Geographically speaking, Costa Adeje is an extension of the tourist hotspots Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas. However, this coastal town in the south-west of Tenerife sets itself apart from the clichéd ‚party tourism‘ of its neighbouring towns, which are known for their revellers.
Costa Adeje Travel Guide – General Information
Costa Adeje came to particular prominence in September 2008 when Siam Park, Europe’s largest water park, opened. But there is much more to discover. You can find out exactly what in our detailed Costa Adeje Travel Guide below.
Costa Adeje in figures
The town has a population of around 37,000. This means that not everyone you meet there is necessarily a tourist. The municipality and town of Adeje together cover an area of 106 square kilometres. They stretch for a length of around 20 kilometres.
The districts of Costa Adeje
The Villa de Adeje forms part of the municipality of Arona. The town is divided into various parts. These include, first and foremost, the town centre of Adeje, as well as Adejo Casca and Costa Adeje. The latter is then further subdivided as follows: Costa Adeje – El-Beril, Costa Adeje – Playa de Fañabe, Costa Adeje – Playa del Duque, Costa Adeje – San Eugenio and Costa Adeje – Torviscas. However, from tourists to taxi drivers, everyone generally refers to the coastal resort simply as ‚Costa Adeje‘. So, if you want to give a more precise location, you should simply know the name of a major road or a well-known hotel near the place you’re looking for.
The history of Costa Adeje
Costa Adeje was developed to enhance the image of the south of the Canary Islands of Tenerife. And the project was a success: the town quickly became synonymous with luxurious holidays where sunshine is guaranteed. There are now numerous four- to five-star hotels in Costa Adeje, which attract hundreds of thousands of tourists year after year.
The town takes its name from the small municipality of Adeje, whose historic centre lies some 300 metres above the coastline. Costa Adeje, which was created specifically for tourists, should therefore not be confused with the inland town, which is considered one of the wealthiest on Tenerife.
Restaurants in Costa Adeje
Costa Adeje is most popular with British tourists. In addition, an increasing number of Russian visitors are also coming to this upmarket area in the south of the island. Many pubs and restaurants offering cheap deals – and, as a result, lower quality – are mixed in amongst the more upmarket restaurants.
If you’re looking for places to go out in Costa Adeje, you can make use of our extensive database. It not only features the best restaurants in Costa Adeje, but also all the key information on opening times and how to get there, as well as various other filter options, such as
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Places of interest in Costa Adeje
The town is very well maintained. To ensure visitors are completely satisfied, the beaches have also been beautified. The black lava rock, which can still be seen in places below the promenade, has had to make way in other areas for Sahara sand imported specifically for this purpose. A wide variety of water sports facilities were quickly added – but more on that later.
Historic buildings? None to speak of!
However, the town has no historic buildings to speak of. These can be found further inland in Adeje, which we’ve already discussed. Costa Adeje, on the other hand, is regarded as a planned town built for tourism, and so its architectural history only begins in the 20th century.
The Promenade – Costa Adeje’s stroll
The Costa Adeje promenade is certainly worth a visit. It stretches for many kilometres. Numerous restaurants, bars and shops have sprung up along this promenade, which are well worth exploring whilst on holiday. Strolling along it is a real pleasure, especially in the evening when the temperatures remain warm. But even during the day, this pedestrianised area along the coast is bustling with people – and rightly so!
Leisure activities in Costa Adeje
Anyone who gets bored in the south of Tenerife hasn’t really explored the town properly. Costa Adeje is a bit like a huge theme park. There’s something to discover on every corner. Here are a few suggestions:
From active holidays to competitive sport
Active holidaymakers in particular will find plenty to keep them occupied in the south of Tenerife. Along the promenade, there are numerous small shops advertising all sorts of sporting activities, from diving and snorkelling to water skiing, windsurfing and paragliding. There are also various golf courses that attract even professionals. Costa Adeje therefore offers a comprehensive holiday experience to suit the preferences of almost every tourist.
Whale watching in the south of the island
In particular, the whale-watching trips are heavily promoted in the small shops and by individual vendors right on the promenade. The trips set off from the harbours at either end of the coastline. Visitors to the city should definitely set aside a day to join one of these tours. We’ll explain why in our in-depth article on Whale Watching in Tenerife.
Siam Park: the city’s swimming pool
The nightlife of Costa Adeje
Costa Adeje really comes alive at night. Along the promenade, numerous upmarket clubs and cocktail bars await guests. The lounge music can often be heard from the neighbouring area. Drinks are particularly pricey along the promenade, but in return, a carefully curated overall experience is on offer.
If you fancy taking it a bit easier, you can head for the smaller bars and cafés in the second and third rows. Many of these also feature live music. You can also enjoy light snacks or tapas at affordable prices.
The weather in Costa Adeje
Sun over the sea off Costa Adeje. Photo: Johannes Bornewasser
The town is situated in the south of Tenerife and is therefore in one of the sunniest regions in Europe. An old advertising slogan even plays on the image of the „town with guaranteed sunshine“. Although climate change is also making itself felt in the Canary Islands, the weather around Costa Adeje is in fact often sunnier than, for example, in Puerto de la Cruz in the north. Statistically speaking, there isn’t even a single day of rain in July. You can find the current weather for Costa Adeje here on our website under ‚Weather in Southern Tenerife‘.
Who is Costa Adeje particularly suitable for?
The town primarily attracts sun-seeking visitors of all ages. Families with children will also find plenty to enjoy in the generally upmarket hotels and apartment complexes. Those looking for a party scene, on the other hand, should head for the neighbouring towns of Playa de las Américas or Los Cristianos. Prices are on the higher side by Canary Islands standards, but the value for money is absolutely spot on.
Costa Adeje live
By the way, you can find our webcam for Costa Adeje here.
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