Santa Pola, Costa Blanca, Valencia Province, Spain

Varadero

Playa Varadero is a beach situated in Santa Pola, a town famous for its fishing and salt production. The beach boasts a 470-metre long stretch of fine golden sand and offers scenic views of Tabarca, the former Berber Pirate island.

During summers, Spanish families bring their own furniture and refreshments to enjoy the beach. Playa Varadero is a "Blue Flag" beach, equipped with facilities such as toilets, a medical station, and lifeguards. The beach has a gentle slope into the sea, making it ideal for young children.

Visitors can engage in activities like volleyball, beach soccer, snorkelling, walking, or biking along the promenade. The beach has free parking but can get crowded on weekends. Amenities like toilets, showers, lifeguards, bars, and restaurants are available.

Discover places to stay near Playa Varadero and enjoy the stunning views of Tabarca Island during your visit.

Playa Varadero is a family-friendly beach, making it an ideal destination for a day trip or vacation.

What to do at Varadero?

Amenities

Varadero amenities include parking, toilet and shower.

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is nice and cool, with free parking and nice toilets. Visitors enjoy the warm water and shallow conditions which make it family-friendly. However, some visitors complain about jellyfish stings and the lack of nearby food options.

Where to Stay near Varadero?

Most visitors to Varadero Beach in Santa Pola choose to stay in nearby areas like Gran Alacant, known for its holiday villas and proximity to the beach. For those looking to stay within walking distance, Santa Pola town offers a range of accommodations that provide easy access to the beach and its amenities.

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

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Where is Varadero?

Latitude: 38.1889715 / Longitude: -0.535798

Varadero is located in Santa Pola. The following map of Varadero shows the exact location.

Varadero: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
Today is shaping up to be a very pleasant day at Varadero beach. The sun will be shining with only a few clouds in the sky, and there's no chance of rain. The maximum air temperature will be 27.7 °C, perfect for enjoying the beach. The sea temperature is a comfortable 26.7 °C, ideal for swimming. Expect a moderate breeze, and the waves should be around 1.0 m high. The UV index will reach a high of 7.95, so be sure to apply sunscreen.
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Air

Low / High22.8°C/27.7°C
Feels Like (High)30.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature26.7 °C
Wave Height1.0 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:00/21:17
Sunshine Hours13.1 hrs
UV Index7.95
Cloud Cover16%
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Wind

Speed18.3 km/h
Gusts32.4 km/h
DirectionSE

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