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

Located between the Port of Malaga and La Caleta beach in Andalusia, Spain, Playa de la Malagueta is an urban beach characterized by its dark sand and Blue Flag designation recognizing its exceptional quality and amenities.

Families with children are drawn to its easy water access and lifeguard supervision, while the beach is also accessible for those with disabilities.

Situated within a 10-minute distance from La Malagueta's city center, both locals and tourists frequent the well-equipped beach, which provides clean restrooms, showers, loungers, and parasols for rent.

Additional accommodations include children's playgrounds, pedal boards, sailing equipment, and a variety of restaurants and beach bars.

For those arriving by car, parking is readily available.

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What to do at Playa de la Malagueta?

Amenities

Playa de la Malagueta amenities include parking, toilet, shower and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Playa de la Malagueta include Chiringuito La Malagueta, Chiringuito Mami Beach, Chiringuito Caleta Playa, Atlantis Lounge Bar, Chiringuito El Cachalote, The Suite Bar, Bar Urbano, Road House and La Destilería.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de la Malagueta include El Andaluz de la Malagueta, Restaurante Principe de Asturias, Albahaca restaurante, La Taberna Del Muelle, La Artesana, Spago's, Restaurante Roof top AC Hotel, Mediterránea. Restaurante y Tapas and Málaga Food.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is beautiful, clean, and well-maintained with plenty of nearby facilities, restaurants, and cafes to use. Visitors enjoy the spacious area for exercise and the small kiosks for drinks, but some complain that the toilets can get dirty in the afternoon and the lounges are quite pricey. Overall, visitors recommend the beach and would return to the location.

Where to Stay near Playa de la Malagueta?

If you’re planning a trip to Playa de la Malagueta, consider staying in the nearby neighborhood of La Malagueta, which offers a range of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Many visitors also choose to stay in Malaga’s city center, just a short distance away, to enjoy both the beach and the city's vibrant cultural attractions.

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

Where is Playa de la Malagueta?

Latitude: 36.71774791 / Longitude: -4.40918684

Playa de la Malagueta is located in Malaga. The following map of Playa de la Malagueta shows the exact location.

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Playa de la Malagueta: Weather Today

📅 Monday, June 8, 2026

Summary
Full Forecast

It is a fantastic day to spend time at Playa de la Malagueta, as conditions are nearly perfect for a classic beach outing. You can look forward to plenty of sunshine throughout the day with only light, scattered clouds drifting by. The air temperature will reach 27 °C, making it comfortably warm for lounging on the sand. The sea is pleasant at 23.7 °C, so it is definitely inviting for a refreshing swim, and the water remains calm with only gentle movement. While a light breeze will keep things feeling fresh, keep in mind that the sun is quite strong with a UV Index of 8.1, so be sure to pack plenty of sun protection to stay safe while you enjoy your day by the water.

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Air

Low / High	20.2°C/27°C
Feels Like (High)	30.4°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	23.7 °C
Wave Height	0.6 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	0%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	06:58/21:35
Sunshine Hours	13.9 hrs
UV Index	8.1
Cloud Cover	12%

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Wind

Speed	12.6 km/h
Gusts	32 km/h
Direction	S

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