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Playa de la Mena
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About
Playa de la Mena is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 11th place out of 84 beaches in the Almeria region 62 km away from its center, the city of Alméria. It is one of the beaches of Ventanicas-El Cantal settlement, just 1.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long bay with blue 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 not crowded place during the season.
Playa de la Mena coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. .
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.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Mojacar, which has a rating of 7.2.
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Playa de la Mena is located in Almeria region (Almería Coast sub-region) within Ventanicas-El Cantal, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
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 la Mena is a real paradise! With plenty of sun and sand, it's the perfect spot to spend a day in the sun. never overcrowded, so you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and relax. It's a great place to take a dip in the ocean, or just soak up the sun. The scenery is breathtaking, and you can really appreciate the beauty of nature here. All in all, this beach is a great..."
Toby
"This spot is a wonderful spot to take in the beauty of the world! It's a great place to relax and let the cares of the day drift away. The view is breathtaking and the atmosphere is peaceful. A perfect destination for spending some quality time with loved ones!"
Nova Leighton
User reviews
"Playa de la Mena is a real paradise! With plenty of sun and sand, it's the perfect spot to spend a day in the sun. never overcrowded, so you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and relax. It's a great place to take a dip in the ocean, or just soak up the sun. The scenery is breathtaking, and you can really appreciate the beauty of nature here. All in all, this beach is a great..."
Toby
"This spot is a wonderful spot to take in the beauty of the world! It's a great place to relax and let the cares of the day drift away. The view is breathtaking and the atmosphere is peaceful. A perfect destination for spending some quality time with loved ones!"
Nova Leighton
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Entire Villa
Located at nearest locality
Ventanicas-El Cantal
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6.3km from center
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Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Ventanicas-El Cantal
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5.9km from center
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Located at nearest locality
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Average rating of nearest beaches is 6 (Pleasant)
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Costa Laguna 0.9 km
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La Joya 2.6 km
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La Joya 2.2 km
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San Pedro 0 km
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Calarreona 0.9 km
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La Joya 3 km
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La Ermita 1.6 km
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Calarreona 0.2 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- The Rusty Nail Bar• 2 min walk
- The FRIENDS• 3 min walk
- Coffee house• 3 min walk
- Badgers Restaurante...• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Oasys MiniHollywood...• 2 min walk
- Oasys MiniHollywood...• 25 min walk
- Albatross Mini Golf• 2.3km
- El Jalí• 3.3km
Transport
- LEI• 54.7km
- Waikiki• 3 min walk
- Estación de tren Pul...• 34.1km
Localities
- Ventanicas-El Cantal• 1.3km
- Almeria• 62km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de la Mena?
The coastline of Playa de la Mena is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The 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 la Mena?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa de la Mena has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Playa de la Mena good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa de la Mena does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa de la Mena 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 de la Mena secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Playa de la Mena?
Playa de la Mena can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de la Mena?
The bar is located right on the Playa de la Mena.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Rusty Nail Bar is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de la Mena?
There are 603 places to stay in the Playa de la Mena area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de la Mena include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa de la Mena from parking?
The Playa de la Mena 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 la Mena?
There are 4 attractions near Playa de la Mena that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Oasys MiniHollywood & Fort Bravo Shuttle Bus C1 located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de la Mena?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa de la Mena 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 de la Mena (Almeria) 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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