Lanzarote beaches guide · the Canaries
12 standout Lanzarote beaches, from the calm family bays of Costa Teguise to the black-sand crater of Los Clicos on the volcanic west — grouped by coast, with access and family notes.
Curated by the Beach Atlas team · Updated July 2026
Lanzarote wears its volcanic origins openly, and its beaches range from calm resort bays to black-sand craters. The east coast, around Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen, holds the sheltered, family-friendly sand, from the breakwater-calmed Playa del Jablillo to the windsurfing waters of Playa de las Cucharas. The west is raw and dramatic, where the black volcanic sand of Playa de los Clicos sits beside a bright green lagoon. The rugged north is wilder still. Browse every verified beach on the island in Lanzarote.
This is a curated best-of rather than the full list — pick a coast below, then check each beach page for access and sea-state before you go. A rental car reaches nearly all of them, and the west and north in particular are worth the drive. For hand-picked sets across all the islands, see our best beaches collection.
The east coast is Lanzarote's calm, family-friendly side. In Costa Teguise, Playa del Jablillo is a small sandy beach protected by breakwaters and rock formations into clear, gentle water ideal for children, while Playa Flamingo and Playa del Pueblo offer similarly sheltered, easy-swimming bays lined with loungers. For something more active, Playa de las Cucharas is a golden-sand cove and one of the island's prime windsurfing and kitesurfing spots, thanks to reliable trade winds. Further south in Puerto del Carmen, Playa de los Pocillos is a long sheltered strand with calm, gentle water and an easy promenade behind it.
The west coast shows off Lanzarote's fire-forged landscape. Playa de los Clicos is a striking black-sand beach set inside a volcanic crater beside the vivid green lagoon of Charco de los Clicos, a place for sightseeing more than swimming, which is often restricted here. Within the Timanfaya area, Playa Montaña Bermeja is a remote black-sand beach with consistent Atlantic waves for experienced swimmers and surfers, and further along the exposed shore Playa de los Boluditos and Caleta Larga are wild, dark-sand spots where rough surf and currents make swimming hazardous.
The north coast is the island at its most untamed. Caleta del Mariscadero is a quiet northwest cove open to the Atlantic, with moderate to rough water and no facilities beyond roadside parking. Near the village of Órzola, Caleta de Caballo is a small dark-sand cove where the waves can turn hazardous, and on the northeast coast Playa Teneza draws surfers and bodyboarders to its wind-swept, natural surroundings.
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Why go: Caleta de Caballo is a small cove beach on the rugged northwest coast of Lanzarote, near the village of Órzola.
Caleta de Caballo is a small cove beach on the rugged northwest coast of Lanzarote, near the village of Órzola. The beach consists of dark volcanic sand and is exposed to the Atlantic Ocean, resulting in moderate to rough surf.
Why go: Caleta del Mariscadero is a small cove on the northwest coast of Lanzarote, exposed to the Atlantic Ocean.
Caleta del Mariscadero is a small cove on the northwest coast of Lanzarote, exposed to the Atlantic Ocean. Its open position means it often experiences moderate to rough sea conditions, with waves typical of the island's windward shores.
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Why go: Caleta Larga is a secluded beach on Lanzarote's rugged west coast, characterised by dark sand and pebbles.
Caleta Larga is a secluded beach on Lanzarote's rugged west coast, characterised by dark sand and pebbles. Exposed to the Atlantic Ocean, it often experiences moderate to rough surf and strong currents, making swimming potentially hazardous.
Why go: Playa de las Cucharas is a beach on the east coast of Lanzarote, known as a prime windsurfing and kitesurfing spot due to consistent trade winds and steady waves.
Playa de las Cucharas is a beach on the east coast of Lanzarote, known as a prime windsurfing and kitesurfing spot due to consistent trade winds and steady waves. The beach features golden sand and is sheltered by a natural cove, providing reliable conditions for water sports.
Why go: Playa de los Boluditos is a remote sandy beach on Lanzarote's exposed west coast, characterized by dark volcanic sand and rugged surroundings.
Playa de los Boluditos is a remote sandy beach on Lanzarote's exposed west coast, characterized by dark volcanic sand and rugged surroundings. Its open Atlantic location often produces moderate to rough surf, making swimming potentially hazardous.
Why go: Playa de los Clicos is a striking black volcanic sand beach on Lanzarote's west coast, nestled within a volcanic crater beside the vibrant green lagoon of Charco de los Clicos.
Playa de los Clicos is a striking black volcanic sand beach on Lanzarote's west coast, nestled within a volcanic crater beside the vibrant green lagoon of Charco de los Clicos. Its sheltered location and calm waters make it suitable for relaxing, though swimming is often restricted due to safety and environmental…
Why go: Playa de los Pocillos is a sandy beach on the south coast of Lanzarote, within the resort area of Puerto del Carmen.
Playa de los Pocillos is a sandy beach on the south coast of Lanzarote, within the resort area of Puerto del Carmen. Its location in a sheltered bay means the waters are generally calm and gentle, making it a popular choice for swimming and sunbathing.
Why go: Playa del Jablillo is a small, sheltered sandy beach located in the Costa Teguise area of Lanzarote.
Playa del Jablillo is a small, sheltered sandy beach located in the Costa Teguise area of Lanzarote. Protected by man-made breakwaters and natural rock formations, its waters remain calm and clear, making it ideal for swimming and families.
Why go: Playa del Pueblo is a small sandy beach on the east coast of Lanzarote, located within the Costa Teguise resort area.
Playa del Pueblo is a small sandy beach on the east coast of Lanzarote, located within the Costa Teguise resort area. Sheltered by the coastline and nearby developments, its waters are typically calm and protected, making it a suitable spot for families and relaxed swimming.
Why go: Playa Flamingo is a small sandy beach located on the east coast of Lanzarote, within the resort area of Costa Teguise.
Playa Flamingo is a small sandy beach located on the east coast of Lanzarote, within the resort area of Costa Teguise. Sheltered by breakwaters and lying in a calm bay, it typically has gentle, clear waters, making it popular for families and swimming.
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