Why Hire a Car for Las Teresitas?
While the beach itself is easy to enjoy for a day, having your own hire car lets you turn a simple beach visit into an unforgettable day exploring Tenerife's north-east coast.
From Las Teresitas you're perfectly positioned to discover: Santa Cruz around 10 minutes away, Anaga Rural Park around 25 minutes away, Taganana around 35 minutes away, Playa de Benijo around 45 minutes away, and La Laguna around 20 minutes away.
Many visitors arrive, spend a few hours on the beach and leave again. With a car, Las Teresitas becomes the starting point for one of Tenerife's most beautiful coastal adventures.
It's not just about visiting a beach — it's about discovering one of the island's most scenic regions.
Las Teresitas — Quick Facts
Why Las Teresitas Is Different from Tenerife’s Other Beaches
Unlike Tenerife’s natural black volcanic beaches, Las Teresitas is famous for its golden sand, calm waters and sheltered bay, making it one of the island’s most family-friendly beaches. Surrounded by mountains and palm trees, it offers a completely different atmosphere from the busy resort beaches further south. Many visitors come for the beach but leave remembering the drive through Anaga, the coastal viewpoints and the peaceful villages hidden among the mountains — Las Teresitas is more than a beach, it’s the gateway to one of Tenerife’s most beautiful regions.
What to see around Las Teresitas
A famous beach on the doorstep — and one of Tenerife’s most scenic regions just beyond it.
Playa de Las Teresitas
Golden sand, calm sheltered water and a dramatic mountain backdrop — one of Tenerife’s most famous and family-friendly beaches.
The Palm-Lined Promenade
A relaxed stretch of palms and cafés running along the beach — a lovely spot to slow down before or after a day of driving.
The Road into Anaga
Only a short drive away, the mountain road into Anaga Rural Park takes you from golden beach to ancient laurel forest in minutes.
Nearby: Santa Cruz, the island’s capital. Flying in? See Tenerife North Airport car hire.
Recommended Drives from Las Teresitas
Las Teresitas → Anaga → Taganana → Benijo
One of Tenerife's most spectacular coastal drives. Recommended stops: Mirador de Las Teresitas, Cruz del Carmen viewpoints, Taganana village and Playa de Benijo. Perfect for photographers, nature lovers, couples and anyone wanting to experience the greener side of Tenerife. Local tip: stop often — this route isn't about reaching Benijo as quickly as possible, it's about enjoying every viewpoint along the way.
Las Teresitas → Santa Cruz → La Laguna
Combine the beach with Tenerife's cultural heart. Recommended stops: Plaza de España, Auditorio de Tenerife and the La Laguna UNESCO World Heritage centre. Perfect for shopping, cafes, history and architecture. Local tip: leave the beach in the late afternoon and enjoy dinner in La Laguna — it has a completely different atmosphere after sunset.
Las Teresitas → El Pris → La Orotava → Puerto de la Cruz
A drive that showcases the diversity of northern Tenerife. Recommended stops: El Pris fishing village, La Orotava and Puerto de la Cruz, including Lago Martiánez. Perfect for food lovers, scenic driving and discovering authentic Tenerife. Local tip: plan lunch in El Pris — fresh fish beside the Atlantic is one of those experiences visitors remember long after the holiday ends.
Local's Pick: Mirador de Las Teresitas
Almost everyone visits the beach. Far fewer stop at the viewpoint above it. The Mirador de Las Teresitas offers one of the most iconic views in Tenerife, where the golden sand, turquoise Atlantic and surrounding mountains all come together. It only takes a few extra minutes by car, but the view is unforgettable. If you arrive early in the morning or just before sunset, you'll understand why so many photographers stop here. This is where people truly appreciate how unique Las Teresitas is.
Who Is Las Teresitas Best For?
Before You Drive Away
- Arriving earlier in the morning usually makes parking much easier, especially during weekends and holidays.
- The road between Las Teresitas and Anaga is well maintained but becomes narrower and more winding as you enter the mountains — take your time and enjoy the scenery.
- Don't judge the whole north-east by the beach — continue into Anaga and you'll discover forests, viewpoints and traditional villages that feel completely different.
- Bring comfortable shoes if you plan to stop at viewpoints or explore Taganana.
- Even if you're staying in the south, Las Teresitas is easily worth a full day's trip with a hire car.
- If you're planning to continue towards Benijo, allow extra time — you'll want to stop for photos more than once.
Airport Desk vs. Our Service
Traditional Rental
- Queue after landing
- Anonymous counter service
- Possible shuttle to a depot
Our Service
- Local driver waiting for you
- Car ready, keys in hand
- Straight on the road, no depot
Your car comes to you — no queues
Fly into Tenerife North and a local driver is waiting at arrivals with your car ready to go. A friendly hello, a quick look over the car together, keys in hand — and you’re on the beach within the hour. Staying nearby already? We can deliver to your hotel instead.
Why book with us, not a faceless chain
Backed by a 35-year local partner
We work hand-in-hand with our trusted Tenerife partner, Oasis — a family-run firm that has been on the island for over 35 years. Local know-how, with the ease of booking through us.
Delivered, not queued
Met at arrivals and handed over in person by a local driver — or delivered to your hotel. No counter, no shuttle, no wasted time.
Not just cars — memories
We’re really in the “remember the view from the mirador?” business. The car is just how you get there. Tell us what you want to see and we’ll point the way.
Our trusted local partner
The cars are supplied and delivered by Oasis, our partner on the ground — a family-run firm that has looked after visitors to Tenerife for over three decades. We handle your booking; they hand you the keys.
What’s included in every booking
- Full insurance cover as standard
- Unlimited mileage across the whole island
- Air conditioning in every car
- Free child seats on request
- Personal airport meet & greet (or hotel delivery)
How it works
Las Teresitas car hire — your questions answered
No. You reserve online for free and pay when you collect your car. There is no upfront charge to book.
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) is a short drive away via Santa Cruz, and we meet you at arrivals with your name on a sign. Staying nearby already? We can also deliver to your hotel - just ask when you book.
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 48 hours before your pick-up time, so you can book early with complete peace of mind.
Every rental includes full insurance cover and unlimited mileage as standard. Fuller cover options are available if you would like extra reassurance.
Yes, the minimum rental is 3 days. This keeps our pricing simple and lets us reserve the right car for your whole trip.
Of course. Baby seats, child seats and boosters are free on request - just add them when you book and we will have them fitted and ready.
The beach itself is easy to enjoy without a car, but Anaga Rural Park, Taganana, Playa de Benijo and La Laguna are only really practical with your own car. A hire car turns a simple beach visit into a full day exploring the north-east.
Yes - around 25 minutes. It's one of Tenerife's most spectacular coastal drives, so it's worth setting aside half a day rather than rushing it.
Arriving earlier in the morning usually makes parking much easier, especially during weekends and holidays.
It depends on your pace: a half/full day along the coast to Anaga, Taganana and Benijo, a half day combining the beach with Santa Cruz and La Laguna, or a full day west through El Pris, La Orotava and Puerto de la Cruz.
It's the viewpoint above the beach that most visitors never stop at - one of the most iconic views in Tenerife, where the golden sand, turquoise Atlantic and surrounding mountains all come together. Best early morning or just before sunset.