Best Luxury Hotels In Gran Canaria

This large and lavish resort has been attracting major celebrities from all over the world for many years and is the perfect place to rub shoulders with the rich and famous. Nature lovers are sure to be in their element here as in addition to being right on the edge of the sands of Maspalomas the enchanting lagoon and nature reserve of Charca is just a short stroll away. Guests should make sure that they select one of the spacious upper-floor suites so that they can take in the vistas of the dunes below from the serenity of their balcony.

Set just 800 metres from the famous sand dunes of Maspalomas, staying at the Hotel Riu Palace Meloneras is sure to make guests feel like royalty. Everything here has been created on an extremely large and lavish scale and the enormous lobby greats guests with its huge glass columns and decadent flourishes. While families are sure to enjoy splashing around together in the five large swimming pools, the little ones are also treated to their very own Mini Club complete with a private paddling pool. Adults are also treated to a fitness room and sauna to unwind in, while there are excellent dining facilities on the site. While each of the 484 guestrooms are comfortable, the more luxurious options are the superior double rooms.

Set in the upmarket beach resort of Meloneras, Lopesan Villa del Conde is one of the most decadent hotels in the whole of Gran Canaria. The lobby has been modelled after the magnificent Parroquia de San Sebastián, which is one of the island’s oldest and most striking churches. The lagoon-style outdoor swimming pool boasts an infinity edge allowing guests to gaze out at the ocean, while stunning ocean views can also be enjoyed from the rooftop terrace and the spacious balconies that join the largest suites and guestrooms.

Located just a short stroll from Las Palmas Marina in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel provides a lush retreat as it is surrounded by picturesque gardens. Stunning views of the marina can be enjoyed from the infinity edged swimming pool as well as the rooftop pool and spacious terrace. Food lovers will be able to enjoy gourmet cuisine at Poemas, while 1890 La Bodeguita specialises in tapas. Guests who want the opportunity to sample traditional dishes in a stylish setting should also make sure that they indulge in a meal at the Camarote Grill, while the Alis Roof Top Bar is the perfect place to sit and sip a cool cocktail or two while watching the sun set.

Everything about this grand hotel whispers exclusivity and there are plenty of unique touches for guests to enjoy. After entering the hotel on the 11th floor, guests take a lift down the cliff face to their room and the huge ocean facing outdoor swimming pool complex. The resort is also famous for is modern spa, which comes complete with a Finnish sauna, a traditional hammam and whirlpool tub, while there is a wide range of special treatments for guests to take advantage of. True luxury lovers will want to make sure that they book one of the two-bedroom Superior Suites, which feature 200 square metres of space including a terrace, a living room and a fully-equipped kitchen.

Set right on the edge of the pristine white sand of the Playa del Inglés, this five star establishment treats guests to a taste of the finer things in life. As the name suggests, this establishment boasts several spacious suites for guests to choose from and one of the choicest options is the Sky Suite. In addition to providing guests with a huge freestanding tub in the bathroom as well as an Illy espresso machine, this decadent suite also comes complete with a complimentary Audi A1 Sportback hire car. The balcony is also set with comfortable chairs that light up at night and couples are sure to want to take advantage of the decadent room service menu so that they can spend plenty of time here gazing out at the scenery.

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean is the luxurious Hotel Cristina by Tigotan Las Palmas, situated along Gran Canaria’s Playa de las Canteras. This adults-only hotel boasts 306 luminous rooms and suites with the option of beach or sea views and spacious terraces. The accommodation offers feature ‘The Romance’ – a stunning sea-view room with a whirlpool bath for two. Guests can dine in the morning or in the evenings in the Areca Restaurant. There is also the option to lounge in the Lobby Bar or soak up the sun in the Beach Club Pool Bar. This 5-star escape offers an outdoor heated swimming pool and a solarium for guests to relax in style. Guests can make the most of the fully equipped gym and state-of-the-art event spaces the hotel has to offer. Hotel Cristina by Tigotan is conveniently located near to the city’s commercial district and shopping centres.

The H10 Costa Mogán hotel is a seafront sanctuary on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria. This adults-only paradise boasts a selection of suites and junior suites offering floor-to-ceiling windows, balconies and terraces with unparalleled sea views over the shimmering Atlantic Ocean – featuring the exclusive Suite Sea View with a private jacuzzi on the terrace. Guests can choose between the à la carte and buffet restaurants or simply relax in Mogán Lounge Bar. Throughout the day La Marina pool bar and La Riviera Beach Club serve cocktails al fresco with a relaxing atmosphere. There is an outdoor swimming pool with loungers to spend the day or, alternatively, there is a fully equipped gym. The hotel offers the exciting Blue Team: entertainment programme which caters to all guests.

The Lopesan Baobab Resort is a five-star sanctuary in Gran Canaria’s Meloneras area. The hotel uniquely features African-inspired architecture and décor throughout. It boasts a marvellous selection of expertly decorated rooms and suites and features the Lopesan Baobab Royal Suite and its luxurious balcony offering spectacular vistas over the Atlantic Ocean and a private whirlpool. There are four innovative dining venues, including Akara and Baobab restaurants, serving African-inspired and international cuisines. There is also an array of bars to choose from featuring Henry Stanley – located by the waterfalls in a scenic cave. Guests can lounge in a hammock by the pool or make the most of the fully equipped gym and the table tennis and water polo facilities. The hotel is family-friendly and provides a kids’ club and fun-filled facilities such as a mini disco and a water park. There is on-site entertainment for all guests to enjoy.

The lavish oceanfront Radisson Blu Resort in Gran Canaria has everything you need for a rejuvenating Canarian escape. Guests can choose from a luxurious selection of spacious guestrooms, offering spectacular vistas over the gardens and the sea, and one- to three-bedroom suites. On-site dining includes the top-floor 222°SW Bar & Grill and La Canaria Buffet Restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. There are two swimming pools at the resort and a relaxing pool bar for guests to enjoy. The hotel’s spa and wellness facilities include an array of treatments, and a wellness circuit complete with a Finnish sauna. There are also beauty treatments and salon services available. Guests can also take advantage of the 24-hour fitness room, tennis, padel and volleyball courts. The hotel is perfect for the whole family and offers younger guests an exciting kids’ club while everyone is invited to take part the family programme.

Hotel Faro, a Lopesan Collection Hotel is a lavish seaside escape in Gran Canaria’s gorgeous Maspalomas area. Ideally located by the lighthouse, the hotel is an adults-only sanctuary overlooking the Atlantic Ocean with marvellous architecture and stylish décor. There is a selection of recently refurbished deluxe and superior guestrooms as well as spacious Junior Suites which have been decorated with a unique and contemporary style with some offering private balconies and terraces with panoramic sea views. Guests can lounge by the inviting outdoor pools or make the most of the sports and fitness facilities including a gym, tennis courts and discounted green fees at nearby golf courses. There is on-site entertainment day and night and a whole host of optional additional services available to guests. Guests are given complimentary access to the Blue Marlin Ibiza Sky Lounge Gran Canaria’s relaxing facilities throughout the week.

Located in the south of the island, Gran Canaria’s Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort & Spa offers guests from all over the world a Canarian getaway in comfort and style. There are 133 exquisite guestrooms and suites to choose from with offerings of private terraces, balconies and pools with splendid garden, mountain and sea views. The diverse selection of eateries includes El Churrasco and La Toscana serving Argentinian and Italian cuisine respectively while each of the four bars offers something new. The resort boasts four freshwater pools, four hydrotherapy pools and a solarium. There is also a gorgeous artificial beach and a private island. The hotel features the rejuvenating OM Spa Costa Meloneras by Lopesan and fully equipped fitness facilities. The hotel’s family-friendly amenities include an entertaining kids club and babysitting services. Guests will also receive discounts on green fees at stunning nearby golf courses.

The tranquil, adults-only Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas is located on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria, surrounded by lush gardens and the Maspalomas sand dunes. The hotel boasts more than 350 luxurious guestrooms and suites with balconies and terraces offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean or the stunning scenery of the island. There is a range of themed restaurants to choose from which serve a range of cuisine from gourmet dining to casual bites. Guests can also unwind in the lobby bar with a cocktail in hand. There are two heated outdoor swimming pools and a sun deck with loungers as well as a relaxing pool bar. Guests are invited to make the most of the spa and wellness centre and the fitness facilities. Riu Party and entertainment facilities are there to enhance your stay in this deluxe hotel located just 800m from Playa del Inglés beach.

The luxurious, seafront Hotel Cordial Santa Águeda sits on Gran Canaria’s south coast overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The resort is comprised of 87 two- and three-bedroom holiday homes fitting with a kitchen, living spaces with certain options offering a private swimming pool and splendid sea views. The hotel’s multiple dining options include La Arrocería serving authentic and traditional paella while Nami Sushi Bar offers Asian cuisine. Guests can also opt to relax in the laid-back Chill Out Bar where cocktails are served daily. Callao Spa & Wellness provides the opportunity to indulge in rejuvenating treatments or simply enjoy the wet circuit. The resort is home to two stunning outdoor infinity pools, one by the sun-soaked solarium and the other by the lush Perchel Beach Club. The resort provides guests with a fully equipped fitness centre and a newly opened surf centre in addition to other sporting activities. Child- and teenager-friendly facilities include a kids’ pool, Splash Park, two playgrounds and a Teen Club with arcades. The hotel itself is surrounded by pristine beaches with a natural swimming pool featuring at Perchel Beach.

Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity is a 5-star sanctuary near Maspalomas in the south of the beautiful island of Gran Canaria. The hotel offers a selection of contemporary, luminous guestrooms and suites with golf course and scenic island views while it features the Deluxe Panoramic View Suite with Rooftop and Jacuzzi. Guests have plenty of dining options to choose from including the Sidecar à la carte restaurant which combines market food with influences from across the globe. Offerings at The S Club include live music, excellent wines and cocktails while La Palmera Pool Bar offers shade and tranquillity throughout the day. The resort boasts an incredible wellness centre with Be Aloe spa facilities offering treatments and a wellness circuit complete with an oxygen therapy booth. The hotel’s fitness centre boasts a fully equipped gym and other sports facilities such as a running track, basketball court and football pitch. Perhaps the most notable feature of the hotel is its 9- and 18-hole championship golf courses which are made available to guests throughout your stay.