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Restaurants
158 within 3 miles

Restaurant Kiosco Arenas
179
333 ft$$ - $$$ • Mediterranean • European • Spanish

El Chiringuito
180
332 ft$ • Seafood • Mediterranean • European

El Chiringuito
270
331 ft$$ - $$$ • Seafood • Mediterranean • European

Be Papagayo - Chiringuito
172
431 ft$$ - $$$ • Seafood • Mediterranean • Spanish

Casa El Barba Restaurant
302
316 ft$$ - $$$ • Mediterranean • European • Spanish

Simple & Natural
326
1.4 mi$ • Cafe • Mediterranean • European

Carpe Diem
277
1.5 mi$$ - $$$ • Bar • Mediterranean • European

El Lagar de Baco
278
1.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Mediterranean • European • Spanish

Paulos Sport Bar & Tapas Playa Blanca Lanzarote
274
1.5 mi$ • Bar • European • Spanish

Alfie's Bar & Kitchen
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1.5 mi$$ - $$$ • Bar • British • Fusion
Attractions
49 within 6 miles

Los Ajaches National Park
1
0.1 miNational Parks

Stone Sculpture Mirador Papagayo
1
0.3 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

Playa Puerto Muelas
14
0.5 miBeaches

Playa Mujeres
61
0.8 miBeaches

Marina Rubicon
9,459
2 miMarinas

Museo Atlántico Underwater Museum
243
2 miSpeciality Museums

Paseo Maritimo
404
2.5 miPiers & Boardwalks

Playa Caleton del Cobre
2
0.6 miBeaches

Playa Dorada Beach
1,979
2.5 miBeaches

Montaña Roja
1,755
Mountains
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David D
Devon, UK16,608 contributions
Couples
Wednesday 30th March and we visited Los Ajaches National Park and this beach is the Park's most well known feature.
Having paid our €3 entrance fee to the Park, we headed off down the dirt track in the direction of this beach, it was our planned first stop.
There is a restaurant at the top of the headland apart from a few derelict buildings there is nothing else.There are no facilities on the beach no sunbeds, umbrellas, showers or toilets. So visitors planning to spend some time on the beach, need to come come fully prepared with all their requirements.
The larger beach is on the lefthand side of the bay. It is crescent shaped with golden sands enclosed by cliffs and washed by crystal clear water. This was very busy when we visited, people all crowded close together.
The smaller beach on the right hand was equally as picturesque but not as busy.
Steps lead down to both beaches and not suitable for all to access the beach.
A large number of canoeists were paddling around the coast, great way to see the coast and it's beaches.
There are some amazing views from the clifftop including across to the Island of Fuerteventura and the golden sands of the Grandes Playas.
Very beautiful beach, amazing scenery, very busy not sure would want to spend too much time here.
It does make a sizeable contribution to making the Park such a wonderful place to visit.
Having paid our €3 entrance fee to the Park, we headed off down the dirt track in the direction of this beach, it was our planned first stop.
There is a restaurant at the top of the headland apart from a few derelict buildings there is nothing else.There are no facilities on the beach no sunbeds, umbrellas, showers or toilets. So visitors planning to spend some time on the beach, need to come come fully prepared with all their requirements.
The larger beach is on the lefthand side of the bay. It is crescent shaped with golden sands enclosed by cliffs and washed by crystal clear water. This was very busy when we visited, people all crowded close together.
The smaller beach on the right hand was equally as picturesque but not as busy.
Steps lead down to both beaches and not suitable for all to access the beach.
A large number of canoeists were paddling around the coast, great way to see the coast and it's beaches.
There are some amazing views from the clifftop including across to the Island of Fuerteventura and the golden sands of the Grandes Playas.
Very beautiful beach, amazing scenery, very busy not sure would want to spend too much time here.
It does make a sizeable contribution to making the Park such a wonderful place to visit.
Written April 20, 2022
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SkateMinsteronSea
Isle of Sheppey, UK438 contributions
There is a dirt track that leads to this area of natural beauty with a fee of around 3 euros to get to several small beaches, each with their own charm. Some are virtually deserted but the one to snorkel at is Playa Papagayo. You can see the big car park from the track, and there is a restaurant on the cliff top. You climb down to the beach which offers shelter from the wind and clear waters, but beware, it is popular. If you don't want crowds go to the furthest beaches - there are cliffs to walk and views across to Fuertaventura.
Written May 14, 2022
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Alan Whicker
United Kingdom99 contributions
Solo
Absolutely stunning beaches. Playa del Papagayo is the most photogenic but the neighbouring Playa de la Cera is also great and quieter too.
There is a €3 per car entry to the nature reserve, note this is card only and they do not accept cash! The beaches are about 5km along an unmade dirt road, with a large car park at the end and steps down to the beaches either side of the headland.
There are a couple of bar/cafes on the headland between the beaches, Casa El Barba has a beautiful view over the beach and worth the wait for a table.
There is a €3 per car entry to the nature reserve, note this is card only and they do not accept cash! The beaches are about 5km along an unmade dirt road, with a large car park at the end and steps down to the beaches either side of the headland.
There are a couple of bar/cafes on the headland between the beaches, Casa El Barba has a beautiful view over the beach and worth the wait for a table.
Written March 4, 2022
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Tea and Giraffes
40 contributions
Friends
We went to a couple of the beaches at Papagayo based on reviews and having heard that they are some of the best beaches on the island. The beaches are lovely, but they weren't as quiet as I'd hoped, and the access road is awful. You pay to get in to the national park, so it doesn't seem unreasonable to have a passable road, but unfortunately that isn't what you get! It takes at least fifteen minutes to drive from the kiosk to the car park, which is only 2½ miles, because the road is so rutted with potholes. There was a bar with fabulous views (Be Papagayo), and the beaches were nice, but I couldn't in good faith recommend visiting Papagayo to anyone who was in a hire car, especially if it's not a 4x4. We were worried the whole time about damaging the car or breaking the suspension, so we didn't leave the beach feeling relaxed!
Written April 23, 2022
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Beth
Hertfordshire, UK5 contributions
We enjoyed two days at this beautiful beach. The sea was clear and the cove offered some shelter from the wind. The view at sunset was lovely. It was the most attractive beach we saw in Lanzarote, and we found it safe to swim in the sea on the days we visited.
The only downsides are - no public toilets/ amenities available (except for a restaurant on the cliff overlooking the beach), the beach is not accessible for people with reduced mobility or using wheelchairs (access only via some steep steps), and lastly you have to drive for 15 minutes on a bumpy road to get there. Maybe take a 4x4/ a Jeep!!
Would still recommend if you are able to get there though!
The only downsides are - no public toilets/ amenities available (except for a restaurant on the cliff overlooking the beach), the beach is not accessible for people with reduced mobility or using wheelchairs (access only via some steep steps), and lastly you have to drive for 15 minutes on a bumpy road to get there. Maybe take a 4x4/ a Jeep!!
Would still recommend if you are able to get there though!
Written March 12, 2022
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Beckyoz
Bristol, UK32 contributions
Water was wonderful for swimming, lots of fish and sheltered from winds. Of course car park and cafe mean it is much more touristy than some of the other beaches we visited. Lots of children playing beach tennis. Great stop off on walk round from Playa Blanca and definitely worth a visit. Just not a secret anymore!
Written March 1, 2020
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Tamerlans007
Badalona, Spain1,804 contributions
Family
This is the best beach of the island. It's inside a natural park so you have to pay a fee to get into the path that drives you to the beach and drive a few kilometers for a sandy track. There's place to park near the beach and a couple of restaurants there.
It's a good option to bring your own food or book place in one of the restaurants for the meal.
There are no public restrooms.
It's a good option to bring your own food or book place in one of the restaurants for the meal.
There are no public restrooms.
Written September 6, 2020
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Beannie2202
North Yorkshire, UK42 contributions
Couples
Sometimes you can have a beach to yourself. Such a picturesque set of beaches. The furthest one has a restaurant and toilets and the first one has a man with a van selling snacks and drinks and hiring sunshades and chairs etc.
Written January 5, 2020
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charlotte056
Sandown, UK383 contributions
Couples
We hadn’t been for a few years and had previously enjoyed the secluded bays and easy swimming. Playa Blanca has sprawled in all directions and will soon be engulfing Papagayo. It’s still €3 euros to park but when we went it was packed and lost all its charm
Written March 30, 2020
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Jacob V
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg7 contributions
Excellent beach, great sand and very nice clear and refreshing water with tons of fish for those who like snorkelling. Only downside is the drive - 6 km on very bumpy roads. Payment per car is 3 EUR, would prefer to pay 5 it they then made a proper road driving there.
Written September 5, 2020
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Dani
4 contributions
Hola, ¿es posible ir a Papagayo desde Puerto Carmen en bus urbano? ¿O que pare en un sitio cercano? No dispongo de coche. Gracias.
pielmeiera
Neutraubling, Germany537 contributions
En autobús la lÃnea 30 a "Las Coloradas". Luego sigue la costa y los senderos.
Aceptan tarjeta para realizar el pago?
SÃ, después de la pandemia han puesto datáfono para pagar con tarjeta.
Brisky27
Hamburg, Germany105 contributions
Ist die Zufahrt zum Strand in den Öffnungszeiten beschränkt, oder kann man einfach hinfahren, auch wenn da noch keiner ist? Wir wollen für Fotoaufnahmen schon sehr früh dorthin.
Vielen Dank
SengaJuliette
15 contributions
Désolée je ne parle et n’écris l’allemand, je ne peux donc pas répondre à votre demande.
Cordialement
Kis77
Milan, Italy47 contributions
Buongiorno! Qualcuno mi sa dire se è possibile raggiungere playa de papagayo da playa blanca via mare? Se sì quanto è il costo indicativo a persona?
Grazie
okversilia
Massa, Italy39 contributions
No, Non ci sono battelli che portano alla Playa de Papagayo
Is this beach naturist friendly?
Martin H
Lisbon, Portugal52 contributions
Yes, almost everybody was naked.
Anna B
Camborne24 contributions
How far from Playa Blanca? Is it to the right of Playa Blanca away from the marina you have to walk?
Tim H
Harrogate, UK318 contributions
Hi Anna B
Walking is not an option, it is a tortuous car drive over dirt roads (toll to pay) from Playa Blanca ,we had an SUV and it was bad enough in that , saying that the road is passable in a car as long as you take it steady.
As with all such attractions get their early to beat the crowds.
A partir d q hora se puede acceder a estas playas?
Botafogo11
Cologne, Germany76 contributions
A partir de seis horas de la manana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Playa de Papagayo
- We recommend booking Playa de Papagayo tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Playa de Papagayo tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Playa de Papagayo:
- (1.52 mi) Bungalows Coloradamar
- (1.75 mi) Hotel THe Volcan Lanzarote
- (1.29 mi) Sandos Papagayo
- (1.41 mi) Gran Castillo Tagoro Family & Fun
- (3.25 mi) Iberostar Selection Lanzarote Park
- Restaurants near Playa de Papagayo:
- (0.06 mi) Restaurant Kiosco Arenas
- (0.06 mi) El Chiringuito
- (0.06 mi) El Chiringuito
- (0.08 mi) Be Papagayo - Chiringuito
- (0.06 mi) Casa El Barba Restaurant
- Attractions near Playa de Papagayo:
- (0.15 mi) Los Ajaches National Park
- (0.27 mi) Stone Sculpture Mirador Papagayo
- (1.42 mi) Island Quest Escape Rooms
- (1.42 mi) Moving Segway Lanzarote
- (1.46 mi) Kayak Lanzarote