--- title: "Mijas beach: Costa del Sol will surprise you" description: Planning a summer escape to Costa del Sol? Don’t miss the beaches in Cala de Mijas—you’ll love them! image: https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogspot%2071%20a.jpg --- [DE | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/de) [FR | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/fr) [EN | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en) [ES | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) Blog:  [> Back to visitcostadelsol.com | ](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/) [![fondo_logo.png](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/fondo_logo.png?width=567&height=125&name=fondo_logo.png "fondo_logo.png")](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) - [Activities](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/adventure-activities) - [Culture](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/culture) - [Holidays](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/holidays) - [Gastronomy](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/gastronomy) - [Experiences](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/experiences) - [Golf](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/golf) - [Professional](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/professional) # Mijas beach: Costa del Sol will surprise you ![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogspot%2071%20a.jpg)  Tags: [Getaway](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/getaway) In addition to being one of Costa del Sol’s most charming villages, [Mijas](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/white-inland-villages/mijas-p9861?_ga=2.109974733.999563163.1591887304-1879306895.1585248461) is known for its **gem-worthy beaches**. Here, the perfect combination of **beaches, Mother Nature, sunny days**, activities and delicious cuisine make Mijas a coastal destination you’ll never want to leave. Find out more about our favourite Mijas beaches below. ## **Calahonda Beach** Located between Puerto de Cabopino ([Marbella](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/villages-on-the-malaga-coast/marbella-p9851?_ga=2.109974733.999563163.1591887304-1879306895.1585248461)) and El Bombo Beach, [Calahonda Beach](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol/calahonda-beach-p21061?_ga=2.109974733.999563163.1591887304-1879306895.1585248461) is **4,400 metres long and 20 metres wide**. Here, there’s a lot to see, from remote stretches of untouched land with **tons of vegetation** to city-like areas filled with homes, restaurants and local businesses. Narrow and quiet, Calahonda Beach has small, unique inlets and outlets and a **rich seabed** that **diving and fishing** enthusiasts love. Because of the prime quality of its waters, which are perfect for swimming, this beach has been recognized with a **Blue Flag**.   ## **La Luna Beach** Calahonda Beach splits into different coves and small beaches, one being quiet La Luna Beach. This beach, which is considered **one of the best beaches on the Mijas coast**, lets you relax in what feels like a remote destination. NOTE: You can walk there from Cabopino Beach or access it through a small tunnel, which can sometimes be difficult to find. ![mijas costa beaches](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogspot%2071%20b.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogspot%2071%20b.jpg)   ## **Algaida Beach** **Algaida Beach** sits right in front of a village of the same name, Villanueva de Algaida! This relaxing beach is known for its **fine sand, clear waters** and remote feel. It’s the perfect place to get a little quiet time in a beautiful destination.   ## **Butibamba Beach (La Cala)** Having earned a **Blue Flag** for its impeccable environmental quality, [Butibamba Beach](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol/la-butibamba-beach-la-cala-p21051?_ga=2.134436921.999563163.1591887304-1879306895.1585248461) spans 1,300 metres in length and nearly 20 metres in average width. Also called **“La Cala”** because of its close proximity to the Cala del Moral, this beach has dark sand, mild waves, rocky corners and a **lively nightlife scene** on weekends. Butibamba Beach is close to the **Torres Vigías Museum**, which holds the headquarters for the Tourist Office of La Cala. ![mijas holidays with your partner](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogspot%2071%20c.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogspot%2071%20c.jpg)   ## **Del Bombo Beach** Sitting right next to Puerto de Cabopino, [Del Bombo Beach](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol/del-bombo-beach-p21071?_ga=2.137761784.999563163.1591887304-1879306895.1585248461) is 1,100 metres long and about 20 metres in average width. With its dark sand and **crystal clear waters**, many people go to this **Blue Flag** beach to swim or **play water sports like scuba diving and snorkelling**.   ## **El Chaparral Beach** Spanning 4,400 metres long and an average 12 metres wide, [El Chaparral Beach](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/the-best-beaches-on-the-costa-del-sol/el-chaparral-beach-p21081?_ga=2.197333223.999563163.1591887304-1879306895.1585248461) is one of the area’s most popular stretches of sand. It earned the **"Q" seal for tourist quality** and even **has its own nude beach**. With its mild waves and dark sand, this beach is a great place to **play water sports like windsurfing, sailing and diving**. ![Mijas vacation village](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogspot%2071%20d.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogspot%2071%20d.jpg)   When you visit Mijas beaches, don’t forget to explore the rest of this gorgeous, mountainous municipality, too. Take a walk through its **charming Old Town**, wander past its alluring white houses, see the town's Arab past, **go hiking** or **check out the vistas from the** [Wall, Viewpoint & Gardens](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/monuments-and-areas-of-tourist-interest/wall-viewpoint-and-gardens-p25871?_ga=2.164379767.999563163.1591887304-1879306895.1585248461), [Mijas Bullring](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/things-to-do/mijas-bullring-p17651?_ga=2.164379767.999563163.1591887304-1879306895.1585248461) and more. 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