Unspoiled Beaches Without Sunbeds in the Costa del Sol and Andalusia
We rank the 4 unspoiled beaches without sunbeds in the Costa del Sol and Andalusia. Los Genoveses Beach (Spain) comes first with 4.6 / 5, followed by Playa de los Muertos, Carboneras, Playa de Monsul.
The sea reaches about 22 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 2 of the 4 have easy access, and 3 are hidden gems.
1Los Genoveses Beach
Cabo de Gata, Almeria, Spain · 4.6 / 5 · Easy access · about 22 °CA broad, undeveloped sandy bay inside the Cabo de Gata-Nijar natural park, backed by dunes and low hills.
2Playa de los Muertos, Carboneras
Carboneras, Almeria, Andalusia · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 23 °CPlaya de los Muertos is a wild beach of pale pebbles and sand near the Cabo de Gata-Nijar natural park, reached down a steep path from a car park.
3Playa de Monsul
Cabo de Gata, Almeria · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 22 °CA wide golden beach of fine sand backed by dunes and a striking volcanic rock, set inside the Cabo de Gata-Nijar natural park.
4Playazo de Rodalquilar
Rodalquilar, Cabo de Gata-Nijar, Almeria · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 22 °CEl Playazo is a long beach of sand and fine gravel near Rodalquilar, in the Cabo de Gata-Nijar natural park in Almeria, with the ruined Castillo de San Ramon at the north end.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Genoveses Beach | Spain | 4.6 | 22 °C | May–October | Easy |
| 2 | Playa de los Muertos, Carboneras | Spain | 4.6 | 23 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 3 | Playa de Monsul | Spain | 4.6 | 22 °C | May–October | Moderate |
| 4 | Playazo de Rodalquilar | Spain | 4.5 | 22 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when our practical info reports no sunbed or umbrella rental, so the beach stays natural, then ranked by editorial score. Bring shade and water. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated unspoiled beaches without sunbeds in the Costa del Sol and Andalusia?
Our top three are Los Genoveses Beach (4.6 out of 5), Playa de los Muertos, Carboneras (4.6 out of 5), Playa de Monsul (4.6 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from June to September. Water temperatures average about 22 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Los Genoveses Beach, Playazo de Rodalquilar have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.
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