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| Gran Canaria
- A island of
extremes and a world in itself - from the forested areas with exotic flora
and fauna, to the desert areas with sand dunes... volcanic craters and
beautiful beaches. The capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the
most cosmopolitan and exciting city in all of the Canary Islands. |
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LA LECHUZA (VEGA DE SAN MATEO) HOTELS, GRAN CANARIA, CANARY ISLANDS, SPAIN
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- Small agricultural
town in the Vega de San Mateo area of Gran Canaria, 20 minutes from the
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Hotel
Rural Las Calas, Rural Boutique Hotel, La Lechuza
Las Calas, is a century
manor house, situated in La Lechuza Hamlet, situated in the heart of the
island of Gran Canaria. This town is such an combination of sceneries,
small places, colours, where productive farms can be found, growing potatoes,
green vegetables and juicy fruits like peaches, plums, pears, etc.
La Lechuza, is situated in the area of Vega de San Mateo, only 20 minutes
from the capital of the island “Las Palmas de G.C.” |
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LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA FEATURED HOTELS, CANARY ISLANDS, SPAIN
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| Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
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Capital of Gran Canaria - a cosmopolitan and exciting city with much to
see and do. Plenty of restaurants and bars and an extensive beach
area, including Las Canteras and Las Alcaravaneras, and a busy harbor -
Puerto de la Luz. |
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AC
Hotel Gran Canaria by Marriott, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The contemporary AC Gran
Canaria hotel towers above the city of Las Palmas on the island of Gran
Canaria, Spain. Las Palmas offers numerous shopping, dining and entertainment
venues. Moreover, the hotel stands within two kilometers of Playa
de Las Canteras, the popular Spanish beach. AC Gran Canaria's tall
stature provides panoramic city views. Le Volant Restaurant offers expansive
views from the 23rd and 24th floors of the hotel, and serves light lunches
and a la carte menus using local ingredients. Among the hotel's rejuvenating
amenities, the hotel features a fitness center, a sauna and a pool surrounded
by lounge chairs. AC Gran Canaria's 227 guestrooms display contemporary
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Best
Western Plus Hotel Cantur, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The Best Western Hotel Cantur
is located in Las Palmas, on the island of Gran Canaria, Spain, 50 metres
from the water sports facilities of Las Canteras beach, 200 metres from
the harbour. Set in a modern building, this eight-storey hotel offers a
rooftop terrace with outdoor swimming pool and children's pool overlooking
the city and sea. Seawater therapy treatments are offered in the
Thalasso Centre. Guests can take coffee and read complimentary newspapers
in the wood panelled lobby supported by metallic pillars. Best Western
Hotel Cantur's Restaurant Gaugin offers a contemporary twist on Canarian,
French, and Basque dishes. Decorated in neutral tones, the 114 air-conditioned
guestrooms all contain wooden floors and furnishings. |
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Santa
Catalina Hotel, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Built in 1890, Santa Catalina
is an English colonial-style hotel set in lush gardens and located in the
parkland area of Ciudad Jardin in Las Palmas. It is just one kilometre
from the historic old town and three kilometres from Canteras Beach.
The 2800-square-metre spa centre offers relaxation with Turkish baths,
a Finnish sauna, a hot tub, therapeutic massages, and health and beauty
treatments. Guests of Santa Catalina can swim in the indoor and outdoor
pools, and the poolside terraces are dotted with sun loungers and surrounded
by lush gardens. There is also a gym, and tennis court, and the concierge
can advise on sightseeing excursions. Santa Catalina offers a range of
dining options: Arencibia serves typical Canarian and international food
accompanied by live piano music and with an extensive wine cellar... |
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Tryp
Iberia, Las Palmas de Gran Canarias
The seafront Tryp Iberia
is located in Las Palmas, on the island of Gran Canaria, Spain. The Triana
shopping area is one kilometre away, the historic La Vegueta district and
cathedral are two kilometres away, and El Cortijo Golf Club is eight kilometres
from the hotel. Guests can workout in the gym, soak up the sun on
the top-floor solarium, and take in bay views from the swimming pool.
The Tryp Iberia houses the informal, modern Las Brisas restaurant serving
a range of regional and international dishes. There is also a snack bar
onsite. The 297 guestrooms have wood furnishings and patterned fabrics,
and are decorated in a modern style. |
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MASPALOMAS HOTELS & GOLF RESORTS/SPA HOTELS, GRAN CANARIA, CANARY ISLANDS,
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| Maspalomas
- on the south-east
coast of Gran Canaria, famous for it's sand dunes and its 6 km beach.
The area has shallow waters and an excellent all year round climate.
But the area is not just sand and beaches - you can enjoy Aquasur
which is the biggest water park on the island, the Palmitos Park which
is an ornithological park with a butterfly house, aquarium and orchids,
a wild west theme park - Sioux City, and Holiday World which is a large
amusement park. Also see: Maspalomas
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Neptuno
- Adults Only Hotel, Maspalomas, Gran Canaria
Hotel Neptuno is located
in Maspalomas, on the island of Gran Canaria, Spain, next door to Yumbo
shopping centre and 800 metres from the sandy beach, Playa del Ingles.
The Cruz de Tejeda volcanic mountain park is 27 kilometres away.
This modern hotel opens onto a terrace area with an outdoor swimming pool.
International and Spanish dishes are available in the Nautilus Restaurant
and a selection of cocktails are served at the bar. Complimentary
shuttle buses run from Hotel Neptuno to the Playa del Ingles and Mespalomas
beaches, where activities including windsurfing and jet skiing are available.
The 171 guestrooms are all air- conditioned and open onto balconies. Please
note: this property caters to adults only. |
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Sheraton
Salobre Golf Resort & Spa, Maspalomas, Gran Canaria
Set on Gran Canaria, one
of Spain's Canary Islands, the Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort and Spa enjoys
a hillside location in the countryside, with a golf course adjacent. It
lies eight kilometres from Melonares Beach and 10 kilometres from the seaside
town of Maspalomas. It has seven swimming pools set on a series of terraced
decks; one of the pools is for children. There is a hair salon, and
beauty services and massage treatments are available. Restaurant
Camaleon serves Mediterranean dishes and La Palmera offers seafood specialities
plus a children's menu. Restaurant Gofio serves an international buffet
and an à la carte menu and features themed evenings, show cooking
and live entertainment. The Perenquen Tapas Bar serves authentic Spanish
tapas and there are three other bars. There is a championship golf
course with 27 holes adjacent to the hotel. Spa facilities include a sauna,
a steam room and a spa tub. |
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MELONERAS FEATURED RESORTS & HOTELS, GRAN CANARIA, CANARY ISLANDS,
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- Playa de Meloneras
is an extension of Maspalomas. Upmarket resort - access to the beach
is steep and downhill and the sand is coarse, leading to a rocky shoreline.
A 15 minute walk along the coastline will take you to Maspalomas, and the
local 18 hole golf course is nearby. |
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Lopesan
Costa Meloneras Resort Spa & Casino, Meloneras, Maspalomas
The Gran Hotel Costa Meloneras
is a palatial hotel designed in a colonial style, with seven themed courtyards,
eight towers with views over the island and is set in palm tree-filled
gardens. It is located on the beachfront, 800 metres from the Maspalomas
Lighthouse. The hotel houses five restaurants including the
Ambassador restaurant which serves a range of international cuisine from
an á la carte menu to the accompaniment of music. There are two
buffet restaurants, the Alameda and the Atlántico and two poolside
restaurants, one serving Italian snacks and another serving Mexican snacks.
The hotel has numerous bars, each with a distinct style: the Arenal and
Laguna bars are by the pool area and serve soft drinks and tropical cocktails.
The hotel houses six swimming pools and the Gran Spa Corallium Costa Meloneras
includes a fitness centre, a spa with African sauna and jetted tub.. |
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Holiday
in Las Palmas - An Exotic Vacation Haven by Luki Johnson
Hotels
in Las Palmas
Capital
of Gran Canaria, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is an attractive holiday destination
enriched with culture and heritage. From historical sites, rich architecture
to exotic beaches, Las Palmas has lots of imposing activities to offer
for an incredible holiday.
Below are some of the things
to do and see when holidaying in Las Palmas:
| Pueblo Canario
Designed and structured by
Nestor and Miguel Fernandez de la Tore in the year 1930, this tourist attraction
is a canary village formed by island houses, turrets, atriums and gates.
Tourists and visitors on a holiday in Las Palmas can shop for arts and
crafts in the large square situated at the centre of the village. The centre
square is also famous for being a venue for shows on the island's folklore.
Parque Santa Catalina
Popular as a park and a town
square, this tourist attraction is an amazing beauty of Las Palmas. Those
holidaying in Las Palmas must visit this square which presents superb nightlife
with discos, bars and clubs as it gets dark. The same site is completely
different during the day time with most of the activities being a centre
for shopping, cafes, a place for people to sit, relax and play chess, cards,
and dominos or simply have a relaxation time with friends. |
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On the other side of the square
stands another tourist attraction, the museum of science and technology.
Reptilandia
Situated close to Agaete,
this tourist attraction displays a variety of reptiles and crawlies. The
major attraction of this park is the largest lizard, Komodo dragon. Other
such remarkable attractions offered in this park are tortoises, snakes,
monkeys, spiders and turtles.
Beaches
Tourists and visitors looking
forward to some beach time during their holiday in Las Palmas should not
miss the Alcaravanera and Las Canteras beaches. Known as a major tourist
attraction, Playa de Las Canteras is a 3 kilometer long beautiful beach
that attracts sports lovers and swimmers alike holidaying in Las Palmas.
The best way to relax when on a holiday in Las Palma is to take a stroll
along the beach and enjoy its cafes, restaurants, snack bars and shops.
You can also find impressive street entertainers. Playa de las Alcaravaneras
is the second longest beach as well as a sandy tourist attraction of Las
Palmas. The beach is the pride of the local people and attracts many tourists
and visitors holidaying in Las Palma. You can take a stroll on the beach,
drink the local beer called Cana de Tropical and enjoy the local cuisines.
Festival
When on a holiday in Las
Palmas do not miss its most important town festival. The Las Palmas Carnival
is a yearly tourist attraction that is held during the month of February
and presents a glimpse of the amazing tradition and culture of the Canary
Islands.
Best time to holiday in
Las Palmas
The ideal time for a holiday
in Las Palmas depends upon the purpose of holiday. The summer temperature
varies from 26 ºC to 28 ºC or more, the winters in Las Palmas
are somewhere between 22 ºC and 24 ºC.
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Tourist Information by Gary Marshall
Maspalomas
Hotels / Maspalomas
Self-Catering Holiday Rentals
Maspalomas is situated on
the southern coast of the island of Gran Canaria. The resort is separated
from the beach by spectacular sand dunes which cover an area of around
400 hectares. Reminiscent of the Sahara desert, these dunes provide a vivid
reminder of just how close Gran Canaria is to the coast of Africa. This
vast expanse of undulating sand has been declared a protected natural area
due to the rare plants and animals, including rabbits and lizards, which
manage to survive in this arid environment. Many visitors to Maspalomas
opt for a memorable camel ride across the dunes.
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Maspalomas is quite an up
market resort with several luxurious homes and some high-quality hotels.
It is generally more family-friendly than nearby Playa del Ingles. Bordering
the western edge of the dunes is the lagoon of La Charca, which provides
a valuable stopping off point for migratory birds. Next to La Charca is
the aptly-named district of El Oasis which has several trendy hotels. The
65-metre high Faro de Maspalomas lighthouse, which was built in the late
19th century, is situated here. Maspalomas boasts an 18-hole golf course,
designed by Mackenzie Ross, which is flat and with long and wide fairways.
Practice facilities such as a putting green, driving range and pitching
green are also available.
There is a commercial centre
in the resort, Faro 2, which has several boutique-style designer shops.
Maspalomas also has several bars, discos and nightclubs, plus a variety
of places to eat including fast-food outlets, pizzerias and traditional
fish restaurants.
Maspalomas boasts a lovely
beach of fine sand backed by the huge dunes. It stretches for about 4 miles
(6km) in total so there are plenty of secluded spots along its length.
The quieter parts of the Maspalomas beach are often frequented by naturists
and members of the gay community, while the section near the Faro lighthouse
is popular with families. To the east is the busy resort of Playa del Ingles
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Just outside Maspalomas is
Palmitos Park, one of the most popular family attractions on Gran Canaria.
This tropical oasis is home to a diversity of animals, including crocodiles,
gibbons, butterflies and around 200 species of bird. There are many highlights,
including the birds of prey displays featuring peregrine falcons, eagles
and owls. Another crowd-pleaser is the parrot shows during which you get
to see these colourful birds performing a range of tricks. Palmitos Park
also boasts the largest butterfly house in Europe, plus an aquarium housing
an impressive array of salt and fresh water fish. Other attractions within
the park include the Orchid House, Cactus Garden and Gibbon Island. Behind
all of this is a serious conservation program which helps to protect several
endangered species.
The largest water park on
Gran Canaria is also situated close to Maspalomas. Aquasur boasts dozens
of rides and attractions, with names such as Congo River, Rapids, Kamikaze,
Twister, Surf Beach, Aquamania, Adrenalina, Mamut and Crazy River. There
is also mini-golf course, Polinesia Park, swimming pools for adults and
children, restaurants, cafes and a large garden area. Aquasur is open all
year round.
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