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

📅 Monday, September 7, 2026

Summary
Full Forecast

Today offers a beautiful, sun-drenched day at the beach, making it an excellent time to visit and relax by the water. You can expect plenty of bright sunshine with only a few light clouds drifting across the sky throughout the day. With a maximum air temperature of 30.5 °C and a pleasant sea temperature of 24.1 °C, conditions are perfect for a refreshing swim. The breeze remains very gentle, keeping the water calm and inviting for all beachgoers. Since the sun is quite intense, please take note that the UV Index is 6.9, so remember to wear sunscreen and seek shade during the midday hours to stay comfortable. Overall, it is a fantastic day to enjoy the coast and soak up the warmth.

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Air

Low / High	23.4°C/30.5°C
Feels Like (High)	34.3°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	24.1 °C
Wave Height	0.3 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	0%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	07:53/20:37
Sunshine Hours	12.0 hrs
UV Index	6.9
Cloud Cover	20%

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Wind

Speed	9 km/h
Gusts	20.5 km/h
Direction	N

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