Is Playa Blanca safe at night?

Also, it's recommended to only use licensed taxis or transportation services and to avoid walking alone at night (outside the hotels). Playa Blanca is a popular destination for tourists and with some common sense and safety precautions, visitors can enjoy a safe and enjoyable trip.



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Pickpockets in Lanzarote Since Lanzarote is an important tourist destination and one of the most visited islands in the Canaries, the place also tends to attract pickpockets, so be very careful with your purse and your documents, especially when you are in crowded places like markets and when you are on the beach.

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In other words, if you visit Spain for a short period of time without having a residence permit, whether your country of origin required you to apply for a tourist visa or not, you can stay for a maximum of 90 days before you actually have to leave or obtain a legal residence permit.

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The tap water in Lanzarote is safe to drink from the mains, but it doesn't taste very good, because it's desalinated sea water. So most people who live here buy large containers of water from the supermarkets with their weekly shopping.

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Puerto Calero - This marina town is known for its luxury yachts, designer stores, and upscale restaurants. This area would have the greatest concentration of super high-end homes and has a very private community feel to it.

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Wear a sun hat to protect the top of your head, the back of your neck and your face from the sun. Limit the number of hours you spend in full sun, particularly between 11am and 3pm.

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Crime in general increased on Lanzarote last year, although figures remained below the level in 2019, the last year before the pandemic. 6,403 crimes were reported in 2022, over half of which fell under the category “Other criminal offences”, which does not include more serious crimes.

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Playa Blanca is a town that belongs to the municipality of Yaiza, with more than 11,000 inhabitants. Currently, it is considered the third tourist destination on the island, due to its variety of hotels and restaurants, its marina and its incredible beaches.

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Playa Blanca's Nightlife is whatever you make it – from low-key live entertainment to more upbeat bars and music venues, if you're looking for the clubbing scene Puerto Del Carmen is a more suitable option – we've rounded up the top spots to dance the night away.

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Where is the 'Posh Part' of Lanzarote?
  • Puerto Calero - This marina town is known for its luxury yachts, designer stores, and upscale restaurants. ...
  • Playa Blanca - This resort town in the south of the island has a wide range of high-end accommodations, including luxury villas, boutique hotels, and spa resorts.


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And if you wonder which is the warmest side of Lanzarote, the answer is always south. Head to the southern part of the island for warmer weather as coasts are sheltered from the winds. Contrarily, the northern part of Lanzarote is usually a bit colder and cloudier due to the trade winds.

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LANZAROTE'S SEWER SYSTEM IS FRAGILE AND REQUIRES ALL RESIDENTS TO TAKE CARE WHEN USING THE TOILETS. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU DO NOT FLUSH TOILET PAPER, SANITARY PRODUCTS OR WIPES DOWN THE TOILET. PLEASE USE THE BINS PROVIDED IN EACH BATHROOM THEN DISPOSE OF THEM AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE.

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Lanzarote is a relatively pest free environment, although during the hotter months you can expect there to be flies and mosquitoes. The best way to deal with the latter is to invest in a plug-in mosquito repellent, which should rid you of any night-time visitors.

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You must be careful when swimming on the beaches of Lanzarote, there are some that have dangerous waters due to strong underwater currents. Among them Famara and El Golfo.

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