Beaches & coves
Cabopino and the eastern Marbella coastline have some of the calmest, cleanest beaches on the Costa del Sol. For something wilder, drive 90 minutes east toward Nerja where the Maro-Cerro Gordo Cliffs Natural Park hides almost-Caribbean coves.
Our pickNerja
Cala del Cañuelo
A secluded pebble cove tucked into the cliffs of the Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Park, where clear, sheltered water turns over a rocky seabed that rewards snorkellers and divers. Reaching it means leaving the car at the top and taking the seasonal shuttle down, which keeps the crowds thin and the setting wild. Best for couples and small groups after a quiet, unspoilt day by the sea.
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Fuengirola
Paseo Marítimo Rey de España — Fuengirola
The longest seafront promenade on the Costa del Sol, running more than seven kilometres past Carvajal, Los Boliches and Fuengirola's other main beaches beneath palm trees and shaded pergolas. Chiringuitos and seafood terraces line the route, with statues and monuments marking the beach access points. An easy, lively stretch for families, walkers and long sunset strolls.
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Nerja
Playa de Maro
A small beach of sand and pebbles hidden below the cliffs of the Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Park, watched over by an old Arab tower and framed by rock formations that make the swimming feel wild. The clear water and protected coastline draw snorkellers, and it serves as the launch point for kayaking the coast to the Maro waterfall. Suited to couples and adventurous families seeking a natural, off-the-grid stretch.
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