
La Laja is a beach situated in the northern part of Gran Canaria, known for being a preferred destination for surfers. The beach is composed of black sand and pebbles, and the wind and waves make it a suitable spot for surfing almost every day. However, due to its proximity to the motorway, it is less popular for swimming.
The beach offers a well-maintained car park, and three lifeguards are on duty during peak season. Families can take pleasure in the beach, and children can play in the natural rock pools. The promenade is accessible for wheelchairs.
There are fish restaurants in the vicinity, and amenities include toilets, lifeguard services, and parking. Dogs are permitted on the beach.
La Laja amenities include parking and toilet.
Best bars near La Laja include bar 2 palmeras and Bar Amado.
Best restaurants near La Laja include Tropical Restaurante and Hamburguesería Superstar.
Visitor reviews highlight that visitors enjoy the nice and clean beach with good swimming and relatively low crowds. However, some visitors complain about the presence of a motorway behind the beach and the rough waves that make swimming difficult at times.
Most visitors to La Laja Beach in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria opt to stay in the nearby city center or in the neighborhoods of Vegueta and Triana, which offer a variety of accommodation options and easy access to other attractions. While the beach is a popular spot for surfers, the proximity to the motorway and limited nearby accommodations make it less common for tourists to stay directly by the beach.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 28.058898 / Longitude: -15.4194379
La Laja is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The following map of La Laja shows the exact location.
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