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Tenerife's best-known resort, with golden beaches, year-round sunshine and 43 hotels and apartments to choose from, all with low deposits and ABTA protection.

Sandy beach, breakwaters and seafront hotels on Tenerife's south-west coast near Playa de las Américas
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Playa de las Américas at a glance

Playa de las Américas sits on Tenerife's sunny south-west coast, between upmarket Costa Adeje and the old fishing town of Los Cristianos. A long seafront promenade links its sheltered sandy beaches, the shops and restaurants of the Golden Mile and the Veronicas nightlife strip, so you can walk almost everywhere. It suits families, couples and groups of friends alike, and the quick airport transfer makes it ideal for a short break as well as a fortnight in the sun.

WhereSouth-west Tenerife
AirportTenerife South, about 20 mins
WeatherWarm all year, 20–23°C in winter
Best forFamilies, groups, lively holidays, golf
Places to stay43 hotels & apartments

Where to stay in Playa de las Américas

Every hotel and apartment we sell in Playa de las Américas, from beachfront five-star hotels to great-value self-catering. Filter by star rating or type, then check live prices and book online.

Las Madrigueras Golf Resort & Spa, Playa de las Américas★★★★★

Las Madrigueras Golf Resort & Spa

Calle Meandro, Playa de las Américas, 38660

Hotel3 rounds of golf included
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Is Playa de las Américas right for you?

Playa de las Américas is known as Tenerife's party resort, and the Veronicas strip and Starco centre do stay busy until the early hours. But that is only one corner of a large resort. Away from the bars you will find calm, family-friendly beaches, hotels with big pools and kids' clubs, and an easy-going seafront that is lovely for an evening stroll.

Choose where you stay carefully and it works for almost anyone. Families and couples who want peaceful nights often pick hotels towards Playa del Camisón and Los Cristianos, or up by the golf course. Groups who want to be in the thick of it stay close to Veronicas. If you would like a more polished, quieter feel throughout, Costa Adeje next door may suit you better.

Ideal if you want

  • Guaranteed winter sun and a short flight
  • A quick transfer from Tenerife South airport
  • Sandy beaches with calm, sheltered water
  • Plenty of bars, restaurants and nightlife on the doorstep
  • Water parks, boat trips and golf nearby
  • Good-value hotels and apartments, as well as luxury stays

Playa de las Américas vs nearby resorts

Playa de las Américas sits in the middle of a continuous stretch of resorts linked by one long promenade, so you can easily explore its neighbours.

ResortAtmosphereBest for
Playa de las AméricasLively and busy, with a wide choice of bars, shops and nightlifeFamilies, groups of friends, value and variety
Costa AdejeMore upmarket and relaxed, with smart promenades and large resort hotelsCouples, luxury breaks, families wanting a quieter base
Los CristianosTraditional town feel around a working harbour, calmer eveningsCouples, older travellers, winter sun stays, island hopping

Beaches in Playa de las Américas

Playa de Troya

The main beach, a golden sweep protected by breakwaters, with sunbeds, lifeguards in season and water sports from pedalos to jet skis. The promenade behind is lined with bars and restaurants.

Playa del Camisón

At the southern end of the resort, with soft sand, calm water and palm-lined gardens behind. A favourite with families and a more relaxed place to spend the day.

Playa de las Américas & El Bobo

The central beaches have darker sand and some of the island's best-known surf breaks, so this is the place to book a surf lesson or watch the experts.

Playa de las Vistas

A long, sandy beach that links Playa de las Américas with Los Cristianos. Wide, gently shelving and easy to reach along the seafront walk.

Things to do in Playa de las Américas

Families and kids

Siam Park, one of Europe's best-known water parks, is on the edge of the resort, and Aqualand is a short drive away. Monkey Park and Jungle Park are popular half-day trips, and the calm water at Camisón and Troya is ideal for little ones.

Couples and adults

Take a sunset catamaran or a whale and dolphin watching trip, as pilot whales live year-round off this coast. Play a round at Golf Las Américas, book a spa day at your hotel or enjoy a cocktail along the Golden Mile.

Day trips

Head up to Mount Teide National Park and take the cable car towards Spain's highest peak, or catch the ferry from Los Cristianos to the green island of La Gomera. The cliffs of Los Gigantes and the village of Masca are also within easy reach.

Shopping and evenings

The Golden Mile and the Safari centre have shops, cafés and restaurants for browsing in the evening. For nightlife, the Veronicas strip and Starco centre are home to bars, live music and clubs that stay open late.

Eating out

You will find everything from British breakfasts and Irish bars to Italian, Indian and steakhouse restaurants along the seafront and the Golden Mile. It is worth seeking out Canarian food too: papas arrugadas (salted wrinkly potatoes) with red and green mojo sauces, grilled local cheese and fresh fish of the day.

For seafood, wander along to the harbour in Los Cristianos or take a short taxi to La Caleta, a small fishing village in Costa Adeje with seafront restaurants. Many hotels here also offer all inclusive, which is handy for families.

Getting there

Fly to Tenerife South airport, with flights from airports across the UK all year round. The transfer to Playa de las Américas takes around 20 minutes, and taxis are metered and easy to find.

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Playa de las Américas FAQs

Is Playa de las Américas good for families?

Yes. The beaches are sheltered by breakwaters, so the water is usually calm for paddling, and Siam Park and Aqualand are close by. Many hotels have children's pools and kids' clubs. Families who want quieter evenings tend to choose hotels away from the Veronicas strip, towards Playa del Camisón or up by the golf course.

Is Playa de las Américas too lively?

It depends where you stay. The nightlife is concentrated around the Veronicas strip and the Starco centre, and hotels right beside them can be noisy late at night. Much of the resort is calmer than its reputation, particularly the southern end near Los Cristianos and the golf area inland.

Should I stay in Playa de las Américas or Costa Adeje?

Costa Adeje, just to the north, is generally more upmarket and quieter, with more five-star resorts. Playa de las Américas has more choice in the three and four-star range, more bars and nightlife and is usually better value. The two run into each other along the same promenade, so you can enjoy both.

Should I stay in Playa de las Américas or Los Cristianos?

Los Cristianos, to the south, grew from a fishing town and has a more relaxed, traditional feel with a busy harbour. Playa de las Américas is livelier with more entertainment. They are joined by the seafront walk and Playa de las Vistas, so it is easy to visit one from the other.

How far is Playa de las Américas from the airport?

Tenerife South airport is around 20 minutes away by road, roughly 18 km. It is one of the quickest transfers in the Canary Islands.

What is the best beach in Playa de las Américas?

Playa de Troya is the main beach, with golden sand, sunbeds and water sports. Playa del Camisón is calmer and popular with families, and Playa de las Vistas, shared with Los Cristianos, is long and sandy. Surfers head for the breaks near Playa de las Américas beach and El Bobo.

Can you walk to Siam Park from Playa de las Américas?

From hotels at the northern end of the resort it is a walk of around 15 to 20 minutes. From elsewhere a short taxi ride or the park's free bus is easier.

What is the weather like in winter?

The south of Tenerife is warm all year. Winter daytime temperatures are typically around 20 to 23°C with plenty of sunshine, which is why the resort is popular from October to April. Summer is hotter, usually in the high 20s.

Is Playa de las Américas hilly?

The seafront and the main hotel area are mostly flat and easy to walk. Hotels by the golf course are further inland, so the walk back from the beach is longer and uphill.

Are there adults-only hotels in Playa de las Américas?

Yes. Options include Ole Tropical Tenerife, H10 Gran Tinerfe and Coral Suites & Spa. Call us on 01904 767511 if you would like help choosing.

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