Best Resort Hotels in Gran Canaria

As a long-established luxury travel publication, The Luxury Editor is known for showcasing hotels that go beyond star ratings alone and focus on what really matters to discerning travellers seeking a memorable stay in a resort hotel in Gran Canaria. Service, design, atmosphere, sense of place and the overall quality of the guest experience all play a part in whether a property earns its place in our curated list.

Whether you are at the early stages of planning or already comparing a shortlist, our choice of resort hotels in Gran Canaria is a credible and useful guide, with easy booking options too.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Maspalomas

Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Rooms and suites from Twin to Master and Presidential Suites, interiors by designer Alberto Pinto
Amenities Restaurant led by Chef Wolfgang Grobauer, Piano Bar and Pool Bar, saltwater pool, spa with sauna, gym with personal trainers and aqua gym
More In a palm-grove oasis south of Maspalomas, close to the beach and the island's golf courses

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, La Playa de Arguineguín

Radisson Blu Resort, Gran Canaria

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 189 rooms and suites from Standard Sea View to three-bedroom Premium Suites, including Revitalize rooms with Biow E-OX wellness technology
Amenities 222ºSW Bar & Grill, breakfast buffet, pool bar, two pools, spa, wellness circuit with hot tub and Finnish sauna, 24-hour fitness centre, tennis
More Beachfront on the south coast at Arguineguín, with direct access to white-sand beaches

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras

Lopesan Baobab Resort

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 677 rooms with an African design theme, from Double Standard rooms to Double Family Pool rooms
Amenities Two à la carte restaurants, two buffets, themed cocktail and pool bars, seven pools, Bodycare spa, gym, kids' club
More African-themed resort in Meloneras, minutes from the Maspalomas Dunes

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras

H10 Playa Meloneras Horizons Collection

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Rooms and suites from Superior to Privilege, plus Suite, Suite Terrace and Presidential Suite, with Privilege exclusive service.
Amenities Tamadaba buffet, Il Trastevere, Sakura Teppanyaki, Gaudí and Naturalia restaurants, several bars, heated infinity and Privilege pools, Despacio Spa Centre, gym, Daisy Club.
More Seafront setting on the Meloneras promenade beside the Maspalomas Dunes, next to golf and a casino.

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Maspalomas

Hotel Faro, a Lopesan Collection Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 179 adults-only rooms and suites, all with terraces, up to 50 sqm Junior Suites with direct sea views
Amenities Callao Gastro restaurant with Josper oven, ocean buffet, SURU cocktail bar, rooftop bar, pool bar, ground-floor and rooftop infinity pools, wellness centre
More Adults-only, facing the Maspalomas lighthouse and steps from the dunes and beach

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa del Ingles

Bohemia Suites & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Adults-only suites, rooms and kitchen studios, up to the 105 sqm Sky Suite with ocean and dunes views.
Amenities Rooftop 360º Restaurant and Atelier Cocktail Bar, pool bar; spa, outdoor pools; gym and hair salon.
More Adults-only boutique in Playa del Inglés, within reach of the Maspalomas Dunes on Gran Canaria's south coast.

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Maspalomas

Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 367 rooms and suites refreshed in a 2021 refurbishment, with ocean or garden views; Superior Junior Suites, some with Balinese beds.
Amenities Buffet and à la carte restaurants, pool and lounge bars, two heated outdoor pools and an indoor pool, spa with massages and treatments, gym, RIU Party entertainment.
More Adults-only setting on the edge of the Maspalomas dunes, 800m from Playa del Inglés.

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa del Cura

H10 Costa Mogán

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 38 sqm Junior Suites, several with sea views, plus a 49 sqm Privilege Suite with furnished terrace and private hot tub
Amenities Buffet and à la carte dining, three outdoor pools, rooftop sky bar, pool bars, beach club, gym
More Seafront on the quiet Playa del Cura promenade, with Tauro Beach alongside and Puerto de Mogán 15 minutes away

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras

Lopesan Villa del Conde

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 561 rooms and suites in a resort styled as a Canarian village, up to the Royal Suite
Amenities OVO and Alpendre restaurants, two buffets and two pubs, Om Thalasso spa, six pools including an infinity pool, Azotea pool bar
More In Meloneras, built to resemble a Canarian colonial village, steps from the Maspalomas Dunes and Convention Centre

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras

Lopesan Costa Meloneras, Resort & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 1,138 rooms in colonial style, from Deluxe rooms to family rooms and suites
Amenities Six restaurants including Michelin-recommended Bevir and Kabuki, six bars, six pools, OM Wellness Spa (3,500 sqm), gardens
More Colonial-style resort in Meloneras beside the Maspalomas Dunes, with the lighthouse a short walk away

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.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria

H10 Timanfaya Palace

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Rooms of 28 sqm with sea or pool views, plus the 48 sqm Junior Suite Privilege and 54 sqm Privilege Suite, in Hispanic-Arab contemporary style.
Amenities La Bocaina buffet, Kasbah à la carte, La Geria and Club House bars, two outdoor pools and a heated indoor pool, gym, sauna, tennis, mini golf, diving centre.
More Adults-only seafront setting in Playa Blanca below Montaña Roja, a 5-minute walk from Playa Flamingo.

The H10 Timanfaya Palace is a luxurious, adults-only hotel located in a fishing town on Lanzarote’s stunning south coast. The hotel boasts a selection of comfortable and contemporary guestrooms and suites while the Privilege Service which is available to guests and provides exclusive rooms and services. Guests are invited to dine at the à la carte restaurant Kasbah or at the tempting buffet restaurant. There are four bars including poolside La Geria. The resort features two outdoor swimming pools and an additional indoor heated pool. There is also an outdoor Jacuzzi and sauna facilities while the hotel also offers a Nudist area. Guests are welcome to make the most of the fitness room and facilities including tennis courts, mini golf and a diving centre. For guests’ enjoyment, there is a games room and the signature Blue Team entertainment programme.

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Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Salobre

Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Deluxe rooms and suites, Junior Suites of 84 sqm, 77 sqm Deluxe Suites and the standout Deluxe Panoramic View Suite with private rooftop and jacuzzi, overlooking golf and mountains.
Amenities SENS Kitchen Patio Garden, Casa Salobre by Jevule, Sunset and Sidecar restaurants, La Palmera Pool Bar, two golf courses, BeAloe wellness and the eSencia and TEMPO programmes.
More Elevated Salobre Golf estate above Maspalomas, a short drive from the dunes and south-coast beaches.

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.

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