Playa de la Colonia, Spain - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

Playa de la Colonia is an urban coastal area located in Águilas, Murcia, Spain that offers families with young children a serene mix of still and shallow waters and sandy beaches.

The beach has a lively and festive atmosphere, drawing tourists who enjoy congregating and having fun in the evening.

Lifeguard services are readily available, ensuring maximum safety for patrons, including individuals with disabilities.

The facility features a parking area accommodating almost 100 vehicles and is accessible via local bus, given its close proximity to a nearby bus station.

Playa de la Colonia also boasts an array of restaurants serving tasty seafood dishes and beach bars offering a range of cocktails.

Additionally, guests can enjoy the comfort of loungers, showers, and toilets, enhancing their overall experience at this beautiful city beach.

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What to do at Playa de la Colonia?

Amenities

Playa de la Colonia amenities include parking, shower and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Playa de la Colonia include DEPAU Beach Club, Muelle 12, Bar Poseidon, Pecado Águilas, La Piramide Foodbar, Bar Malibú, Café Bar Revolucion, Café Pub Yesterday and Bar Marcos.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de la Colonia include Restaurante Los Panochos, El Origen Street Food, Wimpy, Restaurante Nelia, Bar Poseidon, Bar La Lonja and Restaurante Sol y Mar.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that visitors love the views, nearby parks, and beachside restaurants. They also appreciate the cleanliness and quietness of the beach. Some visitors complain about a lack of businesses on the beach. However, overall visitors enjoy the warm water and the beach as a great location for a family vacation.

Where to Stay near Playa de la Colonia?

If you’re visiting Playa de la Colonia in Águilas, consider staying in the town of Águilas itself, which offers a variety of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Most visitors enjoy the convenience of being close to both the serene beach environment and the lively evening atmosphere, making it a popular choice for families and tourists alike.

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

Where is Playa de la Colonia?

Latitude: 37.40317319 / Longitude: -1.58484757

Playa de la Colonia is located in Águilas. The following map of Playa de la Colonia shows the exact location.

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Playa de la Colonia: Weather Today

📅 Friday, August 1, 2025

Summary
Full Forecast

Today at Playa de la Colonia is looking like a very pleasant beach day. The air temperature will reach a high of 27.8 °C. The sea is a comfortable 26.5 °C, ideal for swimming. Expect some clouds, but plenty of sunshine too, so bring sunscreen as the UV index will reach nearly 8. The wind should be light, and the waves moderate with a height of 1.2 m, which is suitable for many water activities.

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Air

Low / High	24.3°C/27.8°C
Feels Like (High)	30.8°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	26.5 °C
Wave Height	1.2 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	0%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	07:10/21:14
Sunshine Hours	12.1 hrs
UV Index	7.95
Cloud Cover	28%

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Wind

Speed	16 km/h
Gusts	23.4 km/h
Direction	E

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