Los 10 mejores rentales vacacionales de Maspalomas

Maspalomas, in the south of Gran Canaria, offers one of the largest concentrations of vacation rentals in the islands. Right now there are 646 accommodations available, with an average price of 172 euros per night and a minimum of 75. The offer is divided among apartments (393), vacation homes (150), villas (103), hotels (33), aparthotels (9), and some private houses. Before choosing, it is worth being clear about which area interests you, because staying next to the dunes is not the same as staying inland or near the lighthouse.

The most well-known area is the one surrounding Maspalomas beach and the dunes. Here you will find large hotels and apartments, with easy access to the promenade and the Charca, but it is also the busiest and the most expensive if you want views. If you prefer peace and quiet and a more residential environment, Campo Internacional and San Fernando offer bungalows and villas with gardens, a ten or fifteen minute walk from the beach. Meloneras, to the west, is more modern and elegant, with high-category hotels and a promenade full of restaurants, although prices go up. Playa del Inglés, to the east, is the liveliest option with the most nightlife, but also the noisiest. For families, the Sonnenland or Los Palmitos developments are quieter and usually have a communal pool, although you will need a car to get around.

As for price, the low season (from May to June and from September to October) is the best time to find lower rates, especially in apartments. At Christmas and Easter prices rise quite a bit, and in July and August they also rise, although less than on other islands. To get there, the usual thing is to fly to Gran Canaria airport, about 30 kilometers away, and then take a taxi (about 35-40 euros) or the guagua, line 66 or 90, which drops you off in the area in about 40 minutes. Once there, if you stay in the center of Maspalomas or in Playa del Inglés, you can walk to almost everything. If you choose a villa or a more remote house, consider renting a car; parking is free in most developments.

Before booking, look carefully at the exact location of the accommodation, because many times they advertise "Maspalomas" and in reality they are twenty minutes away by car. Check if the price includes final cleaning, towels and sheets, and if there is a heated pool, because in winter unheated pools are cold. Read recent reviews about noise, the condition of the furniture, and the owner's management. And if you travel alone or in a group, pay attention to the type of accommodation: there are options like the Beach Boys Resort Men Only, only for men, or bungalows like those at Tisaya Golf, which are more discreet. You will also find houses like Casa Inmaculada or El Caramelito 1, which are usually for longer stays or for those seeking total independence.