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Calahonda Beach
Playa de la Calahonda
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About
Calahonda Beach is located on the Alboran Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 9th place out of 92 beaches in the Malaga region 48.9 km away from its center, the city of Malaga. It is one of the beaches of Nerja settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with crystal blue water and gray 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.
Calahonda Beach 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.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road.
12 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Burriana, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Beach overall scores
Calahonda Beach is located in Malaga region (Costa del Sol sub-region) within Nerja, 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
"The beach most associated with and visible from the Balcony is a popular spot, but it has a pleasant atmosphere. Make sure to get there early to secure your spot for the day. There are great amenities such as showers, toilets, and the convenience of the Balcony for food and drinks, which is a welcome relief when it gets hot in the afternoon sun."
Johnathan Griffiths
"This beach is a tiny paradise, but you'd better get there early to secure a good spot. The scenery is stunning and the area is packed with touristy attractions like souvenir shops and eateries. Plus, there's a bus from Malaga every hour, so you won't have to worry about transportation."
Johnathan Smith
User reviews
"The beach most associated with and visible from the Balcony is a popular spot, but it has a pleasant atmosphere. Make sure to get there early to secure your spot for the day. There are great amenities such as showers, toilets, and the convenience of the Balcony for food and drinks, which is a welcome relief when it gets hot in the afternoon sun."
Johnathan Griffiths
"This beach is a tiny paradise, but you'd better get there early to secure a good spot. The scenery is stunning and the area is packed with touristy attractions like souvenir shops and eateries. Plus, there's a bus from Malaga every hour, so you won't have to worry about transportation."
Johnathan Smith
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.5 (Good)
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El Morche 2.9 km
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Cerro Gordo 0.6 km
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La Herradura 0.4 km
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Cerro Gordo 2.8 km
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Nerja 0.5 km
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Nerja 0.3 km
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La Herradura 1.5 km
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La Herradura 1.5 km
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La Herradura 2.2 km
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Almunecar 0.8 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Albi Café - Cafeterí...• 2 min walk
- Casa Jardin• 2 min walk
- Restaurante Doña Lol...• 3 min walk
- Bar El Pulguilla• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Playa del Carabeo• 5 min walk
- Life Adventure Jeep...• 5 min walk
- Barco de chanquete "...• 10 min walk
- Playa Burriana• 13 min walk
Transport
- GRX• 50km
- transfer bus nerja• 7 min walk
- Málaga-Centro-Alamed...• 49.3km
Localities
- Nerja• 470m
- Malaga• 48.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Calahonda Beach?
The coastline of Calahonda Beach 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 Calahonda Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Calahonda Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Calahonda Beach 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.
Calahonda Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Calahonda Beach 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 Calahonda Beach 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 Calahonda Beach?
Calahonda Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Calahonda Beach?
The bar is located right on the Calahonda Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Albi Café - Cafetería Heladería Hamburguería Nerja is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Calahonda Beach?
There are 3252 places to stay in the Calahonda Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Calahonda Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Calahonda Beach from parking?
The Calahonda Beach has no parking spot.
Are there any attractions nearby Calahonda Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Calahonda Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa del Carabeo located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Calahonda Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Calahonda Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Calahonda Beach (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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