From family fun to wicked watersports, Lanzarote beaches have everything you could want from a holiday in the sun. But which is the right one for you? Take a look at these knockouts!
1. Playa Flamingo, Playa Blanca
• The perfect mix of beautiful and tranquil, this Playa Blanca beach is an absolute favourite!
• A top choice for families, especially if you’ve got young kids.
• Bring your buckets and spades, take the little ones for a paddle, and pick up something to eat on the prom.
Where to stay
Iberostar Selection Lanzarote Park – 5 star hotel overlooking Flamingo Beach.
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2. Playa de los Pocillos, Puerto del Carmen
• A broad sweep of golden sand stretching for over 1 km, Los Pocillos Beach is at the edge of buzzing Puerto del Carmen.
• Follow the promenade from the centre for this easygoing alternative to Playa Grande, the town’s lively main beach.
• Playa de los Pocillos is backed by its own mini resort, so you’ll find everything you need just steps from the shore.
Where to stay
VIK Hotel San Antonio – 4 star beachfront hotel.
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3. Playa de Papagayo, near Playa Blanca
• Fancy escaping off the beaten track? Hide yourself away at Papagayo Beach in Los Ajaches National Park.
• When it comes to quiet Lanzarote beaches, this has to be the most famous, and for good reason – its white sands are tucked in a perfect shell of a cove.
• Loved for its seclusion and back-to-nature feel, Papagayo Beach is about 10 km from central Playa Blanca (catch the bus or hire a car). Take a picnic or grab lunch and drinks at the clifftop cafe.
Where to stay
Sandos Papagayo – 4 star seafront hotel on the edge of Playa Blanca and Los Ajaches.
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4. Playa Matagorda, Puerto del Carmen
• The second Puerto del Carmen beach on our list, Matagorda is fantastic!
• A huge sweep of sand with plenty to do on and off the beach, it’s easy to see why Matagorda is so popular for family holidays to the Canary Islands.
• It’s also a hit with windsurfers – and a great place to watch the planes flying in and out of Lanzarote airport.
Where to stay
Sol Lanzarote All Inclusive – 4 star hotel on Matagorda Beach.
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5. Playa de las Cucharas, Costa Teguise
• Challenge the fam to a pedalo race or wriggle into a wetsuit and ride the surf – Playa de las Cucharas is one of the best beaches in Lanzarote for watersports.
• Taking tots? Younger families love to paddle at the calmer northern end.
• As for the aesthetics, the white sands here are stunning, and there are gardens to explore just off the bustling prom.
Where to stay
THB Lanzarote Beach – previously called Be Live Experience Lanzarote Beach; 4 star hotel directly on Las Cucharas.
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6. Playa Del Reducto, Arrecife
• If you like to be in the heart of the action, Playa Del Reducto is the Lanzarote beach holiday pick for you!
• The best beach in Arrecife, the island’s capital, it’s a dazzling stretch of golden sand, tranquil sea and palm trees.
• With plenty of beach bars, a prom full of shops and restaurants, and even a mini theme park nearby, El Reducto Beach is a smashing spot for lazy days.
Where to stay
Lancelot – 3 star hotel on the prom, highly rated on TripAdvisor!
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Unwind on the best beaches in Lanzarote
So, now it’s over to you! Which of our top Lanzarote beaches sounds perfect for you? Or maybe you want to check out all six!
Book today and get ready to sink your toes in the sand.
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Lucy blogs about all things holiday, with tons of Thomas Cook knowledge. And as a mum of two, she's always looking for ways to help you have family holidays that are memorable for all the right reasons!