Seaside Sandy Beach
Excellent, well-reviewed buffet dining with show cooking and al fresco terrace Relaxing spa with sauna, steam room, massages and beauty treatments Central Playa Del Ingles location, stroll to beach and nightlife Warm, attentive service from long-standing staff Certified Sustainable Hotel meeting a GSTC-recognised standard Free Wi-Fi throughout
Overview
Refined décor, warm tones and lush planting give Seaside Sandy Beach an upscale, almost boutique feel in the heart of lively Playa Del Ingles. Three saltwater pools are wrapped in swaying palms, the spa is genuinely restorative, and the buffet restaurant is known for its excellent food and al fresco terrace. With the resort centre and Playa Del Ingles’ golden sands both just a short walk away, you can dip between beach, bars and blissful relaxation with ease.
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Map & location
Playa Del Ingles, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain
Seaside Sandy Beach places you in the heart of Playa Del Ingles, Gran Canaria’s best-known resort. Step outside and you’re a short walk from the lively resort centre with its shops, bars and restaurants, while the gently shelving golden sands of Playa Del Ingles beach are just down the hill. The 8km swathe of sand links to Maspalomas’ famous dunes in one direction and San Agustín in the other, so you can vary your beach days with ease.
By night, the commercial centres light up with live music, cabaret and clubs, but back at the hotel the mood is more relaxed, with evening entertainment and a sociable bar terrace.
- Playa Del Ingles resort centre 200m
- Playa Del Ingles beach 290m
- Maspalomas sand dunes 3km
- Approx. transfer time from airport 30 minutes
Facilities
Pool & outdoors
The hotel features three outdoor saltwater pools, including:
– A main pool with children’s section, sun terrace, sunbeds and parasols
– Two separate heated children’s pools with their own sunbathing spaces
Pool towels are available with a refundable deposit, so you can travel lighter.
When you’re ready for the ocean, it’s an easy walk – around 290m – down to Playa Del Ingles beach, a wide, golden stretch with plenty of space to find your spot, plus watersports, cafés and access along the coast to Maspalomas and San Agustín.
Spa, sports & wellness
Wellbeing is a major draw here. The spa includes a sauna and steam room, with a menu of massages and beauty treatments plus an on-site hairdresser (minimum age 16 years; charges apply).
The air-conditioned gym offers cardio machines, free weights, a stretching zone and fixed strength equipment. If you prefer to mix exercise with fun, there’s aerobics, aqua aerobics, darts, pilates, snooker (chargeable), tennis and yoga.
Cyclists benefit from dedicated cycling services including bike hire, guided rides and repair and maintenance facilities (local charges apply) – Gran Canaria’s volcanic interior and coastal routes are particularly popular with road and mountain bikers.
Daily and evening entertainment runs year-round, with professional shows, live music and a mini-disco for little ones.
Facilities and entertainment are subject to seasonal schedules and may vary.
Activities
? Daily daytime activities including aqua aerobics and water-based fun
? Fitness sessions such as aerobics, pilates and yoga
? Darts, snooker (local charge) and tennis
? Cycling services with bike hire, tours and workshop (extra charge)
? Evening entertainment year-round with live music, professional shows and mini-disco
? Seasonal kids’ club (4–12 yrs), indoor play area and outdoor playground
Guest services
?️ 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance
? Currency exchange and English newspapers (charge for some services)
? Equipment for hire such as bottle warmers, fans and kettles (subject to availability, local charges may apply)
♿ Wheelchair hire available on request (local charge)
? Spa, beauty salon and on-site hairdresser (minimum age 16 for treatments, charges apply)
? Luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures
? Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
Food & drink
The main buffet restaurant is the hotel’s culinary hub, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with live show cooking and a mix of international favourites, Canarian specials and healthier options. Its terrace setting is ideal for long, al fresco meals, and there’s a children’s menu and highchairs for younger guests.
Evenings continue at the Bar Salón cocktail bar, set on the terrace and open into the night for cocktails and live entertainment. Down by the pool, a pool bar keeps drinks flowing through the day, while a snack bar on the terrace serves light bites and afternoon treats – perfect if you’re staying All Inclusive.
A smart-casual dress code applies in the restaurant and bars (no beachwear; long trousers requested for gentlemen in the evening). Reservations or supplements may apply to certain items depending on your board basis, and opening hours can vary seasonally.
Choose All Inclusive, Half Board or B&B – and if you’re weighing up All Inclusive, see what All Inclusive typically includes.
Rooms
Superior Room for Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1
A comfortable option for solo travellers, with a private balcony and: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe (local charge), hairdryer, kettle, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath with shower attachment or shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning with towel change.
Single Room
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1
Ideal for single occupancy with a similar set-up to the Superior Room for Sole Use: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe (local charge), hairdryer, kettle, balcony, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning with towel change.
Standard Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3 (plus 1 infant)
Standard Rooms can be located on the ground and first floor, offering a cost-effective base without compromising comfort. Facilities include: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe (local charge), balcony or terrace, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning with towel change.
Junior Suite
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
A more spacious option, ideal for couples or small families wanting extra comfort. Amenities include: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe (local charge), bathrobe and slippers, DVD player, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, kettle, balcony, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath and separate shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning with towel change.
Superior Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Upgraded standard rooms with a preferred location or enhanced facilities. They come with: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe (local charge), hairdryer, kettle, balcony, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath with shower attachment or shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning with towel change.
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Local charges apply for some facilities such as safes and minibars. Specific views (e.g. sea or pool) are bookable at the time of reservation, subject to availability.
More info
Resort snapshot: Playa Del Ingles is Gran Canaria’s flagship resort – a long, sandy beach backed by a 2km promenade filled with cafés, shops and bars, plus some of the island’s best nightlife. You’ll also be close to the rolling dunes of Maspalomas and a good choice of day trips into the volcanic interior.
Good to know:
• Destination airport: Gran Canaria (LPA)
• Approximate transfer time: 30 minutes
• Language: Spanish
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: same as UK (0 hours)
• Typical UK flight time: around 4.5 hours
Baggage and transfers: packages commonly include 22kg checked baggage, 10kg hand luggage, return coach transfers and ATOL protection when booked as a flight-inclusive holiday with a UK tour operator.
Hotel information, facilities and entertainment are based on previous seasons and may change; some services are seasonal or weather dependent and local charges may apply. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.
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