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Playa de Carvajal
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About
Playa de Carvajal is located on the Alboran Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 34th place out of 92 beaches in the Malaga region 22.5 km away from its center, the city of Malaga. It is one of the beaches of Benalmadena settlement, just 3.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue water and gray sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Playa de Carvajal coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. 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. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Bonita Beach, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Beach overall scores
Playa de Carvajal is located in Malaga region (Costa del Sol sub-region) within Benalmadena, 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.
User reviews
"Playa de Carvajal offers a great experience with its fine-grained sand and top-notch amenities. It's a fantastic spot to spend time and relax."
Raquel Silva
"This beach is nothing special - just another place to waste your time in the sun."
Caleb Voyager
User reviews
"Playa de Carvajal offers a great experience with its fine-grained sand and top-notch amenities. It's a fantastic spot to spend time and relax."
Raquel Silva
"This beach is nothing special - just another place to waste your time in the sun."
Caleb Voyager
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 5.8 (Pleasant)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue pure water
Torremolinos 1.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Torremolinos 5.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Arroyo de la Miel 1.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue pure water, Sand bottom
Benalmadena 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue pure water
Torremolinos 0.7 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Urbanizacion La Mairena 5.3 km
What to do in Playa de Carvajal? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Playa de Carvajal is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Chiringuito La Cuban...• 3 min walk
- estark 92• 5 min walk
- el lotero• 6 min walk
- Pulperia Freiduria E...• 3.2km
Attractions
- Mariposario de Benal...• 28 min walk
- Torre vigía de Torre...• 2.3km
- Colomares Monument• 2.7km
- Benalmádena Museum• 3.2km
Transport
- FGR• 4.8km
- Bel Paese• 27 min walk
- Carvajal• 5 min walk
Localities
- Benalmadena• 3.1km
- Malaga• 22.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de Carvajal?
The coastline of Playa de Carvajal is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Playa de Carvajal?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa de Carvajal has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Playa de Carvajal is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the Playa de Carvajal good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Playa de Carvajal does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Playa de Carvajal for swimming is positive.
Is the Playa de Carvajal 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 sharp.
Is the Playa de Carvajal 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de Carvajal?
The bar is located right on the Playa de Carvajal.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Chiringuito La Cubana is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de Carvajal?
There are 7927 places to stay in the Playa de Carvajal area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa de Carvajal from parking?
The Playa de Carvajal 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.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa de Carvajal?
There are 4 attractions near Playa de Carvajal that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mariposario de Benalmádena-Butterfly Park located in 2.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de Carvajal?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa de Carvajal is August. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa de Carvajal (Malaga) 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.
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