Located in the Andalusian hills, east of Nerja on the Costa del Sol, Playa de Maro is a natural bathing bay. Its stony coastline makes it an ideal destination for families.
With a length of 150 meters, the beach has dark sandy areas interspersed with small pebbles. Visitors can benefit from amenities such as wooden cabins with a beach bar, a restaurant, public toilets, showers, lifeguards, loungers, and rental umbrellas.
Divers can explore the diverse underwater life in the crystal clear water. Water sports operators offer kayaking tours.
The beach also features a car park, diving platform, shops, and rescue towers. The best time to visit is from May to October when the water and air temperatures are comfortable.
Playa de Maro amenities include parking, toilet, shower and loungers.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
Best restaurants near Playa de Maro include Restaurante Cueva de Nerja, Hogar Y Centro Social Maro and Puente Aguila Restaurant Snack Bar.
Visitor reviews highlight that the beach has stunning and clear waters, making it great for swimming and snorkeling. However, visitors complain about the lack of shade and food/drink options available on the beach. Some also mention that parking can be difficult and that the beach is a bit of a walk from the parking area.
Visitors to Playa de Maro often stay in the nearby town of Nerja, known for its charming old town and proximity to the beach. While some accommodations are available within walking distance to Playa de Maro, many visitors choose to stay in Nerja for its broader range of amenities and attractions.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 36.7539476 / Longitude: -3.8342822
Playa de Maro is located in Nerja. The following map of Playa de Maro shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 16.4°C/18.3°C |
|---|---|
| Feels Like (High) | 19.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 18.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.9 m |
| Rain Chance | 55% |
|---|---|
| Rainfall | 7.4 mm |
| Rain Duration | 12 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:29/20:57 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 0.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 2.3 |
| Cloud Cover | 98% |
| Speed | 14.5 km/h |
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| Gusts | 25.2 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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