Little-known spot in the Canary Islands named 'cheapest' for summer holidays
A lesser-known resort in the Canary Islands has been named Spain's best value destination for summer holidays this year - and it's right by some popular hotspots
Brits heading to the Canary Islands this summer may want to consider a trip to Tenerife - but not necessarily to famous resorts such as Costa Adeje.
If you're looking for Spain holidays on a budget, then the island's Costa del Silencio needs to be on your radar, as it's recently been revealed as the Canaries' best value destination for summer. According to research from TravelSupermarket, a week's holiday in Costa del Silencio comes in at an average of £424pp between May and September, making it the cheapest in rankings out of all the Spanish hotspots compared.
"Costa del Silencio offers exceptional value for those seeking summer sun in the Canaries," explained Steph Marinkovic, Head of Editorial at TravelSupermarket. "What's great about this spot is that it's much quieter than Tenerife's busy southern resorts, but it's super affordable.
"You've got the amazing golden Montaña Amarilla volcanic formation right on your doorstep - one of Tenerife's most Instagram-worthy natural landmarks – without paying the premium prices you'd expect for such spectacular scenery. The destination is known for excellent snorkelling and diving opportunities in its crystalline waters, as well as easy access to nearby Golf del Sur for affordable golfing."
It's worth noting that if you're after Tenerife's iconic nightlife, then this may not be the destination for you, as the name aptly suggests! However if you're looking to make the most of the island's gorgeous beaches, or want to enjoy some of the sunshine without having to brave the crowds, then there's plenty of appeal.
That's not to say there's no atmosphere at all; you'll still find plenty of restaurants and bars, but there tends to be more of a laidback vibe to the area. Oh, and if you do want the odd night out or two, it's just a 20-minute drive to popular areas such as Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas.
Costa del Silencio was the top best value destination in the Canaries, but for all Spanish destinations overall it was the charming town of Manilva which took the top spot in the rankings. The tiny seaside town boasts beautiful beaches and vineyards, and sits right by Costa del Sol so you can easily access all of the resort's iconic beaches and party towns.
Meanwhile if you're after more Spanish getaway inspiration, you can check out Spain's top 10 best value destinations in the list below:
Manilva, Costa del Sol (£371)
Costa del Silencio, Tenerife (£424)
S'illot, Majorca (£449)
Calpe, Costa Blanca (£470)
Cala Ratjada, Majorca (£488)
Callao Salvaje, Tenerife (£498)
Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava (£508)
Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife (£512)
Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava (£522)
El Arenal, Majorca (£535)
Steph added: "Across the top ten, we see a mix of established resort towns and lesser-known gems, giving budget-conscious travellers plenty of options for their summer getaway. No matter your beach holiday style – whether you prefer authentic villages, vibrant resorts, or family-friendly beaches – there's a bargain destination in Spain to match."
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