Self Catering Los Gigantes Tenerife: Where to Stay
Resort · Canary Islands · Tenerife · Spain
Looking at self catering in Los Gigantes, Tenerife, or a hotel with breakfast laid on? This small coastal town on the island's west side, also known locally as Puerto de Santiago, is home to around 2,700 people and has its own beach, Playa Los Gigantes, right in town. Tenerife South airport, served by direct flights from the UK, is about 30 minutes away by road. The weather is mild all year: the nearby Adeje station records daytime highs of around 21°C in January and 28°C in August, with almost no rain in high summer. This page shows live hotel prices so you can compare stays side by side before you book.
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- Playa Los Gigantes sits right in town, so the beach is never far from your accommodation.
- Tenerife South airport, with direct UK flights, is roughly a 30-minute transfer away.
- Mirador de Archipenque viewpoint lies just over half a mile from the town centre.
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Los GigantesProvincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife
2 sights · 30 min from TFS · on the coast
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Los Gigantes is a compact place rather than a sprawl of separate resorts, and the area also goes by the name Puerto de Santiago. With a population of around 2,700, it feels like a proper small town by the sea, and most stays put you within easy reach of Playa Los Gigantes, the town's beach.
If you want a view to wake up to or a short walk with a payoff, the Mirador de Archipenque viewpoint is about 1 km (just over half a mile) away, in the municipality of Santiago del Teide. For day trips further afield, the ferry port at Los Cristianos is around 16 miles away, and Santa Cruz de Tenerife is about 39 miles across the island.
Self catering, villas or hotels
British travellers looking at this part of Tenerife tend to weigh up three options: self catering, villas to rent in Los Gigantes, and conventional hotel holidays. Self catering suits a town of this size well, as you can shop and eat at your own pace and keep the beach as the centre of your day.
A villa makes most sense for families or groups who want space and privacy, and it pairs naturally with car hire so you can explore beyond the town. A hotel keeps things simple, particularly on a package where your transfer and room are arranged together. The hotel prices shown on this page are live, so you can see what is on offer for your dates rather than relying on a list that may be out of date.
Booking your stay well
Most holidays to Los Gigantes, hotel-based or self catering, start at Tenerife South airport, which has direct flights from the UK and sits about 30 minutes from town. Tenerife North is around 49 minutes away but has no direct UK service, so it rarely makes sense unless you are combining islands. A package bundles flight, accommodation and transfer, and you can compare offers from several package providers on this page, alongside car hire and tours and tickets.
The climate gives you a wide window: almost every month counts as a good time to go, with February the main shoulder month and the wettest stretch running from February to March. UK school holidays push demand and prices up, so if you are free to travel in term time, it is worth checking those dates first. Decide on board basis early, too, as a self-catering apartment and a hotel with meals included suit very different holidays.
When to go to Los Gigantes
March to December: daytime highs between 21°C and 28°C with little rain.
- 21°CJan9 mm
- 20°CFeb27 mm
- 22°CMar39 mm
- 23°CApr5 mm
- 22°CMay7 mm
- 24°CJun30 mm
- 26°CJul0 mm
- 28°CAug3 mm
- 25°CSept8 mm
- 26°COct12 mm
- 24°CNov17 mm
- 21°CDec17 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Next steps
Questions people ask
How far is Los Gigantes from Tenerife South airport?
The drive from Tenerife South airport to Los Gigantes takes about 30 minutes. Tenerife South has direct flights from the UK, which makes it the usual arrival point for British travellers. Tenerife North is around 49 minutes away but has no direct UK flights.
Is self catering a good choice in Los Gigantes?
For many travellers it is. Los Gigantes is a small coastal town of around 2,700 people with its own beach, Playa Los Gigantes, so a self-catering base lets you settle into the town's pace. You can compare live accommodation prices on this page.
Are there villas to rent in Los Gigantes?
Villas are one of the options British travellers look for here, especially families and groups wanting more space. A villa works well with car hire, which you can compare on this page, letting you reach places such as the Los Cristianos ferry port, about 16 miles away.
What is the weather like in Los Gigantes?
Mild all year. The Adeje weather station nearby records highs of around 21°C in January and 28°C in August, with lows rarely below 13°C. July and August are almost completely dry, while February and March see the most rain.
When is the best time to book a stay in Los Gigantes?
Almost any month works, with February the main shoulder month. UK school holidays bring higher demand and prices, so term-time travel is often better value. Comparing package providers and hotel prices on this page helps you spot the right dates.