Is Puerto del Carmen very hilly?

Puerto del Carmen As the resort is basically built across the sea front, there can be a bit of a hill climb to some of them so may not be suitable to less abled people. The old town is also particularly hilly whilst the other end of the strip, towards Matagorda tends to be flatter.



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Lanzarote has 300 volcanos so a large part of it is very hilly however, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise are both situated right on the coast.

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Puerto Del Carmen is nothing like Blackpool.

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Puerto del Carmen is a lively and bustling resort that's popular with party-goers and families alike. The town has a vibrant nightlife scene, with plenty of bars and nightclubs that stay open late into the night.

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Playa Blanca is slightly warmer than the other resorts as well. I've stayed in the three main resorts over the years, but I don't like PDC or CT. Everyone wants and likes different things, so it all depends what you want out of your time on the island. Thanks Mike.

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Most of Lanzarote nightlife is concentrated on the southern coast, where you can visit clubs and cocktail bars in Puerto del Carmen. This is where you'll find one of the Canary Islands' party hotspots, Avenida de las Playas, where you can dance the night away to everything from hardcore house to glam disco.

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In 1957, the small fishing village was renamed Puerto del Carmen, in honour of Nuestra Señora del Carmen. The promenade known as Avenida de las Playas contains many restaurants, shops, bars and casinos. From the coast it has been extending inland, up to a distance of approximately one kilometre.

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Lanzarote airport and Puerto del Carmen are 9.5 km by road. You can get there by taxi or by taking a shared shuttle.

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Puerto del Carmen has some of the best and most dependable weather in Lanzarote. Its close to the airport and has lots of nice beaches.

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Puerto del Carmen has the busiest vibe and that incredible long Strip. Costa Teguise has a more laid back, surfy feel, and feels more Spanish, as well as being more compact. Playa Blanca is quieter than either and feels a little more upmarket, but it's very spread out.

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The weather in Lanzarote varies across the island due to its two mountain ranges, and with the mountains blocking the majority of the trade winds from the northeast, the southern part of the island is typically drier and hotter than the northern region.

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Lanzarote's largest resort area has much to offer visitors—in addition to the fine beaches, you'll find casinos, great shopping, and tons of restaurant options. Puerto Del Carmen's nightclubs and large hotels are a big draw for a youthful European crowd.

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The best beaches with little wind in Lanzarote
  • Playa Grande. It is situated to the north of Puerto Calero and is also known as Playa Blanca; it is the best known and most beautiful beach in Puerto del Carmen, one of the best beaches in Lanzarote. ...
  • Playa Quemada. ...
  • Playa Papagayo. ...
  • Famara Beach.


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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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The warmest water temperature is in September with an average around 72.9°F / 22.7°C. The coldest month is February with an average water temperature of 65.5°F / 18.6°C.

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Playa Grande This beach is located in Puerto del Carmen, this is the first tourist area of the island. It is a familiar option with calm waters, ideal to have a good time in the water swimming.

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The Old Town Harbour is where Puerto del Carmen originally started. Before tourism arrived in Lanzarote local residents lived from the abundance of fish in the sea.

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Its 6 km follows the coastline from the main big beach in the centre of the new town through to the beaches of Los Pocillos and Matagorda.

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