What is the liveliest resort in Gran Canaria?

Gran Canaria's biggest and busiest resort and home to its top nightspots, Playa del Inglés is more than a party town. While the Yumbo and the Kasbah throb until late, most of the resort is quiet and peaceful and you can avoid the crowds on Playa del Inglés beach by walking east to El Cochino.



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Boulevard el Faro is the nightlife hotspot of South Gran Canaria, and you should make the most of all its variety in offer. Situated along the Maspalomas promenade this seaside open area is special on its own: green spaces, unique vistas and fine venues where you can relax and have a drink gazing at the Atlantic Ocean.

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It's a tough choice and the decision is mainly down to personal opinion. If you want a big beach and plenty of space to walk, then head to Playa. If you want a Brits (summer) or Scandies (winter) abroad holiday, then go for Puerto Rico as Playa is more cosmopolitan.

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Nightlife. Puerto Rico has a few discos and many good bars, but cannot compare to the Gran Canarian party resorts of Playa del Ingles and Las Palmas. Nevertheless, there is plenty of fun to be found after dark in the Puerto Rico and Europa centres, and many of the hotels offer entertainment.

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The south of Gran Canaria is the most popular for tourism and gets the best weather. The nicest parts are Maspalomas and Meloneras, due to their proximity to the Maspalomas Dunes.

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In general, the warmest parts of Tenerife (the south coast) have approximately the same average temperatures as the warmest parts of Gran Canaria (also the south coast).

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Boulevard el Faro is the nightlife hotspot of South Gran Canaria, and you should make the most of all its variety in offer. Situated along the Maspalomas promenade this seaside open area is special on its own: green spaces, unique vistas and fine venues where you can relax and have a drink gazing at the Atlantic Ocean.

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The nicest parts are Maspalomas and Meloneras, due to their proximity to the Maspalomas Dunes. What is the most upmarket resort in Gran Canaria? Meloneras is the most upscale resort in Gran Canaria, where you can stay in the best hotels on the island.

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Maspalomas nightlife is much quieter than that of Playa del Inglés, although they're very close neighbours, and you can easily walk to Playa del Inglés if you fancy something a little more energetic in the evenings.

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It's fine for any age group. There's all nationalities of all ages, the Canaries are particularly popular with the Germans, older, possibly retired, around 50 yrs old and upwards but they tend to go there sometimes for a month or more at a time.

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Puerto de Mogán is the Little Venice of Gran Canaria, where an idyllic fishing village and a lovely marina offer peace and quiet by the sea in a perfect corner of the island.

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Nevertheless, Gran Canaria stays definitely ahead of Tenerife in terms of local nightlife. The clubs and bars in Las Palmas are full most nights of the week, but Santa Cruz de Tenerife doesn't have the same energy.

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As the capital of Gran Canaria, Las Palmas offers plenty of choice for both hardcore clubbers and anyone who prefers a quiet, laid-back setting. The hub of the city's nightlife is Plaza de España in Mesa y Lopéz, where you'll find the atmosphere remains electric until the early morning.

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The best times to visit the Canary Islands are between March and May and from September to November. Winter and summer bring loads of tourists, which make accommodations more expensive and more difficult to find.

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Go for Tenerife if you prefer popular tourist destinations with great restaurants and nightlife. On the other hand, Gran Canaria is your best bet if you want to explore the breathtaking landscapes and outstanding beaches.

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Las Canteras Beach is the most exclusive location on Gran Canaria. The average price per square metre here is 2,700 euros.

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Average monthly temperatures The hottest month of the year is August with an average daily maximum of 29 C and an average low of 23 C. The coolest month of the year is February with an average daily maximum of 21 C and an average low of 16 C.

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While both destinations offer pleasant temperatures, Gran Canaria experiences average high temperatures of around 22°C (72°F), while Cyprus ranges between 16°C and 19°C (61°F to 66°F).

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