Arrecife Gran Hotel and Spa is the island capital’s landmark hotel, standing on the bay beside the old Casa Amarilla and at the foot of El Reducto beach. It has 160 rooms and suites, from city-view and sea-view rooms to larger suites with extra spa benefits, and its facilities include an indoor pool, a spa with a circuit, a gym, two restaurants and a rooftop bar called Blue 17. A grill and pool bar, La Buena Vida, adds a casual option. The hotel is only about five minutes from the island’s airport, which makes it a convenient first or last night. It is also the best base for visitors who prefer a real town to a resort, with Arrecife’s promenade, shops and old quarter on the doorstep and the northern and southern sights within a day’s drive.
Location and getting around
The hotel is at Parque Islas Canarias in Arrecife, on the waterfront in the middle of the island. El Reducto beach is about a three-minute walk, and the town centre, the harbour and the old castle area are close. The airport is about five minutes away by road. Arrecife is central, so the César Manrique sites in the north, Timanfaya National Park and the La Geria vineyards are each within roughly half an hour to an hour by car, and a hire car is the easiest way to explore.
The rooms
There are eight room types, from city-view and sea-view rooms to Ocean Suites, Infinity Suites and Sky Suites. Suite bookings include a spa circuit, and the larger suites have generous space and views over the bay. Ask for a sea-view room if you want to watch the harbour at dusk, and a city-view room if you prefer a quieter outlook.
Who it suits
Couples, culture lovers, business visitors and travellers who want an urban base with a spa. It is less suitable for families who want a beach resort with children’s facilities, because the pool is indoors and the beach is a short walk away rather than on the doorstep.
Good to know
Breakfast is a buffet, so check whether it is part of your rate. Parking is available for a daily charge. The hotel’s spa hours and treatments should be booked in advance, and it is worth checking the opening hours of the spa for your dates. Winter, from about November to March, is the busy season for sun-seeking visitors, so reserve early.
Why stay here
- ✓Waterfront location at El Reducto beach
- ✓Indoor swimming pool
- ✓Spa with Aqua+ circuit
- ✓Blue 17 rooftop bar
- ✓Two restaurants and a grill bar
- ✓Gym and bike rental
- ✓Parking for a daily charge
- ✓Five minutes from the airport
Good questions
Is Arrecife Gran Hotel near the beach?+
Yes, El Reducto beach is about a three-minute walk from the hotel. The hotel stands on the Arrecife waterfront rather than in a beach resort area.
How far is the hotel from the airport?+
It is about five minutes by road, so it suits a first or last night. Taxis are easy to find.
Does the hotel have a spa?+
Yes, it has a spa with a circuit, and suite bookings include spa access. Book treatments in advance and check the spa’s hours for your dates.
