Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain

Playa Blanca

Playa Blanca is a charming beach located on the southern side of the island. It is known for its clear waters and clean, sandy shores. The beach is relatively small, adding to its intimate and cozy atmosphere.

The beach is surrounded by a variety of amenities, including numerous bars, restaurants, and shops, ensuring visitors have everything they need for a comfortable and enjoyable day out. The beach also benefits from a south-facing aspect, allowing it to bask in the sun throughout the day.

Explore accommodation options near Playa Blanca to enjoy its sun-drenched shores and charming, intimate ambiance.

In terms of accessibility, Playa Blanca can be reached by ferry, with a port nearby providing connections to Isla Los Lobos and Fuerteventura. Despite its popularity and the range of amenities on offer, the beach maintains a pleasant atmosphere without becoming overly crowded.

What to do at Playa Blanca?

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the pristine and clear waters of the beach, and its convenient location with a variety of shops around. They also appreciate the beach's south-facing aspect, which allows it to get sun all day. However, some visitors complain about the beach being small.

Where to Stay near Playa Blanca?

Beach lovers heading to Playa Blanca often opt for accommodations in the town center, which offers a range of hotels and apartments within walking distance to the beach. Most visitors also explore nearby areas like Marina Rubicón, known for its upscale dining and shopping experiences.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Playa Blanca?

Latitude: 28.862746 / Longitude: -13.8298281

Playa Blanca is located in Lanzarote. The following map of Playa Blanca shows the exact location.

Playa Blanca: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Today at Playa Blanca is looking like a decent beach day overall. The air temperature will reach a high of 24.4 °C. The sun will be strong, with a UV index of 8, so be sure to apply sunscreen. Expect some wind; it might be strong at times. The sea temperature is a comfortable 23.5 °C, although the waves are a bit high.
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Air

Low / High21.2°C/24.4°C
Feels Like (High)22.8°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature23.5 °C
Wave Height1.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance3%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:37/20:07
Sunshine Hours11.7 hrs
UV Index8
Cloud Cover14%
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Wind

Speed39.8 km/h
Gusts60.8 km/h
DirectionNE

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