Malaga is a fairly large resort on the Mediterranean coast. It is also called the "shore of the sun." The beaches of Malaga fully justify this name. The resort is the southernmost point of Europe. Its beautiful beaches and hotels attract tourists from all over the world.
How to get to Malaga?
There is a large airport in the south-west of the resort , and in the center there is a railway station and a bus station. It is best to get from Russia (cheaper and faster) by plane. From the capital's airports, Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo and Vnukovo flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Iberia, Swiss, Finnair with connections to Madrid, Helsinki, Istanbul and Zurich, and there are also direct flights Moscow - Malaga.
The cost of a round-trip flight starts from 260 euros. The cheapest round-trip ticket costs about twelve thousand rubles, and this is subject to a flight in November. In general, for Malaga, the high season lasts from June to the end of September. During this period, the price of tickets reaches twenty thousand rubles. In other months, the cost of the flight is significantly reduced.
A direct flight to Malaga will have at least five and a half hours. If you choose a flight with connections, then the journey can take much longer (more than nine hours). But it will help reduce costs, indirect flights are cheaper.
Direct flights between Moscow and Malaga are offered by Air Europe and Aeroflot. With transfers, you can get to the resort from Krasnoyarsk, Anapa, Novosibirsk, Kazan and Nizhnevartovsk.
As for Pulkovo Airport, it can offer only connecting flights. It is worth noting that the cheapest are Turkish airlines. A ticket can cost only 280 euros, however, it should be borne in mind that a transfer flight in Istanbul will take you at least 22 hours.
From the airport near Malaga, the resort can be reached by the Express Airport bus, which leaves from the T3 terminal and goes to the city center. The journey takes only fifteen minutes, and the ticket costs three euros. But a taxi will cost much more - about 15-20 euros.
Resort Hotels
In Malaga, as in any other resort, many hotels of various levels have been built. Most of the complexes are located in the center and near the coast. Also in the city there are hostels and budget hotels. The most economical option for a double room will cost at least 50 euros, the trip to the sea from such hotels takes about ten minutes. But there are very few such proposals.
The cost of rooms in hotel complexes, as a rule, ranges from 80-150 euros. The most inexpensive accommodation option is a shared room for six to eight people, cost from 10 euros per day. In the center, double rooms, as a rule, can be rented from 20 euros, sometimes this amount even includes breakfast, served in the shared dining room or kitchen.
Large families or companies can choose apartments for 4-9 people. The cost of such rooms averages from 200 to 400 euros.
In Malaga, there are many one-two star hotels. A night in such establishments costs from 40 to 120 euros. Accommodation in three- and four-star hotels costs up to 400 euros per day. And the most spoiled guests can choose one of the five-star complexes, the cost of rooms in which is 250-300 euros.
Popular among tourists are the hotels of Malaga with their own beach. There are few such people in the resort, but they are still there. These establishments include the three-star Donna Katalina Hotel, Marriott's Marbella Beach Resort and others. In general, the presence of a beach at the hotel is not at all necessary, since the resort has a beautiful municipal coast.
Resort Weather
The resort is characterized by a subtropical climate. Weather in Malaga in winter is quite mild, but rainy. But in the summer, arid and hot weather sets in. The average annual temperature in Malaga ranges from + 14-19 degrees. Even in winter, the weather in Malaga remains warm.
Good weather conditions for a beach holiday in Spain are set in April. Beach resorts open in early May. By this time, the water in the sea warms up to + 18-22 degrees. In June and July, stable heat is already observed. The water temperature in Malaga at the same time reaches an indicator of +25 degrees. Different resorts in Spain have different weather conditions, as they are located in different climatic zones. As for Malaga, this is the southernmost part of the mainland, therefore it is always much warmer here than in other European resorts.
Due to its climate and coast, Malaga is an ideal place for families with children.
Resort beaches
The stunning beaches of Malaga have made the resort popular and sought after. The coastline of the city has a length of about 14 kilometers. At the same time, the resort has 16 beaches, which are located within the city, have good infrastructure. It is not difficult to get to each of them, since the transport system is very developed in Malaga.
Almost all the beaches of the resort belong to the municipality and have the same equipment:
- Sun beds.
- Awnings from the sun.
- Shower cabins.
- Public toilets.
- Bathrooms for legs.
- Sports grounds.
- Playgrounds.
- Water activities.
- Lifeguard items.
- First-aid posts.
- Parking for cars.
- Restaurants, bars and cafes.
All municipal beaches of Malaga are very clean and completely safe. This applies not only to nature, but also to landscaping. Everything has been done on the coast so that tourists can fully enjoy their vacation. All the amenities on the beaches of Malaga are thought out not only for adults, but also for children, as well as for the disabled.
The advantages of the resort include:
- Warm and clean water.
- Dark colorful sand. And in the east of the city you can even find wild cozy coves with pebbles.
- Gorgeous weather, since the local coast is protected from the north winds by mountains. Therefore, there are practically no storms.
Beach classification
The beaches of Malaga can be divided into two types:
- Urban are located directly in the city, have a developed infrastructure with a whole range of beach service.
- Authentic less comfortable and located in the eastern part of the resort. Such beaches are small, but very beautiful.
Absolutely all the beaches of the resort are good in their own way, each of them has its own characteristics, which we will discuss later in our article.
Playa del Campo de Golf (San Julian)
The beach is located on the border with the municipality of Torremopinos, in the immediate vicinity of the golf course. The coast in this place is very wide - about 50 meters. The length of the beach is about 1800 meters. Local sand cover has a pronounced dark shade.
On the beach, tourists will appreciate the gentle slope and clear water. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Even during the high season there are not too many people here. This is probably due to the fact that part of the beach for some reason was chosen by nudists.
Playa de guadalmar
Playa de Guadalmar is another Malaga beach. It is small - only 400 meters long and 30 meters wide, but at the same time cozy and beautiful. On the coast there is everything for a comfortable family vacation. The beach is characterized by a dark sandy surface and even entry into the sea. You can get to it through the territory of the Hotel TRYP Malaga Guadalmar hotel. It is worth noting that recently nudists often began to be accommodated on the beach. Although they rest by the sand dunes, away from the main part of tourists, but still choosing this place to relax, especially with children, do not forget that here you can encounter nudists. Playa de Guadalmar is located near the airport, so planes often fly over it.
Playa Sacaba Beach
Playa Sacaba Beach is another small resort beach. Its length is only 750 meters and its width is about 50. The beach has all the necessary infrastructure, although at the same time there are never many people on it. The coast here is covered with the finest dark sand and has a convenient entrance to the sea.
The landmarks of this beach are the city promenade starting at this place and the Guadalors River.
Playa de la Misericordia
According to tourists' reviews of the beaches in Malaga, it can be said that Playa de La Misericordia is one of the most popular coastal sites in the resort. It stretches along the city for 1200 meters, and its width is 30 meters. The beach is located between the river Guellin and Guadalors. On the coast there is everything you need, but at the same time it is not very comfortable to rest with the kids, since a large number of young people who live in the Primorsky part of the resort are going here.
The reason is the fact that Playa de La Misericordia is considered the best place to surf. There are waves that locals nicknamed Ola del Melillero. Such a sea swell has an unnatural origin. The waves are created by a huge ferry that calls at the local port every evening.
Playa de wellin
Another popular resort location. A small beach stretches for only seven hundred meters, and its width is about thirty meters. It is located near the city port. The coast is equipped with everything necessary, there are cafes and restaurants built along the coast. A small but cozy beach is popular not only among visitors, but also among the local population.
Playa san andres
Travel reviews of Malaga praise Playa San Andres beach, located to the right of the port. It is quite large, its length is 1950 meters, and its width is 50. The beach is well equipped for families with kids. Probably for this reason it is so popular. On the coast there are "paddles", playgrounds, animators work. In season, the coast at this place is incredibly crowded. Another advantage of the beach is Jardin de La Abadia Park, located near it.
It is worth noting that Playa San Andres is a historical place, since it was here that the execution of revolutionaries took place in 1831, which the monument still recalls.
Playa de la Malagueta
Playa de La Malaguet can rightly be called the most visited resort beach. It has a sand cover and is incredibly comfortable in terms of relaxation. The beach is very large, it stretches along the coast for 2500 meters, while its width is 60 meters. Its highlight is a special security system that allows you to quickly help the victims. The beach is equipped with special navigation equipment, thanks to which it is possible to quickly detect any person or even a group of people who have sailed a decent distance from the shore without much effort.
Playa la caleta
Playa La Caleta is incredibly popular among residents and tourists. A large sandy beach stretches more than a thousand meters, but the width of the coast in this place reaches only twenty meters.
Playa La Caleta is located near the historical center of the city, it is always crowded and noisy. The beach infrastructure is well developed, and on the Pablo Picasso promenade you can do fitness or rent a bike. On the beach itself, vacationers play soccer and volleyball, which are incredibly popular in Spain. You can go along the coast through the hotel complex Hotel Las Vegas.
Playa Banos del Carmen
This beach is incredibly small, it appeared in 1918 after the first sanatorium was built in the city. This place has a story. At the beginning of the last century, mixed bathing was allowed here, which was considered a great courage at the time.
The beach is beautiful and quiet. Palm trees and huge eucalyptus trees hang directly over the sea. The stunning beauty of the coast makes the beach unique. Along the beach area there is a tennis court, a famous seaside restaurant and a playground. And in the evenings, numerous youth parties are held here.
Playa de pedregalejo
This beach is a favorite place for residents of the resort. The beach area is divided by breakwaters creating comfortable coves. It is very comfortable and completely safe to relax with children. The sandy beach stretches for 1200 meters, its width is approximately 30 meters. Once upon a time there was an old fishing village on this place, so now on the waterfront there are a considerable number of cafes and restaurants offering delicious and cheap seafood dishes.
Those tourists who came to the resort without children can be recommended to go to one of the local bars. On Mondays, it's Women's Day, so all kinds of discounts are available for the female half.
Playa El Palo
This beach is located in the area of El Palo, which is incredibly popular among guests of the resort. Therefore, in the season on the coast a lot of people. Not only tourists come here, but also locals. The beach is owned by the Malaga Fishermen's Association.
Playa El Dedo
This is the cleanest beach of the resort, it even won the prestigious Blue Flag. Its territory, although small (500 meters long and 25 wide), is beautiful and comfortable. Despite a decent level of service on the beach, in the season there are not many people on it, so it is quite possible to stay here.
Playa El Candado
This is a very small beach, which is located far from residential areas, near the sports port. Despite its modest size, the coast in this place is well equipped for recreation.
For many years, the beach is visited by nudists. There is a seafood restaurant on the beach.
Playa Peñon del Cuervo
A modest-sized beach is located in the suburbs of the resort. It can be called almost wild. Nevertheless, it is popular with those travelers who travel in a rented car. You can also get here on the highway number 340.
The local coast is incredibly picturesque. A small bay is surrounded by cliffs and greenery. And on the very shore there is a huge block. It is because of her that the beach got its name - Raven Rock. Young people love to come here. In the evenings, barbecue parties are held. And in the summer, local artists perform on stage.
Malaga Beach Reviews
According to tourists, the beaches of Malaga can be safely called one of the best in the south of Europe. Not for nothing that a large number of vacationers from different countries come here every year. The local coast is subordinate to the municipality, and therefore the coast is clean and has good infrastructure. Local authorities strictly monitor that the quality of beaches is at the proper level, because the flow of tourists depends on this. Picturesque bays with gentle sunsets and tropical greenery have long been loved by the guests of the resort. And in combination with a decent level of service and good infrastructure, the best beaches in Malaga deserve the highest ratings.