Playa Chica
Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canarias
Description
A black sand beach adjoining Playa Jardín with excellent services and steady crowds.
Playa Chica is an urban beach of sand in Puerto de la Cruz (Santa Cruz de Tenerife). The sand is dark.
It measures 130 metres long and 10 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
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. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Surf zone, Diving, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Playa Chica?
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 Playa Chica?
According to the MITECO registry, Playa Chica is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Playa Chica a good beach for children?
Playa Chica has a children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Playa Chica have a Blue Flag?
No. Playa Chica 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Playa Jardín | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.5°C | Yes |
| Playa Punta Brava | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.5°C | — |
| El Muelle | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.7°C | — |
| El Roque | Los Realejos | 24.5°C | — |
| San Telmo | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.5°C | Yes |
| Martianez | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.7°C | — |
| Playa Gordejuela | Los Realejos | 24.6°C | — |
| Castro | Los Realejos | 24.6°C | — |
| El Bollullo | La Orotava | 24.7°C | — |
| El Socorro | Los Realejos | 24.6°C | Yes |
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