Unspoiled Beaches Without Sunbeds in the Canary Islands
We rank the 4 unspoiled beaches without sunbeds in the Canary Islands. Playa de Cofete (Spain) comes first with 4.6 / 5, followed by Playa de Papagayo, Playa de Benijo, Tenerife.
The sea reaches about 21 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from April to October. 1 of the 4 have easy access, and 2 are hidden gems.
1Playa de Cofete
Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain · 4.6 / 5 · Challenging access · about 20 °CA wide, wild beach of golden sand below the Jandia mountains, with strong waves and very few facilities.
2Playa de Papagayo
Playa Blanca, Lanzarote · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 21 °CA golden cove at the foot of dark volcanic cliffs on the south coast of Lanzarote.
3Playa de Benijo, Tenerife
Benijo, Anaga, Tenerife · 4.5 / 5 · Challenging access · about 22 °CPlaya de Benijo is a beach of dark sand and rocks below the Anaga mountains on the north-east coast of Tenerife, with sea stacks called the Roques de Anaga rising from the water.
4Playa de Famara
Caleta de Famara, Teguise, Lanzarote · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 22 °CA long, wide sandy beach on the north-west coast of Lanzarote, framed by the dramatic Famara cliffs and popular with surfers and kitesurfers.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Playa de Cofete | Spain | 4.6 | 20 °C | April–October | Challenging |
| 2 | Playa de Papagayo | Spain | 4.6 | 21 °C | April–October | Moderate |
| 3 | Playa de Benijo, Tenerife | Spain | 4.5 | 22 °C | June–September | Challenging |
| 4 | Playa de Famara | Spain | 4.5 | 22 °C | April–October | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when our practical info reports no sunbed or umbrella rental, so the beach stays natural, then ranked by editorial score. Bring shade and water. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated unspoiled beaches without sunbeds in the Canary Islands?
Our top three are Playa de Cofete (4.6 out of 5), Playa de Papagayo (4.6 out of 5), Playa de Benijo, Tenerife (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 April to October. Water temperatures average about 21 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Playa de Famara 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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