Playa Blanca

Papagayo Beach

Playa de Papagayo

7.7
 / 10 Very good
#63 out of 432
in Canary Islands

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+19 oC +17 oC
Air temperature
5.4 M/S
Wind
+19 oC
Water temperature
2 M
Wave height

Key features

Beach overall scores

Water
Exceptional
9.5/10
Cover
Pleasant
6.2/10
Cleanliness
Frustrating
4/10
Amenities
Very poor
2/10
Booking.com
"This location is great for sheltering from gusty winds, but it's not my favorite. I wouldn't recommend driving here - the road is a nightmare and you have to pay 3 euros for the privilege. Instead, take a walk from Playa Blanca - it's a much better experience and you get to take in the stunning views, as well as explore all the other beaches."
Emily Klíma
"That place is perfect for relaxation! It's a great place to spend the day - 3€ entry fee is totally worth it. It's the best beach on the island, plus there's a fantastic restaurant right on the cliff top with delicious food and drinks. You get a stunning view of the ocean too. I'd recommend getting there early, as there were long queues after 4pm."
Ava De Luca
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Booking.com
"This location is great for sheltering from gusty winds, but it's not my favorite. I wouldn't recommend driving here - the road is a nightmare and you have to pay 3 euros for the privilege. Instead, take a walk from Playa Blanca - it's a much better experience and you get to take in the stunning views, as well as explore all the other beaches."
Emily Klíma
"That place is perfect for relaxation! It's a great place to spend the day - 3€ entry fee is totally worth it. It's the best beach on the island, plus there's a fantastic restaurant right on the cliff top with delicious food and drinks. You get a stunning view of the ocean too. I'd recommend getting there early, as there were long queues after 4pm."
Ava De Luca
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Stays nearby

Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants

  • Be Papagayo - Chirin... 2 min walk
  • Casa El Barba Restau... 2 min walk
  • El risco 2 min walk
  • Tratoria Portofino 28 min walk

Attractions

  • Cuevas del Papagayo 2 min walk
  • Los Ajaches National... 3 min walk
  • Underground house 4 min walk
  • Playa de la Cera (hi... 5 min walk

Transport

  • ACE 21.2km
  • Express Ferry Lanzar... 13.5km

Localities

  • Maciot 7.6km
  • Las Palmas de Gran C... 179.6km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Papagayo Beach?

The Papagayo Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Papagayo Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Papagayo Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Papagayo Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Papagayo Beach is partially protected from waves.

Is the Papagayo Beach 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Papagayo Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

  • Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Papagayo Beach?

The bar is located right on the Papagayo Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Be Papagayo - Chiringuito is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Papagayo Beach?

There are 1558 places to stay in the Papagayo Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Papagayo Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Papagayo Beach from parking?

The Papagayo Beach 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 Papagayo Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Papagayo Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cuevas del Papagayo located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Papagayo Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Papagayo Beach is September. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Papagayo Beach (Lanzarote) 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.Papagayo Beach (Lanzarote) 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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