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Playa las Olas
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Playa las Olas is located on the Alboran Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 78th place out of 84 beaches in the Almeria region 2.5 km away from its center, the city of Almeria. It is one of the beaches of Castell del Rey settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a small bay with blue water and gray sand & pebble cover, 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Playa las Olas coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
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. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa del Zapillo, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Playa las Olas (Almeria) region (Almería Coast sub-region) is located outside the Castell del Rey settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Playa las Olas with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"Located outside the city and is quite small. It is difficult to get into the water due to the large stones on the bottom, and the sand is a mixture of gray and pebbles. Although there is a shower and trash cans, the beach is not kept very clean by the visitors. Parking is available."
Irina Kulikova
"Despite its reputation, the quality of the water at this beach is a lot better than what you'd find at urban beaches. The fresh water shower works like clockwork, too."
Mateo Risco
User reviews
"Located outside the city and is quite small. It is difficult to get into the water due to the large stones on the bottom, and the sand is a mixture of gray and pebbles. Although there is a shower and trash cans, the beach is not kept very clean by the visitors. Parking is available."
Irina Kulikova
"Despite its reputation, the quality of the water at this beach is a lot better than what you'd find at urban beaches. The fresh water shower works like clockwork, too."
Mateo Risco
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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6.9km
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6.9km
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Located at nearest locality
Castell del Rey
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5.8km from center
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6.9km
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Located at nearest locality
Castell del Rey
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5.8km from center
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7.1km
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Castell del Rey
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Transport
- LEI• 10.6km
- Estación de Autobuse...• 2.9km
- Estación de tren Alm...• 2.8km
Localities
- Castell del Rey• 1.1km
- Almeria• 2.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa las Olas?
Playa las Olas has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Playa las Olas?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa las Olas, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Playa las Olas good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa las Olas does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa las Olas good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa las Olas secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of Playa las Olas is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa las Olas?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa las Olas.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante La Encina is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa las Olas?
There are 565 places to stay in the Playa las Olas area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa las Olas include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa las Olas from parking?
The Playa las Olas 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 las Olas?
There are 4 attractions near Playa las Olas that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Parque de Rescate de la Fauna Sahariana located in 1.9 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa las Olas?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa las Olas is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 25°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa las Olas (Almeria) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa las Olas (Almeria) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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