Beach Guide
A guide to beaches in Estepona and the Costa del Sol
Estepona is located on the Western Costa del Sol at the foot of the Sierra Bermeja mountains. Its coastline is more than 20Km long and is scattered with numerous sandy beaches and tiny coves. At the Western end of the 'Paseo Maritimo' is Estepona's charming port and harbour, built in 1977 and located only a short walk from town. In history and culture the town remains unspoiled and the warm and friendly people preserve tradition with pride. The narrow, cobbled streets and quaint little shops just add to the charm of this lovely town.
There are numerous restaurants and tapas bars to choose from see our restaurant guide for my favourites.
Here long hot summers merge into the mildest of winters making Spain one of my favorite all year round places to be.
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  La Rada Beach (Estepona) is located in front of the town centre. This is a large popular beach (2.4km long) with golden sand, it has a lovely promenade with gardens and childrens play areas. All kinds of sports are enjoyed here such as windsurfing and kayaking. There are many Chiringuitos serving a wide variety of traditional food such as paella and fresh fish to fast-food such as burgers & french fries. Facilities include watersports, life guards, restaurants, cafes, toilets, showers and deck chairs. (The Marina is located at the western end of La Rada beach).
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 The El Cristo Beach (Estepona) situated just outside town (west). Perfect for families with children .... the beach is in a delightful sheltered cove gently sloping into the sea. There are two great beach chiringuitos that serve mouth-watering snacks and seafood. |
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 The Costa Natura (Estepona) Playa Costa Natura is a popular public nudist beach, open to everyone. Summer beach bar with sunbeds and parasols for hire, plus beach-side shower. Easy walk along the beach all the way from the town or at km 151 on the A7/N340. Behind the public beach there is a members-only nudist village with swimming pool and restaurant ... day-membership available through a reception facility accessed from the A7/N340 public car park.
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 Sabinillas A Spanish fishing village where you can see the daily catch of the local fishermen as they pull their boats up the beach. Long sandy beaches that are popular with the locals.
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 Puerto Duquesa Probably my favourite beach in this area, with several really good beach bars "Chiringuitos" that as well as seving food & drink hire out sunbeds & umbrellas.
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 Sotogrande On El Cucurucho beach you may find well known personalities taking a stroll along the beach. There are two beach clubs: El Octógono and El Cucurucho, both offer a wide range of beach-side facilities, including swimming pools, restaurants, activities for youngsters.
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 Costa de la Luz between Cadiz and Tarifa, has wide, remote golden sand beaches backed by sand dunes. The winds make it a wind & kite surfers paradise. East of the Costa del Sol is the "Costa Tropical" with pretty coves, reached by paths and tracks down cliffs. The water here is clearer making it the best area for snorkelling and diving.
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 El Pardron Beach (Estepona) Situated a few Km to the east of the town (Km 159.5), near the Kempinski Resort Hotel. There is a car park and a few chiringuitos. This is a lovely small beach, but is often very busy in the summer. Sun beds and parasols can be hired and watersports such as snorkling and wind surfing can be arrange in the Kempinski hotel.
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 Playa el Saladillo (near Costalita) This is a lovely long, wide beach that doesn't get to over crowded in the high season. Situated next to the Coatalita apartment development, take the Cancelada exit off the coast road. There are two great beach restaurants 'La Antigua' (fantastic mussels with chopped leeks in a cream sauce!) and 'Pepe's Beach' which serves excellent paellas; both also hire sun beds & parasols.
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 Playa Puerto Banus (Puerto Banus) is situated to the East of the marina and is protected by a jetty. This is a popular beach and a luxurious cosmopolitan resort that is the place to be seen, if your lucky you may get the chance to rub shoulders with the rich and famous! The beach offers great views of the ocean and Gibraltar, with a backdrop of La Concha mountain range. There are many international bars and restaurants for all budgets close by, as well as art galeries, designer boutiques, beauty centres and department stores.
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 Funny Beach (Marbella) is located on the coast-side of the enterance arch to Marbella, Km 184. This beach does have the regular sea, sand, deckchairs and a snack-bar, but for the more energetic ones there are jet skis, banana boat, canoes, wind surfing, go-karts, trampolines, miniature golf, pinball machines, video games, darts and even a mechanical bull! Open Hours: Summer: 11.00 am - 03.00am, Winter: 4pm-8pm. Admission: Free, but you will have to pay separately for each attraction.
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San Pedro Beach Long pretty promenade with many beach bars that serve fried pescadito (fish) ... delicious! Jet ski hire & ski-pull. |
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Chiringuito Guide
Chiringuitos are found up & down the coast on the beach or sea front, they serve cold drinks and delicious local cuisine including fresh fish, try the char-grilled sardines they are fantastic. Most beach bars will close in the winter.
Pepe's - Cancelada exit, Km 166 Estepona. Perfectly situated for our properties at Bel Air & Costalita on Playa el Salodillo a lovely wide beach that doesn't get too over crowded in the Summer. Pepe's is a family run beach bar with indoor & outdoor eating. Mediterranean menu the Paella is well worth a try.
Tel. 952 883 761
Parking available
La Antigua - Cancelada exit, Km 166 Estepona. Perfectly situated for our properties at Bel Air & Costalita on Playa el Salodillo a lovely wide beach that doesn't get too over crowded in the summer. La Antigua is an excellent upmarket beach bar. My favourite has to be the mussels with chopped leeks in a cream sauce! You can also hire sun beds & parasols.
Parking available
Heaven - Hotel Princess exit, Km 164 Estepona. Situated close to our properties at Bel Air & Costalita on Playa de Guadalmansa, a quiet beach for those of you wanting to escape the crowds. Heaven is an upmarket Chiringito that serves a fantastic Mediterranean menu. Not cheap, but one of my favourites in Estepona.
The fresh fried fish and skewered sardines are excellent and my BBQ steak was cooked to perfection - well worth a visit. In the summer the restaurant can get very busy in the evenings, if you don't want to be disappointed I suggest reserving a table.
Tel. 659 220 570
Parking available
The Blue Dolphin Beach Club - Carrefor exit, Km 157. Located just on the outskirts of Estepona town on the far end of La Rada beach. Lovely atmosphere offering a Mediterranean and International menu. Dolphin trips & water sports are available.
Tel. 952 113 511
Parking available at Carrefore or across the road
is located in front of the town centre. This is a large popular beach (2.4km long) with golden sand and many Churringitos. There is a wide variety here serving traditional food such as paella and fresh fish to fast food such as burgers & French fries. A couple of my favourites are:
Rossi - A pleasant & relaxed beach bar serving a Mediterranean menu of fresh fish, seafood, paella & meat dishes. The fish croquettes and fresh tuna get a thumbs up by me.
Tel. 952 113 299
El Madero - A family run Argentinian bar serving fresh fish, meat & Tapas. The meat from the grill is excellent, but be prepared for a wait! At the weekends in the Summer the family cook a paella which you can order by the portion starts at 3pm, very popular - be early or reserve! On Tuesday & Friday nights in the summer they host a live flamenco show.
Tel. 952 113 398
is perfectly located for our properties at Puerto Paraiso and The Belgravia club. Also conveniently positioned for Buena Vista, Villa Blanca and Chantry House. There are two beach bars located in this small cove just west of Estepona close to the Port.
Bartolo - A popular beach bar serving a Mediterranean menu of Paella, fish, salads & meat dishes.
Tel: 952 113 558
Easy Parking
Lolailo - A laid back relaxing beach bar serving pasta, salads, meat & fish dishes. Often live music is played in the summer months. This is a perfect place to watch the sun go down while enjoying an early evening cocktail.
Tel: 952 113 213
Easy Parking
La Sal - Off the roundabout on the cost road at Km 146.5. Ideally located for Vista del Mar & Paraiso de la Bahia on Playa Ancha Caseras. Another of my favourites -this is an excellent upmarket beach bar and very popular with tourists and locals. The clams cooked in brandy are interesting but the paella and fish kebabs are excellent. To avoid disappointment reserving a table and paella is recommended, especially at the weekends.
Tel: 952 890 789