Playa de Las Americas is the main resort of Tenerife. Playa de Las Americas - the main resort of Tenerife Swimming and relaxing on the beaches

The Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean have rightfully earned the status of an elite vacation among tourists who prefer the best of the large seven inhabited islands - Tenerife. For two decades now Playa de Las Americas holds the palm among Tenerife resorts.

History of the resort

In the early 70s, the north of the island could no longer cope with the increasing number of tourists from year to year, who were attracted by the island’s beautiful lush vegetation, healing sea air and evening walks along the wide promenade.

The government of Tenerife very quickly saw that tourism brought income to the city municipality, but the north of the island, with its choppy ocean, cloudiness and unpredictable precipitation, did not allow travelers to be received year-round.

Their gaze turned to the south, where the mountain range did not allow the cold trade winds to pass through and it rained only a few times a year. At that time, the south of Tenerife was a semi-desert with rare bushes of Canarian milkweed, which learned to exist without moisture among the stones, and several small settlements of fishermen.

The government faced a difficult task: to build hotels of various categories and create good infrastructure. Spanish and foreign investors were attracted to implement the project of transforming an abandoned strip of coast into a modern resort. This was facilitated by the appearance of an international airport 20 km from the future city, which was inaugurated in 1978 by Queen Sofia herself. For several years the airport bore the name of the Spanish Queen, until it was renamed Tenerife International Airport – South.

The city with numerous hotels, bars, restaurants, entertainment centers was built specifically for vacationers in just two decades and was named Playa de las Americas, which means “beach of America” in Spanish. Thus, the Spaniards emphasized the great feat of Columbus and his team, who discovered America. As a rule, local residents do not live in this city, but only come to work from all over the island.

Today the resort town stretches along the coast for 6 km and is visited by millions of tourists from Europe. Only 3% of the total number of tourists at the height of the season are residents of Russia. But many hotels, shopping centers and entertainment venues have recently hired Russian-speaking employees. It has also become the norm in many restaurants and bars to bring menus to customers in Russian.

“Island of Volcanoes” - this name was assigned to the island, on whose territory in the 18th century there were a series of destructive eruptions that destroyed ¼ of the surface of the entire island.

Territorial division

In the eastern part, the busiest and most crowded with many clubs and discos, young people like to spend their holidays.

On the territories of both zones there are 7 artificial beaches with imported fine sand of gray shades. All beaches are protected from the high waves of the Atlantic Ocean by stone piers. For many tourists, stone barriers become a convenient place for fishing.

On the shore you can always rent umbrellas, sun loungers, and also ride on jet skis, banana boats, “tablets”, catamarans, speedboats and snow-white yachts. But in addition to the standard beach service, loud sellers are briskly selling fruit on the beach and Chinese masseuses are offering their services.

Beaches and hotels of Playa de Las Americas

The best beach on the coast of the entire resort is Playa del Duque - Playa del Duque.

It is rightfully considered the first number, since it is very clean, beautiful and a decent crowd relaxes here.

The locals themselves choose this beach as their weekend destination.

Its length is about 450m and its width is 90m.

Renting 1 sun lounger will cost 6€, 1 umbrella – 6.70€ and use of an indoor shower and toilet – 2.20€.

Hotels located near the beach:

BAHIA DEL DUQUE 5*

The hotel was opened in 1993. and has an area of ​​120 thousand square meters, on which there are 21 individually decorated mansions and luxury villas, numerous parks, gardens, 8 swimming pools with fresh and sea water, 10 bars, its own astronomical observatory, an exclusive SPA center, conference rooms, 3 floodlit tennis courts, 2 squash courts, children's playground.

The exclusive sector consists of four mansions called Casas Ducales - “Houses of the Dukes”, where additional services are provided such as: a separate entrance, butler service, reading room, newspapers in the room, wardrobe service, etc.

RIU ARECAS 4*

The hotel is located 400 meters from the beach and is famous for the highest level of service. There are 371 rooms in several three- and five-story buildings. On the territory there is a playground, 2 fresh water swimming pools and 1 children's pool, which are heated in winter.

There is also daytime animation and evening shows.

ALTAMIRA 3 keys

The aparthotel is one large seven-story building located on the first line of the ocean. On its territory there is a children's pool, a heated pool, a supermarket, a restaurant and a bar.

The club offers a choice of 3 types of apartments: one-room studios, apartments with a living room and two or one bedrooms.

Evening shows, daytime animation, and entertainment on the children's playground will entertain hotel guests.

Also among the hotels located near the fashionable beach, we should mention:

Sheraton la Caleta 5*

El Mirador 5*

Gran Tacande 5*

Riu Don Miguel Adults Only Hotel

Jardines del Sol By Diamond Resorts

El Beril 3 keys

Playa Torviscas/Fanabe

The largest beach of the entire resort is divided into 2 halves: Playa Fanabe and Playa Torviscas and has a length of 930m and a width of 60m.

The beach infrastructure is well developed here and there are many water activities and attractions for children. There are several kiosks on the beach, and beyond there is a shopping arcade with shops and restaurants.

1 sunbed with an umbrella costs 1 €, two sunbeds + an umbrella cost 15 €, use of an open or closed shower costs 1.20 €, and a toilet costs 0.50 €.

Near the beach there are such popular hotels as:

• JARDINES DE NIVARIA 5*. The hotel opened in 1997, and its grounds are decorated with lush tropical vegetation, waterfalls and fountains. There are 2 adult pools, 1 children's pool, an outdoor jacuzzi and a children's playground.
  A gym, sauna and steam bath are included in the price.
  Guests are offered 6 types of rooms: 172 doubles, 73 junior suites, 11 suites, 8 super suites, 1 presidential and 2 royal suites.
• BAHIA PRINCESS 4*. Opened in 1999, 250m from Playa Fanabe beach. 2 five-story buildings with 279 rooms are designed in a luxurious colonial style.
• PARQUE DEL SOL 3 keys. A cozy aparthotel located 300m from the beach and ideal for family holidays. Guests have at their disposal a large swimming pool with a children's section, a jacuzzi, a gym, a children's playground, and mini golf.
  There is a large supermarket "Giperdino" 150m from the hotel.

There are also other hotels near the beach:

• Anthelia 5*
• Torviscas Playa 4*
• Esmeralda Playa 4*
• Guayarmina Princess 4*
• Sunwing Resort Fanabe 4*
• Colon Guanahani 4*
• Fanabe Costa Sur 4*
• Los Olivos 3 keys
• Sol Sun Beach 3 keys
• Royal Sunset Beach 3 keys
• Yucca Park 3 keys
• Los Brezos 3 keys
• Pueblo Torviscas 3 keys

Beach Playa de Puerto Colon with a length of 250 m and a width of up to 50 m, it is especially popular among couples with children, since there are almost no waves here and the coastal zone warms up greatly.

The downside is the close location of the port and poor water circulation due to fencing with stone piers, which has a bad effect on the purity of the water.

There is a shopping center and many restaurants near the beach.

A sun lounger and an umbrella will cost 4€. Jumping on a children's water inflatable toy "Iceberg" costs 10€ unlimited time and 5€/hour.

There are no 5-star beaches near the beach, only “four” and “three”:

• La Pinta 4*
• Flamingo Suites 4*
• La Nina 4*
• Flamingo Club 3*
• Pueblo Torviscas 3 keys
• Santa Maria 3*
• Las Carabelas 3*
• Los Hibiscos 3*
• Los Geranios 3*, etc.

– an excellent choice for family travel. There are many resorts for different tastes, but for holidays with children it is better to give preference to the seaside of Catalonia - Costa de Barcelona Maresme.

The kids will be delighted to visit the Port Aventura theme park, which is combined with the recently built Costa Caribe water park.

If you have not yet decided on a vacation spot, ours should help in this matter.

The length of the small beach is 150m, its width is 60m. Sun beds and umbrellas cost 6€, there is no toilet.

On its territory there are water activities and a kiosk.

Famous for the fact that the very first hotel of the resort is located near it Gran Tinerfe (1971), the so-called local “grandfather”.

H10 GRAN TINERFE 4*

The hotel is one 11-story building with 310 rooms. On its territory there are 3 fresh water swimming pools, 1 children's pool, 3 bars and 1 mini-club for children (open only during holidays). There is a casino in the hotel building.

Also near the beach are the following hotels:

• Jardin Tropical 4*
• Bouganville Playa 4*
• Club Villamar 2 keys
• Copacabana 2 keys
• Bungamerica 2 keys
• Parque las Americas 2 keys
• Acapulco 2 keys

Playa de Troya

Beach with a length of 400m and a width of about 80m located in the noisiest part of the city, near the hot street Veronikas. It is especially loved by English youth, as there are very high waves in the ocean due to improperly designed barrier breakwaters and there are water activities.

Sun loungers and umbrellas cost 3€, use of an indoor shower costs 1.5€.

There are several budget apartments near the beach:

• Paradero 2 keys
• Hacienda del Sol 2 keys
• Palm Beach Club 2 keys
• Bungamerica 2 keys
• Paraiso del Sol 2 keys

Playa Honda, with a length of 250 m and a width of up to 45 m, can hardly be called an ordinary beach, since the area is not landscaped and there are simply umbrellas with sun loungers (6 € per set).

The entry into the ocean is rocky, so couples with children do not relax here.

This is a favorite spot for surfers as there is a surf school here, and there are always big waves in the ocean.

Hotels near the beach:

• Europe Villa Cortes 5*
• Conquistador 4*
• La Siesta 4*
• Las Palmeras 4*
• Park Club Europe 3*
• Parque Cristobal 3*
• Paraiso Royal 3 keys
• Parque Santiago I 3 keys
• Parque Santiago II 3 keys
• Los Cardones 3 keys

Playa del Camison is 370m long and up to 40m wide recommended for families with children.

It is perfectly protected from the waves, and along the pedestrian promenade there are many beautiful well-groomed palm trees.

Prices for accommodation in local hotels are quite affordable, but the quality of service does not suffer from this and is at a traditionally high level.

Tourists have water activities, outdoor showers, toilets and beach kiosks at their disposal.

A set of sunbeds with umbrellas costs 6€.

Hotels near the beach:

MEDITERRANEAN PALACE 5*

It is 1 large 6-story semicircular building with 535 rooms of various types. Decorated in a Mediterranean architectural style with a predominance of blues and blues with marble staircases, cylindrical columns and graceful statues.

It has a huge heated swimming pool with a children's section and a nudist pool on the roof. Attractive to tourists with affordable prices and high service.

CLEOPATRA PALACE 4*

It is located on the first coastline and, together with the Marco Antonio Palace and Julio Cesar Palace hotels, forms a complex in the shape of a kind of letter “P”. 199 rooms are located on four floors of the building.

On the territory there is a “Roman” pool, surrounded by statues and columns, in the center of which there is a cool fountain and a jacuzzi.

There are also hotels near the beach:

• Europe Villa Cortes 5*
• Sir Anthony 5*
• Vulcano 4*
• Parque la Paz 3*
• Compostela Beach 3 keys
• Andorra 3*
• Park Club Europe 3*
• Tenerife Royal Garden 3 keys, etc.

Water activities in Playa de Las Americas

In addition to a beach holiday in the central part of Playa de Las Americas you can take boat trips on yachts, catamarans, and also go deep-sea fishing on small specially equipped boats from Puerto Colon - the port of refuge for all sports and pleasure boats.

The name Puerto Colon translates as “Port of Columbus”, named after the great navigator who visited the Canary Islands in 1492. on the way to the future America.

At this port, Water Sports & Charters offers a wide range of water activities, including water skiing, motorbiking, kayaking, parasailing, diving, fishing and boat excursions, which typically include dolphin and whale watching. .

Special attention deserves an underwater motorcycle, which is a moped with a spacesuit helmet attached. Within 25 minutes, those interested dive several meters into the ocean and move on a motorcycle along the rocky bottom.



There are also two water parks within the city.

Siam Park, opened in 2008, located at Costa Adeje, salida 29, autopista TFE 1 dirección Sur.

The cost of 1 ticket for adults is 33 €, for children from 3 to 11 years old – 22 €.

It is profitable to buy one ticket to visit two water parks, the cost of which for adults is 56 €, for children – 37.50 €.

In the “summer” season from May 1 to October 31, the park is open from 10:00 to 18:00, in the “winter” – from 10:00 to 17:00.

In it, Christopher Kissling managed to recreate the atmosphere of Siam, a fabulous Thai kingdom, combining the best ideas that he gleaned while traveling in Cambodia and Thailand.

Visitors are delighted by the 30-meter Tower of Power slide with a glass corridor that passes through an aquarium with exotic fish. The almost vertical downhill slide attracts thrill-seekers.

Also among the attractions worth mentioning:

• Wave Palace– an amazingly beautiful beach with golden sand and a pool with giant waves that can accommodate 1,200 people
• Lost City– the water town is full of various structures and mystical mysteries
• The Volcano– the laser show imitates a volcanic eruption and is truly breathtaking even for experienced tourists
• The Dragon– a water attraction with endless turns and an increasing pace of movement
• Jungle Snake– in the heart of the jungle there are endless and ornate roller coaster turns
• The Giant– the slide develops a truly gigantic speed

No less attractive Aqualand water park, located at Avenida de Austria, 15 – 38660 COSTA ADEJE, 2 km from the resort center.

In total, there are 15 attractions located on the vast territory of the water park, including: TWISTER RACER, Super Slalom, Trampolín, Spiral, Crazy Race, Twister, Tornado, Kamikaze etc. There is also a dolphinarium here.

A visit to a show with trained dolphins is already included in the price of the water park ticket.(for adults 20 €, for children aged 5 to 10 years – 13.75 €, 3-4 years – 8.00 €).
There is free parking near the water park.

Shops in Playa de Las Americas

After water activities you can visit a huge number of small department stores with a wide range of beach goods. Some even work at night.

• A decent supermarket with low prices for food and hygiene products – "Mercadona"
• farmers market located at Agromercado Adeje, 6 km from the resort center and open on weekends from 9:00 to 13:00
• Fans of thorough shopping should go to capital of Tenerife - Santa Cruz, which is located 80 km from the resort

Restaurants, bars, pubs

You can take an evening stroll along the 6-kilometer wide promenade embankment and sit in a restaurant or pub, where there is a cultural program with Freddie Mercury or Elvis Presley singing.

It is difficult to find real Canarian cuisine in such restaurants, since they mainly serve European dishes: steaks, pizza, sandwiches.

Excellent food is prepared in hotel restaurants (for example, El Patio at the Jardin Tropical Hotel).

The cheapest option is McDonald's, where you can buy a set lunch for only 6€.

Concert hall


Many tourists definitely visit concert hall "Pyramid of Arona"(Piramide de Arona), a spectacular, pompous structure in the shape of a truncated pyramid, can be easily found on the border of the city with the small resort of Los Cristianos.

Its interior is similar to an ancient Greek temple.

Visitors here enjoy watching passionate and temperamental Spanish ballet, which bears little resemblance to classical ballet.

Bright and dynamic performances are an “explosive mixture” of flamenco and Spanish folk dances. The hall can accommodate 1,800 people and is equipped with the most modern audiovisual facilities.

While waiting for the performance, you can taste excellent classic French cuisine at the La Piramide restaurant.

Despite the fact that Playa de las Americas is considered a vacation spot for the elite public, tourists who choose economy class tours feel confident here.

Impressions from a holiday in January

Holidays at the resort of Playa de Las Americas in January are quite comfortable. The air temperature is around 20-25 degrees, sunny. Many people on the beaches not only sunbathe, but also swim, although, in my opinion, the water is cold at this time of year. In winter it is very pleasant to travel around the island, although in the center of Tenerife, in the area of ​​​​the Teida volcano, roads may be blocked at this time of year due to snow and ice. Also in winter there is a high probability of strong winds or prolonged rain.

Why is it better to vacation in May?

Several years ago we vacationed in Las Americas in May, and it seemed to me that May was preferable for vacation than January. Firstly, in May the ocean is already warmer and the air temperature is higher, which allows you to spend time on the beach with great pleasure. Secondly, visiting water parks and water attractions also takes place in more comfortable conditions. I think that September and October should also be good months to visit the resort, since at this time of year there are fewer holidaymakers, but the good warm weather remains.

Vacation with children

Many parents with children fly to Tenerife in winter or early spring, when they want warmth and sun, and this is the right choice. Firstly, this is Europe, with appropriate service, food, shops, etc. There is no need to bring baby food, etc. with you. - You can buy everything here. Secondly, the flight from Moscow lasts only 7 hours, which is much less than to south-east Asia or the Caribbean islands. When traveling to the Canary Islands, you do not need to have special vaccinations and you don’t have to be afraid of exotic infections. Tenerife has a huge hotel base for every taste and budget, many apartments and aparthotels, which makes it easier to solve everyday problems that arise when vacationing with children. The developed infrastructure of the Playa de Las Americas resort makes it possible to visit interesting amusement parks and water parks with children.

Family holiday

Tenerife, to be honest, is mainly intended for family holidays; young people will find it a bit boring here. But married couples with or without children will feel comfortable here. Since often the main purpose of a trip to Las Americas is to relax on the beach, many families will already have enough wide sandy beaches and modern comfortable hotels to feel happy. Another point that vacationers like is the gastronomic component of their vacation. It's very tasty here. And for those families who cannot sit still, there is an opportunity to travel safely. Men can go fishing.

Recreation for the elderly

There are a lot of older Europeans in Playa de Las Americas. They are attracted by the fairly mild climate, the absence of sweltering heat, as well as many amenities that make life easier for older people. For example, all beaches in Las Americas are equipped with wheelchair ramps. In addition, the resort is quite calm; there are not many noisy young people here.

What to take with you on vacation?

On vacation, it is best to take casual clothes, comfortable shoes for traveling and hiking, swimsuits and swimming trunks, and sunscreen. Bring a light windbreaker with you in case of strong winds.

Where is the best place to stay?

Playa de Las Americas is a fairly respectable resort, so there are many 4-5 star hotels here. As a rule, they are located directly on the beach or very close to it. It often happens that the hotel is located on the shore, but not on the beach, so if you do not want to climb a mountain or walk 5-10 minutes to the nearest beach, carefully study this issue. The part of the city located closer to Playa de Los Cristianos is more developed in terms of entertainment and infrastructure, although, in principle, the distances here are not very large. Many families choose apartments, for example, Parque Santiago or Parque La Paz. Among budget hotels, Sol Tenerife is very good. As for expensive hotels, they usually fully correspond to the declared category, and you can choose any of them based on personal preferences or location.

What to do at the resort?

In addition to a beach holiday, Tenerife has many opportunities for entertainment. In close proximity to the resort there is one of the largest water parks in Europe - Siam Park, as well as the older one - Aqualand. There are also several animal and plant parks - Monkey Park, Eagle Park Jungl Park, Cactus Park. In the evening you can visit the Piamida Arona concert hall, which hosts musical theater performances that are very vibrant and dynamic. In some restaurants and clubs you can watch flamenco dancing. Lovers of sea walks can go on a yacht or catamaran, or go surfing. Those who have the time and desire for longer trips can visit the island's signature volcano, Teida, or the famous Loro Parrot Park.

The beaches in Las Americas are bays separated by breakwaters with gray sand. The sand is usually quite coarse, with small pebbles sometimes found. In general, not for everybody. The water, even in summer, is much cooler than in the Mediterranean Sea. There is a promenade along the beach, where there are numerous restaurants, bars and cafes. As a rule, there is a toilet on the beach. Part of the beach is occupied by sun loungers and umbrellas at a cost of 10-15 euros per set per day. Therefore, most vacationers use a portable umbrella and mats.

The bulk of the shops in Playa de Las Americas are concentrated in the area of ​​the Pyramid of Arona concert hall and next to the Bahia del Duque hotel. Prices for everything are resort prices, designed for tourists, i.e. tall. Therefore, if you want shopping to be more intelligent and interesting, then you should go to the capital of the island, Santa Cruz de Tenerife. There are several shopping centers here, as well as the El Corte Ingles department store.

Entertainment

In this section I would like to list prices for some popular entertainment in Las Americas. So, Siam Park water park. The entrance ticket price for an adult is 34 euros, for a child - 23 euros. The prices are the same in Loro Parque. If you buy a double ticket to visit these two parks, you will save 10 euros. Entrance to Jungle park costs 24 euros for adults and 17 for children. Climbing the funicular to the Teida volcano - 26 and 13 euros, respectively.

Pros of a holiday in Playa de Las Americas

The main advantage of the Playa de Las Americas resort is that you can come here at any time of the year and have a wonderful rest. It has all the necessary tourist infrastructure, a pleasant atmosphere, and a variety of entertainment. I like that the resort is calm and safe, the ocean is clean, and there is a lot of variety of entertainment at reasonable prices. And accommodation on the island is inexpensive.

Disadvantages of holidays in Playa de Las Americas

The disadvantages of a holiday in Playa de Las Americas include the 7-hour flight and often high prices for air tickets. Besides this, this is just a resort place, so if you don’t get out of it, you won’t see anything educational, authentic and typically Canarian.

Is it worth visiting Playa de Las Americas?

Of course, this is a place worth visiting. Firstly, it is the most developed and interesting island of the Canary archipelago. There is European service, a good climate and an interesting excursion program. As an alternative to Playa de Las Americas, you can consider the island of Gran Canaria. The resort has a lot of Russian-speaking staff, which makes it easier for tourists who do not speak foreign languages.

Las Americas, or Playa de las Americas, is the largest resort in the south of Tenerife and the most popular resort on the island. It is located 75 km from the capital of the island - the city of Santa Cruz.

The name Las Americas did not originate in connection with America, but in honor of the great navigator Christopher Columbus and his “colleague” Amerigo Vispucci.

The center of Las Americas, around the Sol Tenerife hotel, is the most “party” part of the resort. Most of the discos and clubs are located here, and the streets remain lively until late at night. The eastern part is quite crowded during the day and evening, but by midnight, as a rule, all establishments close and tourists go to their rooms.

In January and February, this fertile shore offers ideal conditions for swimming in the sea and sunbathing.

The coast of Las Americas is administratively divided into two areas, with a dry river bed serving as the conventional border between them. The western part is called Costa Adeje, the eastern part is Playa de las Americas. Nearby is the Los Cristianos area. Despite the official division, one area smoothly flows into another. And the conventional border between them is considered to be the small mountain Chiofita.

It's no wonder that Tenerife is called "the island with two faces." Its southern and northern sides, separated from each other by a mountain range, are so strikingly different, as if they were in different climatic zones. The mountains do not allow the cold eastern trade winds to pass through, protecting the south of the island (a popular resort area) from the surprises of nature. But at the same time, the north of the island is covered with dense greenery, while the south is more reminiscent of an arid desert.

How to get there

The island of Tenerife is the only one of all the Canary Islands where you can fly from Russia by direct flight. Regular charter flights to Reina Sofia International Airport are operated by VIM-Avia and S7; you will have to spend 7.5 hours in the air. With a transfer in Europe it will, of course, take longer. At the same time, the price is approximately the same for both direct flights and connecting flights: on average 170-480 EUR.

From the airport you can get to Las Americas (about 11 km) by bus, ticket price is 2-3 EUR. Other resorts can also be reached by bus: to Puerto de la Cruz - 9-15 EUR; to Santa Cruz - 8-13 EUR; to Los Gigantes - 5-6 EUR.

Near Playa de las Americas, in Los Cristianos, there is a small port from where ships depart, connecting the island of Tenerife with the neighboring islands of La Gomera and Gran Canaria. Most boat excursions also start from this port.

Prices on the page are as of November 2018.

Search for flights to Tenerife (the nearest airport to Las Americas)

Weather in Las Americas

In the north of Tenerife the temperature is several degrees lower, the ocean is choppy and the rainfall is unpredictable, while the south basks in the sun and prospers. The southern part of the island is dominated by a warm tropical climate, with temperatures throughout the year ranging from +21 °C to +30 °C. The area is arid and there is little precipitation.

But it is here that you can catch the sun, having fled to the other side of the globe, when winter comes in Russia. In January and February, this fertile shore offers ideal conditions for swimming in the sea and sunbathing.

3 things to do in Las Americas

1. After sacrificing one day of lying on the beach, go trekking in the Masca gorge (not far from neighboring Los Gigantes).
2. Refusing peaceful sleep one night, dancing until dawn at local discos.
3. With a wave of your hand at your slender figure, taste all the local delicacies and seafood dishes.

Beaches and entertainment in Las Americas

The resort's eight sandy beaches are protected from waves by stone barriers and allow comfortable swimming in the ocean throughout the year. The beaches on Las Americas are covered with fine black volcanic sand. They are all free, but various beach “equipment” such as an umbrella or awning will cost quite a lot. From the port of Puerto Colon, yachts and catamarans depart for boat trips, and small specially equipped boats go for deep-sea fishing.

The Aqualand water park, famous throughout the Canaries, is located in the very center of Las Americas. The entire range of water attractions for visitors of all ages is presented here, plus numerous swimming pools, sunbathing areas, cafes, etc. infrastructure. In 2008, another water park was built - Siam Park, modern, well-equipped, comfortable.

Maps of Las Americas

Las Americas Hotels

Almost all the resort hotels were built relatively recently and are distinguished by the highest level of technical equipment, comfort and service. The oldest hotel here is the Gran Tinerfe, built in 1971. Which, nevertheless, is still considered a very worthy “four”.

Married couples with children and lovers of silence are better off settling in the western part of the resort, which is considered quieter and more respectable.

Entertainment and attractions in Las Americas

The medieval castle of San Miguel is not only a magnificent example of a fortification from the times of Spanish rule, but also the cultural center of the island. Here you can see with your own eyes a medieval knightly tournament. Nearby is the traditional carnival "Fantasia Canaria" with a picturesque folklore and dance show.

Amazonia Park is a walk through the Brazilian jungle in miniature. A huge number of Brazilian butterflies and hummingbirds are collected here. No less interesting is the Cactus Park, which features a huge variety of cacti.

Panorama of Las Americas

Wildlife lovers will certainly enjoy the famous Eagle Park located near Las Americas. This is a real tropical jungle among lifeless rocks, inhabited by lions, orangutans, tigers, crocodiles, ostriches and various reptiles, as well as a “wild” tribe of Africans who dance their dances all day long to the sound of drums. And every day from 12 to 16 o'clock in the park there is a show of trained eagles, which gave the name to the park itself.

After looking at the local beauty, you can go from Las Americas to admire other attractions of the island: in the northern part of the island there is a complex of artificial lakes with sea water “Lago Martianez” in the city of Puerto de la Cruz, a thousand-year-old “Dragon” tree in the village of Icod de la Cruz. Los Vinos. The famous “landmark” of Tenerife is the picturesque Loro Parque.

Playa de las Amerikas is the largest and most popular resort in the south of Tenerife. Every year thousands of travelers choose this place for their vacation. And this is no coincidence, since it has an excellent combination of quality beaches, developed infrastructure and hotels of different levels. Let’s try to figure out how to organize your vacation in Las Americas in this article.

Even though we did not live in Playa de Las America, we were regular visitors. After all, the entire resort life of the island is concentrated in it. There is a large selection of restaurants, cafes, many supermarkets, shopping centers and small shops. There are many tour agencies in this resort. And most importantly, it is easy to get to any city on the island from here.

Playa de Las Americas is 20 km away. and 80 km. from the capital of the island, Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Like many resort towns, it is represented by leisure facilities and hotel complexes. On one side, Las Americas borders (along Mount Chayofita), and on the other – with (along the bed of the Barranco de Troya River). True, this border is very arbitrary, since walking along the coast, you will not notice it. Currently, all three resorts have practically merged into one large tourist destination.

Las Americas began to actively develop in the 70s of the last century. It’s hard to imagine, but back then there was nothing here for tourists. The first Gran Tenerife hotel was built in 1971. Since then it has been updated and improved many times. It is still functioning and, if desired, you can spend your holidays there. Las Americas gradually expanded and new infrastructure appeared. The emergence of an airport in the south of Tenerife has breathed new strength into the resort.

Unlike other resorts, you can meet Russian tourists in Las Americas. Local entrepreneurs are also adapting to this factor and offering menus in Russian in cafes. Some of them even employ Russian-speaking employees. But in hotels, few people know Russian. So basic knowledge of English will come in handy, or, alternatively, the indispensable Google Translator.

Las Americas has a very beautiful and well-equipped promenade. Let's walk along it a little and see the surroundings. You can see a lot of people running on the embankment.

While you are walking, look around. Check out the creative sculpture in the photo above. There are also located right along the sea. They enjoy well-deserved attention from photographers.

Another creative embodiment of thought. There are benches along the embankment where you can sit down and take a break from your walk.

And this already looks like a stone sculpture created by nature itself. She reminds me of a lion.

Along the embankment you can also find children's playgrounds.

The Las Americas promenade is a cozy place. It is pleasant to walk here, breathe the sea air and admire the beautiful Canarian landscapes.

Weather

Las Americas is considered a year-round resort. But in winter it is not hot here at all. The average air temperature is 20-23 degrees, much hotter in the sun. There is almost no precipitation, the weather is good and sunny. Many people swim and sunbathe. But in winter the ocean cools down to 19 degrees. Those who like to bathe in hot water will not have a very comfortable bathing experience. Swimming pools, which are found in almost every hotel, come to the rescue. But the tan goes well in winter. The peak season in Las Americas is July-August, when the holiday season begins for many Europeans. If you don't want crowds, it's best to avoid these months.

Entertainment and attractions

There are no historical attractions in the young resort, but there is entertainment for every taste and budget. Las Americas is considered the most party place on the island, as there are many nightclubs and bars concentrated here. Therefore, it is here that young people often go on vacation. The noisiest places are located near hotels and. But older people prefer quieter resorts.

The main attractions of the resort include:

1. with a variety of water slides and attractions.
2. A calmer Aqualand, which is more suitable for children.
3. The medieval castle of San Miguel, where you can go on a tour.

Theme parks nearby:

1. Jungle park
2. Monkey park
3. Camel park (camel park)

On the beach you can ride a jet ski or banana boat, and in the evening listen to live music in one of the restaurants. Part of the vacation can be spent on. You can get to know some of it yourself.

Shopping

Shopping lovers should visit Avenida de Las Americas, where the Parque Santiago II and Safari shopping centers are located. This avenue is also called the “golden mile” because all the world's brands are represented on it.

And after shopping, you can get a vivid impression in the Pyramid of Arona concert hall, created in antique style, or have dinner in one of the cafes. In the evening the avenue is illuminated by the lights of the singing fountain. But don’t expect a grand show like in Barcelona, ​​everything is simple here.

Hotels and apartments

The resort has many hotels of different levels. I have made a selection of good hotels and apartments by category depending on your budget.

High level hotels:

• Las madrigueras is a small new hotel with architecture in the form of a monarch's residence. Not suitable for families with children, but would be an excellent choice for golfers
• Cleopatra palace is a hotel with a great location, delicious food and excellent service.
• Mediterranean Palace is a luxurious hotel with a cozy atmosphere, a large swimming pool and a spa complex. It's just a couple of minutes walk to the beach.

Cheap hotels:

• Catalonia Oro Negro
• Hotel Caledonia Udalla park
• Hotel Central center
• Sol Tenerife
• Tropikal Playa

Living in an apartment will help you save on your vacation. They are equipped with a kitchen and you can cook yourself by buying food from a local supermarket. And if book an apartment using the link, then you can get $25 for your first booking.

Beaches and photos

One of the most popular beaches is the beach of the same name, Playa de las Americas. This is a wide beach with all the necessary infrastructure.

Next to it is Playa Honda Beach. Its main disadvantages are waves and pebbles.

And the last beach, Playa del Caminson, is located closer to Los Cristianos. It is protected on both sides by embankments, so the ocean here is calm, without waves. The beach is covered with yellow sand brought from the Sahara. This beach is often chosen by families with children who relax at the resort. Those who like to sit still can take a ride on water transport.

How to get there

The nearest Southern Airport can be reached by bus No. 111, No. 450, No. 343. The latter can also be used to get to the Northern Airport, located near Santa Cruz de Tenerife. If public transport is not suitable for you for one reason or another, you can book an inexpensive taxi in advance or rent a car right at the airport.

Map

On the map below you will find the main attractions and beaches of Tenerife. The map will be useful when planning your trip.

When going on vacation to Tenerife, you first of all choose the most suitable resort for yourself, and if your choice falls on the southern part of the island, rest assured that your desired vacation will not be overshadowed by any unforeseen incidents or disappointment. South Tenerife is a real paradise, and Las Americas- its integral part. If you want to know all the most interesting things about this bright, dynamic and colorful resort, we are happy to start our story.

Number one resort in Tenerife

The famous southern resort of Tenerife called Playa de Las Americas comfortably located between two other resort towns - and. It will be difficult for you to determine the line between them, since in the endless string of hotels there have been no actual boundaries for a long time. Las Americas is especially proud of its well-maintained, comfortable and clean beaches, equipped with breakwaters that reliably protect the shore from the raging ocean and create a special comfort for those who like to swim and sunbathe.

Las Americas on the map of the island and the coat of arms of the municipality of Arona

Deserted coast turned into paradise

It’s hard to imagine, but half a century ago there was a completely deserted area and a tiny fishing settlement in this place, but the coast itself and the unique climatic conditions seemed so ideal that it was chosen for the implementation of a grandiose project to build a large tourist center. So, in the 70s, the construction of fashionable hotels and entertainment centers, shops and restaurants, bars and cafes, casinos and spas began here. To make the beaches look more attractive, they began to be covered with white sand, which was brought from the African desert, gradually turning the coast into a favorite place for numerous tourists.

A big resort

The convenient location of the resort - only 75 km to the capital of Tenerife, 15 km to the southern airport of Tenerife Sur - together with the developed infrastructure give visitors the most pleasant sensations and provide unforgettable impressions for a long time. Many people mistakenly call the entire part of the coast Las Americas, including Costa Adeje, and sometimes Los Cristianos. Don't confuse them, otherwise you may get lost. Looking at the map, you can see that Las Americas has administrative borders with Los Cristianos at the small mountain Chaofita (Montaña Chatofita) in the southern part, and the northern border with Costa Adeje is the channel bed along the Barranco del Rey gorge near Troya beach .

Things to do in Las Americas

Swimming and relaxing on the beaches

Due to the fact that the south has a dry, warm climate with sunny weather, sunbathing and You can swim on the beaches all year round. The services provided here, from the rental of sun loungers or umbrellas to equipment for water fun, make your holiday especially pleasant and stress-free. There are two beaches directly in Las Americas: Honda(playa Honda) and Kamison(playa del Camison), but there are also plenty of beaches in neighboring areas. You can find out more about them in a separate section.

Hiking

The resort, in addition to excellent beaches with water activities, has cozy parks and public gardens with tropical vegetation. There are green alleys and beautiful pedestrian embankments everywhere for pleasant leisurely walks, against which you can take a photo. And many shops, found at every step, offer you absolutely everything you might need during your vacation. Why not take a walk?

Entertainment

Those looking for the maximum amount of daytime entertainment can choose a boat trip or one of the group excursions, for example, on. You can also rent a jet ski or boat to frolic among the waves, go fishing, or simply sip sangria or beer on board as you go. For land trips, you are offered any of the available ones - bicycles, motorcycles and mopeds, cars, scooters, Segways - so that you can diversify your vacation as much as possible and not waste energy walking around the resort.

The presence of the stadium allows you to host not only all kinds of sporting events that vacationers may be interested in, but also fun club parties, youth festivals and concerts. There is also a golf club here and perhaps you will be interested in trying yourself in such a sophisticated sport. If you want to race go-karts, improving your driving skills of this miracle of technology, or just having fun, then there is a go-kart nearby.

It is difficult to ignore such places for entertainment as, with its fabulous architecture, or. How many unforgettable moments they give to every tourist! And if you are wondering what else to see, then add to this a visit to the famous Pyramides de Arona - and we can say that the day will not be in vain. Although, a day is not enough for all this, I got carried away here.

Note to shopaholics

On Las Americas Avenue (Avenida De Las Américas), better known as Golden Mile, you will see boutiques and elegant shopping centers, including Parque Santiago III or Safari, which are always crowded. The Golden Mile has gradually turned into a major shopping destination, where sales lovers can buy their favorite items with attractive discounts twice a year (in summer - from June 1 to August 31, in winter - from January 7 to March 6). Of course, these are not Parisian and Milanese brand or multi-brand stores, but the assortment will not disappoint you. The largest shopping centers are described in the article.

Nutrition

Here you definitely won’t go hungry by visiting one of the many catering establishments in Las Americas, which are distinguished by good service and quality of food. The choice is huge: from fast food and small cafes to more reputable restaurants. The cuisines are also very diverse, there are many themed establishments, but more often the menu presents a mixture of dishes from different cuisines of the world, mainly local Spanish, English and German. these are the main clients.

Although the chance of meeting a Russian-speaking waiter is low, many establishments may have a menu in Russian. The translation from Google often leaves much to be desired, but even in broken Spanish or English you can place an order without any problems.

About nightlife

The resort of Las Americas has a reputation for good reason an oasis of nightlife, because even after sunset a cheerful life is in full swing here with dancing and singing, noisy companies of young people and elderly people who are not averse to tasting all its delights. Right on the street you may meet home-grown actors dressed as characters from famous films, inviting you to take a photo with them or dance. The same Golden Mile, where you could happily shop during the daytime, in the evening attracts you with its lights to one of the many establishments - night bars, karaoke bars, restaurants with live music– from classics and folk motifs to modern ones with dance performances.

You can start your evening not only in a pub or restaurant, of which there are countless, but also musical fountain Safari shopping center, throwing out jets of water to the beat of the sounds of jazz or classical compositions. Continue to have fun in a club or disco, which comes alive after midnight and entertains you almost until the morning.

Try to look into famous Hard Rock cafe(Hard Rock cafe) or lounge cafe Magic(Magic Café Lounge Bar), located in the Pyramid de Arona. Crystal Palace(Crystal Palace), Trumps(Tramps) Sax bar(Sax Bar), club Papagayo(Papagayo Beach Club), casinos and many other establishments of completely different calibers.

The area is especially popular among young people (especially English) Veronicas, located closer to the border with Costa Adeje. This is a hot place where tourists from all the surrounding areas gather at night, so that after a hefty dose of strong drinks, they can dance and make noise until exhaustion in the company of similar lovers of entertainment establishments. If you like to fall asleep early and without noise outside your windows, then you should choose a hotel away from this place.

As you can see, Playa de Las Americas is an absolutely amazing place that can give every visitor exactly the experience that he expects. Rest assured, you will not be bored, whether you are a relaxed family man vacationing here with children and preferring exclusively a beach holiday, or a regular at fun night events, a sports fan or a fan of the art of dance and music.