Atalaya beach
Estepona
The Atalaya beach is a very narrow stretch of gravel. It has dunes with vegetation of botanical interest.
1440 m Moderate swell Accessible
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Best beaches in Estepona: map and local comparison
Estepona combines a practical central promenade beach with a sheltered family cove and long residential stretches east and west of town. La Rada is the easiest all-day option, while El Cristo, Saladillo and Guadalmansa suit more specific needs.
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4Turista Inglesa · CC BY-SA 4.0El Cristo Beach
Estepona
8.6Settli scoreA curved, sheltered cove beside Estepona marina, known for family-friendly water and some natural shade.
A sheltered Estepona cove that works especially well for young children and shorter family visits.
- Young children
- Calmer-water days
- Families
1100 m Usually calm AccessibleView beachBahía Dorada beach
Estepona
Bahía Dorada beach is next to Bahía Dorada urbanisation and after La Galera beach. It is a narrow beach but well looked after.
650 m Moderate swell AccessibleCasasola beach
Estepona
The Playa Casasola is an extensive sandy beach with waters in a magnificent condition making it excellent for bathing and it is surrounded by beautiful countryside.
540 mCosta Natura beach
Estepona
Costa Natura is a sandy and pebbly beach that is several hundred metres long and provides spectacular views of the rock of Gibraltar, the North Atlas mountains in Africa and the Mediterranean sea. It is a little rocky where you enter the sea, but after about 30 metres it has a...
1000 mEl Velerín beach
Estepona
The narrow beach of Velerín is located seven kilometres east of Estepona, on the Costa del Sol, not far from the main coastal road. It runs between a series of holiday complexes in Estepona and Marbella. La Playa El Velerín has large extensions of dark sand and pebbles. In som...
1120 m Usually calmPlaya Arroyo Vaquero
Estepona
Arroyo Vaquero is a coastal area with various developments.
850 m Usually calm AccessiblePlaya El Padrón
Estepona
El Padrón beach is located 2km from. the town of Estepona After the Playa la Rada , it is one of the most visited. El Padrón beach has a shopping centre that opened in 2006, as well as restaurants, snack-bar and all kinds of shops. It also has an exceptional medical centre in...
1230 m Usually calm AccessiblePlaya El Saladillo
Estepona
El Saladillo beach is a 3-kilometre long beach has good facilities and goes as far as the river Guadalmina´s mouth.
2500 m Moderate swell AccessiblePlaya Guadalmansa
Estepona
Guadalmansa beach is a long, narrow beach with residential estates and services in some areas.
2500 m Moderate swell AccessiblePlaya Guadalobón
Estepona
Guadalobón beach is an extensive beach located in the municipality of Estepona. It has mainly dark sand that also contains a little gravel. It is an area with moderate waves.
1200 mPlaya La Galera
Estepona
La Galera beach is a straight beach with rocky areas, in good condition. Far from the city centre and relatively underdeveloped in comparison to other beaches in the area. It forms an interesting landscape.
1000 m Moderate swellPlaya La Rada
Estepona
La Rada beach is situated opposite the town centre and has been recently regenerated. It is very large and busy and has many facilities.
2300 m Usually calm AccessiblePlaya Punta de la Plata
Estepona
Punta de la Plata beach is a large but narrow beach, with facilities in some parts, busy.
2300 m Moderate swellPlaya Punta Pinillo
Estepona
Punta Pinillo beach is a narrow beach with a just recently finished beach promenade.
620 m Moderate swellPlayabella
Estepona
Playabella beach is part of the municipality of Estepona and 10 kilometres from the town. It borders with the Playa El Velerín to the west. It is ideal for those looking to escape from the crowds usually found on the beaches in the summer months. This beach is predominantly pe...
1200 mRío Castor beach
Estepona
Río Castor beach is a beach of boulders and sand.
880 m Moderate swell
Planning a beach day in Estepona
Walk to La Rada from the old town, arrive early for limited space at El Cristo and use a car for quieter outlying beaches. Verify seasonal assisted-bathing services before travel.