Playa del Inglés is Gran Canaria's liveliest resort: a long sandy beach that runs into the Maspalomas dunes, a clifftop promenade, and plenty of restaurants, bars and shops. Most of our holiday rentals here are bungalows, and you'll also find duplexes, apartments and villas, for couples, families and groups of friends. Choose your dates to see what's available and book direct with our local team.
What to expect from a holiday in Playa del Inglés
Playa del Inglés was one of the first resorts built in the south of Gran Canaria, and it is still the busiest. Days revolve around the beach and the sunshine; evenings around its restaurants, bars and shows. It suits people who like to have everything within walking distance, and it works just as well for families as for groups of friends.
The beach and the dunes
The resort's beach is part of one long stretch of sand that continues west into Maspalomas. Between the two lie the Maspalomas dunes, a protected nature reserve where you can walk across the sand down to the sea. To the east, a promenade runs along the clifftop towards San Agustín, with views over the Atlantic all the way.
Things to do in Playa del Inglés
- Eat by the sea. Fresh fish, grilled seafood and cooking from around the world, in restaurants from beach bars to seafront terraces.
- Shop and go out. The resort's shopping centres are full of shops, bars and restaurants. The Yumbo Centre is the heart of the nightlife, with cabaret and drag shows, and is well known for its LGBTQ+ scene.
- Watersports. You'll find watersports on offer on the beach.
- Explore the south. Maspalomas, Meloneras and Puerto Rico are a short drive away, and the mountains of the interior make an easy day trip.
Where to stay in Playa del Inglés
Bungalows. Most of our properties here are bungalows in Playa del Inglés, which give you more space than an apartment without the cost of a villa.
Apartments. Our apartments in Playa del Inglés are a practical choice for couples and small families who want to be close to the beach and the resort centre.
Duplexes and villas. For more space, choose a duplex over two floors, or one of our villas in Playa del Inglés with a private pool.
Other resorts nearby
If you'd like a quieter base, Maspalomas is right next door, with the dunes, the lighthouse and a wide choice of bungalows and villas. Meloneras is calmer still, with a seafront promenade and restaurants. For a villa with plenty of privacy, Salobre Golf Resort is a short drive inland.
Book with a local team
Villa Gran Canaria has over 40 years' experience in hospitality and has specialised in holiday rentals since 2002. Every property is selected and checked by our team, prices are shown in full before you confirm, and you can cancel free of charge up to 21 days before arrival.