Caleta de Fuste

Built to Flabbergast

Caleta de Fuste was designed from the ground up to be the perfect family holiday destination, and honestly, they absolutely nailed it. If you want your Fuerteventura break to come with everything you need within easy walking distance, gorgeous, calm beaches perfect for kids, and enough activities to keep everyone happy without feeling overwhelmed, then Caleta de Fuste is going to be your new favourite place!

Built around a stunning natural bay with golden sand and crystal-clear water, this resort strikes that perfect balance between having loads to do and being relaxed enough that you don't feel like you need a holiday from your holiday. The whole place is designed for convenience - wide pedestrian streets, clear signposting, and everything logically laid out so you don't spend half your vacation wandering around lost trying to find the nearest supermarket or decent coffee!

A Beach Made for Families (And Anyone Who Likes Their Water Calm)

The main beach at Caleta de Fuste is perfect for families - a lovely sheltered bay where the water stays calm and relatively shallow. The sand is that gorgeous golden colour that looks brilliant in photos, and the beach curves around the bay in a perfect crescent that provides natural windbreaks.

The water here is significantly calmer than the Atlantic-facing beaches elsewhere on the island, making it ideal for kids who are still getting confident in the sea, or adults who prefer their swimming without the added adventure of dodging waves that seem determined to knock them over!

The promenade behind the beach is brilliant for evening strolls, morning jogs (if you're one of those annoyingly energetic holiday people), or just sitting with a coffee and watching the world wake up. Plus, there are loads of restaurants and bars with sea views where you can grab lunch without having to trek miles inland.

Golf With Ocean Views (Because Obviously)

Caleta de Fuste is home to Fuerteventura Golf Club - the island's only 18-hole championship golf course, and it's an absolute beauty! Designed by Juan Catarineu, this course offers stunning ocean views, challenging holes that'll test your skills (and patience), and greens that are maintained to a standard that'll make your local course back home look a bit embarrassed.

Even if you're not a serious golfer, it's worth playing a round just for the experience - where else can you tee off with views of volcanic landscapes on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other? The clubhouse does excellent food too, and there's something quite civilized about having a post-golf drink while watching the sunset over the fairways.

Dining and Drinking Without the Drama

The restaurant scene in Caleta de Fuste is brilliant for families and couples who want good food without having to decode complicated menus or worry about whether the kids will find something they'll actually eat. You've got excellent international restaurants, brilliant local seafood spots, and enough variety to keep everyone happy.

The Salt Restaurant & Bar is absolutely excellent - modern international cuisine with fantastic sea views and a menu that changes seasonally. Their seafood is incredible, and the cocktail list will make you very unpopular with whoever's paying for dinner! For something more casual, Tex Mex serves exactly what you'd expect but does it really well, with massive portions and that relaxed atmosphere where nobody judges you for ordering nachos as a starter AND a main course.

What are the top hotels in Caleta de Fuste?

You won’t need to compromise on your Caleta de Fuste holidays, as the country’s beach-side resorts promise heaps of fun in the lap of luxury. Get the best of both worlds here:

• Sheraton Fuerteventura Beach, Golf & Spa Resort - The perfect five-star base for families who want everything on their doorstep on their Caleta De Fuste holidays.

• Elba Palace Golf & Vital Hotel - A deluxe adults-only escape with an impressive golf course, well-equipped pools and spas, and plush five-star rooms.

• Ereza Mar - Our top pick for all-inclusive holidays in Caleta De Fuste, with four-star luxury, and excellent facilities for disabled guests.

• Broncemar Beach - Modern couples and families will love the stylish villas here, where you can relax in privacy or get stuck in with the hotel’s fab entertainment programme.

• Elba Carlota Beach Hotel - Everyone is catered to at this hotel set in gorgeous natural grounds, with lots of dining options and entertainment for all ages.

• Bungalows Castillo Playa - These self-catering apartments are an affordable home away from home that offer access to shared pools for all the family.

Adventure Without the Exhaustion

One of Caleta de Fuste's biggest advantages is that it's perfectly positioned for exploring the rest of Fuerteventura without having to drive for hours or plan complicated expedition-style day trips. You're about 20 minutes from the airport (handy for both arriving and those inevitable last-minute duty-free runs), and centrally located for trips both north to Corralejo and south to the stunning Jandía Peninsula.

The Oasis Park just outside town is fantastic for families - it's part zoo, part botanical garden, and totally brilliant for a day out. The kids will love the animal shows and camel rides, while adults can appreciate the conservation work and the impressive collection of plants from around the world. Plus, it's educational, which means you can pretend you're being cultural while actually just enjoying watching sea lions being adorable!