Salinetas

Salinetas is a small Telde beach south of Melenara, offering a more sheltered and local east-coast bathing spot with dark sand and a quieter neighbourhood feel.

The Vibe

The atmosphere is relaxed, local and family-oriented. Salinetas is not a large beach, and it does not try to be. Its appeal is scale: small enough to feel comfortable, close enough to services, and quieter than the bigger resort beaches.

Families and local swimmers use it when conditions are good, while snorkellers may enjoy the rocky edges and clear water on calmer days. The mood is low-key, practical and friendly, especially for visitors who prefer a beach that feels part of a residential coast.

It is a good Blue Flag page for people looking beyond the standard south-coast names.

The Local Anchor

The local anchor is the Telde beach chain. Salinetas sits close to Melenara, La Garita and Hoya del Pozo, making it part of a coastline where several small beaches provide different moods within a short distance.

The official 2026 Blue Flag list includes Salinetas under Telde.

The Landscape

The beach has dark volcanic sand, rock edges and Atlantic water. It is more compact than Melenara and less urban-feeling than La Garita, though still clearly part of a settled coastline.

The east coast can be affected by wind, so live conditions help visitors judge comfort. Salinetas is best described as a sheltered local beach rather than a big resort strand. Its charm is modest, practical and local.