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Playa La Arenita
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Playa La Arenita is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 102th place out of 197 beaches in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife region 14.2 km away from its center, the city of Santa Ursula. It is one of the beaches of Aroba settlement, just 1.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a straight coastline with crystal blue water and gray sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Playa La Arenita coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, showers. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Las Arenas, which has a rating of 5.8.
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Playa La Arenita is located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife within Aroba, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Tenerife, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"After visiting the majestic cathedral of Candelaria, we ventured a few kilometers to this tranquil beach, equipped with umbrellas and sunbeds for a few euros (excellent!). With a long walk full of restaurants, this beach provided a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of city life like me! What's more, the sand was a ..."
Giuliano Galanti
"An unpleasant place to be. The amount of cigarette butts is appalling, and the people there (not all of them) are quite rude. It's not a great place to spend your time."
Maria Rodriguez
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"After visiting the majestic cathedral of Candelaria, we ventured a few kilometers to this tranquil beach, equipped with umbrellas and sunbeds for a few euros (excellent!). With a long walk full of restaurants, this beach provided a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of city life like me! What's more, the sand was a ..."
Giuliano Galanti
"An unpleasant place to be. The amount of cigarette butts is appalling, and the people there (not all of them) are quite rude. It's not a great place to spend your time."
Maria Rodriguez
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa La Arenita?
Playa La Arenita has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Playa La Arenita?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa La Arenita has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Playa La Arenita good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Playa La Arenita is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Playa La Arenita for swimming is very positive.
Is the Playa La Arenita good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa La Arenita secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa La Arenita?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa La Arenita.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cofradía La Laguna y el mar is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa La Arenita?
There are 666 places to stay in the Playa La Arenita area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa La Arenita from parking?
The Playa La Arenita has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa La Arenita?
There are 1 attractions near Playa La Arenita that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Ermita de San Blas located in 2.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa La Arenita?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa La Arenita is September. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa La Arenita (Tenerife) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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