Holiday rentals and apartments in Las Canteras

Visit the great beach of Las Canteras! This is one of the main places you will love to go to for its great views and tropical atmosphere worthy of a film! Located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a major meeting point to plan your holidays, sunbathe, listen to all kinds of music and have all the drinks you want, this place is considered one of the most important in all the Canary Islands and Spain. In fact, it has several awards from tourists for what it has to offer. There is a great variety of beach areas where even the colour of the sand varies, depending on where you want to stop for a refreshing dip. Without a doubt, one thing that stands out is that it is characterised by its crystal clear waters, fun activities and very famous Spanish gastronomy. In addition, one of the most popular aspects of Las Canteras is the reef that runs along the coast, through a large part of it, where you can see a great variety of marine biology.

It's always nice to have a place to rest after a big itinerary on your holidays, that's why our holiday rentals are perfect for you. Spacious and glamorous houses at your disposal, with varied styles, combining the tropical and the straightforward, wooden floors, white walls that will give you a transcendental feeling of relaxation. Comfortable furnishings, well-equipped kitchens are just some of the things we have for you and your family, or even if you are travelling alone. Terraces where you can sit and feel the breezes that the beach will give you. Some are with free cancellation, so don't worry about running out and renting, you have plenty to choose from and with photos that show the reality of these bewitching holiday rentals.

Holidays in Las Canteras: The area and getting around

Just a few kilometres east of Las Canteras beach is the historic Elder Museum of Science and Technology. In its well-kept facilities there are many different sectors that nurture knowledge, such as Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, Engineering, Art and more. All this makes it a bridge of communication with the public, transforming science into something accessible for learning and filling you culturally from a Spanish perspective, its various activities are very participatory and enjoyable for all audiences, especially for the little ones of the house. This set of fun activities shows the user that knowledge is much more than a book, thus becoming an alternative meeting point where you can manipulate, discover and learn; this centre for the exchange of knowledge between people and professionals is very important.

When you set foot in beautiful Gran Canaria you must visit the beautiful Los Muellitos beach, just a few minutes south of the centre. With incredible views, this place is located in a semi-urban area, which makes it perfect for couples, or an adventurous traveller who loves adrenaline but at the same time having a break. It should be noted that there is no promenade, but the sand is of a very particular colour which makes it special, it is dark but lovely and its composition of bars makes it even more popular. The sea state is usually a little moderate and the sea vegetation is very varied. We recommend this beach to adventurous travellers as there are many water sport activities.

Travellers and activities

On holidays it is always a good time to get to know new places, new people and to live the experience as completely as possible. We must recommend to those couples who love long but very enjoyable walks through new places, we recommend you to visit the wonderful Las Canteras promenade. Take a beautiful walk from the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium to La Puntilla. Take an ideal stroll from side to side to see for yourself all its beauty and history. The Alfredo Kraus Auditorium is a building dedicated mainly to the dissemination of cultural activities and congresses with the name of the Canarian tenor. Go inside and get to know in person all the amazing details of this iconic and architectural heritage of the city through the visit that can be offered to you and your partner. Get to know all its iconic rooms and details, don't miss it!

If you are a traveller who loves adrenaline, this is definitely for you. Surfing in Las Canteras is very famous, you can feel in the beach atmosphere that ferocity that only surfboard lovers know. If we start the walk from the beautiful and previously mentioned Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, we will find ourselves around La Cícer. This is an area of black sand, with seagulls flying all over the place and the occasional rock that adorns this beautiful spot. The perfect spot for surfing and bodyboarding, as well as for other sports. This is why it is often frequented by young people who love to challenge themselves. In this area, you can get surfing lessons as well, in case you need to get a refresher of what you already know, or if you don't know, they will certainly help you understand, there are plenty of schools and courses daily in the area.

Top 5 travel tips in Las Canteras

Visit the charming ice cream shop, Peña La Vieja. If you are walking under the sun in the middle of the beautiful Canteras you will come across this beautiful shop. It is characterized by a protruding rock with the iconic name. Locals regularly recommend a visit, it's definitely an explosion of flavours, they have many options for all types of customers

The famous Playa Chica and Muro Marrero are just at their peak of visitors, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't visit them too! The sea here is very calm and perfect for taking the little ones of the household. In addition, Playa Chica has a small bay, hence its name, and it is here that most families settle to enjoy the crystal clear waters that this unique place has to offer.

Ride along the most important Enduro bike routes through the detailed points of Guía, Moya and Firgas, in the north of Gran Canaria. It is important to know that, besides being a lot of fun, it passes through very interesting local areas full of history and mysteriousness. The route normally starts at the beach of San Felipe, we recommend you to get additional information on the spot, then just enjoy the moment and let yourself be carried away to a new adventure!

In this magical place there are numerous routes for hiking in Gran Canaria, even though the island is known as a destination mainly for sun and beach. Thanks to the quality mini-guides with videos that have been prepared for each trail, you'll be able to discover the most authentic side of this destination on your own. You can start with the Barranco de Azuaje, the most famous hiking start in the north, which is incredibly biologically rich and is one of the greenest and therefore most beautiful ravines on the island.

We always recommend our travellers to walk around and soak up the local culture. You must visit the Triana neighbourhood, it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and oldest neighbourhoods in the city. Here you can take a stroll along the Calle Mayor de Triana, get close to the street markets, take pictures, and see the active cultural activities in this place! Of course, all around there are high-quality restaurants to satisfy your needs while enjoying the atmosphere!