Best Luxury Hotels in Canary Islands

The Hotel Hacienda de Abajo can be found nestled in the heart of La Palma’s Tazacorte area. Spread over four buildings, the former 17th century sugar plantation has undergone complete refurbishment to become the first emblematic hotel in the Canary Islands. The interior garden of the hotel is the former orchard of the hacienda and offers a unique setting for your Canarian getaway. Choose from a collection of lavish guestrooms and suites complete with regal and traditional décor including 18th century French tapestries. Be sure to enjoy the island’s finest offerings on site for breakfast and brunch in La Salita or opt to savour gourmet Atlantic dining at El Sitio restaurant. The hotel boasts a heated swimming pool for guests looking to escape reality and relax. For those wishing to take it a step further, the spa & wellness centre offer beauty treatments and massages to enhance your stay.

On a clifftop on La Palma’s stunning southwest coast sits the grand Hotel La Palma Princess. The hotel is comprised of several three-story, Canarian-inspired buildings boasting 484 guestrooms and suites which overlook the hotel’s tropical gardens, any of the seven outdoor swimming pools, or the Atlantic Ocean from the hotel’s prime location. The hotel boasts multiple inviting dining options including a speciality restaurant with an excellent tasting menu as well as three buffet-style restaurants. The Aqua Princess Spa is available to guests and is equipped with thermal circuit and a selection of massages and treatments. The “Vital & Fitness” wellness programme offers clifftop Tai Chi lessons and an array of fitness facilities including a sports area and a fully equipped gym. While the hotel is family-friendly and features a Kids Zone and pool as well as child-friendly activities, guests are granted exclusive access to the adults-only Esencia de la Palma hotel facilities.

Hotel Jardín Tecina is a stunning resort found nestled on a cliffside in La Gomera’s Playa Santiago area. There is a selection of comfortable and contemporary guestrooms and suites overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the lush botanical garden that surrounds the hotel. Guests can choose from seven on-site restaurants and four bars, each with a unique offering. The resort boasts the adults-only Spa Ahemon, five swimming pools and two solariums to allow guests every opportunity to soak up the sun all year round in addition to Beach Club Laurel. Guest can enjoy a fully equipped gym as well as tennis, table tennis, padel and mini golf facilities while the offerings from the Harmony & Fit programme allow you to find peace through yoga and meditation or take part in high-intensity fitness classes. Guests are invited to take advantage of the lush 18-hole golf course overlooking the sea.

Embedded into the stunning island of La Gomera, Bancal Hotel & Spa blends the essence of luxury with environmentally conscious design and practices to give you a tranquil retreat with every modern comfort. There is an array of modern and stylish guestrooms and suites which enhance the beauty of the nature that surrounds you and invites in glorious sunlight. There are three dining venues to choose with options of gourmet dining with panoramic views, a buffet with show cooking, or a poolside terrace overlooking the sea. Each of the hotel’s five bars offer something distinct including live music at Silbo or poolside relaxation at Maraire. Guests are invited to completely unwind in AUALA Wellness & Spa and make use of its hydrotherapy circuit and treatment menu. There is also a 24-hour gym with indoor and outdoor fitness classes. The hotel boasts three adult pools and two children’s pools surrounded by sun decks in addition to the private adults-only Nudist Sun Deck.

The spectacular Dreams Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort is located in the scenic Playa Blanca area of Lanzarote. There is an exceptional selection of 447 modern and comfortable guestrooms and suites fitted with private terraces and balconies offering unbeatable views over the Atlantic Ocean. There are also exclusive Preferred Club rooms which come with additional amenities to help you make the most of your stay. The hotel boasts six restaurants with diverse offerings and exclusive Preferred Club Lounge access. There are nine swimming pools around the resort which are accompanied by eight poolside bars serving exceptional cocktails. Guests are invited to take full advantage of the Dreams Spa and wellness facilities including a 25-meter heated semi-Olympic pool. There is also an expansive 24-hour fitness facility. This family-friendly hotel offers a kid’s water park and other children-friendly amenities. This hotel is dog friendly.

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.

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.