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New 5-star hotel in Playa Blanca labelled “an outrage”

Lanzarote Tiene Un Limite, the organisation that organised the protests against mass tourism last year and in 2024, has slammed the announcement of a new five-star hotel in Playa Blanca.

Registration opens for the Magma Triathlon in Playa Blanca

Yaiza Ayuntamiento has opened registration for the highly anticipated Magma Triathlon Lanzarote. The event will be held on Saturday, 11th April 2026, with Playa Blanca serving as its start and finish line.

New 5-star hotel to start construction in Playa Blanca this month

Construction of a new 97-room five-star hotel will commence this month in Playa Blanca.

Woman rescued at Papagayo Beach after fall

A woman was rescued by emergency services at Papagayo Beach in Playa Blanca yesterday afternoon, after suffering a serious ankle injury.

Yaiza invests €1.3 million in the Femés entrance to Playa Blanca

Yaiza Ayuntamiento has signed a €1.3 million contract to completely refurbish the entrance to Playa Blanca via Femés. Mayor Óscar Noda confirmed the agreement with the successful bidding company, Hermanos Tavío Santana S.L., on Monday.

Hiker rescued on Montaña Roja after fracture

Emergency services received another call-out to the increasingly popular route up Playa Blanca’s Montaña Roja yesterday.

Yaiza moves forward with Playa Blanca Promenade project

Yaiza Ayuntamiento has formally initiated the procedure to modernise the Avenida Marítima in Playa Blanca, submitting the first phase of its comprehensive project to coastal authorities for approval.

Playa Blanca welcomes the Three Kings

Yaiza and Playa Blanca were filled with magic and excitement on Monday, as the Three Wise Men made their annual visit. Their arrival brought together residents and visitors of all ages and nationalities, creating an atmosphere of joy and anticipation.

When do the Three Kings arrive in Yaiza?

Yaiza Ayuntamiento has released its full programme of events for the eagerly awaited Three Kings Day next Monday, 5th January. The highlight will be two traditional camel-led parades in the evening, though their Majesties Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar will be busy touring the southern villages from early morning.

Playa Blanca closed 2025 with Urban Music Festival

Yaiza brought 2025 to a vibrant close with a lively urban music festival that filled Playa Blanca's Plaza del Carmen.