Best Beaches with Sunbeds in the Canary Islands
We rank the 8 beaches with sunbeds and umbrellas in the Canary Islands. Costa Calma Beach, Fuerteventura (Spain) comes first with 4.5 / 5, followed by Playa de Amadores, Gran Canaria, Playa de las Teresitas.
The sea reaches about 23 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 8 of the 8 have easy access, and 2 are hidden gems.
1Costa Calma Beach, Fuerteventura
Costa Calma, Pajara, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 23 °CCosta Calma is a resort on the south of Fuerteventura with a wide beach of golden sand that runs for kilometres along the Sotavento coast.
2Playa de Amadores, Gran Canaria
Amadores, Mogan, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CPlaya de Amadores is a curved bay of white sand on the south-west coast of Gran Canaria, protected by breakwaters that keep the water calm and clear.
3Playa de las Teresitas
San Andres, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 21 °CA long curved golden beach on the northeast coast of Tenerife, with the Anaga Mountains behind and a breakwater that calms the water.
4Playa de El Medano, Tenerife
El Medano, Granadilla de Abona, Tenerife, Canary Islands · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 23 °CEl Medano is a seaside town on the south-east coast of Tenerife, with a long beach of golden sand beside the volcanic cone of Montana Roja.
5Playa de Mogan, Gran Canaria
Puerto de Mogan, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CPlaya de Mogan is a small beach of golden sand beside the harbour of Puerto de Mogan, a village of white houses, flowers and canals on the south-west coast of Gran Canaria.
6Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria
Playa del Ingles, San Bartolome de Tirajana, Gran Canaria · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CPlaya del Ingles is a wide beach of golden sand on the south coast of Gran Canaria, next to the large dune field of Maspalomas.
7Playa de Los Cristianos, Tenerife
Los Cristianos, Arona, Tenerife, Canary Islands · 4.2 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CPlaya de Los Cristianos is a sheltered beach of golden sand in the port town of Los Cristianos on the south coast of Tenerife.
8Playa de Las Americas, Tenerife
Playa de las Americas, Adeje, Tenerife, Canary Islands · 4.1 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CPlaya de Las Americas is the biggest resort area on the south coast of Tenerife, with several beaches of dark and golden sand, a long promenade and many hotels, bars and restaurants.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Costa Calma Beach, Fuerteventura | Spain | 4.5 | 23 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 2 | Playa de Amadores, Gran Canaria | Spain | 4.5 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 3 | Playa de las Teresitas | Spain | 4.5 | 21 °C | Year-round | Easy |
| 4 | Playa de El Medano, Tenerife | Spain | 4.4 | 23 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 5 | Playa de Mogan, Gran Canaria | Spain | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 6 | Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria | Spain | 4.4 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 7 | Playa de Los Cristianos, Tenerife | Spain | 4.2 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 8 | Playa de Las Americas, Tenerife | Spain | 4.1 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when our practical info says sunbeds or umbrellas can be rented on or next to the beach, then ranked by editorial score. Prices change each season, so confirm locally. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated beaches with sunbeds and umbrellas in the Canary Islands?
Our top three are Costa Calma Beach, Fuerteventura (4.5 out of 5), Playa de Amadores, Gran Canaria (4.5 out of 5), Playa de las Teresitas (4.5 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from June to September. Water temperatures average about 23 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Costa Calma Beach, Fuerteventura, Playa de Amadores, Gran Canaria, Playa de las Teresitas, Playa de El Medano, Tenerife, Playa de Mogan, Gran Canaria and 3 more have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.
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