The Cable beach in Marbella is a beach of about 400 metres long and 40 metres wide. This beach is one of the favourite beaches of the inhabitants of Marbella, in fact, during the summer period many summer activities are organised here. The beach is located between the mouth of the Rio Real and the fishing port.
Being so well located and with such beautiful scenery, it is a popular beach in summer, but in winter some say it is magical. It is a relatively small beach, but in addition to all the services, it also has a lot of activity and palm trees that give it a more tropical feel. The waters of the beach are quite calm, as when the west blows, the harbour acts as a barrier.
Playa del cable marbella history Why is it called Playa del cable?
The name Playa del Cable is due to the fact that in the past there was a cable that crossed the beach to transport minerals to the cargo ships. It can be said that it is one of the few remnants of the history of the iron and steel industry and mining in Marbella.
It is very curious to think that in ancient times, during the 50's, it was a totally industrial landscape and today it is a "paradisiacal" landscape, with life, and where you can enjoy your holidays. In fact, in 2021 Playa del Cable was awarded the Blue Flag. This flag is awarded to some beaches for the fact that they are considered to be quality beaches. This award certifies the good condition of the beach and its waters.
Are there beach bars on the cable beach?
Playa del Cable Beach in Marbella has all the services you need to spend a full day there and enjoy your holiday without missing anything. In fact, it even has showers and sun loungers for rent. There are also some pretty neat modules (or at least in the early hours) with toilets for everyone.
And yes, of course there are beach bars where you can have refreshments and even eat. By the way, many people know this beach by the name of "Bounty Beach" and this is because one of its beach bars is called "Bounty Beach" and it is a beach bar that has been very popular for its parties and the beach became known by the same name.
Of course you can go to the beach first thing in the morning and stay until late in the afternoon, because you won't be short of anything on this beach. If you're up for it and have a ball, you can even play a game of volleyball.
And something that many people worry about, the car park at Playa del Cable is free of charge. But as it fills up early in the summer, you can also park in Marbella and walk there, as it is an urban beach and very close to everything.
