Upscale, modern and all-inclusive best describes what Meloneras in Gran Canaria has to offer. This applies to the hotels but also bars, restaurants and shops in the resort.
Beaches
Meloneras is the newest area in Maspalomas. This is also where you find the Meloneras beach on one side and on the other side of the resort, the Maspalomas beach. Especially the Maspalomas beach is enormous, so there is always plenty of space.
There are often powerful winds here, so they put up nets to block most sand blowing around. If it gets too much, the Meloneras beach is more sheltered from the wind and, on these days, might be a better option. Many of the hotels in this area have huge pools, and some even have their white sandy beaches in the hotels, so many people choose to stay in the hotels.
Hotels
Meloneras has some of the newest, biggest and most modern hotels in Gran Canaria. Here are a few of my favourite ones:
- The 4 star Riu Gran Canaria is ideal for an all-inclusive holiday with the family.
- For a classy 5+ star luxury holiday, the Seaside
Gran Hotel Residencia is your best choice. - Seaside Palm Beach is great for a 5 star family holiday in Gran Canaria.
- Lopesan Villa del Conde is a large luxury hotel with an impressive but still private feeling vibe.
Nightlife
The Meloneras area has some bars, but most are aimed at just having a few relaxed drinks in the evening, and some offer some late-night entertainment like singers or pianists. On the other hand, if you want to party, the Playa del Ingles area is nearby. You can walk there, but that is pretty far or go there by car or taxi in just a few minutes.
If you think Meloneras might not be the right fit for you and want to see what else Gran Canaria has to offer? Please have a look at my Where to stay in Gran Canaria guide.
Restaurant & bars
Even tho Meloneras has many all-inclusive hotels; there is still plenty of variety if you want to eat out. The restaurants here primarily cater to a higher budget, but in the direction of the Maspalomas and Meloneras beach, you will also find some more budget options. Near the Meloneras beach, you also have a nice view over the sea in the evening towards the sunset.
How to get to Meloneras
Meloneras is 35 km from the Gran Canaria airport (LPA):
- Public transport: 4.10€
- Shuttle bus: 5.50€
- Taxi: 34€
If you take the public bus, you want to wait until you see the Maspalomas lighthouse bus stop. For essential things to know about taxis, shuttles
Shopping
Meloneras offers a wide variety of branded stores… of the upscale kind. Most of these are for clothing, but you can also find many other things here. They offer
If you are looking for a market in Meloneras, there aren’t any. The closest one is the Mercado Municipal in San Fernando in nearby Maspalomas.
Things to do in Meloneras
Meloneras is very centrally located to most of the main attractions in Gran Canaria. To advise only one thing is a bit difficult but it would have to Palmitos Park. Much more than a zoo with many live animals shows as eagles, dolphins, and parrot shows.
There is a lot more to do near Meloneras. Here is my complete list of things to do and not do while on holiday in Gran Canaria.
