Las Puntas is a popular part of the northern coast and a place where you can take a dip in the sea in the breathtaking scenery of a seaside rock gate made of old dried lava.

Rugged coastline and sea bathing

The Las Puntas coastline is visually extremely appealing.

Volcanic lava in contact with the sea has created incredible rock formations, dramatic scenery and countless small coves.

One of the coves, called "El Río", has a staircase and concrete area for safe entry into the water. However, there are no natural pools with protective dikes and swimming in the sea here is only safe when the water is calm.

El Río

Hotel on the reef

One of the landmarks of the coastline is a small stone building standing on a miniature lava outcrop with a narrow neck connecting it to the mainland.

The four-star Hotel Puntagrande claims itself to be the smallest hotel in the world. The building is actually small enough to fit on the narrow peninsula, and inside you'll find only 4 stylish but modern rooms.

Rates per night at this hotel start at 240 eur.

View rates and availability - Hotel Puntagrande

How to get there

Las Puntas is a place easily accessible by car. It's close to the main road connecting Valverde and La Frontera, and you can drive all the way to the coast, where you can park for free wherever you see a free space.

Bus line 4 (runs 6 times a day) connects the centre of La Frontera/Tigaday, Ecomuseo de Guinea and the natural pools of La Maceta directly to the coast and the Puntagrande Hotel.

For detailed information, including timetables, ticket prices and links to the official website, see the Transport section.