The Best Gay Hotels in Gran Canaria

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2018 Most Booked

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Why this hotel? Gay-popular hotel. Fabulous pool. Great location.

Axel Hotels is a hotel chain focusing on the LGBTIQ+ community. But first and foremost, they have created a free and tolerant society, where diversity and respect are valued, and everyone is equally welcome without prejudice to their gender identity and expression.

AxelBeach Maspalomas - Apartments & Lounge Club offers the best experience and fun on the island with the best atmosphere, facilities, and leisure so you can enjoy your holiday in Gran Canaria, both day and night. Located in Maspalomas, just 1.5 km from the sea, AxelBeach Maspalomas has 92 modern apartments, distributed over 4 floors and perfectly equipped to provide maximum comfort and convenience. The complex, for adults only, has also several leisure areas conceived and designed exclusively for you to find the Axel Hotels' cool atmosphere and the most cosmopolitan meeting.

Outside we can find the Sky Bar, the most crowded space in Axel and ready-to-live moments of fun, with a great outdoor pool in which you can refresh, sunbathe and disconnect in the sun loungers, moreover you can attend the best events and parties we organize throughout the season.

A few meters away there is the Axel Lounge Garden, located in a large and pleasant garden area surrounded by Palm trees that make it the ideal place to relax and escape from the world. If you are fitness addicted, the hotel has its Axel Wellness space with a fully equipped gym with dry and wet saunas and massage cabins to shape your body and chill your mind.

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Bathroom

Casanova Kit by Axel amenities (Biodegradable)

double bedroom and terrace

Fully equipped

minibar

Pool & jacuzzi

Room Service

Rooms have a wide living/dining room kitchenette

Safe box

Sky Bar & Restaurant

Sofa bed

Wellness & fitness

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Aqua Beach Bungalows Playa del Ingles - Gay Men Only

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Av. Estados Unidos 43, Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? In front of Yumbo Center. Excellent value. Gay resort.

Located in front of Yumbo Center and a short walk of the beach & sand dunes, the gay Aqua Beach (formerly 'ParqueSol') offers bungalow-style rooms, with outdoor pool and large sun deck.

Each bungalow has a living room with flat screen TV, kitchen with microwave, fridge, toaster, coffee maker and free WiFi. Air conditioning and safe available for an extra charge.

Aqua Beach's prime location, close to shops, restaurants the gay nightlife, make it a popular hotel that sells out quickly. Book well in advance.

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Bar

Free Wi-Fi

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

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Atlantic Sun Beach

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calle Roma nº13, 35100 Playa del Ingles, Spain,, Gran Canaria

2018 Most Booked

Top 100

2019 Most Booked

Top 100

Why this hotel? Walk to the beach. Quiet location. Excellent value.

Located in quiet residential area, a short walk of the beach and dunes in Playa del Ingles, the Atlantic Sun Beach is a resort for gay men, with outdoor pool and sun loungers. Adults only and clothing optional.

Each well-equipped, newly renovated apartment has a kitchen with fridge, a living area, satellite TV, private balcony. Bicycle/car rental service and tour desk are provided.

The gay nightlife at Yumbo Centrum is just a 10-minute walk away. Great value for money.

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Free WiFi

Swimming pool

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Villa Adler Gay Men Only

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Inglaterra 16, Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria

2018 Most Booked

Top 100

Why this hotel? Walk to the beach. Gay resort. Great value for money.

Our new favorite resort on Gran Canaria. The men-only Villa Adler is just a short walk to Playa del Ingles Beach, the Yumbo Centrum gay nightlife and the Cita Shopping Centre.

This adults-only resort offers bright, modern villas & bungalows with a kitchenette, cable TV and free WiFi. The staff are known to be attentive and friendly.

You will enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace. Or if you feel more adventurous, the cruisy Maspalomas Dunes are 15 minutes' walk away.

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Bar

Free WiFi

Swimming pool

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Paso Chico

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Avenida Estados Unidos s/n, , Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Next to Yumbo Center. Bungalow style. Clothing-optional.

This great-value, cosy gay resort has a private, clothing-optional pool surrounded by sun loungers.

Located directly across the Yumbo Center gay nightlife, Gay Paso Chico Resort has just 6 bungalows. Each features two single beds, lounge area with TV, kitchen (with stove, fridge, microwave, kettle), terrace and free WiFi.

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Free Wi-Fi

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Seven Hotel and Wellness - Gay Men Only

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Avenida Touroperador Matkatala 2, Maspalomas,, Gran Canaria

2018 Most Booked

Top 100

Why this hotel? Popular new hotel. Fabulous pool. Sauna & gym onsite.

Brand new men-only resort, located next to the Maspalomas Golf Course within easy reach of Maspalomas dunes and gay beach. Seven Hotel & Wellness features an outdoor saltwater pool, gym, sauna, restaurant and bar.

Each chic, modern guest room feature en suite bathroom, living room, patio, flat screen TV, air conditioning, safety deposit box, free WiFi. Airport shuttle service is available for an extra charge.

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Bar

Free WiFi

Gym

Massage

Restaurant

Sauna

Spa

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Rainbow Golf Bungalows, Gay Boutique Resort

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c/ Touroperador Finnmatkat 5, 5,, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Gay resort. Well-equipped bungalows. 5 min. to Yumbo Center.

Award-winning gay resort in a quieter part of Maspalomas, just a 5-minute drive from the dunes and the Yumbo Center gay quarter (or about 15 minutes' on foot).

Each modern bungalow features a living room with sofa bed, flat screen satellite TV, free WiFi, kitchenette with fridge, microwave, hob & coffee maker. Air conditioner and laptop-sized safe are available at extra charge.

Rainbow Golf has an outdoor exercise area, heated pool, jacuzzi and sun terrace. The onsite mini-market sells everyday essentials. Laundry service, massage, car/bicycle rental, free parking available.

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Bar

Free Wi-Fi

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Mid-Range Hotels

Gran Canaria has plenty of gay-friendly hotel options for every budget, from mid-range to even more affordable stays. These accommodations, mainly in Playa de Ingles and the more upmarket Meloneras, cater to LGBTQ+ travelers with convenient amenities and easy access to popular nightlife spots.

SENTIDO Gran Canaria Princess - Adults Only

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Avenida de Gran Canaria, 18, Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria

2018 Most Booked

Top 25

2019 Most Booked

Top 100

Why this hotel? Great value for money. Near Playa del Ingles beach.

Good value for money resort near Playa del Ingles beach and just 10 minutes to the gay scene. The adults-only SENTIDO features a heated pool, gym, spa with sauna, solarium, restaurant and bar.

Each guest room has air conditioning, 32" flat screen TV, safe, tea & coffee-making facilities and free WiFi. The SENTIDO offers a 24-hour reception, massage service, laundry and room service.

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Bar

Free Wi-Fi

Gym

Massage

Restaurant

Sauna

Shop

Spa

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

MUR Neptuno Gran Canaria - Adults Only

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Av. Alféreces Provisionales 29, Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Next to the Yumbo Center. Great value. Popular with gay guests.

A consistently popular hotel with gay travelers. The MUR Neptuno is located directly behind the Yumbo Center, the island's main gay nightlife.

The hotel offers comfortable, air-conditioned room, with satellite flat screen TV, electronic safe, minibar, coffee & tea maker, free WiFi and a balcony. There is a heated pool (October-April), sauna, Finnish bath and gym.

MUR Neptuno Gran Canaria offers shuttle service to the beachfront - which is a 15-minute walk to Hut 7 gay beach.

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Adults-only

Bar

Free Wi-Fi

Massage

Restaurant

Sauna

Steam room

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Seaside Sandy Beach

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Avenida Menceyes, Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Walk to Yumbo Center Excellent value & facilities.

The Seaside Sandy Beach is about 10-minute walk from the Yumbo Center, so you can walk back to the hotel after a night out at the popular Mantrix gay dance club.

This great-value resort has large rooms with free WiFi, air conditioning, satellite TV, balcony. There's an outdoor pool with gardens, tennis courts, outdoor gym with sea view, restaurant, bar, sauna and hot tub.

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Bar

Cafe

Free Wi-Fi

Gym

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Massage

Restaurant

Sauna

Spa

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Nayra - Adults Only

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Calle Irlanda, 25,, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Excellent location. New hotel. Adults only.

The brand new, adults only Hotel Nayra has an excellent location, just a 2-minute walk from the heart of Gran Canaria's gay nightlife at the Yumbo Centre.

The resort offers modern, stylish single, twin and double rooms, with air conditioning, flat screen TV, safe, fridge and fast, free WiFi. Freshly cooked-to-order breakfast is offered in the morning.

Facilities include a two swimming pools, sun terrace with loungers and day beds and a gym.

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Adults-only

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Cafe

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Maze

Restaurant

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Sol Barbacan

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Tirajana, 27,, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Great-value apartments. Next to Yumbo Center and gay nightlife.

Quality apartments next to the gay Yumbo Center. Sol Barbacan offers modern, well-equipped rooms with air conditioning, kitchen (fridge, microwave, toaster), lounge area, flat screen TV and free WiFi.

The hotel has 3 swimming pools, tennis courts, a mini golf course and provides nightly entertainment. There is a supermarket onsite, although you can take a good-value half board option with many food choices.

Although this is a family hotel, its location and quality make it a popular choice with gay travelers.

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Bar

Cafe

Free Wi-Fi

Jacuzzi / Hot Pool

Live music

Restaurant

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Gold By Marina

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Estados Unidos,, , Gran Canaria

2017 Most Booked

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2018 Most Booked

Top 100

Why this hotel? Adults Only. Great location & facilities.

Located just 500 metres from the beach and a 5-minute walk to the gay bars at Yumbo Center, Hotel Gold by Marina features two pools with sun loungers, jacuzzi and excellent views.

All rooms at this adults-only hotel have free WiFi, flat screen TV, air conditioning, a small kitchen with microwave and hob. Some rooms offer sea views from their private balcony.

The hotel has its own bar and restaurant that serves breakfast until noon. Lunch can be enjoyed by the pool. The onsite Planetarium has a chill-out area. The gay Yumbo Center is about a 5-minute walk away.

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Bar

Free Wi-Fi

Gym

Jacuzzi / Hot Pool

Restaurant

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Vital Suites Residencia

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Av. de Gran Canaria 80, Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? All suites. Private terrace. Walk to Yumbo Center.

The all-inclusive Vital Suites Residencia is located near the Yumbo Center (5 minutes' walk) and within walking distance of the gay beach at Hut 7 (25 minutes - longer if you get distracted in the dunes).

Large suites all air-conditioned and feature satellite TV, minibar, safe and a large terrace overlooking the pool or dunes. Free WiFi in the lobby.

The resort as two pools, sun terrace with plenty of loungers. The spa include a sauna, Turkish bath and a 500 m² Talasso pool that is kept at 34°C. There is a gym with cardio and weight training equipment.

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Bar

Free Wi-Fi

Gym

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Massage

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Sauna

Spa

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort

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Mar Mediterráneo 1, Meloneras, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Near the gay beach & dunes. Excellent dining & views.

Great-value, beautiful beachfront resort with spa & casino, located just a short walk from the gay section in Maspalomas Beach & Dunes. With over 1,000 guest rooms, the Lopesan covers a massive space with a huge range of facilities.

There are 4 swimming pools with sun loungers (and a dedicated nudist area), tennis courts, shopping arcade, cinema and a spa. Each air-conditioned room has a minibar, satellite TV and balcony. The large suites (70-140 m²) include a separate living area and larger terrace.

The resort has 2 excellent restaurants that serve a variety dishes for breakfast and buffet dinner if you opt for half board. The Yumbo Center gay nightlife is less than 10 minutes away by taxi.

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Bar

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Gym

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Jacuzzi / Hot Pool

Restaurant

Sauna

Shop

Spa

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Servatur Don Miguel Adults Only

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Avda. Tirajana 30,, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Next to Yumbo Center. Fabulous pool. Great value.

The budget priced, adults only RIU Don Miguel has a great location right next to the restaurants, shops and gay bars and clubs in the Yumbo Center.

The hotel offers free bus service to the beach and seafront promenade (about 5 km away), a large swimming pool with sun loungers, gym, whirlpool and an excellent à la carte restaurant.

Guest rooms are bright and modern, with free WiFi, flat screen TV, seating area and private balcony. Great value for money and a good option to consider.

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Free Wi-Fi

Gym

Jacuzzi / Hot Pool

Restaurant

Swimming pool

Aparthotel Buenos Aires

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Av. Alfereces Provisionales 27, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Budget option. Next to Yumbo Center.

The gay-popular Aparthotel Buenos Aires offers budget apartments in a very convenient location - right next to the Yumbo Center! The resort features a pool with sun loungers, shades and a poolside bar.

The apartments are fully furnished with satellite TV and free WiFi. The kitchen has a microwave, fridge, toaster, hob, etc. There is no air conditioning, but fans are available for rent.

There is a supermarket nearby, so you can easily stock up on groceries. Nonetheless, B&B and half-board options are available. You can walk to the gay beach, but it is easier to take a taxi.

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Bar

Free Wi-Fi

Jacuzzi / Hot Pool

Restaurant

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Luxury Hotels

While Gran Canaria isn't known as a luxury destination, it has some excellent luxury hotels, especially in areas like Playa del Ingles and Meloneras. These upscale hotels offer stunning ocean views, luxurious spas, and proximity to the gay-friendly beaches and nightlife of the Yumbo Center.

Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

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Calle Leon y Castillo 227,, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Upscale. Great Views.

The Santa Catalina Hotel is a luxury 5-star hotel located in the residentail area of Cuidad Jardin Sur. It is only a 20-minute drive from Gran Canaria Airport.

The Santa Catalina is part of the Royal Hideaway group and is sat in a former casino. It towers above the city, which gives great views of the city and the Atlantic Ocean. The rooms have great features such as rain showers and mirrors that double as smart TVs.

You are offered great services such as the Camarote pool bar, which serves fresh meditarraenean food and drinks.The hotel's restaurant Doramas offers a jazz brunch on Sundays.

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Bar

fitness center

laundry

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Sauna

Spa

Steam room

wi-fi

Bohemia Suites & Spa

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Avenida Estados Unidos 28, Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria

2018 Most Booked

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Why this hotel? Stylish new hotel. Walk to Yumbo Center.

New designer hotel in the Playa del Ingles. A small fortune was spent converting a 70's building into a stylish, avant garde hotel that sets new standards, both in terms of environment and service.

Guest rooms have fabulous views of the ocean and Maspalomas dunes from their balconies. The hotel has its own pool, sun terrace, gym, a luxurious Thai-inspired spa and a gorgeous rooftop restaurant with 360° view.

Located just a 10 minute walk from the gay nightlife in the Yumbo Center. The beach is also just a few minutes' walk away. However, you will probably need a taxi to get to the Hut 7 area.

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Bar

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Gym

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Spa

Steam room

Sun terrace

Swimming pool

Lopesan Baobab Resort

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Calle Mar Adriático 1, Meloneras, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Unique design. Near the gay beach & dunes.

Lopesan Baobab Resort has everything that you look for in a luxury resort. This 5-star resort is set within tropical garden with swimming pools, waterfalls and a river, ensuring that everyone have their own space to chill out.

It features a 21-metre high central building, that has a bohemian look. This hotel has that 'wow' factor!

Location-wise, Lopesan is one of the closest hotels to the Maspalomas gay beach & cruising area (about 600 metres). You will need a taxi to get to the gay bars & clubs in the Yumbo Center.

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Bar

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Restaurant

Spa

Swimming pool

Seaside Palm Beach

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Avenida del Oasis S/N Maspalomas, , Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Close to gay beach. Great gym. Popular choice.

An excellent choice if you want to stay close to the beach. The 5-star Seaside Palm Beach is located just 100 metres from Maspalomas gay beach and features a gym, sauna and spa.

This German-owned resort offers colourful, retro-designed rooms, each of which has a balcony (with either a sea or pool view), minibar, satellite TV and free WiFi.

Facilities include a large lagoon-styled saltwater pool and sun terrace set within mature tropical gardens. The resort has a good choice of restaurants and bars, with different BBQ buffet themes.

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Bar

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Gym

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Restaurant

Sauna

Spa

Sun terrace

Lopesan Villa Del Conde

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Mar Mediterraneo 7,, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Luxury. Views of the Atlantic Ocean. Amazing Spa.

The Lopesan Villa del Conde is a luxury 5-star hotel located just a 23-minute drive away from Gran Canaria Airport.

The hotel has both a village and hotel feel, with a central plaza that is more like a square. Here you will find various entertainment such as Concerts that are out on for hotel guests. The accomodation buildings are made to look like classic Canarian houses, with rooms that look out to lush gardens, pools and the Atlantic Ocean. All of the bathrooms have muscle-soothing showers.

The hotel's spa Ocean View gives amazing views of the Atlantic. It also has amazing features such as a saltwater jacuzzi and sun terrace. The Lopesan boasts five restaurants and five bars for you to try out.

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Bar

fitness center

Golf Course

laundry

parking

Pool

Restaurant

Room Service

Sauna

Spa

Steam room

wi-fi

Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia

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Avenida del Oasis 32, Gran Canaria

Why this hotel? Luxury villas. Excellent dining & facilities.

Located just a few minutes' walk from Maspalomas sand dunes, the 5-star Seaside Grand offers Spanish colonial-inspired villas with private balconies and modern facilities including free WiFi.

The villas are set in beautiful, mature tropical gardens, with a large pool, extensive sun terraces and loungers. Guests have free use of the tennis court and other facilities at the nearby Seaside Palm Beach Hotel.

The resort has a well-equipped gym, hydro-massage saltwater pool, sauna and Turkish bath. Seaside's restaurant offers some of the best Canarian and international food on the island.

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Bar

Free Wi-Fi

Massage

Restaurant

Sauna

Steam room

Sun terrace

Swimming pool