Playa de la Arena

Set on the west coast of Tenerife, Playa La Arena is a relatively quiet, relaxed resort particularly popular with families and couples. Holidays in Playa La Arena centre round the small, sweeping bay of dark-sand, which is set against a backdrop of palm trees and hills. The gently shelving beach has been award a blue flag for cleanliness and is ideal for both sunbathers and swimmers. Visitors can try their hand at a range of water sports, including windsurfing, scuba diving and jet skiing.

Evenings in Playa de la Arena
Holidays in Playa La Arena offer a good selection of shops. Visitors can browse the small shops for local handicrafts and souvenirs. The beach is lined with a range of cafes, bars and restaurants. Evenings in Playa La Arena are spent relaxing over drinks and cocktails on the beachfront and tucking into traditional Spanish tapas as well as a range of international dishes, including Italian, American, Austrian and British.

Excursions in Playa de la Arena
Holidays in Playa de la Arena offer a variety of excursions. Tourists can visit the dramatic Acantilados de los Gigantes, 'Cliffs of the Giants', take a trip to the neighbouring island of La Gomera, explore the natural beauty of Mount Teide National Park, enjoy whale watching off the coast of Los Gigantes, or head to neighbouring Playa San Juan's Wednesday farmer's market.