playa Bani from parking?

The Playa Bani has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Bani?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Bani is August. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 28°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa Bani (Holguin) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.