A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Gran Canaria, Spain. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Highly elegant. Great value. This luxury complex, set in tropical gardens, is 400 metres from Gran Canaria’s Maspalomas Dunes. Spanish colonial-style villas have private balconies or terraces, and there is a free spa and a heated outdoor pool. Air-conditioned villas at Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia are decorated in relaxing blues and yellows by French interior designer Alberto Pinto. They have modern facilities like satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Grand Hotel Residencia guests have free access to the spa’s gym, hydro-massage saltwater pool, sauna and Turkish bath. Free Taichi and agua-gym classes are also available at the neighbouring Seaside Palm Beach. The restaurant serves Canarian and international cuisine. It has an outdoor terrace with views of the lush gardens and mountains. There is a poolside snack bar and a piano bar. Guests have free access to a tennis court and other facilities in the Hotel Seaside Palm Beach complex 200 metres away, and Meloneras Golf Course is 2 km from the hotel. There is also a DVD library with films in various languages.Show full description
Outstanding resort with beautiful grounds and spotless rooms. Ideal facilities - bar, lounge, gym, big pool, and veranda areas are simply amazing. Extra points for L'Occitane toiletries. LOVELY!
Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Good breakfast. Hotel Nayra- Adults Only is located in Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria. This property features an outdoor pool and a sun terrace. The hotel offers a 24-hour reception, and there is also a bar and buffet restaurant on site. Bed linen and towels are provided. Yumbo Centrum Shopping Centre is 15 metres away. Playa del Ingles Beach is a 15-minute walk from the property and Maspalomas Golf Resort is 3 km away.Show full description
A contemporary and beautiful place, very well located in Gran Canaria. High-quality rooms with excellent facilities, a front terrace, and a little garden at the back. If you are looking for a tranquil vacation - this is the place! I rate this as one of the most RELAXING small hotels in Gran Canaria.
Great location. Santa Monica Suites Hotel is a lovely hotel with spectacular views of Maspalomas Natural Park and its famous sand dunes, on the island of Gran Canaria. The suites at this property feature a twin bedroom and a lounge with satellite TV. Rooms can include a terrace or balcony. The hotel boasts 1 large outdoor swimming pools, where you can take a dip. There is also a spa centre on site, where you can enjoy a relaxing massage, and a Finnish sauna for an extra cost. The hotel offers an a la carte restaurant, as well as a chill-out area with impressive views of the Maspalomas Dunes. Guests can use the free WiFi area. The younger ones can enjoy the children’s play area.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Rooftop pool. Set within the 18-hole Salobre Golf Course, Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity features 7 outdoor swimming pools and a spa. This hotel is 15 minutes' drive from Maspalomas. Guest rooms at the resort are equipped with a terrace with mountain views as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a bath. A safe is available at no extra charge. Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity features 3 restaurants offering a wide range of international and local dishes. Guests can also have a drink in one of the 3 bars available. The wellness centre offers a variety of facial and body treatments. Guests can also join the on-site gym or sports activities such as yoga, basketball or cycling. The property offers a free shuttle to Meloneras Beach. Playa del Ingles is 7 km from Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity, while Playa de las Burras is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gran Canaria Airport, 31 km from the property. Please note that both the Sunset Pool and the Spa Centre are adults only. Please note beach transfer is possible every hour from 11:00 to 18:00, subject to availability. Please note that the Gala dinner on the 31st December is included for all rates. Half board dinners are buffet-style. All guests will need to provide a valid ID, including children. Please note that guests must present the credit card used to make the reservation on arrival. Since 17th October 2022, The New and The Old Course merged to feature three different loops by combining the Old Course’s 18 holes and holes 1 to 3 and 13 to 18 of par 36 New Course that will defy you to enjoy the challenges of a course with unparalleled personality.Show full description
This place is outstanding, everything is perfect and spotlessly clean, from beautiful big rooms with nice bath space and balconies to heated swimming pools, especially the rooftop one. The Spa facility is excellent and the restaurants are very nice - wide range at breakfast and lunch.
Great views. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Located 200 metres from Amadores Beach, on the Costa de Mogan, the Gloria Palace Royal features an infinity pool with sea views. Built from natural stone, the hotel offers spacious rooms with a private balcony. The popular resort of Puerto Rico is 15 minutes away by foot, with many shops, bars and restaurants. Gran Canaria Airport is 40 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Modern, air-conditioned rooms enjoy sea views from the furnished balcony. They come with satellite TV, a bathrobe and slippers. All rooms come with free WiFi, which is available throughout the property. Gloria Palace Royal’s spa offers an indoor pool, hot tub and gym. There is also a table tennis table. There is an on-site restaurant, with buffet and a-la-carte options. Its all-inclusive service includes premium brands and exclusive table service.Show full description
Elegant. Rooftop restaurant. Cosy rooms. Offering large rooms without balconies, with balconies or terraces, Bohemia Suites & Spa - Adults Only is 200 metres from Playa del Inglés Beach. It features 1 freshwater outdoor pool and 1 saltwater outdoor pool and 2 outdoor jacuzzis. The stylish rooms at Bohemia Suites & Spa - Adults Only feature yellow, terracotta or purple colour schemes with olive-wood furnishings. The Bohemia’s rooftop restaurant offers creative local dishes and panoramic views, while the terrace features a cocktail bar. Relax privately in the cozy wellness area with vitality indoor pool, sauna and steam sauna for a supplement. Maspalomas’ sand dunes are within 10 minutes’ walk of the hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a cool rooftop restaurant.
Great location. Great views. Popular among couples. Hotel LIVVO Puerto de Mogán is set a few metres from the beach in Puerto de Mogán. This hotel features a spa and a swimming pool with direct access to the sea. Hotel LIVVO Puerto de Mogán is set in traditional, Spanish-style buildings and offers attractive, bright décor throughout. All rooms feature a balcony or terrace and ocean views. Its air-conditioned rooms also provide a minibar and satellite TV. WiFi is free in public areas. The restaurant offers a range of Canarian and international cuisine. Guests can relax on the hotel’s terrace, which has loungers and views of the marina. There is also a pool-side bar, serving drinks and snacks. Hotel LIVVO Puerto de Mogán is located in the so-called Little Venice, a unique area where you will find saltwater canals interconnected by little bridges. The centre of Puerto de Mogán is within walking distance of the hotel.Show full description
Delightful property. Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, in Vegueta neighbourhood, VEINTIUNO Emblematic Hotels - Adults Only offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace with views of the cathedral. The property is around a 2-minute walk from Casa Museo Colon or Museo Canario. Centro Atlántico de Arte Moderno is also within walking-distance. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at VEINTIUNO also offer air conditioning, a work desk and free WiFi. A smart TV is also available. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes continental and à la carte options. The nearest airport is Gran Canaria Airport, 18 km from VEINTIUNO Emblematic Hotels - Adults Only.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most beautiful, charming and well designed small luxury hotel in Gran Canaria. Soooo nice!
Charming. Elegant. Good breakfast. Seven Hotel & Wellness - Gay Men Only is set next to Maspalomas Golf Course in southern Gran Canaria. It features a heated outdoor saltwater pool, and each room comes with a furnished porch. The bright, air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen TV. Some offer a sofa bed. There is a private bathroom, and a safe is available. Other facilities available at the property include the Abora Restaurant. Seven Hotel & Wellness - Gay Men Only is 2.5 km from Maspalomas Dunes and the beach. Faro 2 Shopping Centre is 1 km away. You can hire a car and an airport shuttle service is available for an extra charge.Show full description
Lovely property. Elegant. Rooftop bar. Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is situated in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a 5-minute walk from Las Palmas Marina and surrounded by extensive gardens. This hotel features an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants, a rooftop bar, a wellness centre and free WiFi. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms have flat screen TV and a bathroom with a rain-effect shower. Most have balcony or terrace with garden views. The Santa Catalina’s wellness centre offers hot tubs, Turkish baths and beauty treatments. A fitness centre is available for free. Guests can access the spa for an extra cost. The Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel 5 * GL has 3 restaurants: "Poemas by hermanos Padrón" with the Michelin Star, 1890 La Bodeguita, specialised in tapas, and Muxgo by Borja Marrero restaurant with the first Michelin Green Star in Spain, featuring a cuisine based in local products KM0. Guest can also enjoy a cocktail in the piano bar Carabela and in the Alis Roof Top Bar. Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Puerto de la Luz and Las Canteras Beach. Vegueta historic district is also a 10-minute drive away. Gran Canaria Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel.Show full description
Very stylish. Historic. Comfortable beds. Popular among women.Opened January 2021. Boutique Hotel Cordial La Peregrina has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a terrace and bar in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. Parque de Santa Catalina is 5.9 km away and Santa Ana Cathedral is 400 metres from the hotel. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. At Boutique Hotel Cordial La Peregrina all rooms have bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Speaking German, English and Spanish, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near Boutique Hotel Cordial La Peregrina include Perez Galdos House Museum, Casa Museo Colon and Calle Triana. The nearest airport is Gran Canaria Airport, 20 km from the hotel.Show full description
This is likely one of the most STYLISH boutique hotels in Gran Canaria. It also has super comfortable beds, a great location and a popular rooftop bar.
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Hotel Rural el Mondalón has a unique location on the edge of the Bandama Natural Monument volcanic crater in Gran Canaria. It features simple design, and an outdoor pool that includes a waterfall and hydromassage jets . The air-conditioned rooms at Rural El Mondalón include a minibar, heating, a safe, tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi. Two types of pillow are available and the modern bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Hotel El Mondalón offers a restaurant with an outdoor terrace overlooking beautiful vineyards. It serves innovative Canarian cuisine. The outdoor pool, heated by solar panels, is surrounded by a sun terrace and loungers,and offers views of the stunning volcanic landscape and mountains. El Mondalón is 20 minutes’ drive from the city of Las Palmas and the airport. The coast is 3 km away and Bandama Golf Course is 4 km away. Equestrian centres can be found nearby.Show full description
Beautiful luxury hotel, where fresh and modern touch is delivered in a personal and friendly manner. The architecture of the hotel building is unique, giving a pleasant feeling of staying in the cozy countryside. The restaurant inside the hotel provides delicious meals with wine from its vineyard.
Great views. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Situated in Amadores, Holiday Club Jardin Amadores offers accommodation with private balconies. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and ticket service, along with free WiFi. The property features sea views and a year-round outdoor pool. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom. All guest rooms at Holiday Club Jardin Amadores have air conditioning and a desk. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. You can play billiards and squash at Holiday Club Jardin Amadores, and car hire is available. Playa del Ingles is 22 km from the hotel, while Maspalomas is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gran Canaria, 50 km from Holiday Club Jardin Amadores, and the property offers a free shuttle service.Show full description
Such a wonderful place to spend a great vacation - beautiful views, spacious and well-equipped apartments with big terraces, and a good location. The main gems of this place are swimming pools and jacuzzi tub!
Historic property. Charming. Cosy rooms. Set in the historic Vegueta district of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Suites 1478 features a rooftop terrace with views of the Cathedral. Rooms at Suites 1478 offer a classic décor and feature air conditioning, heating, and free WiFi. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom provided with a rain shower and a hairdryer. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Other facilities at the property include a terrace with views of the cathedral. Guests will find shops, bars, restaurants and cultural landmarks within a short walk. Casa Museo Colon is 200 metres from Suites 1478 while Calle Triana is 400 metres from the property.Show full description
I think this place could be the most HISTORIC boutique hotel in Gran Canaria. It also has very cosy rooms!
Great views. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples and women. Set at one of the highest points of Gran Canaria, Parador Cruz de Tejeda offers panoramic views and an extensive spa. Each spacious room has free WiFi. Surrounded by mountains and forests, the Parador is 9 km from the town of Tejeda. The city of Las Palmas is 35 km away and the beaches of Playa del Inglés are 45 km away. There is free private parking at the hotel. Rooms at Cruz de Tejeda are uniquely decorated and have lots of natural light. Rooms are air-conditioned and include a minibar and satellite TV. The Parador serves traditional Canarian cuisine in its elegant restaurant. The Parador Cruz de Tejeda's spa offers a wide range of treatments including peels, massage, all available upon prior reservation.Show full description
Quiet and well-maintained “chalet style” hotel in the mountains with breathtaking views. If you want to experience a real treat after hiking, try wonderful SPA, it is excellent. Rooms are big and stylish with big balconies to enjoy the views!
The Paradisus by Meliá Gran Canaria - All Inclusive’s overlooks San Agustín beach. It offers a spa, fitness centre and 4 outdoor pools, restaurants, bars and a garden. Free WiFi is available. Turn-down service is provided for the Reserve and Nikté rooms. All rooms feature a coffee maker with capsules, minibar, Chromecast, rain shower, a balcony and a satellite TV. Bathrobes are provided. 24 hours Room Service is included in all rooms. Free minibar is included in all rooms. A variety of free activities and experiences are offered in the hotel and on the island. The hotel spa offers a thermal circuit, massages and a range of health and beauty treatments. The place offers activities, games, science experiments, crafts and theme sessions for kids. Sport activities are available. Kids activities apply to kids as of 5 years. The Paradisus by Meliá Gran Canaria - All Inclusive restaurants offer buffet and a-la-carte dishes. There is a pool snack bar, 24-hours lobby bar, a Grand Café, Fun Bar and a beach club. The Reserve is only for adults (min. 16 years), offering exclusive access to a private swimming-pool, concierge service and private lounge with snacks, coffee and premium brand drinks throughout the day, private check-in and check-out and private breakfast area. The Reserve rooms and suites also include a premium minibar, one water ritual in the Spa per person per stay, priority reservations for activities and restaurants and a welcome cocktail.Show full description
Newly opened, August 2023. Situated in Maspalomas, 600 metres from Maspalomas Beach, Unique Club at Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a terrace. 1.2 km from De Las Mujeres Beach and 1.6 km from Meloneras Beach, the property offers a bar and a casino. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Unique Club at Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Japanese, Mediterranean and local cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan options can also be requested. Yumbo Centre is 4.7 km from Unique Club at Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort, while Aqualand Maspalomas is 5.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gran Canaria Airport, 34 km from the hotel.Show full description
Occidental Las Canteras is set 100 metres from Las Canteras Beach. It offers double rooms and junior suite with terrace. Rooms have functional décor and include Wifi free of charge, minibar, a TV, safe and private bathroom. The Muelle Shopping Centre and several bars and restaurants are all 5 minutes’ walk away. Santa Catalina Park and the Elder Science and Technology Museum are just 300 metres away. Puerto de la Luz Harbour, offering regular ferries to other Canary Islands, is 10 minutes’ walk away. Occidental Las Canteras is 5 minutes’ drive from Las Palmeras Golf Resort and 25 km from Gran Canaria Airport . Show full description
Opened November 2021. Situated in Playa del Ingles, 1.5 km from Playa del Ingles Beach, Barceló Margaritas Royal Level Adults Only features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Barceló Margaritas Royal Level Adults Only rooms include bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options. Playa de Veril is 2.7 km from the accommodation, while Playa de las Burras is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gran Canaria Airport, 28 km from Barceló Margaritas Royal Level Adults Only.Show full description
Situated 100 metres from Gran Canaria’s Maspalomas Beach, Seaside Palm Beach offers a lagoon-style swimming pool, a spa and tropical gardens. Each stylish room has a furnished balcony and free Wi-Fi. The hotel’s colourful retro interiors were designed by Alberto Pinto. Each modern, air-conditioned room is decorated in one of 4 different colour schemes. All rooms include satellite TV and a minibar. Activities such as yoga, tennis and water aerobics are available for free. The spa includes saunas, a heated saltwater hot tub and a heated saltwater pool. During winter season, guests can choose to eat in the Palm Beach’s gourmet restaurant or Italian Trattoria, or enjoy a buffet meal outside on the terrace. The complex also has a poolside bar and cocktail lounge. Seaside Palm Beach is located next to the Maspalomas Sand Dunes, and less than 3 km from Maspalomas Golf Course. The lively centre of Playa del Inglés is 4 km away. Airport transfers for up to 10 people can be arranged for an extra cost.Show full description
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