Travel guide Playa del Ingles
How to get to your holiday apartment on Playa del Inglés
You can reach your holiday apartment or holiday home on Playa del Inglés, Gran Canaria by ship or plane. Many airlines fly directly to the island, with a flight time of around four hours. If you want to bring your car to the island, you can take the ferry in
Cadiz and head to Gran Canaria. The airport is located about 20 kilometers from the capital,
Las Palmas. From the airport, you can quickly and easily reach your accommodation by rental car, taxi, or bus.
What weather can you expect at Playa del Inglés?
At a holiday home or affordable holiday apartment on Playa del Ingles in the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, you can enjoy a great time all year round. In spring, summer, and autumn, temperatures average between 22 to 26 degrees. The main season is from December to March when it is cool in Europe, and the days are short. On the island of eternal spring, temperatures in winter are around 20 degrees. Depending on the activities you plan for your holiday, some months may be better suited than others. In the south of the island, it can get up to 40 degrees in summer, so an apartment with a pool is recommended.
Attractive sightseeing spots near the beach
Gran Canaria's reputation as a beach paradise comes primarily from two adjacent beaches in the south of the island: Playa del Ingles and Playa de Maspalomas. With the dunes of El Oasis and Maspalomas, the two most beautiful beaches were surrounded by a true natural wonder. While strolling along the palm-lined promenade, you will soon find yourself in a unique desert landscape surrounded by silence and hot wind. Southern Gran Canaria is well connected by a dense bus network, ensuring quick and easy access to numerous sightseeing spots. Part-party lovers will find their place at the former shopping center "Jumbo", where there is something for everyone, from travesty shows to dance clubs, until late into the night. Small alleyways and cute shops invite you to linger.
Water sports enthusiasts will also find plenty to enjoy: kitesurfing, banana boating, surfing, parasailing, and jet-skiing are all available at Playa del Ingles. You can always find a quiet spot on the left edge of the beach, away from the promenade. This is also an excellent location to watch the sunset, which bathes the entire bay in golden light. Another popular beach is located right next to the famous Playa del Inglés in San Agustin. The
San Agustin beach is delightfully peaceful and the perfect place to relax.
The picturesque village of Tejeda is located in the summit area of Gran Canaria. From this breathtaking piece of the earth, you have a wonderful view of the majestic Roque Nublo and the pine forests of the falling slopes. In the north of Gran Canaria, there is a time machine. The museum and archaeological park Cueva Pintada in Gáldar present the ancient culture of the aboriginal people who lived here hundreds of years ago.
Behind the beach of
Maspalomas, a mini-desert stretches over an area of four square kilometers. Here, you can climb the 20-meter high mountains of limestone sand and enjoy a panoramic view of the sea. A small gem is the Guayadeque Gorge located between the municipalities of Ingenio and Agüimes.
If you rent an apartment or private bungalow on the Canary Island in Spain, you can expect a wide range of interesting excursions, sightseeing opportunities, and sports facilities. Many accommodations are perfect for a
beach holiday.
Cultural sights in Gran Canaria
Museums, old towns, palaces, temples, and theaters – Gran Canaria has plenty of cultural attractions. A popular excursion destination is the Church of Iglesia de San Juan in Arucas. Catalan architect Gaudi participated in this project, and the completion of the beautiful neo-Gothic building took nearly 70 years. Next to the church are more architecturally interesting buildings with the old houses of Arucas, together forming an impressive ensemble.
In the southeast of Gran Canaria lies the picturesque, small village of San Bartolomé de Tirajana. Whitewashed houses surrounded by shade-giving palms create a unique atmosphere. Another point of interest is the 17th-century Church of Santa Lucía, built on a hill and visible from afar. The church's dome resembles a mosque rather than a church. Santa Lucis also houses an archaeological and ethnographic museum, exhibiting finds from the surroundings, including tools, utensils, ceramics, leather, and basketware.
Most sea-view apartments and private bungalows at Playa del Inglés are centrally located, so you can easily reach many sightseeing spots by public transport. Alternatively, you can rent a Finca in a quiet and secluded location.
Fancy some Canary culinary delights?
Do you like tasting traditional dishes from other cultures? Then a holiday in a private holiday apartment or an affordable holiday home on Playa del Inglés is well worth it. The island's most famous specialty is "Papas arrugadas". These salt-marinated, shriveled potatoes are served with a delicious sauce. If you don't feel like cooking in your accommodation, you can choose from a variety of excellent restaurants.
Canary Island cuisine, especially on Gran Canaria, combines many Spanish and traditional dishes with African and Latin American influences. The basis for numerous dishes is fruit, vegetables, and fish. Meat is often processed with vegetables, pasta, or potatoes in stews. Gofio, a fine flour made from corn, barley, and wheat, is an essential ingredient and a traditional staple food. Many sauces, soups, stews, and desserts are enriched with gofio. The flour is very rich in vitamins and proteins and was once used to make tortillas and bread. Spain is a paradise for fish lovers, and some typical regional fish dishes include the fish soup caldo de pescado and the boiled sea bream vieja sancochada. Another typical fish dish is Cherne al cilantro en escabeche (wreckfish with coriander in spicy sauce), served with herbs, sweet potatoes, and onions.
Whether you prefer to cook in your holiday apartment or bungalow on Playa del Inglés or indulge in a restaurant, fresh and delicious regional products await you on Gran Canaria, triggering culinary delights.
Fun and relaxation for the whole family
A holiday apartment or bungalow with a pool on the Canary Island of Gran Canaria is perfect for a
family-friendly holiday. It is also possible to rent holiday homes where pets are allowed.
Playa del Inglés is a long stretch of coastline that stretches to Punta de Maspalomas and offers a multifaceted range of leisure activities for the whole family. If you fancy an excursion, Palmitos Park is a great option. It is located in Barranco de Palmitos, near Maspalomas. The landscape and animal adventure park were once founded as a parrot park. The popular park features a dolphinarium, an aquarium with tropical fish from many different countries, an orchid house, and a butterfly house.
If you are planning an extended vacation in a holiday apartment or bungalow on Playa del Inglés, Loro Park on
Tenerife is an excellent tip for a family excursion. It is one of the largest animal parks in the world and the most coveted zoo on the Canary Islands. Loro Park houses the world's largest collection of parrots. In addition to the parrots, you will find animal enclosures, aquariums, and an Antarctica with an iceberg housing over 200 penguins. In the unique OrcaOcean Show, you can witness the agility and strength of these animals.
What must be experienced at Playa del Inglés?
A holiday apartment or apartment with a pool on the Canary Island of Gran Canaria is the ideal place to see and experience the beauty of Playa del Inglés. Barranco de Guayadeque's natural monument is a hidden gem with an extensive gorge stretching 15 kilometers in length. Located in the southeast of the island, the landscape fascinates with rugged side slopes, various plants, and famous cave houses used as private homes, restaurants, or country hotels. This beautiful valley is about 30 minutes by car from your holiday apartment and invites you to take long hikes.
The small Venice "Puerto de Mogán" is located in the southwest of Gran Canaria and is considered by many to be the most beautiful village in the Canary Islands. Numerous water canals lead from the picturesque harbor into the village. The village is worth seeing not only for its canals but also for its romantic, narrow alleys and charming fisher's houses.
As you can see, a villa with a pool or a holiday apartment on Playa del Inglés offers plenty of variety. Many accommodations are equipped with Wi-Fi so you can share your holiday experiences with friends back home through photos.