Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

Playa de la Arena

Playa de la Arena is a tranquil beach located in a serene environment away from the typical hustle and bustle. This unique beach is renowned for its natural beauty, particularly its striking black sand which distinguishes it from other beaches.

One of the prominent features of Playa de la Arena is its natural pools. These pools, filled with ocean water, provide a distinctive swimming experience. However, visitors should note that access to these pools may sometimes be restricted.

The beach is furnished with amenities to ensure the comfort and convenience of its visitors. However, it is worth noting that the toilet facilities may not always be accessible.

Discover places to stay near Playa de la Arena and enjoy the unique charm of its striking black sand.

While Playa de la Arena has many appealing features, it is not consistently pet-friendly. Therefore, visitors intending to bring their pets, particularly dogs, should be aware of this restriction.

What to do at Playa de la Arena?

Amenities

Playa de la Arena amenities include toilet.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the tranquility and unique beauty of the beach, particularly appreciating its black sand and natural pools. The beach's quiet location away from the city's hustle and bustle is also a major draw for visitors. However, some visitors complain about the occasional closure of amenities such as the natural pool and toilets, and unfriendly dogs.

Where to Stay near Playa de la Arena?

Most visitors to Playa de la Arena choose to stay in the nearby towns of Puerto de Santiago and Los Gigantes, which offer a range of accommodations within a short drive to the beach. Beach lovers often prefer the convenience of staying at hotels or apartments in Puerto de Santiago, as some are within walking distance to the serene Playa de la Arena.

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

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Where is Playa de la Arena?

Latitude: 28.5000586 / Longitude: -16.4246681

Playa de la Arena is located in Tenerife. The following map of Playa de la Arena shows the exact location.

Playa de la Arena: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
Today looks like a decent beach day at Playa de la Arena. The maximum air temperature will be 28.3 °C. There's very little chance of rain, and the skies will be partly cloudy. The sea temperature is 23.4 °C with moderate waves. The wind will be light. The UV index will reach a high of 8.75, so make sure to apply sun protection.
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Air

Low / High19.8°C/28.3°C
Feels Like (High)33.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature23.4 °C
Wave Height1.9 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:23/20:59
Sunshine Hours11.8 hrs
UV Index8.75
Cloud Cover32%
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Wind

Speed9.8 km/h
Gusts20.9 km/h
DirectionN

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