Acqua Blu Beach is a small, sandy beach known for its gently shelving landscape and breakwaters made of boulders. The beach is popular among tourists, especially those staying in nearby hotels, and can become quite crowded during the season. Despite its size, the beach offers a safe and quiet environment for visitors.
The sea at Acqua Blu Beach is generally calm, but there can also be nice waves, adding to the beach's appeal. One of the highlights of visiting this beach is the opportunity to witness beautiful sunsets in the evenings.
However, it should be noted that the beach is located under an air corridor, and planes can be heard passing overhead throughout the day.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its sandy shores, calm sea, and stunning sunsets being particularly appreciated. The beach's safety and the presence of enjoyable waves are also mentioned favorably. However, complaints are made about the noise from overhead planes and the charge for deckchairs.
If you're planning a trip to Acqua Blu Beach, consider staying in the nearby town of Malia, which offers a variety of accommodation options within walking distance of the beach. Many visitors also choose to stay in the vibrant city of Heraklion, which provides a broader range of amenities and is a short drive from the beach.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 35.3321278 / Longitude: 25.2655875
Acqua Blu Beach is located in Crete. The following map of Acqua Blu Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 25.2°C/28.3°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 28.3°C |
| Sea Temperature | 26.9 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.7 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:26/20:24 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.2 |
| Cloud Cover | 21% |
| Speed | 29.7 km/h |
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| Gusts | 56.2 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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