Los Cristianos, Playa de las Americas or Costa Adeje are among the most popular locations every tourist heads to. Located in the southwest of Tenerife, these resorts will provide you with the best experience on the island.
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Puerto de la Cruz - is the main tourist resort of the north of the island, and before the motorway and new airport in the south, was the largest holiday resort on Tenerife. Its history dates back as a small fishing village and port to the larger town of La Orotava.
Costa Adeje simply means Adeje's coast, Adeje being the municipality which administers the area. Playa de las Américas, on the other hand, is part of neighbouring Arona municipality. The border between the two is the Barranco del Rey which reaches the coast between C.C. Veronicas and Playa Troya II.
Santa Cruz is the capital of Tenerife, and its central point is the Plaza de España, an enormous square around which there are several monuments, the island's Government, restaurants, shops, and a huge lake.
Costa Adeje Tenerife, despite being relatively new, is one of the most popular resorts on the island. Two beaches and a great variety of food and entertainment should leave everyone satisfied. Puerto de la Cruz would be the choice for those looking to experience what the island of Tenerife really is about.
The south is more sunny, dryer and warmer than the north, which is why most holidaymakers opt for this part of the island. However, rainfall can also occur there, as the microclimate is still very different in the south.
The southern municipalities of Adeje and Arona saw the highest demand for real estate on Tenerife in 2022. Prices here also continued to rise. With average asking prices of just under 4,000 euros/m2, Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas are the most expensive areas in the Canary Islands.
There's nowhere better to start your search for the best Tenerife nightlife than Playa de Las Américas. The undisputed party capital of the island, this port town and beach resort lines its streets with amazing cocktail bars and taverns.
Best Areas in TenerifeIf you're in a hurry or just want a quick overview, here it is: Playa de las Américas – resort area with a beach, city & nightlife ??? Costa Adeje – best area for luxury hotels & tranquil ambiance ?? El Médano – intriguing area with bohemian vibes & surf-spots ?????
For me, Playa del Duque is the best Costa Adeje Beach. It's in a little cove, meaning the water is gentle and has gorgeous soft sand, a great view across the coast and lots of fabulous beach cafes and bars along the pedestrianised promenade.
While Costa Adeje is one of the most touristy towns on the island, it's among the best places to visit in Tenerife south, and we loved spending time here.
When it comes to clubs, the Costa Adeje nightlife is bound to get you up and dancing all night long. There are venues playing music to suit virtually every taste, from dance and techno, to reggae and rock. For a night out that'll have you feeling like an A-list celebrity, head on down to the Faro Chill Art Bar.
Puerto de la Cruz - is the main tourist resort of the north of the island, and before the motorway and new airport in the south, was the largest holiday resort on Tenerife. Its history dates back as a small fishing village and port to the larger town of La Orotava.
Playa de las Américas, particularly in the area around Las Verónicas, is a loud and brash resort, not to everyone's taste. Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje are quieter, more sedate areas, attracting a more mature crowd of holidaymakers.
In place of the usual touristy bars that you'll find in the nearby Playa de las Americas, Cost Adeje nightlife consists of atmospheric cocktail bars, dress-to-impress nightclubs, and impressively-kitsch karaoke bars.
Areas to AvoidBecause of its volcanic background, most beaches in Tenerife are volcanic with black sand which can be hot under the feet. If you're after a traditional sandy beach head to Los Cristianos and leave the southern resorts alone. Playa la Arena is also notorious for pickpockets.
Playa de la ArenaThis small resort town is located south of Los Gigantes in the south west of the island. It boasts one of the best climates and hours of sunshine in Tenerife.
The south coast beaches like Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos thrum with beach-goers, but those in the know go north instead for a slice of proper coastal wilderness and fewer crowds. Some of the best northern beaches are terrifically secluded, so much so that you can only reach them on foot or by boat.
January is peak cold and wet time in Tenerife, if you want to avoid the wettest month but equally not suffer high temperatures or high prices the best time for you to go is between March and June.
Cheaper timesThe cheapest months include March, April, May (excluding the Easter period), October and November. The temperature in Tenerife rarely dips below 18°C in these months, so sightseeing, hiking and other activities are all still possible – and there will be fewer people on the beaches.
The sunniest part of the north coast is Santa Ursula, La Victoria, La Matanza, El Sauzal and Tacoronte that lead the way to Santa Cruz, also located on the northeast corner of Tenerife: all of them with about 2900 hours of sunshine.