If you want your Fuerteventura jollies to come with calm beaches perfect for families, proper good facilities, and everything within walking distance, then Caleta de Fuste's going to be your new favourite place. Built around a stunning natural bay with golden sand and crystal-clear water that stays calm even when the Atlantic's being dramatic elsewhere on the island, this resort nails that sweet spot between having loads to do and being relaxed enough that you don't feel like you need a holiday from your holiday.

Why Visit Caleta de Fuste

🏖️ Gorgeous sheltered bay – the horseshoe-shaped beach has calm, shallow water that's brilliant for kids and anyone who prefers swimming without dodging waves trying to knock them over

⛳ Island's only 18-hole championship golf course – Fuerteventura Golf Club offers stunning ocean views and greens maintained to a standard that'll make your local course look a bit embarrassed

🎯 Everything's walkable – wide pedestrian streets, clear signposting, and logical layout means you won't spend half your jollies wandering around lost trying to find the nearest supermarket

✈️ 20 minutes from the airport – handy both for arriving and for making sure you can have one more cocktail before setting off for your plane

🎪 Perfectly positioned for island exploring – centrally located for trips north to Corralejo or south to the stunning Jandía Peninsula without driving for hours

Good to Know

☀️ Year-round warmth – temperatures range from 18-21°C in winter to 24-28°C in summer, with over 300 days of sunshine annually (basically guaranteed nice weather whenever you visit)

💰 Proper affordable – pints from €1.50-€2.50 depending on happy hours, three-course meals from €10-€15 per person, and loads of 2-for-1 drink offers scattered about

🎨 Purpose-built perfection – Caleta de Fuste was designed from scratch to be the ideal family resort, and honestly, they absolutely nailed it (unlike some resorts that just sort of evolved organically and forgot to include things like decent pavements)

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.

What to Do in Caleta de Fuste

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families

🦁 Visit Oasis Park – part zoo, part botanical garden, totally brilliant for a day out with animal shows, camel rides, and sea lions being adorable (plus it's educational, so you can pretend you're being cultural)

🏊 Beach days at the main bay – the sheltered horseshoe beach has calm water perfect for little ones still getting confident in the sea, with lifeguards and loads of facilities

🚤 Glass-bottom boat trips – spot underwater life from the harbour without anyone having to actually get wet (ideal for the one kid who refuses to wear their wetsuit)

🎪 Tuesday and Saturday markets – lively atmosphere with entertainment, plus you can stock up on souvenirs without trekking miles inland

💑 Couples

⛳ Play a round at Fuerteventura Golf Club – tee off with views of volcanic landscapes on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other, then have a civilised post-golf drink watching the sunset over the fairways

🍽️ Dinner at Salt Restaurant & Bar – modern international cuisine with fantastic sea views and a cocktail list that'll make you very unpopular with whoever's paying

🚶 Evening promenade strolls – the beach walkway's brilliant for watching the world wake up over morning coffee or evening sundowners with the sea gently lapping away

🍷 Local wine tasting – discover Fuerteventura's surprisingly good wines and find out about the wine-making process (spoiler: it's proper interesting how they manage it in volcanic soil)

🎉 Groups & Beach Bums

🏄 Water sports from the harbour – jet skiing, paddle boarding, and diving trips all leave from the small harbour where you can also feed the fish (or just watch your mates make fools of themselves)

🍺 Happy hour hopping – loads of bars do 2-for-1 offers and €1.50 pints, so you can test your group's commitment to finding the best deal

🏖️ Proper beach lounging – the golden sand stays clean, the sea stays calm, and you can actually relax without worrying about massive waves nicking your stuff

🎭 Evening entertainment – many hotels have programmes starting around 8:30pm with mini discos for kids followed by main entertainment (so the adults can have a proper drink in peace)

🎨 Culture Vultures

🏛️ Antigua Craft Fair – if you're visiting in May, the annual fair 15km inland attracts around 200 exhibitors from across the Canaries (Saturday and Sunday are busiest, free admission and parking)

🎬 Yelmo Cinema – Tuesday evenings feature English-language films at the Atlantico Center (€6.50 adults, €5.70 kids, because sometimes you just fancy seeing what's new)

🎨 Traditional Canarian dance – catch the Baile de Taifas if you're here during festivities, celebrating the island's cultural heritage with folk music and typical attire

🍴 Tapas Route – when the annual Festival de la Tapa's on, over 20 local restaurants participate with special small plates (proper way to experience Canarian cuisine without committing to massive meals)

When to Visit Caleta de Fuste

🌸 Spring (March-May)

Temperature: 19-23°C with increasing sunshine and gentle breezes making beach days lovely

What's On:

• Antigua Craft Fair (May 1-4) – 200+ exhibitors from across the Canaries, busiest on weekends, free entry

• Fiesta de San Isidro Labrador (May 6-15 in Triquivijate) – traditional celebrations honouring the patron saint of farmers

• Paladea Festival (May 7-11 in Villaverde) – gastronomy, local products, and sport take centre stage in this food-focused event

☀️ Summer (June-August)

Temperature: 24-28°C with long sunny days and warm evenings perfect for late dinners and beach walks

What's On:

• FEM Festival (early July at La Concha Beach, El Cotillo) – international and local artists performing in a stunning beachside setting with brilliant multicultural vibes

• Fiestas of Ntra. Sra. del Carmen (mid-July in Las Salinas near Caleta de Fuste) – traditional maritime celebrations with processions

• Caleta Sound Fest (dates vary, summer) – beach music festival at El Castillo with 20+ hours of live music from national and international artists

• Windsurfing Grand Slam (late July at Playa de Sotavento) – world championship event drawing elite athletes

🍂 Autumn (September-November)

Temperature: 23-26°C with warm seas from summer still hanging about and fewer crowds than peak season

What's On:

• Oktoberfest (October in Caleta de Fuste) – authentic German beer, food, and lively music in the sunshine

• Beach Party (early October) – annual event transforms El Castillo Beach into party central

• Corralejo International Kite Festival (November 10-16) – spectacular aerial display in the dunes just up the coast, attracts enthusiasts worldwide

• Fiesta of Saint Michael the Archangel (late September) – traditional sworn festivities celebrating the patron saint

❄️ Winter (December-February)

Temperature: 18-21°C with mild weather that feels like a British summer (minus the rain, obviously)

What's On:

• Three Kings Parade (January 5) – starts at the harbour at 4:30pm making its way to the plaza, kids absolutely love it

• Carnival (late February/early March) – Caleta's celebrations run February 28-March 1 with Antigua's version February 19-23, expect creative costumes and lively street parties

• New Year's Eve Party (December 31) – plaza celebrations from 9:30pm with fireworks at midnight

Nearby Resorts

Corralejo – Fuerteventura's liveliest resort up north with massive sand dunes, brilliant nightlife, and ferry connections to Lanzarote for day trips

Costa Calma – Long stretch of golden beach down south that's quieter than Caleta but still has proper facilities, brilliant for windsurfers

Morro Jable – Traditional fishing village vibe meets modern resort facilities at the southern tip, with that gorgeous Jandía Beach stretching for miles