At the northern end of the Mar Menor, San Javier is a lovely Spanish town, which like many places along this stretch of coastline was once a sleepy fishing village. Now San Javier is a friendly, relaxed centre with a whole range of shops, bars and great places to eat. Here you are extremely well positioned for the Mar Menor, all of the facilities of the town and the beaches and sailing club at Santiago de la Ribera. Although you do not automatically associate La Manga Club as the destination for a “beach holiday,” the resort has its own small cove and man-made beach at La Cala.
Additionally, the surrounding region has a large number of beaches offering the perfect retreat for those who like to feel sand beneath their feet or frolic in the surf. The Mar Menor and the Mediterranean are nearby and have a number of good bathing beaches; whilst slightly further afield is an even larger selection from which to choose.
A number of the beaches locally have been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag status. This is only awarded to those beaches which meet exacting standards of cleanliness, stringent environmental criteria and safe bathing. The closest to La Manga Club are Playa Blanco del Tabal and Playa el Pedrucho on La Manga Strip.