Casa Grande Surf Hostel
El Médano · Tenerife

Casa Grande Surf Hostel

Hostel in El Médano, just metres from the beach, with shared dormitories, surf equipment hire and communal spaces for relaxing and socialising.

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8.3 Score
1.147 Reviews
12:00 Check-in
Area El Médano
Nearby Farmers Market · 100 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 12:00

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Casa Grande Surf Hostel

Casa Grande Surf Hostel is a hostel in El Médano, 20 metres from the beach, with surf equipment hire. It combines shared dormitories with communal spaces for those who want to spend time by the sea and meet other travellers. There are mixed and female shared rooms, as well as a double room with a shared bathroom; each place in the dormitories is individual and has a bunk bed.

The shared kitchen, dining room, TV lounge and games room offer different ways to spend your time at the hostel. There is also a furnished chill-out terrace, laundry facilities and a small supermarket. Free WiFi is available in the communal areas. El Médano has urban beaches and places to enjoy water sports: Playa de El Médano, Playa Chica and Playa del Cabezo are nearby. Tenerife South Airport is 1.7 km away, and the stated drive from there takes around 10 minutes. It is a practical option for travellers interested in surfing and staying near the coast.

Casa Grande Surf Hostel
★ 8.3 · Very good · 1.147 reviews

Plan your stay at Casa Grande Surf Hostel

Hostel in El Médano, just metres from the beach, with shared dormitories, surf equipment hire and communal spaces for relaxing and socialising.

Room types

The room options include mixed dormitories with four, six and eight beds, a four-bed female dormitory and a double room. In the shared dormitories, each guest has a bunk bed; the double room has a double bed and accommodates up to two people. The bathrooms are shared, so the rooms are simple and functional, with bed linen and power sockets beside the beds.

Room sizes range from 8 to 19 m². The eight-bed mixed dormitory with sea views is the option that adds a view of the coastline, while the four-bed rooms offer a smaller group. The female dormitory also has four beds and measures 14 m². The 8 m² double room has a balcony and a walk-in shower in the shared bathroom. The upper floors are accessible only by stairs, which is useful to know when choosing between the different room types.

Bed in 4-bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Casa Grande Surf Hostel
Bed in 4-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
12 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bed linen
  • Power socket near the bed

At 12 m², this category offers a compact shared dormitory with four beds. Each guest has an individual bunk bed, bed linen and a power socket beside the bed. The bathroom is shared, and the upper floors are accessible only by stairs.

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Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Casa Grande Surf Hostel
Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
19 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Sea view
  • Bed linen

This 19 m² mixed dormitory has eight beds and stands out for its sea views. The assigned bed is a bunk bed; bed linen and a power socket beside the bed are also provided. The bathroom is shared, and the upper floors are accessible by stairs.

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Double Room with Balcony — Casa Grande Surf Hostel
Double Room with Balcony
8 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Shower

The double room is the only option for two people and has a double bed in 8 m². The balcony sets it apart from the shared dormitories, while the bathroom remains shared and includes a walk-in shower and hairdryer. The upper floors are accessible by stairs.

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Bed in 4-bed Female Dormitory Room — Casa Grande Surf Hostel
Bed in 4-bed Female Dormitory Room
14 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bed linen
  • Iron

With 14 m² and four beds, this category offers a female shared dormitory rather than a mixed one. Each place is an individual bunk bed and comes with bed linen and a nearby power socket. The bathroom is shared; you’ll need to use the stairs to reach the upper floors.

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Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Casa Grande Surf Hostel
Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
19 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Iron
  • Power socket near the bed

This eight-bed mixed option covers 19 m² and offers an individual bunk bed in the shared dormitory. Bed linen, an iron and a power socket beside the bed are among its practical features. The bathroom is shared, and the upper floors are accessible only by stairs.

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Bed in 6-bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Casa Grande Surf Hostel
Bed in 6-bed Mixed Dormitory Room
14 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bed linen
  • Power socket near the bed

The 14 m² six-bed mixed dormitory offers a group size between the four- and eight-bed options. Each guest has a bunk bed, as well as bed linen and a nearby power socket. The bathroom is shared, and the upper floors are accessible by stairs.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to sleep by the sea: Playa de El Médano is 20 metres from the hostel
  • you’re travelling to surf and want to hire equipment directly at your accommodation
  • you’d prefer a place in a shared dormitory, with mixed options of four, six or eight beds
  • you’re looking for a four-bed female dormitory or a double room with a balcony
  • you like to alternate between the beach and communal life, with a shared kitchen, games room and terrace

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the accommodation: there is no parking at the property
  • you want a private bathroom: the room types described have shared bathrooms
  • you’re travelling with children under 12 and aren’t booking the entire shared room; in that case, they can’t stay in shared dormitories
  • you need a lift, as the upper floors are accessible only by stairs

Hotel facilities & services

The terrace and solarium provide space to relax outdoors, while the shared lounge with a TV area offers an indoor place to take a break. The games room, board games and film nights provide more ways to spend time at the hostel. The hostel also organises themed dinners and offers evening entertainment with an entertainment team.

For guests who prefer to stay active, activities include windsurfing, snorkelling, scuba diving, cycling, hiking, horse riding and table tennis. The nearby beach adds to the range of seaside leisure activities. The hostel has lockers, luggage storage and tourist information, as well as laundry facilities. WiFi is free; the communal areas include indoor and outdoor spaces for alternating between relaxing and activities. The upper floors are accessible only by stairs.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Windsurfing
  • Tourist information
  • Table tennis
  • Snorkelling
  • Shower
  • Horse riding

General facilities

  • Terrace / solarium
  • Terrace
  • Themed dinners
  • Film nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment team
  • Scuba diving
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Windsurfing
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry service

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Power socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Casa Grande Surf Hostel is at Paseo Galo Ponte, 7, in El Médano, beside the beach and the town centre. You can walk to the seafront promenade, cafés and restaurants. Playa de El Médano is 40 m away; Playa Chica is 100 m away and Playa de Leocadio Machado is 250 m away. Playa del Cabezo is 350 m away, while Playa de la Jaquita is 850 m away. The coastal setting and nearby beaches make walking by the sea an easy part of your stay.

Nearby points of interest include Farmers Market, 100 m away, and the American Star monument, 180 m away. Ermita Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes de Roja and Plaza de Galicia are 250 m away; Sunset point is 320 m away. The nearest airport is Tenerife South Airport, 1.7 km away, and the drive to the hostel takes around 10 minutes. Tenerife North – Ciudad de La Laguna Airport is 52 km away. There is no parking at the property; you can park for free on the surrounding streets.

El Médano is known for its wind and water sports, so the town’s beaches are a popular place for windsurfing and other water sports. Playa de Montaña Roja is 990 m away and Playa de la Tejita zona naturista is 2.2 km away. You can also walk up towards Montaña Bocinegro, 1.5 km away, or visit the Montaña Pelada leisure park, 1.8 km away. Tenerife’s mild climate makes it possible to enjoy the coast for much of the year; during the warmer months, beaches and water activities often feature prominently in plans.

Farmers Market — Local market with produce stalls and commercial activity in the town. 100 m
American Star — Nearby monument that adds a historical point of interest to a walk around El Médano. 180 m
Chapel of Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes de Roja — A chapel in the municipality, suitable for a short stop during a walk around the area. 250 m
Plaza de Galicia — Nearby town square where you can take a break and explore the town centre. 250 m
Sunset point — A viewpoint where you can watch the sunset over the coast. 320 m
Playa del Médano — Urban beach beside the town, suitable for swimming and water sports. 360 m

What guests say about Casa Grande Surf Hostel

8.3
Very good · 1.147 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Facilities
8.4
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
7.5

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the proximity to the beach. They also highlight the value for money, while the facilities and cleanliness receive somewhat more moderate ratings. WiFi gets the lowest score among the categories, although it is still one of the free services.

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