CANARY ISLANDS- Gran Canaria Island

Magnificent, endless sandy beaches, deserts and cities with interesting architecture - the seven islands off the coast of North Africa offer something for everyone. Hotels and aparthotels.

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Area information:
Between Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas is a nature reserve with a surface area of 400 hectares of golden sand dunes that can only be crossed on foot or by camel. To the west of the nature reserve is the Oasis, where many species of migratory birds make a stop on their way to Africa. Near the Oasis is the Lighthouse of Maspalomas, which was built in 1886 and is 65 metres high overlooking the surrounding area.

Marina Suites **** Puerto Rico

Set beside the marina in Puerto Rico, this contemporary aparthotel boasts fantastic views over the Atlantic Ocean from its outdoor swimming pool.

Relax surrounded by the Canaries' stunning scenery made up by sand dunes, volcanic rock and banana plantations along with the favourable year-round mild climate.

Hotasa Beverly Park ***

Set in tropical gardens just 300 metres from the beautiful beaches of Playa del Inglés, this modern holiday hotel lets you take advantage of the year-round sunshine of Gran Canaria.

At the Beverley Park you can enjoy a choice of 3 different outdoor swimming pools, one of which is heated during the winter months.

H10 Playa Meloneras Palace ***** Meloneras

This hotel is next to Meloneras Beach and Golf Course in southern Gran Canaria. It has 3 swimming pools, a sun terrace, spa and striking design inspired by Antoni Gaudí.

The lively resort of Playa del Inglés is around 10 minutes’ drive from the H10 Meloneras Palace. Gran Canaria Airport is just 25 minutes’ drive away.

Melia Tamarindos ***** San Agustin

The Meliá Tamarindos overlooks Gran Canaria’s San Agustín beach. It offers a spa, a range of restaurants and free onsite parking.

The hotel faces the quiet beach of San Agustín. It is 500 metres from a shopping centre and 3 km from Playa del Inglés beach.

Hotel Tryp Iberia **** Las Palmas - Hotel Chain: TRYP Hoteles

The Tryp Iberia is close to the old town of Las Palmas, overlooking the Atlantic. It has an outdoor swimming pool with wonderful views of the bay.

The hotel is located in the centre of Las Palmas, next to a new shopping mall. It is close to Las Palmas University, as well as sights such as the Cathedral. A bus stop can be found nearby.

Hotel Santa Catalina ***** Las Palmas

Santa Catalina Hotel Gran Canaria is situated in the residential area known as Ciudad Jardin, the garden city and in the middle of Doramas Park, with either a sea view or overlooking the subtropical gardens.

Aptos. Bluebay Beach Club **** San Agustín

BlueBay Beach Club is set just 15 minutes from the beaches of Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas. The complex has a heated pool with Jacuzzi, a sauna and fitness centre.

BlueBay Beach Club is within the exclusive Bahía Feliz area. There is free parking on site, and many bars, shops and restaurants can be found nearby.

Neptuno Hotel **** Playa del Ingles

Hotel Neptuno is next to the Hard Rock Cafe and Yumbo Shopping Centre, in lively Playa del Inglés. It caters for adults only, with an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi.

Playa del Inglés is located on the south coast of Gran Canaria. It is known for its many shops, restaurants and bars.

Apartamentos Judoca Colors Express ** Playa del Inglés

A welcoming complex of 12 apartments, the resort features unusual architecture, for which it received a prize in 1989, immerses clients in an exclusive and intimate atmosphere.

For a relaxing stay you can soak-up the sun before taking a dip in the swimming pool, designed for colour therapy, located just behind the seafront of the Playa del Inglés beach, which is less than 50 metres away.

Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort & Spa ***** La Playa de Arguineguín

This hotel offers luxury accommodation, with 7 beautiful outdoor swimming pools and a spa. It is set within the 36-hole Salobre Golf Course, in the south of Gran Canaria.

Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort & Spa has views of the golf course and mountains. It was designed to respect its natural surroundings, using local materials.

The hotel is just a few kilometres from Maspalomas Beach. There is a free shuttle service to the hotel’s private beach house. This offers a bar, changing rooms and a swimming pool.

Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort Spa & Casino **** Maspalomas

Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort Spa & Casino is set on the south coast of Gran Canarias, just 300 metres from Maspalomas Beach. It has a large swimming pool complex and tropical gardens.

There are sea views from the hotel, set next to Maspalomas Lighthouse. There is a nice seafront promenade and sand dunes nearby.

Meloneras Golf Course is just 1.5km away. The hotel offers a free shuttle service to the golf course.

Hotel IFA Dunamar **** Playa del Ingles

Situated on the sea front, the hotel overlooks Playa del Inglés beach, next to the famous sand dunes that stretch all the way to Maspalomas lighthouse.

A 4-star plus hotel, the cosy accommodation is distributed between the main building and the north wing, which houses a swimming pool and jacuzzi. Its pyramid-shaped architecture gives the hotel an elegant feel, not only in the main building but also in the bathing and solarium area.

Hotel Pujol ** Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Fully renovated in 2007, this charming family-run hotel offers comfortable accommodation at great rates in a fantastic location in the centre of Las Palmas, just metres from the beach.

Founded and run by the Pujol family since 1965, the hotel is situated in the very heart of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, just 50 metres from Playa de Las Canteras, the city’s main beach.

Hotel IFA Faro **** Maspalomas

Situated by the lighthouse that gives it its name, the hotel overlooks the sea and is just a few strides from the southern end of Maspalomas beach.

Thanks to the hotel’s unbeatable location, it offers spectacular views over a 6 km stretch of sand dunes and the ocean that bathes them. This 4-star plus hotel, renovated in 2005 and 2006, is flooded by daylight and has a functional and urban interior and décor.

Gran Vecindario Aeropuerto **** Santa Lucia

The Vecindario Aeropuerto hotel offers a prime location in Santa Lucía, next to the Atlántico shopping centre, one of the best malls of the island that offers cinemas, shops, specialised restaurants and many other leisure activities.

Only a 10 minute drive from the airport, close to the best tourist area of the island, the hotel is the perfect place to combine leisure and business.

Hotel IFA Continental *** Playa del Ingles

Situated in the centre of lively Playa del Inglés, the hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from a 6 km stretch of beach that extend up to Maspalomas.

This 3- star hotel, features a cheerful and relaxed ambience and many of its comfortable rooms, have sea views.

AC Hotel Gran Canaria **** Las Palmas

Located 300 metres from Las Canteras Beach, AC Gran Canaria offers a free Wi-Fi, a gym, sauna and outdoor pool.

The AC Gran Canaria is situated in the centre of Las Palmas, a 5-minute walk from the harbour and El Muelle Shopping Centre. There are plenty of shops, bars and restaurants in the surrounding streets.

Aparthotel Green Field *** Playa Del Ingles

Apart-Hotel Green Field is a harmonic and modern complex located in the heart of Playa del Ingles, 400 metres from the beach.

Among the facilities within the premises, there is a bar, a restaurant, a supermarket, a heated swimming-pool, private parking areas, entertainment, 24 hour reception as well as various leisure activities.

Gran Hotel Lopesan Villa Del Conde ***** Maspalomas - Hotel Chain: IFA Hotels

Overlooking the coastline, this stunning hotel is close to the Meloneras beach and just a short stroll along the seafront promenade to the Maspalomas lighthouse and extensive sand dunes.

The luxury hotel has been designed in a traditional Canary Island style; the reception imitates a neoclassical church in one of the island's villages, Agüimes and the rest of the complex reproduces its parks, plazas and stately homes with their wooden hanging balconies.

Aparthotel Riosol *** Puerto Rico

From this aparthotel’s hilltop position you can enjoy fantastic views over Puerto Rico bay, it offers facilities ranging from the outdoor pool to tennis courts and a buffet restaurant.

Start the day with a fabulous breakfast buffet before beginning your day of relaxation in the Canarian sunshine.

Fataga Hotel **** Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

This chic hotel is located in the most important commercial area of central Las Palmas. It has been designed especially for business guests visiting this sunny, holiday island.

The Fataga has been constantly renewed over its 60-year history to form one of the most stylish, urban hotels on Gran Canaria.

Morasol Suites **** Puerto Rico

Aparthotel Morasol Suites is the most luxurious and comfortable accommodation that Morasol Hotels have in the Canary Islands. Located just next to the Marina of Puerto Rico offering a magnificent views to the sea and just a 400 meters away from the beach, where you can enjoy the sea along with its golden sand and relaxing sun.

Aparthotel Puerto Azul Amadores *** Puerto Rico

The Hotel Puerto Azul Amadores is situated right on the top of one of the hills overlooking the bay of Puerto Rico with an unbeatable panoramic view of its sporting facilities and sandy beach in an enviable location.

Hotel NH Imperial Playa **** Las Palmas

CThe NH Imperial Playa enjoys a great position on the beach of Las Canteras Beach in Las Palmas. The Imperial Playa is just 10 minutes’ away from the centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It is close to shops, restaurants and bars.

Barceló Margaritas Hotel **** Playa del Ingles

Barceló Margaritas is one of the flagship hotels of Barceló Hotels & Resorts in the Canary Islands and is situated in Playa del Inglés, the islands most popular tourist destination.

Apartahotel Buenos Aires ** Playa Del Ingles

Located in the center of Playa del Ingles, night’s life area, with the Hard Rock Cafe in the building, and only 10 minutes walk from the beach. 150 apartments with pool view. Only 900 m till the beach.

Bungalows Kiwi * Maspalomas - Hotel Chain: Inturco Hotels

The Kiwi Bungalows complex is situated in Maspalomas, just 200 metres from the Faro II shopping centre, half a mile to the lively nightlife in Playa del Ingles and a mile to the Maspalomas sand dunes.

Bungalows Club Maspalomas Uno * Maspalomas

The Bungalows Club Maspalomas Uno are located in a quiet part of Gran Canaria. They have swimming pools, tennis courts and satellite TV. There are free transfers to Maspalomas beach.

Located 1.5 km from Maspalomas beach, the complex provides free transport to the beach each day (2 return trips) .

Dunas Canteras Hotel **** Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

The Dunas Canteras is set directly on Las Canteras beach, in the heart of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The hotel has an excellent spa and the restaurant offers great views.

The hotel offers great spa facilities. There is a hydrotherapy pool, turkish bath, thermal bath, hydromassage showers and relaxation area.

Vital Suites Hotel & Spa **** Maspalomas - Hotel Chain: Dunas Hotels & Resorts

Vital Suites offer luxury accommodation next to Maspalomas Golf Course, in southern Gran Canaria. The complex has an outdoor pool, gardens and a spa, free for guests.

The complex has a peaceful location, near the Maspalomas Sand Dunes. The popular Playa del Inglés Beach is just 1km away. Guests of the Vital Suites receive discounts at the nearby golf course.

Dunas Suite & Villas Resort **** Maspalomas - Hotel Chain: Dunas Hotels & Resorts

This hotel is surrounded by tropical gardens in the Campo International area of Maspalomas, just 800 metres from the beach in the south of Gran Canaria.

Several outdoor swimming pools and quiet, secluded areas make the Dunas Suites & Villas an ideal setting for a relaxing break for the family. You can also enjoy a round on the nearby golf course, just a 600-metre stroll away, where you can take advantage of the reduced green fees.

Búngalows Campo-Golf -Maspalomas

This beautiful complex consists of 90 bungalows (1 and 2 bedrooms) with a big swimming pool (approx. 700 square metres) and another smaller one for children, both heated in winter. A spacious sunbathing area around the pool invites for a relax as well as the well-kept gardens around the pool and the bungalows. Due to proximity to the ocean one can feel here the pleasant sea breeze.

Bungalows Parque Romantico ** Playa del Ingles (Las palmas de Gran Canaria)

Located a short stroll from the beach, Bungalows Parque Romantico is the ideal complex for a relaxing and sun-filled holiday with the family.

Enjoy a dip in the complex's lovely outdoor swimming pool, or sunbathe in the surrounding gardens. You can also get more active by playing a game of tennis on the courts onsite.

Dunas Mirador Maspalomas *** Maspalomas

This modern and lively hotel consists of 6 buildings and offers 5 floors (2 elevators available) and is close to Maspalomas. The young and the young at heart can enjoy a full programme of sports, games and entertainment. Two pools and a whirlpool invite everybody who loves water and the sun.

Marinasol Hotel *** San Bartolomé De Tirajana - San Agustín

Welcome to Aparthotel MarinaSol & Aqua Spa, a new health and holiday centre concept which combines the full range of services available in a hotel with the comfort of an apartment complex built to include every possible additional luxury to guarantee the maximum comfort.

Bungalows Parque Golf * Maspalomas

The Parque Golf Bungalows are set in the heart of the Maspalomas Golf Course, near the famous Sand Dunes. The complex includes a sauna, Jacuzzi and outdoor pool.

All of the bungalows at the Parque Golf come with a private terrace. They have a living room and a fridge. The bungalows are surrounded by garden areas.

Hotel NH Playa Las Canteras *** Las Palmas

The NH Playa las Canteras has an excellent location in Las Palmas, 30 metres from Las Canteras Beach. NH Playa de las Canteras is within walking distance of the El Muelle Shopping Centre and the Puerto de la Cruz.

The Alfredo Kraus Convention Centre is less than 5 km away. There is a bus stop metres away. The Las Palmas tour bus leaves from here.

Apartamentos Las Dunas ** Playa del Ingles

Apartamentos las Dunas are an attractive complex comprising 56 apartments that are only a mere 300m from the stunning beaches of Maspalomas. The apartments are very close to the city centre. It is a perfect choice for the whole family, since the Kasbah and Metro shopping centres are a brief stroll from the front door.

Aparthotel Playa del Inglés *** Playa del Ingles

The hotel at the center of the tourist resort of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, not far away from the beach Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas, famous for its dunes. A luxury location where our guests can enjoy the mild climate during the whole year.

Hotel IFA Catarina **** San Agustín

This friendly hotel is located in Playa del Inglés, very close to the Maspalomas sand dunes and not far from the beach, although there is a complimentary bus service.

Here you will find your own haven of peace and quiet in the large, breathtaking subtropical gardens which comprise 2 swimming pools, two jacuzzis and a waterfall.

Hotel IFA Interclub Atlantic *** San Agustin

This all-inclusive club is located in the higher part of San Agustín, nestled in a 10 acre park boasting fantastic panoramic views of the Atlantic and the vast Maspalomas sand dunes.

Sports enthusiasts area catered well at the club with multi-functional sports facilities including 4 tennis courts and sport grounds. You are also sure to be tempted by the nearby San Agustín beach or one of the 2 onsite outdoor pools, to cool off with a refreshing dip.

Hotel Dunas Don Gregory **** San Agustin

This popular, seafront hotel overlooks Gran Canaria’s San Agustín beach and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Relax on the beach or in the outdoor swimming pool.

One of the best features of the Dunas Don Gregory is its tropical gardens, which run down to the beach. Here you can lie back on a sun lounger of take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool.

Hotel Rural Las Calas **** Vega de San Mateo

This 17th-century manor house, set in the rugged Gran Canaria mountains, has been carefully lovingly converted into a charming country getaway.

Blending traditional Spanish and vibrant African styles, this peaceful hotel provides an enchanting setting for your visit to this sunny Canary Island. Las Calas is built around a colourful, tropical garden and features typical Canarian whitewashed walls, dark woods and ceramic plate tiles.

Broncemar ** Playa del Ingles

This apartment complex is set in the Playa del Inglés beach resort, in the south of the beautiful island of Gran Canaria.

Enjoy a dip in the complexs outdoor swimming pool, which comes with an additional childrens pool. You can also take advantage of the outdoor jacuzzi whilst enjoying a refreshing drink from the poolside bar.

Vista Serena Resort *** Maspalomas

These self-catering apartments are surrounded by beautiful gardens in the peaceful resort of Maspalomas, just 1 km outside of Playa del Inglés.

The Vista Serena features plenty of facilities to help you enjoy a relaxing break with family or friends in Gran Canaria.

Apartamentos El Paseo **** Playa del Ingles

This small, family-friendly apartment complex overlooks Playa del Inglés beach and the sand dunes of Maspalomas, 200 metres away on Gran Canarias south coast.

The environmentally friendly Apartamentos El Paseo are set beside their own outdoor swimming pool. It boasts a peaceful setting overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, yet is located just 250 metres from a range of shops, bars and golf courses. A range of water sports are also available in the local area.

Club Green Oasis Maspalomas Hotel ** Maspalomas

Club Green Oasis Maspalomas Hotel is located 25 km away from the airport, in the southern part of Gran Canaria Island.