La Laja, Spain - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

La Laja is a beach situated in the northern part of Gran Canaria, known for being a preferred destination for surfers. The beach is composed of black sand and pebbles, and the wind and waves make it a suitable spot for surfing almost every day. However, due to its proximity to the motorway, it is less popular for swimming.

The beach offers a well-maintained car park, and three lifeguards are on duty during peak season. Families can take pleasure in the beach, and children can play in the natural rock pools. The promenade is accessible for wheelchairs.

There are fish restaurants in the vicinity, and amenities include toilets, lifeguard services, and parking. Dogs are permitted on the beach.

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What to do at La Laja?

Amenities

La Laja amenities include parking and toilet.

Bars

Best bars near La Laja include bar 2 palmeras and Bar Amado.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near La Laja include Tropical Restaurante and Hamburguesería Superstar.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that visitors enjoy the nice and clean beach with good swimming and relatively low crowds. However, some visitors complain about the presence of a motorway behind the beach and the rough waves that make swimming difficult at times.

Where to Stay near La Laja?

Most visitors to La Laja Beach in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria opt to stay in the nearby city center or in the neighborhoods of Vegueta and Triana, which offer a variety of accommodation options and easy access to other attractions. While the beach is a popular spot for surfers, the proximity to the motorway and limited nearby accommodations make it less common for tourists to stay directly by the beach.

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

Where is La Laja?

Latitude: 28.058898 / Longitude: -15.4194379

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

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La Laja: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025

Summary
Full Forecast

It's an average beach day at La Laja. The air temperature will reach 24.7 °C, perfect for spending time in the sun. The sea temperature is a pleasant 23.3 °C, with moderate waves. The wind will be moderate, so it shouldn't be too disruptive. Be sure to use sunscreen, as the UV index will reach 6.

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Air

Low / High	19.5°C/24.7°C
Feels Like (High)	27.1°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	23.3 °C
Wave Height	1.0 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	17%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	08:08/19:22
Sunshine Hours	9.8 hrs
UV Index	6.2
Cloud Cover	37%

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Wind

Speed	14.1 km/h
Gusts	25.9 km/h
Direction	NE

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