Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain

Confital

Playa del Confital is a beach situated in the north of Gran Canaria, on the La Isletta peninsula. The beach boasts a diverse range of areas, including sandy, pebble and stone, rock formations, and natural stone terraces. It is a popular destination for locals, who frequent the area to enjoy the day, and facilities such as tent pavilions for barbecuing, eating, and socializing are available.

The beach is recommended for experienced surfers only due to the presence of rocks in the water. However, during low tide, it is excellent for snorkelling and diving. Although there are no showers or food outlets on-site, the view of the sea and city is splendid throughout the year.

Playa del Confital provides amenities such as toilets and a lifeguard, and allows dogs on the beach. There is a parking area nearby, making it easily accessible.

Explore accommodation options near Playa del Confital and enjoy stunning views of the sea and city throughout the year.

Overall, Playa del Confital is a unique and stunning beach that caters to various activities for visitors. Whether one desires to surf, snorkel, or relax on the beach, this nature reserve is undoubtedly worth a visit.

What to do at Confital?

Amenities

Confital amenities include parking and toilet.

Bars

Best bars near Confital include La Perpleja Bar., Ginger, La Posada, Valentina, La Tapita Pa Todos, & Cocktail Bar, F29 bar and Bar Bochinche Los Jamones.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Confital include El Padrino Restaurante, Camino al Jamonal, Restaurante Tabla Caliente and Restaurante El Cairo Las Palmas.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach has a beautiful pedestrian path for long walks near the sea and offers a great view from the top of the nearby hills. However, visitors complain about the lack of facilities such as toilets and changing rooms, and some find the sand unpleasant or the rocky entrance to the water inconvenient. One review mentions a creepy hermit living in a ruined hut.

Where to Stay near Confital?

Visitors to Confital often stay in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, where a variety of accommodations cater to different preferences and budgets. While there are no accommodations directly on Playa del Confital, the beach is easily accessible by a short drive from central Las Palmas.

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

Where is Confital?

Latitude: 28.1594425 / Longitude: -15.435181

Confital is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The following map of Confital shows the exact location.

Confital: Weather Today

📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
Today offers a fair, albeit somewhat breezy, beach experience at Confital. While the air temperature reaching 25.9 °C feels quite pleasant, the conditions are better suited for lounging or coastal walks rather than peaceful relaxation by the water. You will notice a steady wind throughout the day with occasional stronger bursts that may stir up some sand. With a sea temperature of 23.2 °C, the water is technically warm enough for a dip, but please exercise caution as the waves are currently quite high and energetic, making swimming challenging. The sky remains mostly covered with clouds, keeping things comfortable. Overall, it is an average day where you can enjoy the seaside atmosphere, but you should keep a close eye on the active surf if you plan to enter the water.
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Air

Low / High22°C/25.9°C
Feels Like (High)27.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature23.2 °C
Wave Height2.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:19/20:56
Sunshine Hours11.9 hrs
UV Index5.8
Cloud Cover73%
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Wind

Speed22.9 km/h
Gusts47.5 km/h
DirectionNW

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