Beste stranden in Marbella

Marbella's Best Beaches & Marina

Marbella’s coastline extends over 27 kilometers, featuring a diverse range of 24 beaches and four distinct marinas. This selection encompasses central urban beaches like Playa de Venus and Playa de la Fontanilla, known for their high-quality services and proximity to the Old Town. It also highlights the Dunas de Artola, a protected natural monument at Cabopino, and the upscale Puerto Banús, a center for luxury yachting. These locations offer varied terrains from fine golden sand to volcanic pebbles.

Marbella's Best Beaches & Marina — Kaart

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Playa de Venus

Centrally located urban beach adjacent to Marbella's marina. Features dark sand, calm waters, and facilities including showers, sunbeds, and children’s play areas.

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Casablanca Beach

Blue Flag beach right in the heart of Costa del Sol. Well facilitated beach with many bars, cafés and opportunities to borrow beds and…

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Playa de Levante

Playa de Levante is a beach in the municipality of La Línea de la Concepción, in the Province of Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain, located to the…

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Puerto Deportivo José Banus

Luxury marina opened in 1970, accommodating over 900 berths for superyachts. It is surrounded by high-end boutiques, international dining establishments, and upscale nightlife venues.

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Playa de la Fontanilla

A popular urban beach stretching 1,100 meters along the Golden Mile. It features fine sand and a promenade lined with restaurants and shops.

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El Alicate

Wide sandy beach located in a residential area, known for its clear waters and numerous chiringuitos. It forms part of a long stretch of coastline with golden dunes.

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Playa del Cable

Located at the city's entrance, this beach is characterized by an old iron ore loading tower standing in the sea. It is a wide, sandy spot often used for beach volleyball.

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Playas del Duque

Upscale beach area in Puerto Banús, home to several famous beach clubs. It features well-maintained sand and calm swimming conditions due to breakwaters.

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Nagüeles Beach

Beautiful beach with fine golden sand and enough space for everyone. It is safeguarded, too.

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Playa Bahía de Marbella

Located in the Bahía de Marbella urbanization, this beach offers fine sand and natural dunes, providing a quieter environment compared to central urban spots.

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Playa de Cabopino

Situated within the Artola Dunes natural monument, this beach features fine golden sand and shallow waters. It is adjacent to a small, picturesque marina.

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Playa del Faro

Small, centrally located beach named after the 1864 lighthouse. It is situated in a sheltered bay, making it suitable for families with children.

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Playa de San Pedro

Wide beach with a mix of sand and pebbles, bordered by a modern promenade with palm trees and fitness equipment. It consistently holds Blue Flag status.

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Playa del Ancón

Located on the Golden Mile, this sandy beach is home to historic chiringuitos. It offers a more relaxed atmosphere than the neighboring urban beaches.

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Playa de Los Monteros

Quiet beach area near the Los Monteros urbanization. It features a mix of sand and rock, and is known for being the site of several upscale beach clubs.

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Playa de Artola

Also known as Cabopino Beach, this area is unique for its protected sand dunes, the Dunas de Artola, and its clothing-optional section.

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Playa de Calahonda

Narrow beach located at the eastern edge of the municipality. It is characterized by small coves, clear water, and a mix of sand and rocks.

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Playa Atalaya

Located at the westernmost point of Marbella, this beach offers a natural setting with fewer crowds and a mix of sand and gravel.

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Puerto Deportivo

Marbella’s central marina, located in the heart of the city. It offers 377 berths and serves as a hub for water sports and evening entertainment.

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Puerto Pesquero

The traditional fishing port of Marbella, still used by local fishermen. It is home to the Lonja fish market and several authentic seafood restaurants.

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Puerto Cabopino

A small, secluded marina located between Marbella and Fuengirola. It is known for its Mediterranean architecture and proximity to the protected Artola Dunes.