Barceló Corralejo Bay is an adults-only hotel in Corralejo, the lively northern town that sits beside the great sand dunes of Fuerteventura. It is rated four stars, and the adults-only policy is the main part of its character: a calmer, quieter atmosphere than the family resorts, with pools and terraces designed for relaxing and not for children's games. Corralejo is the island's best base for people who want variety. The town has a harbour with ferries to Isla de Lobos and to Lanzarote, a good selection of restaurants and bars, shops and a lively old centre, and just beyond it begins the Corralejo Natural Park, with kilometres of white dunes and turquoise water that rank among the best beaches in the Canary Islands. The hotel suits couples and groups of friends who want sun, a pool and good food, with the freedom to walk into town in the evening. It also works for active travellers, since Corralejo is known for windsurfing, kitesurfing and surfing, and many visitors combine a few days on the water with lazy hours by the pool. In winter the north of the island is mild and windy, and in summer the trade wind keeps the heat comfortable. If you would like a stay that is grown-up, comfortable and well placed for the beaches, the dunes and the town, this is a strong candidate in the north of the island.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the Grandes Playas area of Corralejo, on the edge of the town and close to the dunes and the long beaches. Fuerteventura airport is about forty minutes away by road, and taxis and transfers are easy to arrange. Corralejo town centre and the harbour are within a walk or a short taxi ride, and the local bus links the town with the dunes and the rest of the north.
The rooms and facilities
Expect modern rooms and suites, many with balconies, and check the room types and board options when you book. Adults-only hotels of this class usually offer pools, a spa or wellness area, a gym and a choice of restaurants and bars, with a relaxed evening atmosphere. Check the age policy and the facilities in the latest information before you reserve.
What to do nearby
Walk or cycle in the Corralejo Natural Park, swim at the dunes beaches, take the ferry to the small uninhabited island of Isla de Lobos or cross to Lanzarote for a day. Surf schools and kite schools operate along the coast, and the old town of La Oliva and the inland villages are a short drive away. Evening options include harbour-front restaurants and bars in the town.
Who it suits
Couples, friends travelling together, honeymooners and anyone who wants a quiet hotel with a beach holiday on the doorstep. It does not suit families with children, because of the adults-only policy.
Good to know
The wind is strong in the north of the island, particularly in summer, so ask for a sheltered terrace and bring a windbreak. The dune beaches have few facilities in places, so bring water and sun protection. Hire a car if you want to explore the island beyond Corralejo, and check when you book for current facilities, room categories and any renovation work.
Why stay here
- ✓Four-star adults-only hotel
- ✓Grandes Playas area of Corralejo
- ✓Close to the Corralejo dunes
- ✓Pools and terraces
- ✓Spa or wellness area
- ✓Restaurants and bars
- ✓Short trip to the ferry for Isla de Lobos
- ✓About forty minutes from the airport
Good questions
Is Barceló Corralejo Bay adults only?+
Yes, it is an adults-only hotel, so it is not for families with children. Check the age policy when you book.
Is it close to the dunes?+
Yes, it is in the Grandes Playas area of Corralejo, close to the dunes and the long beaches of the Corralejo Natural Park.
Can I take the ferry to Isla de Lobos from here?+
Yes, boats to Isla de Lobos leave from the harbour in Corralejo, which is a short ride or walk from the hotel.
