Barcelo hotels in Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

Gran Canaria Beach Travel Guide

The Canary Islands are renowned for their year-round sunshine which makes Gran Canaria a popular beach destination for tourists. Still busiest during the summer months, you will also find holiday goers on the beaches of Gran Canaria over Easter or even Christmas.

Beach Hotels in Gran Canaria

You are spoilt for choice in Gran Canaria for beach hotels for every taste. Many beach hotels in the Maspalomas area are perfect for families whereas the picturesque hotels in Puerto de Mogan are ideal for a romantic getaway. From 5-star golf and spa resorts to modern beach hotels with stunning views, Gran Canaria is an excellent beachside location. It is advisable to book your beach hotel in Gran Canaria early as they can book up quickly, particularly during the school holidays.

Beach Activities in Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria is the perfect destination whether you are planning on relaxing on the golden sand beach the entire time or embracing the many water sports on offer. The warm sea makes it perfect for water activities such as banana boating, parasailing and the thrilling flyboarding. Aqualand in Maspalomas is also a popular attraction for families visiting the area.

You can still enjoy the sea air even if you are not a fan of water sports. A relaxing boat trip on a glass bottom ferry allows you to enjoy the sea breeze while keeping dry. Stop in Puerto Rico, a lively, family friendly part of Gran Canaria with beautiful unspoilt beaches and cafes to enjoy an ice-cream.

A number of day excursions will take you on various adventures through the different beaches of Gran Canaria. Dolphin and whale watching is a highlight in the beautiful warm water of the Atlantic Ocean. Stop off for a snorkel on your way back to shore and spy flying fish and turtles too.

Take a visit to the famous golden sandy dunes of Maspalomas where you can explore the area on the back of a camel for a truly once in a lifetime experience. This is a great way to view the rugged landscape of Gran Canaria in all its glory.

Places to Eat and Drink in Gran Canaria

The cuisine in Gran Canaria is definitely something to experience, combining traditional Spanish flavours with African and Latin-American influences. Gran Canaria is a fish lover’s paradise, the village of Mogan is filled with restaurants serving freshly caught seabream coated in garlic butter.

Of course tapas is still a popular tradition in Gran Canaria and you will find many beach bars that serve an amazing selection of small plates of chorizo, prawns and olives with a glass of wine mid evening. There is also a fantastic selection of cocktail bars across the beaches of Gran Canaria that are perfect for enjoying a fruity drink as the sun sets.

The Playa del Inglés is an energetic part of the coast, famous for their fantastic nightlife with an entire area dedicated to bars and clubs to enjoy the party atmosphere in after dinner.