Playa de Pedregalejo, Spain - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

Located in Andalusia, Spain, in the city of Malaga, Playa de Pedregalejo is an urban beach known for its expansive one-kilometer expanse of dark sand.

Particularly popular with families with young children, the beach boasts shallow and warm waters, and is also equipped to accommodate visitors with special needs, thanks to on-site lifeguard services. In addition, a playground and beach volleyball court offer additional options for entertainment.

The beach's popularity during the summer season leads to crowds, but visitors can still find respite with loungers available for rent, as well as showers and toilets. Further amenities include parking, beach bars and restaurants that serve delicious seafood delicacies such as fried fish, espeto fish skewers and grilled sardines.

As evening approaches, students flock to the numerous beach bars and clubs for lively parties.

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What to do at Playa de Pedregalejo?

Amenities

Playa de Pedregalejo amenities include parking, toilet, shower and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Playa de Pedregalejo include Hamacas Playa El Palo, Lulú Playa, ROCK & BEER BAR, Bar Manhattan, Vox Sports Bar and Bar Generación 70.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de Pedregalejo include La Galerna, Restaurante Rompeolas, Las Palmeras, Las Acacias Restaurant, Restaurante Playa Pedregalejo, tandoori grill El palo, Malaga Restaurants and Pez Tomillo.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is set in a pleasant location with various bar and restaurant options, and visitors enjoy the clean and not overcrowded beach where they can take a sunbath or enjoy the sunset. Visitors complain about the narrow pavement, which can make getting to the beach difficult, and poor quality ice cream from a specific ice cream shop.

Where to Stay near Playa de Pedregalejo?

If you’re planning a trip to Playa de Pedregalejo, consider staying in the charming neighborhood of Pedregalejo itself, which is within walking distance of the beach. Many visitors also opt to stay in the nearby city center of Malaga, which offers a wide range of accommodations and easy access to the beach as well as other attractions in the region.

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

Where is Playa de Pedregalejo?

Latitude: 36.71976031 / Longitude: -4.36937213

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

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Playa de Pedregalejo: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025

Summary
Full Forecast

Today is shaping up to be a pleasant day at Playa de Pedregalejo. The sun will be shining with only a few clouds. The maximum air temperature will reach 28.4 °C. The sea temperature is a comfortable 22.3 °C, ideal for a refreshing dip. The waves are moderate, so be mindful if you plan on swimming. The wind will be light but expect some stronger gusts at times. The UV index will be high at 7.9, so be sure to apply sunscreen regularly to protect your skin.

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Air

Low / High	22.3°C/28.4°C
Feels Like (High)	31.2°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	22.3 °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	07:19/21:29
Sunshine Hours	13.0 hrs
UV Index	7.9
Cloud Cover	14%

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Wind

Speed	16.3 km/h
Gusts	37.8 km/h
Direction	S

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