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Playa Escondida
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Playa Escondida 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 39.9 km away from its center, the city of Santa Ursula. It is one of the beaches of Castro settlement, just 4.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a straight coastline with green pure water and brown sand, 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 not crowded place during the season.
Playa Escondida coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
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 el medano II, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Beach overall scores
Playa Escondida (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) is located outside the Castro settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Tenerife and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Playa Escondida with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"It's a real disgrace that people can camp on the beach, even though it's a Protected Natural Space. The Granadilla City Council should be doing more to prevent it, but unfortunately, the Cabildo is also doing nothing to help protect the area. When you arrive, you'll find the sand littered with discarded items like diapers, plastic, paper, and charcoal from barbecues and bonf..."
Mikayla
"An amazing place to truly disconnect and relax. It lives up to its name as a hidden paradise. Whether you're looking to camp, dive, or just enjoy the sun, this beach is the perfect spot to spend the weekend. It's an incredible experience that you won't soon forget!"
Kelvin Ospina
User reviews
"It's a real disgrace that people can camp on the beach, even though it's a Protected Natural Space. The Granadilla City Council should be doing more to prevent it, but unfortunately, the Cabildo is also doing nothing to help protect the area. When you arrive, you'll find the sand littered with discarded items like diapers, plastic, paper, and charcoal from barbecues and bonf..."
Mikayla
"An amazing place to truly disconnect and relax. It lives up to its name as a hidden paradise. Whether you're looking to camp, dive, or just enjoy the sun, this beach is the perfect spot to spend the weekend. It's an incredible experience that you won't soon forget!"
Kelvin Ospina
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Restaurants
- Cafetería Together G...• 2.3km
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- Dorado Tower• 2.7km
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Transport
- TFS• 6.4km
- Ermita de El Médano• 3.3km
- Mini Train• 99.1km
Localities
- Castro• 4.8km
- Santa Ursula• 39.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Escondida?
The coastline of Playa Escondida is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water near the beach is clean and almost blue in sunny weather. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Playa Escondida?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Escondida, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Playa Escondida good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa Escondida does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa Escondida good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa Escondida secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Escondida?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Escondida.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cafetería Together Granadilla is the closest place located 2400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa Escondida?
There are 1778 places to stay in the Playa Escondida area.
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How far is the Playa Escondida from parking?
The Playa Escondida 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 Escondida?
There are 4 attractions near Playa Escondida that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Dorado Tower located in 2.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Escondida?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa Escondida is September. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 19°C and water 20°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa Escondida (Tenerife) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa Escondida (Tenerife) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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