La Arena
Arrecife, Las Palmas · Canarias
Description
Playa La Arena in Arrecife is a 115-metre beach of sand and gravel, nestled within the port zone.
La Arena is a semi-urban beach of sand and gravel in Arrecife (Las Palmas). The sand is golden.
It measures 115 metres long and 10 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached easily on foot. No parking is recorded.
The MITECO registry records no lifeguard service here. That does not rule out seasonal cover by the local council — check the signage when you arrive. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, Nudism.
Facilities per the MITECO beach registry. “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty. Always check local signage before swimming.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at La Arena?
Not recorded. The MITECO registry lists no lifeguard here, which in practice means swimming unsupervised. Some councils add cover in July and August without it reaching the registry — the signage at the beach is what counts.
How do you get to La Arena?
According to the MITECO registry, La Arena is reached easily on foot. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is La Arena a good beach for children?
La Arena has no children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does La Arena have a Blue Flag?
No. La Arena is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The Blue Flag certifies services and water quality, not how attractive a beach is — plenty of unflagged coves are excellent.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barlovento | Teguise | 24.3°C | — |
| Ensenada de las Caletas | Teguise | 24.3°C | — |
| El Castillo | Arrecife | 24.5°C | — |
| El Ancla | Teguise | 24.3°C | — |
| El Reducto | Arrecife | 24.5°C | Yes |
| El Bastián | Teguise | 24.4°C | — |
| El Jablillo | Teguise | 24.3°C | Yes |
| El Cable | Arrecife | 24.5°C | — |
| Las Cucharas | Teguise | 24.3°C | Yes |
| La Concha | Arrecife | 24.3°C | — |
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