The 10 best hotels in Agüimes

Agüimes is not the typical coastal town you imagine when you think of Gran Canaria, and that shows in its accommodation offering. Here you will find 48 options, with an average price of 102 euros per night and the lowest from 45 euros. Most are holiday homes (21) and apartments (20), so the dominant profile is that of a traveler seeking independence, their own kitchen, and a slower pace than Maspalomas or Playa del Inglés. The average category is around 3.4 stars, which gives you an idea that you will not find large hotels with luxury services, but rather charming establishments, many of them renovated with stone and wood.

When choosing an area, you have two clear options. The historic center of Agüimes, declared a Historic-Artistic Site, is ideal if you want to sleep near the square, the terraces, and the restaurants. Here you will find examples like Casa Emblemática La Pileta or Artisan´s House, which usually occupy old buildings with high ceilings and interior courtyards. If you prefer tranquility and nature, look for accommodations in the surroundings, such as La Piedra Viva Agüimes or Siete hermanos, or Casa rural la cruz, which are closer to the ravines and hiking trails. The main difference is noise and access: in the historic center you get around on foot, but parking is complicated; outside, you need a car no matter what, but you gain silence and views.

As for prices, the low season (from May to June and from September to October) is when you find the best value for money. In July and August, local demand rises, and also at Christmas. To get there, the most practical thing is to rent a car at Gran Canaria airport, which is about 20 minutes away via the GC-1; public transport exists, but the bus lines are limited and do not take you to all the rural houses. Before booking, check if the accommodation has heating or air conditioning (stone houses can be cold in winter), if access is via a dirt road, and if the price includes final cleaning or only the stay. It is also worth checking if they accept pets and if the kitchen is equipped for cooking, because in Agüimes many restaurants close one day a week.