The 10 best apartments in Arinaga

If you are looking at apartments in Arinaga, the first thing you should know is that this coastal town in the southeast of Gran Canaria has nothing to do with the tourist resorts in the south. Here life is quieter, the promenade fills up with locals and the sea is the main attraction. Most of the 81 apartments you will find on HotelsCasa are concentrated in two areas: the town centre, near Arinaga beach and the port, and the upper area, towards Cruce de Arinaga, which already connects to the main road. If you want to walk down to the beach and have supermarkets, bars and a pharmacy on hand, choose the town centre. If you prefer more peace and quiet, mountain views or need to drive every day, the Cruce area will suit you better, although you will have to take the car for almost everything.

The difference between one area and another also shows in the price and the type of accommodation. In the town centre, small apartments predominate, many with a terrace and sea views, and it is where you will find the most affordable deals, with prices from 70 euros per night. In Cruce de Arinaga and its surroundings there are more holiday homes and villas with a garden or pool, ideal if you are travelling as a family or in a group. The average rating of the accommodations is around 3.7 stars, so do not expect large complexes with hotel services; here location and independence are valued more. If you are looking for something specific, take a look at examples such as La Piedra Viva 3 Arinaga, Sol y mar or Viva Cruce de Arinaga, which represent the area's offering well.

As for prices, the low season (from October to March, excluding Christmas) is when they drop the most, especially on weekdays. In summer and Easter prices rise, but even so the average stays at around 100 euros per night, well below Maspalomas or Playa del Inglés. To get there, the most practical option is to rent a car at Gran Canaria airport, which is about 15 minutes away via the GC-1; there are also guaguas (line 90 from Las Palmas and lines connecting to the south), but the frequency is not high and to get around the coast or go up to the mountains you will need your own vehicle. Before booking, check whether the apartment includes wifi, a full kitchen and bed linen, because not all of them specify it. Also check whether the final price includes cleaning fees or a deposit, and whether the accommodation is on a floor without a lift, something common in old buildings in the town centre.