Gran Canaria with your family: a practical guide

Capital: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Currency: Euro

Language: Spanish (Spain)

Climate: Subtropical, average 24 degrees

 

If you’ve decided that Gran Canaria is the perfect destination for your family, we’ve found the perfect place for you to stay. The Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria ***** is a luxury hotel located just in front of Playa de Agustín. The hotel offers a wide range of services to make your visit to the island as pleasant as possible. When traveling with your family, you can take advantage of the hotel’s Nikté service. This service gives you access to more luxurious rooms, priority access to all hotel restaurant reservations, and special attention from the staff. Your children will be delighted with Kidsdom, a kids’ club that guarantees entertainment for your little ones, as well as a range of activities for teenagers.

From the hotel, you can easily visit the surrounding area. By car, you’re just 10 minutes from Playa del Inglés and the Dunes of Maspalomas, as well as the Holiday World theme park!

No matter the time of year, Gran Canaria is an ideal destination for the whole family. This island is blessed with 12 months of sunshine and good temperatures, reaching 25-31 degrees in summer. On the island of eternal spring, the best time to enjoy a swim on its many beaches is from June to October. Summer or winter, Gran Canaria can be visited all year round thanks to its mild, sunny climate.

Gran Canaria, with its 236 kilometers of coastline, possesses an enormous number of beaches. Large, small, with fine golden sand or volcanic, quiet and calm or lively, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

The number of beaches on Gran Canaria is practically infinite. However, if you’re looking for a more adventurous way to explore the island, don’t overlook its rich inland territory. Picturesque villages, breathtaking views and unique natural landscapes await you.

Indeed, Gran Canaria’s surprises don’t stop there! This island is known as the perfect destination for families, thanks to its long list of activities for all ages. Discover here our selection of activities not to be missed during your stay.