Photo of Playa del Medio with gray sand & rocks surface

Photo of Playa del Medio with blue pure water surface

Photo of Playa del Medio with spacious multi bays

Photo of Playa del Medio with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Playa del Medio located in natural area

5.9

Pleasant

Playa del Medio

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa del Medio?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa del Medio.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Jardin Tecina is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Playa del Medio?

There are 166 places to stay in the Playa del Medio area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa del Medio include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=241026&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Jardin Tecina</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1307059&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pension La Gaviota</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3976729&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Rural Imada</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6888532&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Cabezo</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=16737&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamentos Bellavista Gomera</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=272502&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamentos Martell</a></li></ul>

Playa de Santiago, Spain

#286 out of 519 in Canary Islands

5.9

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

San Juanito • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Jardin Tecina

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Club Laurel

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Bar Tarajal

8.2 - Very good 1.4km

Restaurant Bar Terraza La Chalana

8.8 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Tasca Enyesque

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant La Tasquita Ifis

7.4 - Good 1.7km

Restaurant Bodegón del Mar

7 - Good 1.8km

Restaurant Restaurante Pizzeria La Marea

8.2 - Very good 1.8km

Restaurant Restaurant Playa

9.2 - Excellent 1.9km

Hiking Area Playa de Cascante

1.3km

Hiking Area Seima

3.9km

Hiking Area Monumento Natural Barranco del Cabrito

4.5km

Hiking Area La Amargura

4.6km

National Park Barranco del Cabrito

4.8km

Park Drago de Agalán

7.6km

National Park Reventón Oscuro

9.9km

Tourist Attraction Arco de Chinguarime

90m

Tourist Attraction Eras Park

8.2 - Very good 1km

Tourist Attraction Gomera Walking

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Roque Santa Cruz

1.6km

Tourist Attraction WEBCAM LIVE Alajeró, playa Santiago

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Barranco Santiago La Gomera

9.4 - Excellent 4.3km

Tourist Attraction Barranco de Guarimiar

8.4 - Very good 5km

Tourist Attraction Ipalan Trekking La Gomera

9.6 - Exceptional 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Iglesia de El Salvador

9.4 - Excellent 6.4km

Historical Landmark Torre del Conde

8.3km

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About

Playa del Medio is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 122th place out of 242 beaches in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife region 80.2 km away from its center, the city of Santa Ursula. It is one of the beaches of San Juanito settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious several bays coastline with crystal blue water and gray sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Playa del Medio coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Tapachuga, which has a rating of 7.6.

Playa del Medio (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) is located outside the San Juanito settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the La Gomera and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Playa del Medio with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

6.3 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

San Juanito • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Jardin Tecina

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Club Laurel

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Bar Tarajal

8.2 - Very good 1.4km

Restaurant Bar Terraza La Chalana

8.8 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Tasca Enyesque

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant La Tasquita Ifis

7.4 - Good 1.7km

Restaurant Bodegón del Mar

7 - Good 1.8km

Restaurant Restaurante Pizzeria La Marea

8.2 - Very good 1.8km

Restaurant Restaurant Playa

9.2 - Excellent 1.9km

Hiking Area Playa de Cascante

1.3km

Hiking Area Seima

3.9km

Hiking Area Monumento Natural Barranco del Cabrito

4.5km

Hiking Area La Amargura

4.6km

National Park Barranco del Cabrito

4.8km

Park Drago de Agalán

7.6km

National Park Reventón Oscuro

9.9km

Tourist Attraction Arco de Chinguarime

90m

Tourist Attraction Eras Park

8.2 - Very good 1km

Tourist Attraction Gomera Walking

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Roque Santa Cruz

1.6km

Tourist Attraction WEBCAM LIVE Alajeró, playa Santiago

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Barranco Santiago La Gomera

9.4 - Excellent 4.3km

Tourist Attraction Barranco de Guarimiar

8.4 - Very good 5km

Tourist Attraction Ipalan Trekking La Gomera

9.6 - Exceptional 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Iglesia de El Salvador

9.4 - Excellent 6.4km

Historical Landmark Torre del Conde

8.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1km from the beach

6.7 Good

Casa Cabezo

Entire Villa

Igualero • 870m from center

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1.1km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Hotel Jardin Tecina

Hotel

Igualero • 660m from center

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1.4km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Apartamentos Bellavista Gomera

Entire Apartment

Igualero • 330m from center

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1.5km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Villa Pueblo Don Thomas

Entire Villa

Igualero • 860m from center

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1.8km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Junonia Maritimo

Entire Apartment

Igualero • 820m from center

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1.8km from the beach

8 Very good

Holiday House Always Sun

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Juanito • 760m from center

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1.8km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Apartamentos Martell

Entire Apartment

Igualero • 730m from center

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1.8km from the beach

8 Very good

Pension La Gaviota

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Igualero • 880m from center

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2.1km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Villa Altos de Santiago

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

San Juanito • 1km from center

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7.8km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Hotel Rural Imada

Hotel

Igualero • 7.2km from center

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9.7km from the beach

8.3 Very good

Villa Carmela

Entire House

Igualero • 9.1km from center

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Casa Angel y Carmen (La Dama, La Gomera)

11.9km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Casa Angel y Carmen (La Dama, La Gomera)

Lodge

Igualero • 10.7km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.1 (Pleasant)

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Nearest Beaches

410m 6 min walk

Connected beach

Playa de Tapachuga Playa de Tapachuga

7.6 Very good

2km 26 min walk

Playa de Santiago Playa de Santiago

4.9 Tolerable

4.7km

Playa de El Cabrito Playa de El Cabrito

6.8 Good

5.4km

Playa de Ereses Playa de Ereses

5.8 Pleasant

6.4km

Playa de la Guancha Playa de la Guancha

4.1 Frustrating

8.7km

Playa San Sebastian Playa San Sebastian

6.8 Good

9km

Factoria de pescado beach Factoria de pescado beach

5 Tolerable

9.5km

Playa de la Cueva Playa de la Cueva

8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

San Juanito • 1.2km

Main locality of province

Santa Ursula • 80.2km

Transport

Airport

GMZ • 3.4km

Bus Station

Estación de guaguas de Alajeró • 6.6km

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5.9 Pleasant

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5.9 Pleasant

Miles Miller

8 Very good

I've been to Playa del Medio four times, all of which I spent in Hotel Jardin Tecina. It's a 40-minute walk from the hotel to the beach, but you can also rent a bike or drive if you prefer. The road is quite narrow in some areas, so you have to be careful when passing other cars. The beach has a rather laid-back atmosphere and the people there are friendly. You can sunbathe on the pebbles that have been warmed by the sun, or go for a swim (some people go nude, while others wear swimsuits). If you want to sunbathe nude, there are a few semi-circle wind breaks made from pebbles that provide a bit of privacy. Lizards also live among the pebbles and you can feed them with bananas or apples. Just be careful, as they may mistake your fingers for fruit. On windy days, the waves and currents

March 2023

Adam Smith

6 Pleasant

I have had the pleasure of visiting Playa del Medio on four occasions while in La Gomera. Hotel Jardin Tecina is only a 40 minute walk away, but you can also hire a bike or drive. The road is a bit narrow in some places, so caution is advised when passing other cars. There is a small carpark where camper vans park up. The beach has a laid-back atmosphere and everyone is so friendly. The sun-warmed pebbles are perfect for sunbathing, and you can choose to wear a swimsuit or not. There are even semi-circle wind breaks made from pebbles for those who want a bit of privacy. There are also lizards living among the pebbles that you can feed with bananas and apples. Just be careful as they may mistake your fingers for fruit! When the wind is strong, the waves and currents can be quite strong, so you may want

March 2023

Haley Foote

8 Very good

This secluded beach is like a little corner of paradise, with the sun shining down and not a care in the world. The added bonus is that there is no mobile coverage, allowing you to truly get away from it all. The sand is a beautiful golden hue and the shoreline is lined with gray fine pebbles, making for a perfect day of relaxation.

March 2023

Miguel F

8 Very good

The last part of the route is a single track road with few, if any, opportunities to pass. The parking is limited, so you'd better arrive early. made up of stones and black sand, so if you're looking for a soft, sandy surface this isn't the place for you. The pebbles in the shallows can be a bit of a nuisance, as they will wash over your feet and potentially cause cuts. There were two camper vans and a couple of small tents when we arrived - a popular spot to get a nice tan! Busier than we expected, but it's a great place to spend the day.

March 2023

Jenna Fenton

8 Very good

The beach has large pebbles instead of sand, and the road access is narrow with few places to pass on the winding curves.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Playa del Medio?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa del Medio?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa del Medio, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa del Medio good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Playa del Medio does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Playa del Medio good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa del Medio secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Playa del Medio?

Playa del Medio can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Wild camping lovers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa del Medio?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa del Medio.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Jardin Tecina is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa del Medio?

There are 166 places to stay in the Playa del Medio area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa del Medio include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Playa del Medio from parking?

The Playa del Medio has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa del Medio?

There are 4 attractions near Playa del Medio that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Arco de Chinguarime located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa del Medio?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa del Medio is September. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 19°C and water 20°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa del Medio (La Gomera) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa del Medio (La Gomera) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.