Playa de la Carihuela

Playa de la Carihuela is a 2-kilometer Mediterranean shoreline featuring dark sand, shallow waters, and a continuous pedestrian promenade lined with palm trees. Along this walkway sit numerous restaurants, shops, and shaded areas that serve visitors throughout the year.

Before the 1950s, this was a fishing village with small houses and boats working the Mediterranean. The shift from a working harbor to a modern beach destination happened rapidly after that decade.

The beachfront dining culture brings locals and visitors together over fresh seafood prepared in traditional Andalusian ways, with outdoor seating facing the water. The way people gather here for meals reflects how the Mediterranean coast shapes daily social life and food traditions in this region.

The beach offers sun loungers, showers, lifeguard stations, water sports equipment rentals, and accessible areas for people with disabilities. Arriving early helps secure good spots, especially during warmer months.

This beach connects directly to Puerto Marina of Benalmadena, offering access to boat trips and shopping without leaving the waterfront area. Many visitors miss that they can stroll from one place to the other along the continuous shoreline.