Alcazaba Lagoon, the turquoise lake near Estepona

Artificial lagoon

It is not a beach and it is not a swimming pool. Alcazaba Lagoon offers a third option for a day by the water near Estepona, an artificial lagoon with clear turquoise water, white sand and a resort-like setting.

For families or groups of friends who have already spent a few days by the Mediterranean, it is an easy way to change the setting without giving up the idea of a relaxed day by the water.

Turquoise water and white sand

The first difference is the setting. Alcazaba Lagoon combines crystal-clear turquoise water with white sand around the lagoon. Sun loungers are available, so there is less preparation involved than when heading to a more natural stretch of coastline where you need to bring everything yourself.

You can simply spend time by the water, but the lagoon also offers more active options. Kayaking and paddleboarding are available for anyone who wants to get onto the water rather than stay on a lounger all afternoon. That mix makes it easier for a group to spend several hours here even when everyone has a different idea of what a day by the water should look like.

More than somewhere to swim

There are places to eat and lounge around the lagoon, which makes Alcazaba Lagoon suitable for more than a quick swim. You can stay for the afternoon, spend some time on the water and stop for food without having to plan the day around several different locations.

For a group of friends, that creates an alternative to another day at the beach. For families, it can work as a change from Playa del Cristo, especially when you want the convenience of loungers, food nearby and activities on the water in one place.

When Alcazaba Lagoon fits into the week

Alcazaba Lagoon does not need to replace the beach. That is precisely the point. A week around Estepona can include the Mediterranean, a sheltered beach such as Playa del Cristo, the pool and a day at the lagoon without repeating the same setting every day.

If you want natural coastline, choose the beach. If you want turquoise water, white sand, loungers and the option to kayak or paddleboard in a more resort-like environment, Alcazaba Lagoon offers a different kind of day near Estepona.