Out Of Resort Accommodation in Lanzarote
The holiday island of Lanzarote has developed three main tourist resorts over the last forty years that provide a great range of accommodation to the vast majority of visitors. Puerto del Carmen is the original and largest seaside town, followed by Playa Blanca in the extreme south and Costa Teguise on the eastern coast.
But for those who wish to experience the island without staying in any of these hotspots, there is a good range of alternatives to be found. Such as the capital, Arrecife, which is often a popular destination for visiting Spaniards. Not only does Arrecife have a delightful golden sandy beach at the Playa del Reducto, but it is also home to one of the best five star hotels in Lanzarote.
The Gran Hotel towers over the capital, due to its status as the only high-rise building on the entire island. Originally constructed in the late 1980’s it was only fully finished and adapted as a luxury hotel in 2004. With a sleek glass covered exterior and modern style suites, it also has its own spa and elevated pool area, with views over the street and beach below. An a la carte restaurant, the Altamar, makes excellent use of the views on one of the top floors of the building.
Whilst there are numerous older and smaller establishments in Arrecife, it is the Gran Hotel that has really put the city on the map as a potential base for holidaymakers. Marking something of a renaissance for the capital, which has steadily been shedding its rather dilapidated appearance with a number of new facilities, such as recently planted parks and gardens.
Then there is the ‘fourth resort’ of Puerto Calero, which started out in 1989 as an exclusive marina for sailors planning to cross the Atlantic. But has gradually grown into a tourist destination in its own right, especially since the introduction of two large hotels, the Costa Calero and the Hesperia. Both of these hotels in Puerto Calero have a full range of spa facilities, open to both guests and visitors alike. Providing an ideal alternative for anyone seeking accommodation in Lanzarote outside of the three main resorts.
The Costa Calero has an impressive spread of tropical gardens surrounding its four swimming pools. The rooms are brightly decorated and all feature air conditioning, whilst the suites offer a touch of luxury. It is a popular choice with families and the spa is well attended by locals, especially at weekends. The Hesperia prides itself on offering a wider range of facilities than any other hotel on the island at present. Including a pet policy that allows guests to bring their four-legged friend with them on holiday. It is also the only establishment at present that has WiFi internet access throughout the whole building.
There´s never been a better time to visit the island as flights to Lanzarote are currently available from as little as £10 return with Ryanair.
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