El Medano Holidays
El Medano Holidays Guide
If you want to be off the plane and by the beach as quickly as possible, try a holiday in El Medano. Popular with wind surfers and kite surfers for its epic beach location, this area of Tenerife's southern coast has more of a chilled vibe, with restaurants serving international food and surf shops dotted along the promenade. Take a look below for our guide to El Medano holidays and check out the latest package holiday deals above or search with our partners.
Getting To, From & Around El Medano
Situated in the south of the island, El Medano is one of the closest coastal towns to Tenerife's South airport, about a ten minute drive away. A taxi or hire car is probably your best option. A taxi will cost you in the region of €15-20 each way. In terms of public transport, although there are buses, neither of the main ones run to the airport, so you'll need to take two buses to reach the town from the airport, making a taxi more convenient although more expensive.
The town is quite self contained with mini supermarkets, bars and restaurants, and you could happily spend your whole holiday here. If you did want to head out of town, there are two public bus routes, one of which goes through San Blas, Golf del Sur and Costa del Silencio to Los Cristianos, and takes about 70 minutes to go the whole journey. From there you can either walk or take another bus to nearby Playa de las Americas and Costa Adeje. If heading beyond Los Cristianos, a car, either hired or taxi can be a much more convenient option.
If you've booked a package holiday, especially with the family, shared airport transfers maybe included in the price, or you could add this as you book.
Reviews When Booking Your Holiday In 2025
Wherever you choose to go on holiday, it's worth checking what people are saying about the destination and here is no different. Reviews of El Medano are very positive with many talking about its laid back vibe, soft sandy beaches and a local feel. It's certainly less touristy than you will find in other parts of Tenerife.
When To Go
The island is a great destination for weather but southern resorts like El Medano are perfect for year round sunshine. As the temperature cools a little in the winter months, it can often get a little windier, making this a fantastic spot for windsurfing. Generally you can expect the temperature to range between late teens to late 20s.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Medano like?
El Medano is a great seaside town, close to the airport. You won't find too many hotels here as it has more of a local feel but is popular with surfers and wind surfers for its soft sandy beaches and slightly windier weather.
Is there a bus to El Medano?
Yes, there is a bus that runs to Los Cristianos and one to Granadilla de Abona, but it doesn't go to the airport.
Are the beaches there nice?
The beaches here are soft golden sand, unlike other parts of the island which have traditional black volcanic sand.
