Princesa Yaiza is the big, polished family resort of Playa Blanca, on the Avenida de Papagayo at the eastern end of town. It has 385 rooms and suites in landscaped grounds, and it sits right on the beach, with direct access to Playa Dorada and views across the water to Fuerteventura and the island of Lobos. The resort has several pools, a thalassotherapy and spa centre, a gym with classes, tennis courts and a children’s area called Capitán Park with supervised activities. Dining is a feature, with a choice of restaurants and bars that includes the award-winning Isla de Lobos, a tapas restaurant, an Italian, a Japanese and buffet options. The resort has been recognised for family travel, and it holds galas through the year for Easter, summer, Halloween and Christmas. It is a comfortable base for visitors who want a resort holiday with the island’s sights within reach.
Location and getting around
The resort is on Avenida de Papagayo 22 in Playa Blanca, on the south coast. The beach is directly in front, and the town’s seafront promenade, shops and restaurants are a pleasant walk away. The Papagayo beaches lie a short drive to the east, and the ferry to Fuerteventura leaves from Playa Blanca’s harbour.
The Museo Atlántico dive meets in Playa Blanca, and Timanfaya National Park, the Salinas de Janubio and the La Geria vineyards are all within an easy drive, so the resort works well as a southern base. A car is useful for the northern César Manrique sites, which are an hour or more away.
The rooms
Accommodation ranges from suites to family suites in an annex building, superior doubles and presidential suites, all with a refrigerator, a balcony and generous space. Room service is available all day. Families should ask for a suite close to the pools and the children’s club, and couples can ask for a quieter room away from the activity area.
Who it suits
Families, couples who want a resort stay and anyone who values a spa and a choice of restaurants. The scale is large, so those who prefer a small boutique atmosphere may find it busy, especially in the school holidays.
Good to know
A breakfast buffet is included in many rate plans, and free self-parking and in-room WiFi are offered, but check the details of your rate. Childcare is available for a surcharge. Winter, from about November to March, is the busy season for sun-seeking visitors, so book early for the best choice of rooms and the specialist restaurants.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront access to Playa Dorada
- ✓Several outdoor pools including a children’s pool
- ✓Thalassotherapy and spa centre
- ✓Many restaurants including Isla de Lobos
- ✓Capitán Park children’s area with activities
- ✓Gym, tennis courts and bike rental
- ✓Free self-parking and in-room WiFi
- ✓Breakfast buffet included in many rates
Good questions
Is Princesa Yaiza on the beach?+
Yes, it is beachfront, with direct access to Playa Dorada. The Papagayo beaches are a short drive to the east.
Is the resort good for families?+
Yes, it has a children’s area with supervised activities, a children’s pool and family suites. Childcare is offered for a surcharge.
Is breakfast included?+
A breakfast buffet is included in many rate plans, so check the rate you choose. The resort also has a choice of à la carte and specialist restaurants.
