Gran Canaria Accommodation
Hotels
There are many hotels on the island, the vast majority in the southern resorts of Puerto Rico and Maspalomas. Many belong to international chains and are block-booked by package tour operators through the busy summer and wintersun seasons. Several rural hotels are also available within the interior mountain region. Accommodation options range from room only through to all inclusive.
Grading: All hotels in Gran Canaria are graded from 1 to 5 stars, with the exception of one ultra-luxurious hotel graded 5-star L (Luxury) and small country hotels graded 1 or 2 ‘palms'.
Villas/Fincas
Many self-catering apartments and villas in Gran Canaria are available to rent either direct through the owners or via online rental directories. The level of accommodation available is as varied as the differing hotels with everything from simple studios to 10-bedroom gated villas.
Camping/Caravanning
There are two privately owned campsites on Gran Canaria (one in Mogán and one in Aguimes), plus three public sites with facilities. There are also many areas where camping is permitted but permission has to be obtained at least one week in advance. Facilities are basic and you need to bring your own tent. No unauthorised camping on beaches and any areas covered by the Canary Islands Protected Natural Spaces Act is allowed.
Unique Accommodation
Casas Rurales: Gran Canaria's country cottages are usually of a very high standard incorporating traditional rustic designs with all the mod cons. They range from one-bed units tagged on to an existing house, to exclusive use of rustic villas with private swimming pools.
Accommodation Information
Associacion Canaria de Turismo Rural (Rural Tourism)
C/ Perojo 36, 35003 Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
Tel: 928 363 858.
Website: www.ecoturismocanarias.com
Cabildo de Gran Canaria (Camping permits)
Servicio de Medio Ambiente
C/ Profesor Agustin Millares Carlo s/n, 35002 Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
Tel: 928 219 465/70.
OIAC (Oficina de información y atención al ciudadano del Cabildo de Gran Canaria) (Camping information)
Tel: 928 219 229.
E-mail: oiac@grancanaria.com
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