Lanzarote

Travel Guide

A large rock formation with a sign reading "Cueva de los Verdes".
A pool surrounded by rocky terrain and palm trees.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, clear blue waters, and a distant mountain.
A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue waters, rocky cliffs, and a mountain in the background.

Lanzarote Travel Guide Video

When it’s time for that much needed break, there’s nobetter holiday than a trip to Lanzarote, one ofthe most popular Canary Islands, just off the coast of Spain. Nothing beatschilling on the beach down in Lanzarote. Make sureyou set aside a day or two and head to explore some of Lanzarote’smost scenic coastal attractions. Papagayo Beach and Pocillos Beach are amongthe best stretches of beach in this coastal location while Blanca Beach andPuerto del Carmen Beach are also well worth a look.

Of course, it’s not all the beach bum lifestyle. Feellike learning something new in Lanzarote? Makesure you check out the Cesar Manrique Foundation and the Whale and DolphinMuseum. Of the many fascinating museums in the city, these two get the mostattention from the travellers.

Tiring of the crowds? Then escape the bustlingstreets by exploring the nearby nature reserves, such as Timanfaya NationalPark and Mirador del Rio. Both are great for hiking and birdwatching, and thereare even facilities that allow you to enjoy lunch or a drink in the preserves’beautiful grounds.

Lanzarote is alsoknown for its top notch golfing. Tee off at one the area’s excellent golfcourses. Work on your drives and putting and book a few holes at Lanzarote GolfResort or Costa Teguise Golf Club. What better way to get active whilerelaxing?

For those holidaying in Lanzarotewith children, discover a world of family fun at Rancho Texas Park. Don't missthe chance to visit this fun-filled and engaging attraction, offeringear-to-ear smiles for the young and the young at heart. There are also anabundance of water parks around the island, which offer an ideal way to cooldown in the hot Canary Island sun.

Bit of a shopaholic? Indulge in some retail therapyand amble through the boutique shops and big brand stores of the DeilandShopping Centre. It is a vibrant place packed with fashion, accessories, freshproduce and is great places to eat too.

Why not visit Cactus Garden where visitors canspend time outdoors enjoying the local flora and fauna? It’s a great place forthe artists amongst you to pull out your sketch pad, or if you’re not that wayinclined just soak up the sunshine. This park is the perfect place to unwind.

Create memories, admire the educational displaysand discover a range of animal habitats at Guinate Animal Park, an excitingzoo. Learn about some of the zoo’s more unusual animals and ask about feedingtimes to see if you can participate.

Lanzarote is an idealgetaway for all the family. Book a trip with Expedia now.

Grand Hyatt Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort

Grand Hyatt Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort

5 out of 5
Avenida Papagayo, 24 Yaiza Lanzarote
The price is €209 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
€209
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Yaiza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Hotel is a very nice hotel. Great location. Super facilities and pool areas. Staff were nice and friendly. The Grand club rooms came with excellent unexpected extras that would entice us to go back. One issue was air con didn't work in the room and after we reported it, someone came to fix but still ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Grand Hyatt Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort
Secrets Lanzarote Resort & Spa  - Adults Only (+18) - Hyatt Inclusive Collection

Secrets Lanzarote Resort & Spa - Adults Only (+18) - Hyatt Inclusive Collection

5 out of 5
Urbanizacion Cortijo Viejo Yaiza Lanzarote
The price is €238 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€238
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Yaiza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"We really liked our two weeks at the hotel. my wife and I. I was however more than slightly unhappy by the lack of heating in the pools, which I reported through Expedia as well as not being offered a VIP upgrade or a few hours late checkout. The hotel guest services came back to me within hours ..."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Secrets Lanzarote Resort & Spa - Adults Only (+18) - Hyatt Inclusive Collection
Hotel Lancelot

Hotel Lancelot

3 out of 5
Mancomunidad Av 9 Arrecife Lanzarote
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €86 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
€86
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arrecife. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel., with very helpful staff. Would definitely. Stay again,"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Hotel Lancelot
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Grupotel Cinco Plazas

Grupotel Cinco Plazas

3 out of 5
Calle Anzuelo,56 Tías
Stay at this aparthotel in Tías. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (242 reviews)
"Hotel was great for kids, there was a few loose tiles in the pool which they should rectify as ppl might cut their feet. Unfortunately we saw a few cockroaches on the ground floor area but cleaners were fast to remove them. It was a great price for the midterm."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Grupotel Cinco Plazas
Grupotel Flamingo Beach

Grupotel Flamingo Beach

3.5 out of 5
AV. de las Canarias Yaiza Las Palmas
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Yaiza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (263 reviews)
"Nice apartment next to the pool; slept very comfortably; very clean bathroom; location is quiet and walkable from Playa Blanca restaurants."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Grupotel Flamingo Beach
Aparthotel ILUNION Costa Sal Lanzarote

Aparthotel ILUNION Costa Sal Lanzarote

3.5 out of 5
Calle Agonal, 16 Tías Lanzarote
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Tías. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Aparthotel ILUNION Costa Sal Lanzarote
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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