La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain

Playa de Echentive

Playa de Echentive is a large and beautiful beach located in Los Canarios, known for its rugged and quiet atmosphere. The beach is easily accessible by bus line 23 that runs from Los Canarios to Faro, with built stairs leading down to the beach from the bus stop.

The beach is characterized by its natural features, including a thermal lake and rock pools that visitors can swim in. The beach is also home to a variety of marine life, including the occasional 'Portuguese man o' war' jellyfish. Visitors are advised to be cautious of the ocean's conditions, as the waves can sometimes be stormy and sudden.

The beach's terrain is largely stony, with pebbles and rocks that can be sore to walk on. As such, visitors are recommended to wear water shoes or flip flops for comfort. Despite its size, Playa de Echentive is not typically overcrowded, offering a peaceful and serene environment for visitors.

Explore places to stay near Playa de Echentive and enjoy the serenity of its natural thermal lake and rock pools.

In addition to the beach itself, there are also fossil rocks on display and a natural swimming pool located nearby, adding to the beach's unique appeal and making it a must-visit location for those in the area.

What to do at Playa de Echentive?

Restaurants

One of the best restaurants near Playa de Echentive is Restaurante Temático El Jardín de la Sal.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and size of the beach, with its unique features such as a thermal lake, rock pools, and fossil rocks being particularly appreciated. The tranquillity of the beach is also frequently mentioned, with its lack of overcrowding being a major plus. However, visitors have complained about the stony terrain causing discomfort when walking, and potential safety concerns due to the presence of jellyfish.

Where to Stay near Playa de Echentive?

If you’re planning a trip to Playa de Echentive, consider staying in Los Canarios, which is nearby and offers a range of accommodations. Most visitors explore the beach as part of their itinerary while visiting the surrounding attractions like the natural swimming pool and fossil rocks.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa de Echentive?

Latitude: 28.4590735 / Longitude: -17.850797

Playa de Echentive is located in La Palma. The following map of Playa de Echentive shows the exact location.

Playa de Echentive: Weather Today

📅 Monday, March 9, 2026
Today might not be ideal for classic beach activities at Playa de Echentive. The air temperature will reach a high of 19.3 °C. Expect partly cloudy skies with a UV index of 7, so sun protection is advisable. Be aware of strong winds, with significantly stronger gusts. The sea temperature is 19.1 °C, and the waves will be high.
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Air

Low / High16.1°C/19.3°C
Feels Like (High)17.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.1 °C
Wave Height2.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance3%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:27/19:15
Sunshine Hours10.9 hrs
UV Index7.05
Cloud Cover20%
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Wind

Speed26.5 km/h
Gusts72.4 km/h
DirectionNE

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