Casa Grande Surf Hostel

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Tenerife · El Médano

Casa Grande Surf Hostel

Google rating 4.4/5 (272 reviews)

Family Fit Score 43

Overview

Casa Grande Surf Hostel offers simple accommodations in El Médano, just steps from the beach.

Casa Grande Surf Hostel features basic dormitory-style rooms and a private room in a relaxed atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a rooftop terrace with ocean views. The hostel is conveniently located near the beach, making it a good spot for those looking to surf or relax by the sea. While the hostel has a friendly vibe and helpful staff, some reviews mention cleanliness issues and basic amenities. It may appeal to budget travelers seeking a laid-back experience in a less touristy area.

Reviews from Google Maps

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  • SmileyMiley2304 2.0/5 · 3 months ago

    Very basic hostel with a very basic breakfast. Rooms are ok, but not a lot of space, the furniture is the cheapest and all in all it has a weird vibe. I recommend to book another hostel in el Médano.

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  • Bella 4.0/5 · 7 months ago

    Hostel is in El Médano, not very touristic place but very peaceful and close to the beach. If you want to explore island more there are buses close to the Hostel and they can take you anywhere. Its 2-3€ it depends where u going. The owner, she is very nice and helpful. People are very nice. The only thing i did not like there are no locks or pins in the rooms. So anyone who is not staying in the room can just come in if they want. No one did it for my room but there should me more security anyway. If I’m going El Médano again, i would stay in this hostel again. People were very friendly as well.

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  • Olli 3.0/5 · a year ago

    LOCATION The hostel boasts a superb location, just 15 seconds from the beach. You can conveniently access the hostel using a number code, making it easy to head out to the beach with just your towel. This prime location is one of the standout features of the hostel. CLEANLINESS While facilities that require daily cleaning are maintained, many areas of the hostel appear to have been neglected for a long time. For instance, the courtyard is covered in bird droppings, a space where many guests, often barefoot, hang their clothes to dry. The lack of a professional cleaning team is evident, as cleaning is not done thoroughly. SLEEP QUALITY The quality of the mattresses varies significantly. Some are in such poor condition that they are uncomfortable to sleep on. Although you can request a different bed without any issues, the problematic mattresses are simply passed on to the next guest, making new guests first nights potentially miserable. Additionally, the enforcement of quiet hours is lacking. The rooftop remains open without restrictions, and noise can easily be heard from the rooms, even as late as 2 a.m., making it difficult to sleep. SIZE AND ATMOSPHERE The hostel is smaller than expected, which limits the social opportunities, especially if you don’t speak Spanish. The limited influx of new travelers may also reduce the chance of meeting new people, a common reason many choose hostels. The small size and language barrier may hinder the social experience for some guests. AMENITIES The roof terrace is a pleasant spot to relax and read a book, offering a nice retreat within the hostel. However, the overall experience could be significantly improved with better management and more consistent enforcement of house rules. SUGGESTIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT I would personally prefer to pay an extra 5 euros for proper cleaning and for staff to enforce house rules more effectively, ensuring all guests feel comfortable and can enjoy their stay.

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  • Andreas Butry 5.0/5 · a year ago

    So it is a hostel, but this is more than that. It has a big dining room and a big living room plus a roof top terrace, I was living there for couple of weeks. It was very pleasant. The owner of the Hostel are also nice people!

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  • Nepheli K 5.0/5 · a year ago

    Nice hostel, very close to the sea. They allow you to use surf boards, snorkels, masks etc free of charge which is nice and I made use of. They also offer surf lessons and yoga sessions in the morning for an additional price. The bathrooms could benefit from a bit of cleaning but otherwise no complaints

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Best for

Budget travelers looking for a relaxed atmosphere near the beach.

Family Fit Score

Family Fit Score 43

Family score based on structured hotel features with weighted categories. Strongest areas: Review Signal and Quietness. Limited feature data is available, so some categories use neutral defaults.

Key family features

  • Near beach

Pros

  • Close to the beach
  • Friendly staff
  • Rooftop terrace with ocean views

Cons

  • Basic amenities
  • Cleanliness issues reported
  • Limited social opportunities

Parent tips

  • Consider bringing your own locks for added security.
  • Check mattress quality upon arrival.
  • Explore local cafes and restaurants nearby.

Rooms

Rooms are basic; check mattress condition and consider requesting a different bed if needed.

Food

Breakfast is basic; nearby cafes offer additional dining options.

Location

Located just seconds from Playa de El Médano, with several cafes and restaurants within walking distance.

C. Galo Ponte, 7, 38612 El Médano, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

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Nearby on the map

From OpenStreetMap within ~1500m (editorial nearby context).

Cafes & restaurants

  • Onda Café (~10m)
  • Madre Mia! (~10m)
  • Luna rossa (~15m)
  • Para llevar (~17m)
  • Wairua pizzeria (~19m)
  • Familiar (~23m)
  • Marazul (~31m)
  • L‘Acosta (~31m)
  • Basmati Indian Tandoori (~32m)
  • Heladería Picacho (~33m)
  • La boheme (~33m)
  • Hong Kong (~34m)

Playgrounds & parks

  • Plaza de Galicia (~245m)
  • Parque Jaquita (~909m)

Beaches

  • Playa Chica (~126m)
  • Playa de El Médano (~146m)
  • Playa del Médano (~360m)
  • Playa de El Cabezo (~406m)
  • Playa El Salado (~543m)
  • Playa Leocadio Machado (~555m)
  • Playa de la Jaquita (~925m)
  • Playa de Montaña Roja (~1002m)

Shops & essentials

  • Dialprix (~119m)
  • Dialprix (~138m)
  • Farmacia Médano (~144m)
  • Superdiplo (~153m)
  • Plasencia (~189m)
  • Superdiplo (~199m)
  • SuperDino (~254m)
  • Papamoa (~327m)
  • Dialprix (~1084m)

Nearby activities

  • Surfing and snorkeling equipment available for free
  • Yoga sessions offered nearby
  • Explore local beaches like Playa Chica and Playa del Cabezo

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