Gran Canaria
Long stretches of sandy beaches, lively resorts, traditional villages, and plenty of opportunities to hike the natural landscape. Holidays to Gran Canaria can be as relaxing or as energetic as you want them to be. Fly direct from Dublin to this volcanic Spanish island and take in the sweeping Atlantic views.
South coast beaches
Beach lovers flock to the south coast of Gran Canaria, home to some of the islands best stretches of sand. There’s lots of choice when it comes to beaches. You'll find everything from secluded coves backed by sleepy villages, to energetic hotspots overlooked by huge hotel complexes. The beaches are often the central hub of activity on a Gran Canaria night out, with lots of bars, restaurants, and cafés.
Exclusive resorts
Right down on the southern tip of the island is where you’ll find Gran Canaria’s most exclusive and luxurious resorts. Places like Meloneras have an air of exclusivity, with swanky boulevards, five-star hotels, high-end restaurants, and designer stores. The colonial revival architecture here is different from what you’ll find in other parts of the island. The skyline's low-rise and scattered with greenery.
Inland exploration
You’ll probably choose to stay in one of the beach resorts in the south, or in the shopping haven of Las Palmas in the north. But don’t overlook the beauty of Gran Canaria’s interior. Right in the centre of the island stands Pico de las Nieves, an almost 2000-metre volcanic peak. You can also hike to the Roque Nublo landmark, visit the Pilancones natural park, and walk among butterflies at Palmitos Park.
The Canary Islands boast year round sun, making it the perfect winter sun destination. Check out the weather in Gran Canaria for monthly temperatures.
3* Apartamentos Eden
Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spa
About the hotel
These family-friendly hilltop apartments line up a buffet restaurant, bar and entertainment to watch after dark.
The Eden Apartments perch high on a hilltop in Puerto Rico, so the views are second to none. The modern apartments all come with a balcony or terrace. You can also expect a pool and a shallow pool for little ones. And if you want to push the boat out, you can pick a swim-up room.
Within five minutes’ walk, you’ve got a shopping centre that’s packed with restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. As for the beach, that’s a 10-minute cab ride away.
Hotel facilities
Highlights
- 1 x Bars
- 1 x Kids pools
- 2 x Pools
- 1 x Restaurants
- Edén buffet restaurant
- Outdoor pool
- Solarium
Pool
There are two pools. The larger one's split down the middle by a bridge, which leads to a bar for waterside drinks and ice-creams. Sunloungers and parasols are scattered all around them, and there’s a mini pool for children, as well. The rooftop terrace offers up an alternative spot for sunbathing. It’s adults-only, so it’s really peaceful, and the views stretch as far as the mighty Mount Teide on neighbouring Tenerife.
Outdoor pool
One lagoon-style pool is sprinkled with sunloungers and parasols. There's a snack bar here, too.
Solarium
The rooftop solarium is an adults-only space where you can relax and take in the sea-views.
Kids' pool
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Food & drink
At the buffet restaurant, an international spread is laid on for dinner, with the likes of steaks, chicken and rice. There are also barbecues that take place out on the terrace. If you're Self Catering, you'll have everything you need to whip up breakfasts in your apartment. And if you've booked an All Inclusive stay, or you fancy eating out one day, there's a buffet place with Continental and cooked options.
Edén buffet restaurant
Opening Times: [08.00-10.30, 12.30-14.30, 18.30-21.30]
At the hotel's main buffet restaurant you can tuck into a variety of Spanish and international cuisine. Snacks are also available from 11am 'til midday.
Pool bar
Opening Times: [11.00-23.00]
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Entertainment
Entertainment-wise, you can expect flamenco dancing, magic shows and live music acts, as well as regular bingo and karaoke sessions. Kids get a mini-disco, too. For low-key evenings, you can sip sangria on the terrace, which comes with panoramic views over the town’s whitewashed rooftops. Venture out and there’s a selection of bars and entertainment venues five minutes’ walk away.
Evening entertainment programme
There's live music daily and shows twice a week.
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Sports & activities
Pool and darts tournaments take place during the day, while the pool is the setting for aqua aerobics and water polo.
- Watersports*
- Hiking
- Horse riding*
- Pool table*
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General facilities
- Luggage store
- Shuttle bus
Shuttle bus available to Playa De Amadores beach.
Items marked with * incur extra charges which are payable locally
Accessibility
This hotel hasn’t been surveyed for its accessibility yet, but we’re working on it.
We realise everyone’s needs are different, so it’s best to get in touch with our Assisted Travel team if you’ve got any questions, on 0353 1 6937700 and option 4. The team are available from 9am to 7pm on weekdays, 9am to 5pm on Saturday and 10am to 5pm on Sunday.
We’ve partnered with AccessAble to create Detailed Access Guides. View our other hotels Detailed Access Guides.
Also, if you or someone you’re travelling with requires assistance at the airport, or on your flight, please let us know as soon as possible once you’ve booked your holiday. You can give the Assisted Travel team a call to arrange this.
