Photo of Brava Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Brava Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Brava Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Brava Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Brava Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Photo of Brava Beach - recommended for family travellers with kids

7.7

Very good

Brava Beach

Playa Brava

#5 out of 7 in Maldonado

7.7

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Punta del Este • 3.3 km

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About

Brava Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 5th place out of 7 beaches in the Maldonado region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Brava Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

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 Mansa Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

Brava Beach is located in Maldonado within Punta del Este, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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

+14 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

6.3 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Punta del Este • 3.3 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.4km

Mansa Beach Mansa Beach

8.2 Very good

7km

Montoya Beach Montoya Beach

7.8 Very good

9km

Bikini Beach Bikini Beach

7.8 Very good

12.8km

Balneario Buenos Aires Beach Balneario Buenos Aires Beach

7.1 Good

22.4km

Balneario Santa Monica Beach Balneario Santa Monica Beach

6.9 Good

28.6km

Brava de Jose Ignacio Beach Brava de Jose Ignacio Beach

7.8 Very good

36.2km

Escondida Beach Escondida Beach

6 Pleasant

73.8km

Anaconda Beach Anaconda Beach

7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Punta del Este • 3.3km

Transport

Airport

PDP • 19km

Bus Station

Teminal Andresito • 76.2km

Train Station

Parada Km.198 • 61.4km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.7 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.7 Very good

Antoine Assaad

8 Very good

Nice beach and lovely people! Lots of free and clean washrooms!

Gabriel Braico Dornas

6 Pleasant

It's not so attractive at the point I visited.

Christoph Swiss

10 Exceptional

Wide open beach close to the city, easy parking.

Guilherme Carvalho

8 Very good

Beautiful beach, not many people around, good spots for parking. Not that good for swimming IMO, though.

Himjyoti Debnath

8 Very good

Great beach, good waves. Nice surroundings to sit and chill.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Brava Beach?

The coastline of Brava Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Brava Beach?

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

Is the Brava Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Brava Beach 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.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Brava Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Brava Beach good for families?

Yes, the Brava Beach is good place for families with children. 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 very smooth.

Is the Brava Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Brava Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Brava Beach?

Brava Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Families with children
Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Brava Beach?

The bar is located right on the Brava Beach.

How far is the Brava Beach from parking?

The Brava Beach 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 Brava Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Brava Beach is January. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 13°C and water 12°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Brava Beach (Maldonado) 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.