Lanzarote

Travel Guide
Lanzarote showing a marina and a coastal town
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.

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Where to stay in Lanzarote

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only
Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only
4 out of 5
Plaza Janubio s/n, Costa Teguise, Teguise, Lanzarote
The price is €197 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
€197
per night
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Teguise. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Las Cucharas Beach and Jablillo Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)
"The food was the highlight of my stay. The lunches in the Breeze restaurant were the standouts while I didn’t enjoy the food in the Champs sports bar as the portions were huge and quiet stodgy. The rooms are spacious with very comfortable beds and mine had a hot tub on the balcony. I found all the ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2023

Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults only
Hotel Diamar & Business Center
Hotel Diamar & Business Center
3 out of 5
Avda. Fred Olsen nº 8, Arrecife, Lanzarote
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Arrecife. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Popular attractions El Reducto Beach and Tourist Information Office ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (576 reviews)
"Perfect location, clean rooms and quiet. The breakfast buffet had a lot of options, however the restaurant/cafeteria was closed for the whole length of my stay. I would definitely choose it again."

Reviewed on 10 May 2023

Hotel Diamar & Business Center
Seaside Los Jameos Playa
Seaside Los Jameos Playa
4 out of 5
Playa de los Pocillos s/n, Puerto del Carmen, Tías, Lanzarote
The price is €216 per night from 24 Sep to 25 Sep
€216
per night
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Tías. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa de Matagorda and Pocillos Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (348 reviews)
Fantastic!
"Our first time in Lanzarote. Hotel was all we could have wished for and more. Lovely room with balcony. Staff so friendly and eager to please. Food was amazing with lots of choices. In house entertainment every evening. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 13 Sep 2023

Seaside Los Jameos Playa
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.
Plus Fariones Apartamentos
Plus Fariones Apartamentos
3 out of 5
Timanfaya, 8, Puerto del Carmen, Tías, Lanzarote
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Tías. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a children's pool. Popular attractions Timanfaya Sub and Fariones ...
9/10 Wonderful! (200 reviews)
Pleasant stay
"Nice 2 bed apartment, right beside the pool. Towels provided for pool as well as apartment so that was great but unfortunately really hard to get a bed. Breakfast was good. Only negative was advertised as having Air Con…..it didn’t, just fans! Good location"

Reviewed on 14 Sep 2023

Plus Fariones Apartamentos
Vitalclass Lanzarote Resort
Vitalclass Lanzarote Resort
4 out of 5
Avda. Las Palmeras, 15, Teguise, Lanzarote
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Teguise. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the WiFi in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (56 reviews)
"This hotel is absolutely lovely. It’s fairly small and during our stay there we’re plenty of sun loungers for all around the 3 pools. Our premium suite was spacious and well equipped-suited our group of 4 women perfectly-also lovely to access the pool are via our patio door. Food was delicious and ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2023

Vitalclass Lanzarote Resort
Gloria Izaro Club Hotel
Gloria Izaro Club Hotel
4 out of 5
C/Las Salinas N 9, Puerto del Carmen, Tías, Lanzarote
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Tías. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a children's pool. Popular attractions Fariones Sports Center and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (459 reviews)
"Excellent and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 17 May 2023

Gloria Izaro Club Hotel
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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