Playa del Duque

A Spot to Relax and Have a Good Time

The ever-popular Playa del Duque beach, located in the tourist region of Costa Adeje, in southern Tenerife, is the ideal spot for a classic tourist getaway: lay your towel on the sand and relax with all the services you need just a step away.

All of this is set in stylish surroundings, as this expansive stretch of golden sand and tranquil, clear waters, which has earned the prestigious ‘blue flag’, is adjacent to an elegant and inviting promenade lined with upscale cafés, renowned restaurants offering both international and Canarian dishes, and fashion boutiques.

In the vicinity, there are also several shopping centers and five-star hotels. The historical ambiance is enhanced by the Castillo del Duque [Duke’s Castle], which overlooks the eastern end of the beach and gives the beach its name from its intriguing history.

A beach offering complete amenities and minimal wind

Playa del Duque is a paradise for visitors who want no surprises on their holidays. As a beach that has been awarded the prestigious ‘blue flag’, it has every service necessary: lifeguards, showers, changing rooms, toilets, sunbed and umbrella hire service, parking and access with ramps and walkways for people with disabilities.

In addition, on the beach the visitor can rent all kinds of water attractions, from classic pedal boats and large beach floats to trending sports to get your adrenaline flowing, such as parascending (paragliding with a boat), flyboarding (water-powered hoverboard) or flyfish riding (a large inflatable platform dragged by a boat).

What’s more, Playa del Duque is located in the southwest of the island, so it’s sheltered from the winds that often hit other parts of the coast, and is protected by a breakwater that slows the Atlantic swell, making swimming and bathing a very pleasant experience.

Bay of Bahía del Duque and Castle of Duque de Abrantes

On the beach, your attention is immediately captured by the small cape that closes off the area to the east and a hill topped by the Castillo del Duque de Abrantes castle, after which the spot is named.

This stunning manor house, with its prime location overlooking the ocean and Bahía del Duque Bay, was constructed during the Second Spanish Republic by the Duke of Abrantes. His intention was for the building to serve as a residence for the exiled King Alfonso XIII, so he wouldn't have to travel abroad. However, the monarch chose to spend his exile in luxury hotels across various European cities instead.

The estate is now a private residence and is not open to visitors, although you can walk around the base of the cape.

Food Choices at Playa del Duque Beach

Adjacent to the stunning promenade along the beach—where you’ll encounter a viewpoint honoring Javier Pérez Ramos, a local hero who lost his life saving a tourist from the waves—there are numerous terraces and restaurants where you can enjoy a drink or meal without leaving the beach vicinity.

The most notable is La Torre del Mirador, a true balcony overlooking the Atlantic Ocean where you can admire the island of La Gomera while savoring exquisite grilled fish and seafood or creamy rice with lobster.

For tapas or a cocktail in the sea breeze, visit El Chiringuito on the beach, and on the oceanfront, try Café La Bahía or Bar Acanto.

Merely a short distance from shopping centers and luxury hotels.

Shopping and lodging are easily accessible in Playa del Duque. There are two nearby shopping centers to choose from. The open-air El Mirador shopping center, crafted to resemble a traditional Canary Island village, offers a delightful setting for strolling and window-shopping at exclusive fashion and design stores.

To the east of the beach, you'll find the modern and sophisticated Plaza del Duque shopping center, which provides everything you might need, including fashion and accessory stores, jewelry shops, perfumeries, cafés, terraces, and children's playgrounds.

Regarding accommodation, there are several five-star hotels near the beach, such as the Bahía del Duque hotel, which replicates a Canary Island Colonial-style village from the nineteenth century. Just five minutes by car from Playa del Duque beach, you can have a unique experience at the Royal Hideaway Corales Resort, perched on a cliff, this chic, modern property offers breathtaking sea views from spacious rooms with large balconies. Delight in multiple swimming pools, exquisite dining options, and impeccable service, all within a serene setting near charming village restaurants and beaches.