Los Pocillos

Los Pocillos is one of Puerto del Carmen’s most useful beaches: long, wide and open, with enough space to absorb the resort around it. It sits between Playa Grande and Matagorda, giving visitors a beach that feels central but less compressed than the old-town end.

The Vibe

The atmosphere is family-friendly, active and breezy. Los Pocillos suits people who want an easy resort beach with room for walking, games, swimming and a full day on the sand. The promenade brings cafés, restaurants and accommodation within reach, but the width of the beach helps keep the mood relaxed. It is lively in season and popular with holidaymakers, yet its scale prevents it from feeling as tight as smaller coves.

The Local Anchor

Puerto del Carmen is again the practical anchor, but Los Pocillos has its own identity within the resort chain. It is the open middle ground: convenient for hotels and apartments, close to transport, and linked by promenade to both Matagorda and Playa Grande. That makes it a strong page for visitors who want reliability rather than exploration.

The Landscape

The landscape is broad and horizontal: pale sand, low development, palms, promenade and Atlantic sky. The beach is exposed enough for wind to matter, so daily conditions are important, especially for families planning swimming or shade. On settled days it becomes one of Lanzarote’s easiest Blue Flag beaches to recommend: spacious, accessible and simple to use, with the resort services close but not overpowering the sand.