San Agustin Holidays

San Agustín is Gran Canaria's best-kept secret - a refined resort that proves you can have gorgeous beaches, brilliant restaurants, and proper relaxation without fighting for sunbed space.

☀️ Good to Know

• 🌡️ Year-round sunshine with summer highs of 24-26°C and mild winters around 18-20°C. Expect 2,800 hours of sunshine annually.

• 💶 Reasonable prices for the quality - pints around €3-4, meals €12-20. Upmarket without painful prices.

• 🧘 Home to one of Europe's largest thalassotherapy centres at the Gloria Palace, using heated seawater for proper pampering.

✨ San Agustín Highlights

• 🏖️ Golden sand beach stretching 600 metres with calm, clear waters and Blue Flag quality - quieter than neighbouring resorts

• 🚶 The Paseo Costa Canaria promenade connects you to Playa del Inglés in a scenic 30-40 minute stroll

• 🛍️ Two shopping centres - the vast San Agustín Shopping Centre and the smaller El Portón with tourist information

• 🎣 Perfect base for island exploration - dolphin watching, deep-sea fishing, and volcanic landscape tours all easily arranged

• 🍽️ Excellent seafood restaurants like El Capitán serving fresh catches with ocean views and proper Canarian wines

🏨 San Agustín Hotels

San Agustín has a brilliant mix of beachfront luxury, wellness retreats, and self-catering options. Whether you're after world-class spa treatments or a peaceful apartment base, you'll find something that fits. Browse all San Agustín hotels to find your perfect match.

Families

• Gloria Palace San Agustín is the resort's landmark hotel with Tina's Mini Club for ages 4-12, a splash park, two pools, and that famous rooftop restaurant Gorbea with stunning views.

• Paradisus by Meliá Gran Canaria brings 5-star beachfront luxury with seven restaurants, a Kids' Zone programme, Splash Park, and the innovative Kidsdom concept teaching little ones about wellbeing through play.

• Abora Interclub Atlantic by Lopesan Hotels sits elevated with views over the Maspalomas dunes, offering a mini club, sports courts galore, and entertainment programmes that keep everyone busy.

• New Folias provides studio apartments 250 metres from the beach with kitchenette facilities - ideal for families who like flexibility with mealtimes.

Couples

• Bull Costa Canaria & Spa is an adults-only retreat directly on the sandy beach with two pools, palm-filled gardens, and a wellness centre for couples seeking proper relaxation.

• Corallium Beach by Lopesan Hotels offers adults-only (18+) accommodation right on the beachfront with modern, bright rooms and a chilled pool scene steps from the promenade.

• San Agustín Beach Club is a boutique 57-room gem with classic elegance, a seawater pool, and that legendary Beach Club restaurant serving quality cuisine since the seventies.

• Sunsuites Carolina provides self-catering apartments 300 metres from the beach in a peaceful setting - perfect for couples who prefer independence.

🎯 What to Do in San Agustín

Families

• 🏖️ San Agustín Beach has calm, shallow waters with gentle waves - ideal for little ones to splash safely while you actually relax

• 🌊 Aqualand Maspalomas is a 10-minute drive with slides, wave pools, and splash zones for a full day of water-based chaos

• 🚶 Walk the promenade to neighbouring Las Burras beach - a quieter local favourite with dark sand and minimal crowds

Couples

• 🧖 Book into the Gloria Palace Thalasso Centre for seawater treatments, massages, and thermal circuits - proper couples pampering

• 🍷 Evening dining at Restaurante Dedo de Dios for fresh seafood, local wines, and sunset views that'll ruin fish fingers forever

• 🚶 Stroll the palm-lined promenade at golden hour, stopping at beachfront cafés for cocktails as the sun dips

Culture Seekers

• 🏛️ Day trip to the capital Las Palmas to explore the historic Vegueta quarter, Columbus House, and Las Canteras beach

• 🌋 Join a guided tour through Gran Canaria's volcanic interior - dramatic landscapes, traditional villages, and Roque Nublo

🛒 Visit the Sunday market at Teror for local produce, crafts, and a taste of authentic Canarian life

Adventure

• 🐬 Dolphin watching trips depart from nearby Puerto Rico with 90%+ sighting success rates

• 🚗 Rent a car and explore the island's diverse landscapes - from mountain villages to the spectacular west coast

• 🚴 The Canarias Bike Mobility company in San Agustín offers recumbent bicycle tours through the island's interior to Pico de las Nieves

📅 When to Visit San Agustín

Spring (March - May)

Temperatures climb to a comfortable 22-24°C with minimal rainfall. The island bursts into bloom and it's perfect weather for exploring beyond the beach. Maspalomas Carnival usually falls in March with colourful parades nearby.

Summer (June - August)

Peak season brings 24-26°C heat, 12 hours of daily sunshine, and the warmest sea temperatures (22-23°C). The Maspalomas Soul Festival takes over San Agustín beach in July - three days of free soul music right on your doorstep.

Autumn (September - November)

Still warm at 22-24°C with fewer crowds and the best sea swimming temperatures. Ideal for couples seeking a quieter escape with reliable sunshine.

Winter (December - February)

A mild 18-20°C makes San Agustín perfect for winter sun escapes. Las Palmas Carnival lights up the capital in February, and Christmas markets add festive sparkle.

🎉 What's On

• 🎵 Maspalomas Soul Festival July - Spain's biggest soul music festival with international artists, food trucks, and free entry. Three nights of music, sun, and soul right on the sand.

• 🎭 Maspalomas Carnival March - One of the Canaries' biggest carnivals with parades, costumes, and street parties in nearby Playa del Inglés.

• 🎪 Las Palmas Carnival January March  - The capital's legendary carnival brings drag queen galas, street performances, and the famous Burial of the Sardine finale.

🏖️ Nearby Resorts

• Playa del Inglés - Just along the promenade, this livelier neighbour has massive beaches, shopping centres, and vibrant nightlife when you fancy a change of pace.

• Maspalomas - Famous for its iconic sand dunes, lighthouse, and mix of family-friendly and LGBTQ+ scenes. A short stroll or bus ride away.

• Meloneras - The upmarket end of the coast with designer shopping, championship golf, and Gran Canaria's most luxurious hotels.