4.5 (5)•Natural Pools•Punta del Hidalgo
Punta del Hidalgo is the north-east pool stop for people who want a whole coastal corner rather than a single basin of water. The pools sit beside village services, surf energy, the Altagay complex, a lighthouse walk and the first rough edge of Anaga.
On calm days it can be an easy family swim with showers and lifeguard presence. On higher tide or swell, the appeal shifts: waves slap the edges, the promenade becomes the safer plan, and the lighthouse walk often saves the outing.
Natural pools are only good when the ocean agrees. Treat swell, wind and escape plans as part of the visit.
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Guest review summary
Commonly mentioned by visitors.
People like the mix of ocean feeling and protected-pool structure, especially when the tide and swell are calm.
Showers, lifeguard presence and nearby village services make the stop easier than many rough lava pools.
The coastal walk, lighthouse views and Anaga backdrop give the area value even beyond swimming.
High tide, swell and wave wash can make the pools rougher than they first appear.
Warm-weather days can bring crowds around the most comfortable pool areas.
Water quality and seaweed can vary because the pools are still connected to the open Atlantic.
Recommended reviews
Kyrylo Shevchuk
Source: Google Maps
11 months ago
A very unusual and cool pool for those who are afraid or cold to swim in the ocean. The pool is free, relatively clean and comfortable, works around the clock. Well built, you can even catch splashes from the waves. But already needs a little restoration. A must-see.
Recommended.
Gabriella Olivier
Source: Google Maps
2 years ago
Amazing experience. We spent hours at this pool. My little sister wore goggles and followed little fish around all day. The water is salty but its not much of a bother because there are fresh water showers to rinse off.
There is not much shade so you should go early. That being said - we arrived around 11 during the week and managed to find a spot with shade for about 3 hours before the sun came over.
sophia
Source: Google Maps
7 years ago
Such a great place to swim in the sea with out the risk of sharp rocks! At low tide the pool is very calm, good for gentle to serious swimming. However at high tide it is more wavey and the waves are strong enough to push and pull you around/under so only go in if you are confident and strong at swimming though there is a bar that goes round the pool so you can hold on and the centre fountain has a ledge you can sit on.
Iriaxi Torres
Source: Google Maps
6 years ago
Gorgeous! I just love the places. Dont just stay at the beggining. Walk a little further it will be worth it, less people and an awesome view of the mountains
Stefan Mu
Source: Google Maps
3 years ago
Really cool natural swimming pool with lifeguards and the feeling of being in the ocean because the waves swap over the edges of the pool. The water was all in all quite dirty (but this is because the ocean there is full of trash in some parts) and nobody felt in charge to clean it up a bit so swimming in the pool was a bit disgusting sometimes.
More than a pool stop
Punta del Hidalgo works because it gives you options: swim in calm sea, walk by the lighthouse, eat locally, or continue toward Anaga.
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The lighthouse, coastal path, surf spots, local restaurants and the edge of Anaga are all close enough to shape a half-day plan.
The public pool areas are free. Altagay facilities in the same coastal zone have their own ticket and extras.
Yes in calm conditions, especially because services are nearby. In swell, use the promenade and lighthouse walk instead.
Yes. Punta del Hidalgo is more bus-friendly than many smaller natural-pool stops.
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