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Costa Teguise is the tourist hub of the municipality of Teguise, on Lanzarote’s eastern coast, a few kilometres from Arrecife and the airport. It stretches along a seafront promenade linking several beaches and coves, with the trade winds almost always present and a much slower pace than in other towns on the island.
Its visitors include families, couples who return every winter and sailing enthusiasts. So choosing where to stay in Costa Teguise is first and foremost a question of how far you want to walk to the water and whether you’d like a home with its own pool.
In this guide, we explain how the town is laid out and show you the homes and villas we choose one by one, looking at what each offers and who it suits. See the full list of places to stay in Costa Teguise.
How to choose an area in Costa Teguise
The town is compact, but each part has its own character. These are the four areas we usually choose between:
- Las Cucharas and the seafront promenade: the largest beach, windsurfing schools, and most of the restaurants and shops. It’s the liveliest area, though still quiet at night.
- Pueblo Marinero and El Jablillo: a pedestrian square lined with white houses, terraces and music on some evenings, beside a sheltered beach that’s ideal for young children.
- Bastián, El Ancla and Los Charcos: residential streets with small beaches, more peace and quiet, and homes just a few minutes’ walk from the sea.
- The upper area and the golf course: villa developments with private pools around the golf course and water park. More space and peace, but you’ll need a car.
Keep in mind that holiday homes dominate here. Of the 77 properties in Costa Teguise that meet our quality standards, 65 are houses or villas and only six are hotels, so renting an entire home and arranging things at your own pace is the norm.
Before booking, look out for three details that crop up in many homes in the area: upper floors that are only accessible by stairs, wifi that may not reach the whole property and a deposit payable on arrival. Many prohibit parties and set quiet hours at night.
Where to stay in Costa Teguise: homes near the beach
If you want to reach the sand without taking the car, these homes offer the best combination of proximity to the sea, a pool and space to cook.
Sea View
This is the closest option to the water in this selection: Bastián Beach is about 200 metres away. It has two bedrooms, a terrace and balcony with sea views, a children’s pool, baby safety gates and private parking. Check-in ends at 18:00, so it’s not suitable if your flight lands late.
Casa volcanes
Three bedrooms and three bathrooms for up to six guests, with a private pool, garden and barbecue for making the most of the outdoors. El Ancla Beach is about 350 metres away, a short walk before breakfast. Parking is public and free, and wifi is available mainly in the communal areas.
Villa Tama Luxury & Relax
A 240 m² villa with a private pool, hot tub and games room that children will appreciate during the sunniest hours. El Ancla Beach is about a ten-minute walk away, and parking is free. The upper floors are only accessible by stairs, and parties and stag or hen parties are not allowed.
La Mar Poolvilla
A home with a private pool, garden and terrace, three bedrooms and two bathrooms, designed for families or groups of up to six. Las Cucharas is about 700 metres away: you can walk there, though the property isn’t on the seafront. Free parking is available, and it’s best to let them know your arrival time in advance.
Casa Yare, shared pool, air-con, fast wifi
An 80 m² home with two bedrooms for five guests, a terrace with sea views, patio, shared pool and private parking space. It’s a good fit for families with young children, as it has a highchair, and for anyone wanting to alternate between several beaches within three kilometres. A deposit is required by card on arrival, and quiet hours are from 22:00 to 08:00.
Villas for groups and the golf area
If you’re travelling with several families or a group of friends and don’t mind driving to the beach, the upper part of town has more space, greater privacy and pools all to yourselves.
Villa Costa Golf
The most spacious option in our selection: six bedrooms across 250 m², a private pool, garden, patio and terrace with sea views. The golf course and water park are less than a kilometre away. Air conditioning is limited to the living room in July and August.
Villa Crotos
Four bedrooms and room for nine guests, with a private pool, sea views, garden, patio and barbecue: this is the best fit for larger groups. Quiet hours from 22:00 to 09:00 must be respected, so it’s better suited to families than celebrations.
Golf Palms
A 200 m² villa with three bedrooms and three bathrooms, a private pool, barbecue and free private parking, about 580 metres from the golf course. It’s a practical base if you plan to explore the island by car. You’ll need one to get to the beach: the nearest is 1.7 kilometres away.
Villa Tuco
A 180 m² villa for six guests, with three bedrooms, a private-use pool, garden and children’s play area. It’s a good choice for families who spend plenty of time at home and cook often. Free parking is public, on nearby streets, and a cash deposit is required on arrival.
What to see and do in Costa Teguise
The main attraction is the sea. Las Cucharas is the go-to beach for learning windsurfing or wingfoiling, thanks to the steady wind, while El Jablillo has calm waters for younger visitors. The seafront promenade links the beaches and is the natural place to walk or run at sunset.
In 2025, Teguise Town Council put out to tender the maintenance of Las Cucharas, Bastián, El Jablillo, Los Charcos and El Ancla beaches and their promenade, including showers, walkways, ramps and toilets. Away from the water, there’s the golf course, the water park and Pueblo Marinero square, a popular place to have dinner or a drink.
Day trips from Costa Teguise
The town is well placed for short drives to explore the centre and north of the island:
- La Villa de Teguise: Lanzarote’s former capital, with cobbled streets and a Sunday market.
- César Manrique Foundation: the artist’s home, built among lava bubbles in Tahíche, very close to Costa Teguise.
- Cactus Garden: in Guatiza, Manrique’s last major work on the island.
- Jameos del Agua and Cueva de los Verdes: two sites formed in the volcanic tube of the La Corona volcano, in the north.
When to visit Costa Teguise
The weather is mild all year round, and the busiest season is winter, when visitors arrive to escape the cold in northern Europe. The trade winds blow more strongly in summer, which is welcome news for sailors but worth bearing in mind if you’re looking for calm seas.
The Costa Teguise fiestas take place in late September, with concerts and food stalls in Pueblo Marinero and free entry. In September 2026, the Official Gazette of the Canary Islands also announced the start of the town’s third modernisation plan phase, shared by the Government of the Canary Islands and the Island Council, so you may come across some roadworks.
How to get there and get around
César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport is just over 15 minutes away by car. By bus, routes 1 and 3 connect Costa Teguise with Arrecife bus station, and route 3 continues to Puerto del Carmen; to get to the airport, you’ll need to change in Arrecife.
You can walk between the promenade, beaches and Pueblo Marinero. If you’re staying in the golf area or want to take day trips, renting a car will save you time. Find all the details in our guide to getting to Lanzarote, and more places to stay on the island in our selection of Lanzarote accommodation.
Costa Teguise is one of the bases in our guide to where to stay in Lanzarote. For more of a buzz, see where to stay in Puerto del Carmen; if you’re looking for the south and its coves, see where to stay in Playa Blanca. And to compare with other islands, start with where to stay in the Canary Islands.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions we’re most often asked by people planning a few days in Costa Teguise.
What is the best area to stay in Costa Teguise?
It depends on how you want to get around. If you prefer to do everything on foot, the best area is the seafront promenade between Las Cucharas and Pueblo Marinero, with beaches, restaurants and shops just a few minutes away. If you’re travelling with young children, El Jablillo has sheltered waters. If you’re looking for peace and quiet, more space and a private pool, the upper golf area has plenty of villas, although a car is almost essential for getting down to the beach or going on day trips.
Is Costa Teguise a good choice for families?
Yes, it’s one of Lanzarote’s most family-friendly towns. The atmosphere is peaceful, without large nightlife areas, and there are beaches with calm waters such as El Jablillo. Many homes and villas have a private pool, garden, highchair or children’s play area. Check the stairs, as in many properties the upper floors are only accessible by them, and check the quiet hours, which usually start at 22:00.
Are there hotels in Costa Teguise, or is it better to rent a house?
There are hotels and aparthotels, but most of the accommodation that meets our quality standards consists of holiday homes: of 77 selected properties, 65 are houses or villas and only six are hotels. For families and groups, renting an entire home with a kitchen and pool is usually the most practical option. Always check whether a deposit is required on arrival, whether the wifi covers the whole property and whether parking is private or on the street.
How do you get to Costa Teguise from the airport?
César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport is very close, just over 15 minutes away by car, so a taxi or hire car is the most convenient option. There’s no direct public transport route: take a bus to Arrecife station, then catch route 1 or 3 to Costa Teguise. If you’re staying in the golf area or want to explore the island, it’s worth hiring a car from day one.
When is the best time to visit Costa Teguise?
You can enjoy Costa Teguise all year round thanks to its mild climate. Winter is peak season because of the warm temperatures, while spring and autumn tend to be quieter. The trade winds blow more strongly in summer, which is ideal for windsurfing but less so if you’re looking for calm seas. The Costa Teguise fiestas take place in Pueblo Marinero in late September, with free concerts and food stalls.
