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7.6

Very good

Playa de Matalascanas

Playa de Matalascañas

Matalascañas, Spain

#135 out of 396 in Andalusia

7.6

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Matalascanas • 0.5 km

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Hiking Area Laguna del Jaral

8.2km

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About

Playa de Matalascanas is located on the Gulf of Cadiz (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 18th place out of 21 beaches in the Huelva region 45.6 km away from its center, the city of Huelva. It is one of the beaches of Matalascanas settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with green water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Playa de Matalascanas coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa del Coto, which has a rating of 7.6.

Playa de Matalascanas is located in Huelva region (Costa de la Luz sub-region) within Matalascanas, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+20 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Matalascanas • 0.5 km

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Hiking Area Laguna del Jaral

8.2km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

310m from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Holi-Rent Meraky Principal

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 390m from center

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210m from the beach

9 Excellent

Chalet Matalascanas

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 500m from center

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340m from the beach

9.8 Exceptional

Apartamento Naturaleza Virgen

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 400m from center

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370m from the beach

3 bedrooms appartement at Matalascanas Almonte 200 m away from the beach with sea view shared pool a

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Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 410m from center

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370m from the beach

9.1 Excellent

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Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 630m from center

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La Juli, Exclusivo chalet nuevo, de lujo

430m from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

La Juli, Exclusivo chalet nuevo, de lujo

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 180m from center

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460m from the beach

8.1 Very good

Casa DONANA

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 350m from center

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480m from the beach

8.2 Very good

ON Family Playa de Donana

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 320m from center

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490m from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Paraiso!

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 610m from center

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610m from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Ub.Kabila II, nº69

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 620m from center

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Apartamento con vistas al mar primera linea playa Matalascanas

800m from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Apartamento con vistas al mar primera linea playa Matalascanas

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Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 970m from center

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850m from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Apartamento Lince

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Matalascanas • 670m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

4.1km

Connected beach

Playa del Coto Playa del Coto

7.6 Very good

22.3km

Playa de Rompeculos Playa de Rompeculos

7.6 Very good

25.9km

Playa del Cine Playa del Cine

6.7 Good

Popular beach 28.5km

Mazagon Beach Mazagon Beach

6.7 Good

29km

Sanlucar de Barrameda Sanlucar de Barrameda

5.8 Pleasant

29.1km

Playa de las Piletas Playa de las Piletas

7.9 Very good

29.2km

Montijo beach Montijo beach

4 Frustrating

29.3km

Playa Jara Playa Jara

7.5 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Matalascanas • 560m

Main locality of province

Huelva • 45.6km

Transport

Airport

NDO • 43.1km

Bus Station

Bus station Almonte • 29.2km

Train Station

Trenes TurÍsticos • 29.4km

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Travelers reviews

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7.6 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

Ling

6 Pleasant

This beach near Matalascanas was the best I've ever seen in Europe! It had it all - public toilets, tons of beach bars, public showers, a bus station nearby (it's super easy to get here from Sevilla), soft golden sand, and both deep and shallow areas for whatever floats your boat.

March 2023

Geoffrey Burton

8 Very good

A paradise for those who love the softness of sand and the beauty of seashells. It's a stunning spot to explore and enjoy the ocean breeze. truly a sight to behold, and it's a must-visit for anyone who appreciates nature's gifts.

March 2023

Krystian Krawczyk

6 Pleasant

This place is a dream come true in October! It's almost empty, which makes it even more desirable. The sunsets are breathtaking - truly a sight to behold! Absolutely stunning!

March 2023

Abdulaziz Cabrera

8 Very good

Playa de Matalascanas is nestled right next to Doñana National Park and alongside Playa del Coto. It is a well-developed area, with access facilities, a walkway and a few old relics, such as La Torre de la Higuera, a 16th century lighthouse. Unfortunately, it is in ruins due to the devastating effects of the 1755 Lisbon earthquake tsunami.

March 2023

Robyn Damaris

10 Exceptional

That place is not the best place to relax. The sand is alright but the area is quite crowded and the restaurants nearby have limited options. The food is okay, but nothing special, ranging from fish and chips to paella. Drinks are available, but nothing special. All in all, it's not worth the visit.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de Matalascanas?

The coastline of Playa de Matalascanas is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water near the beach is blue-green. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Playa de Matalascanas?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa de Matalascanas has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa de Matalascanas good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Playa de Matalascanas does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

Is the Playa de Matalascanas good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa de Matalascanas secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Playa de Matalascanas?

Playa de Matalascanas can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de Matalascanas?

The bar is located right on the Playa de Matalascanas.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de Matalascanas?

There are 72 places to stay in the Playa de Matalascanas area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de Matalascanas include:

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How far is the Playa de Matalascanas from parking?

The Playa de Matalascanas 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de Matalascanas?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa de Matalascanas is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa de Matalascanas (Huelva) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.