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Luxury Villa Rentals in Yaiza
Villas at the volcanic south-western tip of Lanzarote, between the fire mountains of Timanfaya and the coves of Papagayo
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Where the lava stopped and the beaches begin
Yaiza covers the whole south-western end of Lanzarote. The fire mountains of Timanfaya are at one end and the pale coves of Papagayo at the other. In between you will find a whitewashed village on the edge of the 1730s lava fields, vines planted in black ash, salt pans and a lagoon of improbable green. History started early here too: the Norman conquest of the Canaries began on this coast in 1402.
Most of our 48 villas are in and around Playa Blanca, the resort and ferry port at the island's southern tip. They are mostly contemporary houses in the low, white Lanzarote style, many with private pools. They range from two-bedroom villas for couples to family houses with up to 7 bedrooms.
Here is how the south divides up, what to see and when to come.
Yaiza at a glance
- Villas
- 48 in Playa Blanca and the south of Lanzarote, with up to 7 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,300 to £2,000 a week, from around £1,100
- Best areas
- Playa Blanca for beaches and the marina; Puerto Calero and the inland villages for quieter days
- Highlights
- Timanfaya National Park, the Papagayo coves, El Golfo's green lagoon and the La Geria vineyards
- Getting there
- Lanzarote airport is around 30 km from Playa Blanca, about half an hour by road
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Severalls | 4-Bedroom Villa in Playa Blanca Yaiza4 bedrooms
Rent Lanzarote Lobos Spain5 bedrooms
Rent Casa Lobos Spain4 bedrooms
Rent Villa Vesubio Spain4 bedroomsWhere to stay in Yaiza
Playa Blanca for the town beaches, Marina Rubicón and the Papagayo coves, Puerto Calero for a smaller marina on the east coast, and the villages of Yaiza, Uga and Femés for the volcanic interior.
A marina town at the end of the island
Playa Blanca began as a small fishing port and grew into the main resort of the south, without losing its easy-going manner. A long promenade follows the shore past the town beaches of Playa Dorada, Playa Blanca and Playa Flamingo to Marina Rubicón, where most of the better restaurants are.
East of town, inside the protected Los Ajaches Natural Monument, are the Papagayo coves: small bays of golden sand and clear water below ochre cliffs, reached by a dusty track. Go early in summer. Divers can also visit the Museo Atlántico in the bay off Playa Blanca, an underwater museum of sculptures by Jason deCaires Taylor.
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Fire mountains, a green lagoon and a salt pan
Between 1730 and 1736 a series of eruptions buried farms and hamlets across this part of the island. The result is Timanfaya National Park, which lies partly within Yaiza. A park bus takes visitors along the Ruta de los Volcanes, and at El Diablo, the restaurant designed by César Manrique, meat is grilled over the heat of the earth itself.
On the west coast, the lagoon of Charco de los Clicos lies bright green inside a half-collapsed crater, next to El Golfo, a hamlet of fish restaurants. Further south the Atlantic surges through lava caves at Los Hervideros, and the Salinas de Janubio make a fine sight in the late afternoon light.
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Vines in black ash and a balcony over the sea
Yaiza village sits on the edge of the old lava fields, a quiet place of whitewashed houses and gardens. A short drive away is Uga, home to the camels that carry visitors up the slopes of Timanfaya. Beyond Uga lies La Geria, where Malvasía vines grow in hollows dug into the volcanic ash, each one sheltered from the wind by a curved stone wall.
Femés, high in the hills at around 440 metres, looks down over the Rubicón plain to Fuerteventura and has a church dedicated to San Marcial, Lanzarote's patron saint. On the east coast, Puerto Calero is a small, smart marina with boat trips and good restaurants.
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Wrinkled potatoes, Malvasía and winter sun
Lanzarote eats simply and well. Expect papas arrugadas, small potatoes boiled in salted water and served with red and green mojo, along with grilled fish at El Golfo, local goat's cheese and dry Malvasía from the bodegas of La Geria, which is best tasted at the source.
The south of the island sees very little rain, so a villa holiday works in any month. Winter is mild and very welcome in a British February. Summer is hot but cooled by the trade winds, and the sea is warmest in early autumn. Our concierge can arrange transfers, car hire, boat trips along the Papagayo coast, tastings in La Geria and tables at the marina.
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Rent Casa Monaco Spain3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £1,988 a week
Villa Rubicon Blanca | 2-Bedroom Villa in Playa Blanca Yaiza2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £1,935 a week
Rent Villa Fuiji Spain4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £1,925 a week
Casa Playa Vista | 4-Bedroom Villa in Playa Blanca Yaiza4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £1,851 a week
Casa Playa Blanca | 4-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Yaiza4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £1,813 a week
Lanzarote Moon | 3-Bedroom Villa in Playa Blanca Yaiza3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £1,765 a week
Lanzarote Sun | 3-Bedroom Villa in Playa Blanca Yaiza3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £1,765 a week
Rent Casa Anvil Spain4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £1,736 a weekWhy book your Yaiza villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Yaiza's villas run from the seafront at Playa Blanca to quieter streets on the hillside behind it, and we know which are a short walk from the beach and the marina, and which have the views across to Fuerteventura. With 48 properties in Yaiza, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Airport transfers, car hire, boat trips along the Papagayo coast, ferry tickets to Fuerteventura, wine tastings in La Geria and restaurant reservations at Marina Rubicón and El Golfo. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Yaiza?
Playa Blanca is the best base for most visitors, with town beaches, Marina Rubicón and the Papagayo coves close by. Puerto Calero, on the east coast, is smaller and quieter, and the inland villages suit those who want to be closer to Timanfaya and La Geria.
When is the best time to visit Yaiza and Playa Blanca?
Any month works. The south of Lanzarote is dry and mild all year, so winter is popular for sun. Summer is hot with a steady breeze, and the sea is warmest in early autumn.
Can you visit Fuerteventura from Playa Blanca?
Yes. Ferries cross from Playa Blanca to Corralejo in Fuerteventura many times a day and take around 25 to 35 minutes, so a day trip to its dunes and beaches is easy.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Yaiza?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Yaiza cost?
Across our 48 villas in Yaiza, weekly rates typically range from £1,300 to £2,000, with the most affordable from around £1,100 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Playa Blanca?
Fly to Lanzarote airport, just outside Arrecife. Playa Blanca is around 30 kilometres away, roughly half an hour by road. Our concierge can arrange private transfers or car hire.
Are there villas in Yaiza for large groups?
Yes. Our Yaiza collection includes properties with up to 7 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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48 villas between the volcanoes and the sea, with a concierge who knows the south of Lanzarote