Where to stay in Gran Canaria for Couples

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The best hotels for couples in Gran Canaria
Luxury hotel – Seaside Gran Hotel Residencia
Mid-range hotel – Lopesan Costa Meloneras
Budget-friendly hotel – Cristina by Tigotan Las Palmas
Cheap hotel – Servatur Hartaguna

Best couples holiday areas and hotels in Gran Canaria

Las Palmas

Las Palmas, the capital of Gran Canaria, is great for a budget-friendly couples holiday with a great beach and many shopping opportunities. It is vital to stay near the northern part of the Las Canteras beach as the city is pretty big, and this is where the best part is for most tourists.

• Long promenade without traffic.
• Authentic Spanish holiday vibes.
• Much more budget-friendly than many of the more touristy holiday destinations.
• Many museums and the Aquarium Poema Del Mar.
• Beautiful parks to explore.
• Long white sandy beach.
• Many shopping centres and indoor fruit, vegetable and tapa markets.
• Good public transportation to the most popular places on the island for those who want to explore.
• Visit the old town of Vegueta.
• Excellent selection of restaurants next to the beach promenade.

Best hotels for couples in Las Palmas
€€ – Cristina by Tigotan Las Palmas is ideal for those looking for a good beach holiday hotel in Las Palmas with a great pool overlooking the beach and just a few steps from the best beach in this area.
€€ – Hotel Boutique Bed and Chic is best for those who like to be more immersed in the city. The hotel is also cosy and small, providing a personal and attentive service.

Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas

Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas are the most popular and bustling holiday destinations in Gran Canaria. It is unclear where Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas start and end, even for the local population, but they are basically the same area. During peak season, this place is very popular with younger couples, and in low season, when it is a bit more quiet and relaxed, it is very popular with older couples. 

• Lots of open-air shopping centres with a large selection of bars and restaurants.
• Most of the popular attractions, parks and zoos are nearby.
• This area has the most nightlife.
• Prices range from budget-friendly to luxurious in hotels, restaurants and bars.
• For older couples, there are lifts up and down to the beach.
• Lots of watersports possible.
• Beautiful beach and dunes to enjoy the sea and sun.
• Also an excellent place for golf enthusiasts.
• Several rooftop bars with fantastic views over the area.
• Great spas you can use, including the Bohemian Suites & Spa.

Best hotels for couples in Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas
€€€ – Bohemia Suites & Spa is ideal for couples looking for a relaxing and luxurious adults-only holiday with an excellent spa in a modern hotel with excellent, attentive and personal service.
€€ – Gold Playa del Ingles is not only an excellent adults-only hotel with a colourful and summery style, but it is also in a great location in Playa del Ingles, close to the beach as well as the Yumbo centre with many restaurants, shops and nightlife.
€ – Playa del Sol is an excellent adults-only apartment complex ideal for couples looking for a cheap holiday in Playa del Ingles. 

Meloneras

This newer and luxurious area in Gran Canaria is all about upscale holidays in style. You can find couples of all ages here, especially those looking for an all-inclusive holiday. 

• You have a lovely beach with shops and restaurants on one side of the resort.
• On the other hand, there are more natural dunes next to the sea.
• Major attractions and parks nearby.
• Easy public transportation for those couples who like to explore more of the island.
• Many new, modern and large hotels. 
• Many hotels and restaurants here have a focus on couples and adults.
• Playa del Ingles nearby for a more active night out.
• Golf courses nearby for those who like to play golf.
• Upscale setting for shopping, dining and nightlife.

Best hotels for couples in Meloneras
€€€ – The Hotel Faro is a hotel with a modern and luxurious vibe that is ideal for an adults-only couples holiday. Multiple pools are ideal for couples who like to relax poolside next to the sea.
€€€ - Lopesan Costa Meloneras and Lopesan Villa del Conde are not adults-only hotels, but they are still great for a luxurious holiday since the vast majority of guests here are adults.
€€€€ – Seaside Gran Hotel Residence is for those couples who want the best of the best, and price is not a problem.

Puerto Rico

Even though Puerto Rico is not very big, it has everything you need for a couples holiday. Also, here you see a clear difference for different times of the year. During the high season, when all the clubs are open, it is very popular with younger couples, and during the low season, it is more popular with older couples.

• This area has the island’s most active nightlife after Playa del Ingles.
• Large shopping centre in the middle of the resort with a large selection of restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs.
• Many boat trips leave from the local harbour here.
• Lovely beach with many sun loungers.
• Many restaurants next to the beach.
• There are fantastic views over the sea as most hotels are located against the hill.
• Playa de Amadores beach is within walking distance for a change of scenery.
• Thalasso Gloria Amadores spa with amazing views nearby.

Best hotels for couples in Puerto Rico
€€ – The Marina Bayview apartments are ideal for couples who want a relaxing holiday with a pretty unique nautical, fresh vibe overlooking the harbour.
€€€ – Gran Horizon Luxury Boutique is one of the newer, more modern, and luxurious additions to Puerto Rico. It is set on top of the hill, overlooking the entire area.
€ – Servatur Hartaguna is one of the best budget-friendly adults-only options for a couples’ holiday in Puerto Rico. The hotel is clean and fresh, has fantastic views, and is close to everything. All of this is often at a very friendly price if booked in time.

Puerto de Mogan

Puerto de Mogan is the most romantic holiday destination in Gran Canaria. It is popular with older couples who come here for a relaxing holiday.

• Without exception, it is the most romantic holiday destination on the island.
• Beautiful authentic marina with a large selection of fresh seafood and tapa restaurants.
• The postcard-worthy houses you often see in commercials for Gran Canaria are located here.
• It is a mostly quiet and relaxing setting with the same relaxed style of nightlife.
• Beautiful golden sand beach.
• Small and cosy area with few hotels and still a lot of authenticity.
• A large part of the resort is made for pedestrians and without traffic.

Best hotels for couples in Puerto de Mogan
€€€ – Hotel LIVVO Puerto de Mogan is not officially an adults-only hotel, but most guests here are adults. It is ideal for couples looking for a romantic setting directly next to the marina and the ocean. From the hotel, you can easily take a quick swim in the sea and then return to your relaxing sun lounger without leaving the hotel.