What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de La Arena?

The coastline of Playa de La Arena is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Playa de La Arena?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa de La Arena, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Playa de La Arena is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Playa de La Arena good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Playa de La Arena does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Playa de La Arena for swimming is positive.

Is the Playa de La Arena good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Playa de La Arena secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Playa de La Arena is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Playa de La Arena?

Playa de La Arena can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers (caravans / tent)</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de La Arena?

The bar is located right on the Playa de La Arena.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Taberna de Soano is the closest place located 3700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa de La Arena?

There are 398 places to stay in the Playa de La Arena area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa de La Arena include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=25832&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Campomar</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=367461&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Playa La Arena</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=691166&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hospedaje Javier</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3748579&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Islabeach</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1551575&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamento del Abuelo</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5265430&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamentos La Pradera de Isla</a></li></ul>

How far is the Playa de La Arena from parking?

The Playa de La Arena has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa de La Arena?

There are 3 attractions near Playa de La Arena that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Faro de Cabo Ajo located in 1.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa de La Arena (Cantabria) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa de La Arena (Cantabria) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Playa de La Arena

La Arena Beach

Tobes, Spain

8.5

#3 out of 80 in Cantabria 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Isla • 1.3 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Piscinas naturales

3km

Park EVECAN SAFARI ADVENTURE

4km

Hiking Area Paseo de la Costa

4.8km

Park Plaza de la Villa

5.1km

Hiking Area Cala Punta de la Mesa

5.2km

Park El Molino De Las Aves

6.2km

Hiking Area Paseo que une Helgueras con El Brusco

7.5km

Park Playa perros de Helguera

7.9km

Hiking Area Pico Miravalles

8km

Spanish Restaurant Astuy Restaurante

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Taberna de Soano

8.6 - Excellent 3.5km

Bar Bar Las Gaviotas

8.8 - Excellent 3.9km

Restaurant Restaurante El Solievo

9.2 - Excellent 3.9km

Restaurant El Hórreo

8.6 - Excellent 4.2km

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Trastevere

8 - Very good 4.2km

Bar La Cabaña

8 - Very good 4.3km

Bar Garfanta Noja

7.4 - Good 4.3km

Restaurant Pombera

8.4 - Very good 4.4km

Supermarket Supermecado

2.5km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

2.8km

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

4.3km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

4.5km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

4.9km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

5km

Supermarket Coviran

5km

Supermarket Eroski City

5.4km

Supermarket Mi Alcampo

6km

Tourist Attraction Faro de Cabo Ajo

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Cabo de Quejo

2.4km

Museum Santa Olaja mill

2.9km

Museum Casa de las Mareas

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Gafas Gigantes de Noja

4.4km

Museum Palacio de Albaicín

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Cueva de Cucabrera

7.8km

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About

Playa de La Arena is located on the Cantabrian Sea and it is in the 3th place out of 80 beaches in the Cantabria region 19.4 km away from its center, the city of Santander. It is one of the beaches of Isla settlement, just 1.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Located within the settlement

Isla • 1.3 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Piscinas naturales

3km

Park EVECAN SAFARI ADVENTURE

4km

Hiking Area Paseo de la Costa

4.8km

Park Plaza de la Villa

5.1km

Hiking Area Cala Punta de la Mesa

5.2km

Park El Molino De Las Aves

6.2km

Hiking Area Paseo que une Helgueras con El Brusco

7.5km

Park Playa perros de Helguera

7.9km

Hiking Area Pico Miravalles

8km

Spanish Restaurant Astuy Restaurante

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Taberna de Soano

8.6 - Excellent 3.5km

Bar Bar Las Gaviotas

8.8 - Excellent 3.9km

Restaurant Restaurante El Solievo

9.2 - Excellent 3.9km

Restaurant El Hórreo

8.6 - Excellent 4.2km

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Trastevere

8 - Very good 4.2km

Bar La Cabaña

8 - Very good 4.3km

Bar Garfanta Noja

7.4 - Good 4.3km

Restaurant Pombera

8.4 - Very good 4.4km

Supermarket Supermecado

2.5km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

2.8km

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

4.3km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

4.5km

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

4.9km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

5km

Supermarket Coviran

5km

Supermarket Eroski City

5.4km

Supermarket Mi Alcampo

6km

Tourist Attraction Faro de Cabo Ajo

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Cabo de Quejo

2.4km

Museum Santa Olaja mill

2.9km

Museum Casa de las Mareas

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Gafas Gigantes de Noja

4.4km

Museum Palacio de Albaicín

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Cueva de Cucabrera

7.8km

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Barrio Mies de Ampudia • 2.4km from center

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1.8km from the beach

Finca Tarredonas

Chalet

Located at nearest locality

Isla • 2.8km from center

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2.2km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Apartamentos Torremar

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Located at nearest locality

Isla • 1.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

630m 8 min walk

Connected beach

Playa de La Arena - Los Nudistas

8 Very good

2.9km

Playa El Sable

8.2 Very good

2.9km

Playa de Quejo

8.1 Very good

2.9km

Playa de Los Barcos

8.4 Very good

3.1km

Playa de Cuberris

7.2 Good

3.3km

Playa Cuarezo

8.2 Very good

3.5km

Playa de Antuerta

7.3 Good

4.1km

Playa de Ris

7.9 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Isla • 1.3km

Main locality of province

Santander • 19.4km

Transport

Airport

SDR • 21.3km

Bus Station

Estación de Autobuses de Santoña • 11.8km

Train Station

Beranga • 10km

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La Arena Beach

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Hiking Area Piscinas naturales

Park EVECAN SAFARI ADVENTURE

Hiking Area Paseo de la Costa

Park Plaza de la Villa

Hiking Area Cala Punta de la Mesa

Park El Molino De Las Aves

Hiking Area Paseo que une Helgueras con El Brusco

Park Playa perros de Helguera

Hiking Area Pico Miravalles

Spanish Restaurant Astuy Restaurante

Restaurant Taberna de Soano

Bar Bar Las Gaviotas

Restaurant Restaurante El Solievo

Restaurant El Hórreo

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Trastevere

Bar La Cabaña

Bar Garfanta Noja

Restaurant Pombera

Supermarket Supermecado

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Coviran

Supermarket Eroski City

Supermarket Mi Alcampo

Tourist Attraction Faro de Cabo Ajo

Tourist Attraction Cabo de Quejo

Museum Santa Olaja mill

Museum Casa de las Mareas

Tourist Attraction Gafas Gigantes de Noja

Museum Palacio de Albaicín

Tourist Attraction Cueva de Cucabrera

About

Isla, Cantabria,

Hiking Area Piscinas naturales

Park EVECAN SAFARI ADVENTURE

Hiking Area Paseo de la Costa

Park Plaza de la Villa

Hiking Area Cala Punta de la Mesa

Park El Molino De Las Aves

Hiking Area Paseo que une Helgueras con El Brusco

Park Playa perros de Helguera

Hiking Area Pico Miravalles

Spanish Restaurant Astuy Restaurante

Restaurant Taberna de Soano

Bar Bar Las Gaviotas

Restaurant Restaurante El Solievo

Restaurant El Hórreo

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Trastevere

Bar La Cabaña

Bar Garfanta Noja

Restaurant Pombera

Supermarket Supermecado

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Supermercados Dia

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Lupa Supermercados

Supermarket Carrefour Express

Supermarket Coviran

Supermarket Eroski City

Supermarket Mi Alcampo

Tourist Attraction Faro de Cabo Ajo

Tourist Attraction Cabo de Quejo

Museum Santa Olaja mill

Museum Casa de las Mareas

Tourist Attraction Gafas Gigantes de Noja

Museum Palacio de Albaicín

Tourist Attraction Cueva de Cucabrera

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