What is the water and sand quality of the Playa el Corral?

The Playa el Corral is covered with golden shell sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is shelly, which makes it quite convenient.

What are the key activities at Playa el Corral?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa el Corral, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa el Corral good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Playa el Corral does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.So the overall recommendation of the Playa el Corral for swimming is positive.

Is the Playa el Corral good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with shell sand and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Playa el Corral secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa el Corral?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa el Corral.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Chiringuito Rincón del Puerto is the closest place located 2100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa el Corral?

There are 182 places to stay in the Playa el Corral area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa el Corral include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=389833&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Alboran</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=90238&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">miKasa Agua Amarga & SPA</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5039862&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Habitaciones Hernandez</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4706252&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamento turistico en C/ Los Barquicos</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8827655&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Duplex Antonio Machado</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8937858&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamento Vista a la Isla</a></li></ul>

How far is the Playa el Corral from parking?

The Playa el Corral has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa el Corral?

There are 4 attractions near Playa el Corral that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa de los Muertos located in 1.1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa el Corral?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa el Corral is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 25°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa el Corral (Almeria) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa el Corral (Almeria) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Playa el Corral with bright shell sand surface

Photo of Playa el Corral with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Playa el Corral with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Playa el Corral located in natural area

Playa el Corral

Carboneras, Spain

5.9

#264 out of 396 in Andalusia 8

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright shell sand Shell sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Carboneras • 3.9 km

Map of beach

Playground JUNGLA PARK

3.7km

Playground PARQUE INFANTIL

3.8km

Park Andaluz Park

3.6km

Park Plaza Córdoba

5.1km

Hiking Area Mirador del Templo

6.1km

Park Playa de San Pedro

9.6km

Hiking Area Túnel de la Espina

9.6km

Restaurant Chiringuito Rincón del Puerto

3.2 - Poor 2km

Bar Chiringuito El Jabegote

8.2 - Very good 2km

Restaurant Asador La Chumbera

9.4 - Excellent 2.9km

Cafe LA CAPONATA

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Restaurant Los Mellizos

7 - Good 3km

Cafe Medusalboran

3.3km

Restaurant Bar Restaurante Hernandez

9 - Excellent 3.4km

Restaurant Asador Restaurante La Quesería

9.2 - Excellent 3.5km

Bar Old Havana

8.4 - Very good 3.6km

Supermarket Mercadona

3.8km

Supermarket Supermercado Spar

4km

Supermarket Coviran

4.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa de los Muertos

9.6 - Exceptional 1km

Tourist Attraction Playa de los muertos

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Faro de la Mesa Roldán

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Cala Sorbas

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Cala Arenas

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Cala de la Media Naranja

7.2 - Good 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa de los Cocones Carboneras

9.4 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Las rocas en Agua Amarga

7.4 - Good 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Mirador de la Cruz

3.6km

Historical Landmark Torre del Rayo

5.6km

Historical Landmark Castillo de San Pedro

9.6km

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About

Playa el Corral is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 57th place out of 105 beaches in the Almeria region 52 km away from its center, the city of Almeria. It is one of the beaches of Carboneras settlement, just 3.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

4.8 M/S

Wind

+24 ^o C

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Carboneras • 3.9 km

Map of beach

Playground JUNGLA PARK

3.7km

Playground PARQUE INFANTIL

3.8km

Park Andaluz Park

3.6km

Park Plaza Córdoba

5.1km

Hiking Area Mirador del Templo

6.1km

Park Playa de San Pedro

9.6km

Hiking Area Túnel de la Espina

9.6km

Restaurant Chiringuito Rincón del Puerto

3.2 - Poor 2km

Bar Chiringuito El Jabegote

8.2 - Very good 2km

Restaurant Asador La Chumbera

9.4 - Excellent 2.9km

Cafe LA CAPONATA

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Restaurant Los Mellizos

7 - Good 3km

Cafe Medusalboran

3.3km

Restaurant Bar Restaurante Hernandez

9 - Excellent 3.4km

Restaurant Asador Restaurante La Quesería

9.2 - Excellent 3.5km

Bar Old Havana

8.4 - Very good 3.6km

Supermarket Mercadona

3.8km

Supermarket Supermercado Spar

4km

Supermarket Coviran

4.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa de los Muertos

9.6 - Exceptional 1km

Tourist Attraction Playa de los muertos

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Faro de la Mesa Roldán

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Cala Sorbas

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Cala Arenas

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Cala de la Media Naranja

7.2 - Good 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa de los Cocones Carboneras

9.4 - Excellent 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Las rocas en Agua Amarga

7.4 - Good 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Mirador de la Cruz

3.6km

Historical Landmark Torre del Rayo

5.6km

Historical Landmark Castillo de San Pedro

9.6km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

3.5km from the beach

Duplex Antonio Machado

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 540m from center

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3.7km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Habitaciones Hernandez

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 320m from center

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3.8km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Apartamento Vista a la Isla

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 540m from center

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3.8km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Hotel Alboran

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 160m from center

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3.8km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

miKasa Agua Amarga & SPA

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

La Joya • 7km from center

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Apartamento turistico en C/ Los Barquicos

3.8km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Apartamento turistico en C/ Los Barquicos

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 230m from center

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3.8km from the beach

Casa Nomad es su hogar magico en Agua Amarga

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 7.1km from center

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La GlorietaApartamento centrico con vista al mar

3.8km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

La GlorietaApartamento centrico con vista al mar

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 120m from center

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3.8km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Pension sol y playa

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 240m from center

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3.8km from the beach

9 Excellent

Hostal Las Palmas

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 210m from center

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3.9km from the beach

Pension Sol y Playa

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 220m from center

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3.9km from the beach

Apartamento con encanto

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Carboneras • 140m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

910m 12 min walk

Connected beach

Playa de los Muertos

7.7 Very good

2.2km

Playa de las Martinicas

6.8 Good

3.1km

Cala los Mendrugos

5.8 Pleasant

3.4km

Cala Paraiso

6.7 Good

3.6km

Playa de Los Cocones

8.4 Very good

3.9km

Playa Agua Amarga

7.8 Very good

Popular beach 4.4km

Carboneras Beach Playa de Carboneras

5.9 Pleasant

4.6km

Cala del Sol

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Carboneras • 3.9km

Main locality of province

Almeria • 52km

Transport

Airport

LEI • 43.9km

Bus Station

Waikiki • 16.4km

Train Station

Estación de tren Pulpi (apd) • 50.4km

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5.9 Pleasant

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Aurelian Simion

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

Playa el Corral is a great spot for a peaceful day out. There's plenty of parking available, and the water is crystal clear. The golden shell sand adds a special touch to the beach and if you don't mind the industrial landscape, it's definitely worth a visit. I'm from Redcar, so it doesn't bother me at all.

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Calixte Olufson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

This beach is absolutely amazing! From the crystal clear waters to the golden sand, there's nothing not to love. Every time I visit, I'm in awe of the stunning beauty of this beach. It's definitely a must-see if you're in the area! This beach is a sight to behold! The waters are so clear and the sand is like gold - it's impossible not to be in awe of its beauty. If you're nearby, you have to check it out - it's one of the best beaches around!

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Hanna Miletic

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

That place is nothing special - the water is murky and the fish are dull. Not the best spot for snorkeling either.

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Brett Anderson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

A vast expanse of open space, with ample parking and easy access. In the summer, it can get quite crowded with surfers and snorkelers, so be sure to come early to grab the best spot.

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Rosa

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

A great spot to visit, with its pebbles instead of sand and stunning views in one direction. In the other direction, you can see a cement plant, which adds a unique charm to the atmosphere.