The best resorts in gran canaria

Isabella Noble Destination expert 25 February 2025 5:30pm GMT All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this

never affects our rating. Our expert writers are usually hosted on a complimentary basis in order to gain the first-hand experience necessary for their review. Lagoon-like pools twinkling in

the shadow of rustling palm trees, crisp volcanic wines served alongside fresh seafood lunches and drift-right-off spas overlooking the deep-blue Atlantic Ocean – Gran Canaria's

resorts have more to offer than you might think. Whether you're seeking all-inclusive, adults-only or family-friendly, these impressive retreats cater to a broad range of travellers.

Gran Canaria is the third-largest of Spain’s Canary Islands and draws visitors year-round. Winter temperatures climb to around 20 degrees, while the height of summer averages around 26.

Dozens of beaches fringe the shores, while the island's mountainous, verdant interior feels worlds away from the rippling southern dunes. You'll find everything from chicly

designed grown-up escapes to activity-packed havens for the whole family in the south of the island. Read on to discover the best resorts in Gran Canaria. ------------------------- HOW WE

REVIEW Every hotel in this curated list has been visited by one of our expert reviewers, who are usually hosted on a complimentary basis. They stay for a minimum of one night, test at least

one meal and trial other experiences that the hotel might have to offer.    ------------------------- ------------------------- AT A GLANCE, THE BEST RESORTS IN GRAN CANARIA   * THE BEST

RESORT IN GRAN CANARIA OVERALL: Seaside Palm Beach * THE BEST RESORT IN GRAN CANARIA FOR FAMILIES: Lopesan Villa Del Conde * THE BEST RESORT IN GRAN CANARIA FOR COUPLES: Salobre Hotel Resort

& Serenity * THE BEST RESORT IN GRAN CANARIA FOR OLD-WORLD CHARM: Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia  • The best hotels in Gran Canaria SALOBRE HOTEL RESORT & SERENITY Salobre, Gran

Canaria, Spain 8 Telegraph expert rating Blending into its surroundings not far from Maspalomas, Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity is one of the best places to stay in Gran Canaria for

complete relaxation. Ochre-coloured stone from the south of the island’s Ayagaures has been used in the exteriors, reflecting the area’s volcanic landscape, potted cacti and wicker furniture

give the interiors a tropical feel, and even the staff are dressed in terracotta-hued uniforms. With two golf courses right on the doorstep, keen golfers will be right at home here, and

though it's hotter here than on the coast, the splash pools and sleek 11th-floor infinity pool go some way to compensate for the lack of an ocean breeze. Read expert review From £ 173

per night Check availability Rates provided by Booking.com LOPESAN VILLA DEL CONDE RESORT & THALASSO Gran Canaria, Spain 8 Telegraph expert rating Set apart from Meloneras’ shopping

centres, you would be forgiven for considering Villa del Conde isolated – until you realise, as its name suggests, that it’s a village in its own right. There's a plaza that feels more

like a square, while accommodations mimic traditional Canarian houses. The resort gardens include a putting green and there’s also a neat gym. Meloneras hotels are noted for their wellness

facilities, and Lopesan Villa del Conde is no exception. The adults-only Corallium Thalasso spa is open daily and offers packages, ranging in duration from three days up to a week, including

circuits, facials and algae wraps. Read expert review From £ 134 per night Check availability Rates provided by Booking.com • Where to stay in the Canary Islands SANTA CATALINA, A ROYAL

HIDEAWAY HOTEL Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain 9 Telegraph expert rating The Santa Catalina, set amidst the palm and dragon trees of the charming Parque Doramas, lies two miles from both Las

Canteras beach and the historic Vegueta quarter. The interior exudes refinement with high ceilings, marble floors and sophisticated lounges opening up from silent corridors. Outside, the

five-storey façade resembles a colonial mansion with intricate carved balconies, Moorish arches and twin Indian towers. The vibe veers towards hushed, but not in an intimidating way, and

away from the many terraces, there's a quiet pool area with Bali beds. Bedrooms are decorated in neo-classical style, with sturdy, dark wood furnishings and marble floors, and most

offer views of the park. Read expert review From £ 173 per night Check availability Rates provided by Booking.com • The best family-friendly hotels in Gran Canaria HOTEL CORDIAL MOGÁN PLAYA

Puerto de Mogan, Gran Canaria, Spain 8 Telegraph expert rating A sprawling, four-star family hotel within 10 minutes’ walk of Playa de Mogan and the harbourfront, Hotel Cordial Mogán Playa

offers an amazing array of facilities including a dive centre, an archaeological park and two lagoon pools. Although somewhat dated in décor and furnishings, the rooms are warm and

colourful, featuring terracotta floors, bright prints on pastel orange walls and pool views. There's a children’s pool and playground, plus a kids’ club, a games arcade and day/evening

entertainment. Meanwhile, parents can enjoy the Inagua spa with its indoor and outdoor pools, pretty garden area and tempting menu of massages. Read expert review From £ 178 per night Check

availability Rates provided by Booking.com • The best beach hotels in Spain SEASIDE GRAND HOTEL RESIDENCIA Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, Spain 9 Telegraph expert rating A gentle colonial

elegance rules at this verdant oasis of sophistication in Maspalomas. It's positioned in a palm tree-strewn area five minutes on foot from the dunes, beach and a lagoon that attracts

dozens of migratory birds. Cream façades and terracotta roofing evoke a Spanish charm of old, while dark wood furnishings and elegant pastel shades paint a refined vibe. The heated saltwater

pool is the hub of all the inactivity. Extra plump mattresses cushion the sunbeds, and the shade from wooden parasols and a legion of palm trees provides respite from the sub-tropical rays.

The staff are spectacularly friendly and efficient, from the waiters to the housekeepers – many have been here for years and are on first name terms with guests. Read expert review From £

461 per night Check availability Rates provided by Booking.com • The best all-inclusive Gran Canaria hotels SEASIDE PALM BEACH Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, Spain 8 Telegraph expert rating

Maspalomas is not as built up as its noisy neighbour Playa del Inglés, so hotels tend to be closer to the beach from which the resort takes its name. Seaside Palm Beach is no exception. The

dunes and the five-mile stretch of shoreline that make up a coastal nature reserve are within comfortable walking distance. The hotel has a considered 1970s style, with colours that are big

and bold but reflect the hotel’s location. Vivid oranges and yellows represent the sun, beige mimics the sand and blues reflect the ocean and sky. There are a total of five pools within the

palm protected gardens and a tennis coach is available for those looking to brush up on their aces on the hotel’s court. Read expert review From £ 281 per night Check availability Rates

provided by Booking.com • The best family-friendly hotels in the Mediterranean HOTEL RIU PALACE MELONERAS Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, Spain 8 Telegraph expert rating A refined oceanfront hotel

with sophisticated touches, an unpretentious atmosphere and direct access to the Costa Meloneras promenade. Like most of the Riu hotels in these sunny isles, the emphasis at the Riu Palace

Meloneras is on light, space and the outdoors. While high ceilings, white leather-clad columns and polished marble style the lobby, the outside is awash with lawns, palm trees and other

sub-tropical shrubbery bordering the aquatic blue of the five main swimming pools. The streamlined rooms are larger than average – all are bright and airy, with plenty of light thanks to

floor-to-ceiling balcony or patio doors. Although the décor and furnishings are muted and minimalist, sofas and plush fabrics soften the feel. Read expert review From £ 270 per night Check

availability Rates provided by Booking.com • The best family-friendly hotels in the Canary Islands • The best beach hotels in the Mediterranean SEASIDE SANDY BEACH Playa del Ingles, Gran

Canaria, Spain 8 Telegraph expert rating The resort of Playa del Inglés, home to a long sandy beach, is situated just 200 metres below this four-star, all-inclusive, family-friendly hotel.

This is also one of the area's liveliest places to stay, with a post-millennial rebirth of cool making it one of the best resorts in Gran Canaria. Dip in and out of the hip nightlife

and then retreat to this quiet spot. The hotel's design reflects the island’s proximity to North Africa and there’s a Moorish influence on the architecture, which includes a faux

minaret and horseshoe-shaped arches. Earthy tiles and ornate wooden furniture continue the Moorish theme through to the bedrooms, and most offer views of the gardens and pools below. Read

expert review From £ 176 per night Check availability Rates provided by Booking.com _Contributons by Matthew Hirtes._ THE BEST HOTELS IN GRAN CANARIA View all * SANTA CATALINA, A ROYAL

HIDEAWAY HOTEL HOTEL Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain 9 Telegraph expert rating Since 1899 this cultural icon has hosted royalty, dignitaries and the likes of Elizabeth Taylor a... Read

expert review From £ 173 per night Check availability Rates provided by Booking.com * SEASIDE GRAND HOTEL RESIDENCIA HOTEL Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, Spain 9 Telegraph expert rating A gentle

colonial elegance rules at this verdant oasis of sophistication in Maspalomas. Handsome ... Read expert review From £ 461 per night Check availability Rates provided by Booking.com * BOHEMIA

SUITES & SPA HOTEL Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria, Spain 9 Telegraph expert rating This trendy property overlooking Playa de Inglés beach is a beacon of boutique amongst a swathe o...

Read expert review From £ 253 per night Check availability Rates provided by Booking.com