Playa Jardin
Tenerife | GPS: 28.4122595, -16.5587655
Playa Jardin is the main urban beach in Puerto de la Cruz and one of the easiest places to combine a city stay with time by the water on Tenerife’s north coast. Its dark sand, planted surroundings and promenade setting give it a more designed feel than the island’s wilder beaches.
That convenience is the main draw. You can move between town, cafés and the beach without much effort, which makes it useful for travelers who want coastal time without giving up an urban base.
Why go
Choose Playa Jardin if you are staying in Puerto de la Cruz or want a simple north-coast beach stop with plenty around it. It also appears in local surf conversations when conditions suit.
Practical notes
As with many north-coast beaches, sea conditions can change the experience. Treat it as an urban beach with Atlantic character, not as a sheltered south-coast resort strand.
Last updated: May 2026