Best Luxury Hotels in Canary Islands

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.

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean sits the H10 Playa Meloneras Horizons Collection in Gran Canaria’s scenic Meloneras area. The hotel is comprised of a lush selection of comfortable and contemporary guestrooms and suites with options from the Privilege Service which offers exclusive rooms and amenities including the Doble Privilege Terrace with views out to sea or over the pool from its expansive terrace. There are five à la carte dining venues featuring Il Trastevere and Sakura, serving Italian and Teppanyaki Japanese cuisine respectively, as well as a buffet restaurant with show cooking. The hotel’s four bars include the poolside Naturalia and the Lobby Bar with live music. Guests are invited to take full advantage of the Despacio Spa Centre with bithermal shower and other wellness facilities. The hotel also provides guests with fitness facilities including a fully equipped gym and tennis courts. There are heated outdoor swimming pools including a gorgeous infinity pool and a children’s pool. The H10 Playa Meloneras Horizons Collection entertainment programme is sure to suit guests of all ages throughout your stay.

The Gran Castillo Tagoro Family & Fun Playa Blanca Hotel is a sensational seaside resort in Lanzarote. The hotel offers a selection of spacious guestrooms, suites and duplexes and features the exquisite Imperial Suite – Ocean View with its expansive terrace and covered lounging area. There are multiple dining options including Las Coloradas, Portofino and Sansofé Restaurants serving local and international cuisine buffet- and à la carte-style. Guests can also lounge by Snack Bar La Cascada for an bite or a beverage by the pool. The hotle is home to six swimming pools with sun decks and Balinese beds to lounge upon. Vitanova Spa & Wellness Centre is available to guests with a thermal circuit and a range of treatments to enjoy. There is a fully equipped gym and other sports facilities including beach volleyball courts. While the hotel is family friendly there is an adults-only area for a serene escape. However, there is a lively entertainment team on hand with activities for all ages to help you make the most of your stay.

Located in Lazarote’s Playa Blanca, the H10 Rubicón Horizons Collection Hotel offers a lavish and tranquil getaway by the Atlantic Ocean’s shores. The hotel can be found in the south of the island and has been renovated to include every modern comfort to make your stay as relaxing as possible. There is a wide selection of comfortable and luminous guestrooms and junior suites as well as the Privilege Service which is available to guests and provides exclusive rooms and services. There are multiple dining options including five à la carte restaurants, featuring Janubio with show cooking, and two buffet style restaurants. There are also five bars to choose from, including Piano Bar with live music, and two food trucks for more informal dining setting. The hotel boasts an impressive five adult swimming pools and three children’s pools with three heated options. Guests are invited to unwind in Despacio Thalasso Centre with its seven treatment rooms. A fitness centre and sports facilities, including multi-sports courts and mini golf, are at your disposal. This family friendly resort invites younger guests the Daisy Kid’s Club and Daisy Adventure area while the Blue Team entertainment programme is geared towards adults. This hotel is pet friendly.

The lavish JOIA Salomé by Iberostar (formerly Iberostar Grand Salomé) overlooks the Atlantic Ocean from its prime beachfront location. Designed with adults in mind, this seafront boutique hotel boasts deluxe suites with included personalised butler service. Throughout the spacious grounds there are seven restaurants and two bars to enjoy with live cooking and all-inclusive options. Guests are invited to lounge by the two outdoor pools and indulge in the never-ending sea views. Alternatively, there is a relaxing 1,000m2 SPA Sensations with a choice of massages and treatments available. There is also a two fitness centres with personal training options and an array of sporting and water sports activities to take part in. The JOIA Salomé by Iberostar hotel is located near a golf course.

The Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife boasts spectacular views and direct beach access. The hotel is comprised of 365 luxurious rooms and 259 suites and features the Nirvana Tower’s top-floor Rock Star Suite with private butler services, Rock Royalty Level reception and a terrace overlooking the Altantic Ocean. There are six restaurants and six bars to choose from as well as multiple inviting swimming pools. Guests can relax and rejuvenate in a more than 1,500m2 Rock Spa with exclusive treatments, a thermal circuit, and the only snow cabin on the island. The spa also caters to your desires with an outdoor heated pool, an indoor cold-water pool, and a hydrotherapy pool. There are live music performances and events in addition to the personalised musical services available from The Sound of your Stay programme. Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife is family-friendly and offers the Hard Rock Roxity Kids Club. There is an iconic on-site Rock Shop to discover memorabilia and merchandise. It is also pet-friendly and is offers its Unleashed programme.

The Meliá Jardines del Teide is an adults-only haven, ideally located on the Costa Adeje’s famed Golden Mile. This luxurious sanctuary offers eleven accommodation types including The Level VIP rooms with services such as private lounge, breakfast area, and pool access. The Level Presidential Suite boasts views over the Atlantic Ocean and a whirlpool bathtub on its spacious terrace. There are three delightful restaurants on offer serving local and international cuisine as well as two relaxing bars. Guests can benefit from the on-site wellness and fitness facilities including massage and beauty treatments as well as a fully equipped gym. There are two outdoor swimming pools, one of which is an expansive 700m2 retreat with a sundeck, the other is reserved for The Level customers. The hotel is pet-friendly, has all-inclusive options, and is located within close proximity to excellent amenities including a golf course.

Located on the stunning Fañabé Beach, the Iberostar Selection Anthelia is one of Spain’s best all-inclusive hotels, not just in Tenerife. This Costa Adeje resort features a lush selection of rooms and suites, featuring the spacious Sea-View Presidential Suite with a tempting terrace and a Brazilian shower. Guests can sample local and international cuisine in the hotels’ five restaurants and 3 bars with live cooking and the Sea Soul Beach Club. There is a relaxing SPA Sensations and fitness facilities including a 24-hour gym and sporting and water sports activities. There are 2 freshwater and a saltwater swimming pools, and a children’s pool and water play area. Children can also make the most of the Star Camp activity programme and hotel playground. There are on-site tennis and paddle courts and nearby, there are five golf courses and endless possibilities in the Atlantic Ocean.

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.