The nightlife in Gran Canaria is one of the main charms of this excellent destination. Its wide, varied and dynamic offer in leisure and entertainment is open to all kinds of visitors. And just like in mainland Spain, the night starts late but it’s full of excitement and fun and ends much, much later than in the rest of Europe.
There are plenty of options for a lively night out in a premium destination like Gran Canaria, you can attend a musical show on a terrace, or go clubbing to fun venues. There’s always a concert or a live show to attend. Locals frequent the same venues so you will always meet all kinds of interesting people on your night out.
Night time in Maspalomas
If you are looking for a fun night out, the Maspalomas nightlife will satisfy your needs. Located to the south of Gran Canaria, the whole area is packed to the brim with possibilities.
Of course you can kickstart your night at a top restaurant in a nice, soothing environment. If there’s two of you, a romantic walk by the beach and the promenade can be a delightful way to follow up dinner.
But the night has just begun, and the first advice is to go check the Meloneras Beach area. Right by the Maspalomas Lighthouse there’s many bars, pubs and restaurants that offer plenty of night time fun.
Blue Marlin Ibiza Sky Lounge Gran Canaria is such a unique venue, it has the best vistas in Maspalomas. Located at the rooftop of Hotel Faro, a Lopesan Collection Hotel, it is perfectly situated to provide the best vistas from its terrace. The Maspalomas Dunes Natural Reserve, the Atlantic Ocean, the commercial area of the Boulevard and the Maspalomas Lighthouse can all be admired from the exclusive, stylishly decorated Blue Marlin venue in Gran Canaria. Don’t miss out on visiting an elegant, top-class venue like Blue Marlin Ibiza Sky Lounge and live a truly exclusive experience.
Another exciting choice available for your night can be found at the top table games, poker and slots of Grand Casino Costa Meloneras.
But If outdoor live shows are of your preference you must visit Café del Mar, it is situated inside the iconic Hotel Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort & Spa and its weekly program brings you top-level artists in combination with excellent restaurant service. The chic and classy setting paired with rich shows of the highest quality.
Boulevard el Faro is the nightlife hotspot of South Gran Canaria, and you should make the most of all its variety in offer. Situated along the Maspalomas promenade this seaside open area is special on its own: green spaces, unique vistas and fine venues where you can relax and have a drink gazing at the Atlantic Ocean.
Chester Club is a venue you can’t miss. The best place to dance, drink and meet people in Maspalomas. It is the trend setting, spectacular and vibrant club to spend the whole night at.
Naturally, the best hotels in Maspalomas also provide leisure and entertainment. We have to mention three that stand out for the particular quality of their offer:
- Hotel Faro by Lopesan Collection Hotel. Its chill-out terrace remains the starting place for most nights.
- Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort & Spa. The La Brasserie Bar is the perfect place for that last drink of the day with the best music background.
- Holiday World in Maspalomas is the most comprehensive fun and entertainment facility in Gran Canaria. A Theme park, attractions, live shows, rides, bars and so much more unforgettable fun!
Nights out in Playa del Inglés
Where to go for a night out in Playa del Inglés? Nightlife is mostly congregated along the seaside walk, its paseo marítimo. It’s a very busy area that adapts to the time of day or night: venues serving cocktails, slushies or cappuccinos in the afternoon transform into full on party clubs, bars and pubs at night.
International quality DJ’s are the norm in these spanish, british, german and scandinavian venues that are open all night long.
There is another alternative you can opt for, if you pick a good hotel you can have a great time in its own facilities. Lopesan always offers you the best options for accommodation like Corallium Dunamar, Abora Continental, Abora Buenaventura, or Abora Catarina by Lopesan Hotels.
These hotels include bars, pubs and clubs where you can dance to the best music, have the finest drinks and meet new people. All this with an advantage, your room is just a couple minutes away.
Another symbolic venue of the canarian night is the Hard Rock Café Gran Canaria in Playa del Inglés. A rock-themed bar with delicious american food, focusing on their legendary burgers. This rock restaurant always meets your expectations.
Explore San Agustín
The area near San Agustín’s urban beach is home to another nightlife zone. Its long promenade connects with Playa del Inglés and hosts a series of very busy terraces, bars, restaurants and clubs.
One of the main charms of the area is the number of live music venues available. Fantastic evenings and nights in the best company. These are comfortable, exciting places filled with good fun where quality drinks are served while you enjoy the most varied shows.
The best of these venues are located close by San Agustín prestige hotels: The Coralium Beach and the Abora Interclub Atlantic by Lopesan Hotels. If you are staying you will not only be provided with the best services, attentions and perks of top quality hotels, you will also be very near to all the good fun.
To summarise, nights out in Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and San Agustín are up there with the best in continental Europe. They stand out for their premium, classy and distinguished character, while keeping the Spanish party essence alive.
The south of the island is the beating heart of the nightlife in Gran Canaria. Book your stay in a Lopesan Hotel and you will pair up top lodging with the abundant night leisure and entertainment offer available. It’s quite obvious, really: Reserve your flight to Gran Canaria and make the most out of your day and your night!
