Beaches
The Golf del Sur does not have the best beaches as it is originally more a place for golfing than sunbathing on the beach. However, there is one rocky, pebble beach, Playa San Miguel de Abono, close to the harbor area. Here you will also find lots of restaurants and little snack places nearby.
A bit further down, in front of the Barcelo Tenerife hotel there is also a more white sand, rocky beach, the Playa de San Blas but it is not the greatest either.
There are also some rocky cliffs and mini beaches to swim from along the coastline.
The nicest beach is the just outside of the resort on the way to Los Abrigos, the Playa los Abrigos.
Where to stay in Golf del Sur
The Golf del Sur does not have many hotels; it’s one of the smaller resorts in size on Tenerife if you take away the golf course, which is more than 50% of the land area of the Golf del Sur.
- Barcelo Tenerife: All-inclusive luxury holidays.
- Santa Barbara Golf and Ocean Club: Budget friendly family holiday apartments.
- Bahia Principe Fantasia Tenerife: All-inclusive family holidays with great entertainment and lots to do in the hotel.
Things to do in Golf del Sur
- Golf: Originally build to be a top destination on the island for golfers, Golf del Sur has plenty of
- Tenerife Green Bowls: Wether you have or haven’t tried lawn bowling before, you can do it here. Shoes and bowls or for hire.
- Watersports: Jet skiing, fishing and diving can all be done here from the local Marina.
- Los Abrigos: The neighboring village of Los Abrigos makes an excellent place to walk to. Especially in the evening it is very nice to go for dinner here.
- Hiking: From here you can walk to the nearby Costa del Silencio, Las Galletas and the Montana Amarilla mountain and swimming area.
- Hire a car: This area is located close to so excellent zoo’s, waterparks and amusement parks. However getting there without a car can be challenging. Hiring a car will help you get the most out of your holiday.
Restaurants
It is pretty cheap to eat and drink here in the Golf del Sur compared to some more touristic areas in Tenerife. I do not mean that the quality is low… more that there is a large variety and choice of restaurants that offer food at everyday Tenerife prices. Most of the variety you will find in the San Blas shopping centre and right next to the Playa San Miguel de Abona beach.
For a change of scenery and great fish restaurants, you can easily walk over to the nearby Los Abrigos village.
Nightlife
You will find most nightlife in the San Blas shopping area, but don’t expect any clubs or discos. Instead, it’s mostly a large selection of international bars. There are also some other bars and pubs spread over the whole area, but the Golf del Sur area is not about parties or loud nightlife; it’s more a place to relax and have a few drinks.
Tenerife airport to Golf del Sur
Golf del Sur is closest to the Tenerife South Airport (TFS) and only a 9 kilometer drive away. The Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is 72 kilometers away. So it is best to fly to the Tenerife South Airport:
- Public transport (2.45 €/pp): An excellent option to get you to Golf del Sur, yet the direct bus does not go very often so check your arrival time before. With transfers it can take over an hour even tho it is only 9 kilometers.
- Shuttle bus online (5.16 €/pp): In general a much better option for solo travelers and couples for just a few euros more as they go much more often, there is no need to transfer and you get dropped of in front of your hotel
- Taxi or minibus online (31.06 €): The best option for those traveling with 4 or more or those who need child safety seats.
- Taxi at the airport (18.00 €): A bit cheaper but in weekends or evenings arrivals the price will be about the same as the ones you book online. No child safety seats and maximum 4 people in a taxi.
When to go
Golf del Sur has like most of Tenerife excellent holiday weather all months of the year. While winter months are colder, this area has similar weather to hottest and more popular areas on the island in the South but it can get a bit more wind. This makes it ideal and refreshing during the hottest summer months but in winter, and especially in the evenings, it can make it feel a bit colder.
During November and May this area might feel a bit empty as there are less tourist here then. If you like it like that, then May has excellent budget friendly deals with good weather. But June and September have excellent value for money if you like a few more people around.
