Andalusia, Spain

Playa Bonita

Playa Bonita is a serene beach in Benalmádena, Spain, popularly known for its breathtaking sunsets. The beach's natural features include its clear, clean water that gradually deepens, making it ideal for families with children. The rocky terrain of Playa Bonita, especially near the shore, adds to its unique charm. However, there are also areas devoid of rocks, offering a more traditional beach experience.

Despite its tranquility, Playa Bonita can become crowded during the weekends. The beach offers amenities such as sun-beds and umbrellas, available for a fee. However, it's worth noting that the beach shower was reported to be non-functional at the time of the visit.

Parking is conveniently available near the beach. Visitors often park near local restaurants.

Explore accommodation options near Playa Bonita and enjoy stunning sunsets by the serene beach.

In addition to the beach, there is a hotel and a beachfront restaurant named Playa Bonita in Benalmádena. The hotel provides various amenities for guests. The restaurant, established nearly 50 years ago, offers a terrace with stunning sea views and an indoor glassed-in lounge for hosting events. It prides itself on using fresh, local products, particularly seafood.

What to do at Playa Bonita?

Amenities

Playa Bonita amenities include parking and loungers.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa Bonita include Restaurante Poseidon Restaurant, Restaurante El Parador Playa, Restaurante Lucena II, Pizzeria Pompei, Trocadero Benalmádena - Restaurante, Restaurante Golf Torrequebrada, The Indian Chef - Indian Restaurant Torrequebrada Benalmádena and Taverna Valentino.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the peaceful and family-friendly nature of the beach, particularly its clean water, gradual depth, and the beautiful sunsets. The beach's quiet and relaxing atmosphere, along with the opportunity to see fish swimming, is also appreciated. However, some visitors complain about the non-functional beach shower and the rocky terrain near the shore.

Where to Stay near Playa Bonita?

Visitors to Playa Bonita in Benalmádena often stay in the nearby hotel that shares the beach's name, offering convenient walking distance access to the serene beach. Many also choose accommodations in the lively center of Benalmádena, enjoying both the beach and the vibrant local culture.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa Bonita?

Latitude: 36.5787354 / Longitude: -4.5628754

Playa Bonita is located in Andalusia. The following map of Playa Bonita shows the exact location.

Playa Bonita: Weather Today

📅 Thursday, July 23, 2026
Today at Playa Bonita promises to be a fantastic day for those looking to enjoy the sun and the shore. With a maximum air temperature of 34.6 °C, it will be quite hot, making it a perfect day to seek shade during the peak afternoon hours. The water is pleasantly warm at 24.4 °C, making it refreshing and suitable for a long swim. You will encounter light breezes throughout the day with some intermittent cloud cover providing occasional relief from the sunshine. With a UV Index of 8.05, please ensure you use plenty of sun protection to stay safe while relaxing on the sand. The sea remains calm with very gentle movement, creating ideal conditions for a relaxing dip in the water.
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Air

Low / High23.9°C/34.6°C
Feels Like (High)39.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature24.4 °C
Wave Height0.6 m
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Rain

Rain Chance5%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:17/21:32
Sunshine Hours13.0 hrs
UV Index8.05
Cloud Cover34%
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Wind

Speed10.7 km/h
Gusts25.6 km/h
DirectionW

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