Three of the island’s most popular resorts follow one another seamlessly along the south coast of Tenerife: from south to north are Los Cristianos, Playa de Las Americas and Costa Adeje. The latter is also the least popular with rowdy tourists, who tend to prefer the parties and beach clubs of Playa de Las Americas, but it is undoubtedly the most suitable for couples, families and all those who want a holiday less focused on nightlife and more on beach life.
And it is beach life that is the undisputed protagonist of Costa Adeje, so much so that its coastal profile is made up of one beach after another, from Playa de Troya at the southern end, located practically on the border with Playa de Las Americas, to the small Playa Caleta at the northern end, also popular with kitesurfers and paragliders.
In addition, this municipality of almost 20,000 inhabitants is also home to some of Tenerife’s most important attractions, including Siam Park, Europe’s largest water park, attracting both young and old with its water games and pools.
The municipality of Costa Adeje stretches along the coast for about 4-5 kilometres, which is also why there are so many beaches worth considering.
Starting from the south, immediately bordering Playa de Las Americas are the two Troya beaches, called Playa de Troya I and Playa de Troya II. They are very wide and also quite busy due to their proximity to the town and large hotels, but you will certainly find a little place of your own if you like tranquillity. The two beaches are well equipped with all amenities and services, have fine dark volcanic sand and the water is clear and transparent. Behind them is a beautiful pedestrian promenade beyond which you will find plenty of shops, bazaars, supermarkets, shopping centres, bars, restaurants and excursion offices.
The natural continuation of the Playas de Troya is Playa de El Bobo, which shares its characteristics, both in terms of the natural aspect (fine volcanic sand, transparent sea) and the practical aspect, linked to the presence of bathing establishments and promenade totally dedicated to the needs of tourists. At the northern end of Playa de El Bobo, inside the H10 Gran Tinerfe hotel and perfectly visible from the beach, there is also a casino, the Casino Playa de Las Americas, open all day long. You can therefore alternate relaxing hours on the beach with adrenalin-pumping sessions of roulette and blackjack.
From Playa de El Bobo, the seafront turns into a pleasant walk along the edge of the cliffs, where there are no beaches, until you reach the marina called Puerto Colon, beyond which you will find the beautiful Playa de la Pinta, shaped like a crescent, with light-coloured sand imported from the Sahara, sunbeds and umbrellas for hire, a large area dedicated to free bathing, and services such as lifeguard and boat hire. The beach is rather small and is located in a very busy part of Costa Adeje, so you will find more people than you should.
North of Playa de la Pinta is the largest beach on Costa Adeje: it is Playa de Fanabè, just under a kilometre long. Here it will not be difficult to find a quiet place to spread your towel and lie down in the Canarian sun. The beach also has some equipped areas where you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas and take advantage of services such as beach massages and changing rooms. Continuing on, beyond the Centro Comercial Plaza del Duque is the smaller Playa del Duque, followed by the narrow Playa El Beril, a little more niche.
The last beach in the urbanisation of Costa Adeje going north is Playa de la Enramada, a beach of black pebbles and stones, far from mass tourism, often used by paragliders to land. It is a pristine and very quiet beach, and it is also easy to find parking. It is ideal for enjoying the Tenerife sea in peace and quiet, avoiding the crowds of the other Costa Adeje beaches.
For many, the beaches of Costa Adeje end here. However, continuing northwards, we enter the resorts of La Caleta, Playa Paraiso and Callao Salvaje, also part of the municipality of Costa Adeje. Mostly small beaches and natural coves can be found here, which are far less crowded than in the city, and also more complicated to reach, as a rental car is needed. Choose to spend a day here if you are looking for tranquillity and relaxation and want to escape the hustle and bustle of Costa Adeje.
The options for sleeping in Costa Adeje are countless. You can choose from an almost infinite number of accommodations, ranging from large luxury beachfront hotels to small flats and holiday homes in the interior. Choose the accommodation that suits you based on your budget, your need for peace and quiet at night and the type of holiday you like to take. For example, if you have a rental car and only use Costa Adeje as a base you can also move inland, where you will find better bargains, less parking difficulties, and greater proximity to the TF-1 motorway that will take you to virtually every corner of Tenerife.
If, on the other hand, what counts for you is beach life and nightlife, head straight for a hotel close to the sea, perhaps all inclusive so you don’t even have to worry about finding somewhere to eat. There are hotels with swimming pool and spa, hotels dedicated to couples, hotels specifically for families, resorts and much more.
If you prefer space, privacy and the ability to prepare your own meals to a hotel holiday, book a holiday home at Costa Adeje. We recommend a few below, but in this case we advise you to book early because houses and apartments for rent at Costa Adeje are in high demand.
Siam Park is located in Costa Adeje and is considered one of the best water parks in the world, attracting millions of visitors every year thanks to its spectacular attractions and exotic setting.
The park is inspired by Thai culture, with buildings, sculptures and gardens designed to recreate an authentic atmosphere of Siam, the ancient name for Thailand. This unique theming extends to all the park’s attractions, which combine the charm of oriental traditions with the excitement of modern water slides. It is a must-see destination for anyone visiting Tenerife.
The development of Costa Adeje is very recent: suffice it to say that in 2000 it had about three thousand inhabitants, while in 2014 it had grown to twenty thousand. This is an enormous growth, which is also reflected in the urbanisation. There are in fact no sights or historical monuments, as most of the houses and buildings are for tourist use: large hotels, residences, flats, shops and shopping centres.
You will not find churches, museums, statues, fountains or medieval walls. However, it is pleasant to walk around Costa Adeje, especially along the seafront, which you can walk the entire length of almost 5 kilometres from south to north. Even where there are no beaches and the coast is rocky, the Costa Adeje promenade offers unforgettable views of the Atlantic Ocean and the island of La Gomera in the distance. You will find an industrial quantity of shops, bars and restaurants, so you certainly won’t be bored!
The neighbourhood of San Eugenio, which develops around Avenida de Los Pueblos, is also pleasant. Here you will find a nice open-air shopping centre, the C.C. San Eugenio, and several shops, as well as bars and restaurants serving dishes from every cuisine in the world.
Getting to Costa Adeje from Tenerife South Reina Sofia Airport is really easy: once you leave the terminal, simply take the TF-1 motorway heading west and follow it for less than 20 minutes to exit 73 – Playa de Las Americas or 74 – San Eugenio, depending on your final destination. Once you have exited, you will already find yourself on the edge of town, and you can point your navigator towards your hotel or flat, which you will reach in a few minutes.
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Costa Adeje is located on the south coast of Tenerife, immediately north of Playa de Las Americas and Los Cristianos, with which it forms one huge urbanisation. It is part of the province of Adeje.
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