Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia, Gran Canaria
Facts in brief
Official star rating 5 deluxe
Location The hotel is 7-minutes' walk to the beach
Annual opening All year
Closest airport Gran Canaria
Distance from airport The hotel is about 30-minutes' drive from Gran Canaria Airport
Hotel facilities and services
Restaurant, Piano Bar, Pool Bar, Spa with Heated Saltwater Pool, Sauna, Steam Bath, Salt Cave, Cold water plunge pool, Aqua Gym, Yoga and Tai Chi can be arranged at the Hotel Palm Beach, Fitness cedntre with cardio-vascular equipment, muscle development equipment and aerobic equipment.
Complimentary
Welcome gift of water and fruit on arrival, daily newspaper.
Chargeable watersports
Aqua Aerobics
Land sports
Open-air Gym, 7 Golf courses, Tennis, Shuffleboard, Table Tennis, Darts, Tai Chi, and Yoga at Hotel Palm Beach.
Out and about nearby
Maspalomas, Dunas de Maspalomas, Playa de Maspalomas, the Moonlight Cinema, Botanical Park of Maspalomas, Palmitos animal park, the harbour of Pasito Blanco, Playa de San Agustin, Campo del Golf de Maspalomas. It is about 45 minutes' drive to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in the north of the island.
Sports nearby
Water Skiing, Cycling, Hiking.
We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a standard room with balcony or terrace for 7 nights
From about
£3,660
Holiday Code EXH1628
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia, Gran Canaria
In the seaside resort of Maspalomas in southern Gran Canaria, Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia offers unrivalled hospitality. With the Dunes of Maspalomas close by and within walking distance of the vast beach where the dunes meet the sea, the location is brilliant for couples looking to unwind and enjoy the landscape. The hotel is just set back from the shoreline, where its remarkable architecture languishes in stunning surrounds, characterised by a distinct Spanish-colonial style. Built around the centrepiece of a beautifully landscaped pool area with a freeform saltwater swimming pool, the resort buildings comprise numerous two-storey villas. With gently-sloped terracotta roofing and balconies adorned with vibrant flower blossom, such architecture is overshadowed by exotic palm trees. This area is reminiscent of an oasis within the desert-like environment of the dunes nearby. The interior design at Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia is styled by French architect Alberto Pinto and shows a tasteful, Spanish theme that is at once refined and characterful. This continues into the 94 guestroom and suites, which manage a balance between home-style comfort and exuberant luxury. As the only resort on Gran Canaria that's a member of the Leading Hotels of the World group, Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia owes this success to the outstanding level of service and luxury on offer. Nowhere is this seen more than in the dining service. The restaurant, split between an elegant dining room and an outdoor terrace with fabulous dune and mountain views, serves traditional specialities and international dishes prepared by prestigious chefs. On two nights a week a barbeque buffet makes the most of fresh meats and seafood, while a cross-dining experience means you can dine at nearby sister hotel Seaside Palm Beach. Half board is included but reductions are possible for combinations of four nights on half board and three nights on bed and breakfast or, for a 14-night stay, it is possible to have ten nights on half board and four nights on bed and breakfast. Gala dinners on 25 December and 31 December are included in the half board arrangement. By day there is also a pool bar serving fresh tapas, while the sophisticated Piano Bar offers beverages in a setting that recalls the style of a bygone era. Pastime facilities range from various activities such as golf and tennis, while true serenity can be achieved in the well-equipped Wellness and Spa Centre. Spa packages can be prebooked by Expressions Holidays.
Room descriptions
Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia has 94 rooms and suites with air conditioning, flat screen TV, DVD player, kettle, minibar or fridge, coffee and tea facilities, safe, bathtub, hairdryer, telephone. Suites have an Espresso coffee machine too.
We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a standard room with balcony or terrace for 7 nights
From about
£3,660
Holiday Code EXH1628
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia, Gran Canaria
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to the Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia, Gran Canaria, Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways from London to Gran Canaria. Flights may be available from other UK airports with Easyjet, Jet2 and TUI for example. The hotel is about 25 minutes’ drive from the airport and we recommend that we book a private car transfer for you. If you are combining hotels and islands, you may want us to book a hire-car for you.
Additional information
Minimum stays: Between 1 November and 30 April there is a minium stay of 7 nights except from 3-22 December and from 12 to 30 April when it is 5 nights. Between 1 May and 31 October, there is a minimum stay of 5 nights except from 28 June to 25 August when it is 3 nights and from 14 to 31 October when it is 7 nights.
Children: The hotel does not accept children under 16 years of age due to the height of the balconies.
Special offers
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We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a standard room with balcony or terrace for 7 nights
From about
£3,660
Holiday Code EXH1628
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia, Gran Canaria
About Canary Islands
An Expressions tailor-made holiday to the Canary Islands includes a selection of four and five star beach resorts which cater for families and couples alike. The Canary Islands can be found sitting off the western coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. Warmed by year-round sunshine, the Canaries feature otherworldly landscapes of volcanic craters, lava deserts and cute coves with black-sand beaches. Meanwhile, steep hillsides and terraced farmland gives way to peaceful fishing villages and characterful old towns. In the west of the archipelago are the mountainous islands of Tenerife, La Palma, El Hierro and La Gomera. Expect black-sand beaches and buzzing resorts along Tenerife's coastline whilst the interior is dominated by the dormant Mount Teide volcano. Meanwhile the three smaller islands remain relatively unspoiled, with landscapes including terraced hillsides, craggy cliffs and subtropical rainforests. The eastern isles consist of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, each with a unique atmosphere and plenty of attractions. Gran Canaria is home to sprawling resorts as well as stunning scenery with forests, mountains and sand dunes; Fuerteventura is an arid and sparsely populated island with a desert-like landscape and long stretches of white sand beaches; while Lanzarote is a rugged island where lava flows have solidified to create a lunar landscape which contrasts with sandy beaches and green valleys. Due to their location in the Atlantic Ocean just 60 miles away from the coast of Morocco, the Canary Islands' cultures fuse African, Latin American and European influences, creating a unique identity which is quite different to that of the Iberian Peninsula. Contrary to popular belief, there is no want for authenticity here....
Highlights of the Canary Islands
There is great variation between the different islands which make up the Canaries, with each destination offering much for visitors to enjoy during their luxury holiday. Tenerife: Teide National Park, an area surrounding the volcano with stunning natural landscapes. Traditional towns such as La Orotava and La Laguna. The Museum of Fine Arts in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Fuerteventura: Untouched white- and black-sand beaches which surround the island. Betancuria, the island's former capital which is now a picturesque town. Primitive stone dwellings in the village of Poblado de la Atalayita. Lanzarote: The Fire Mountains, a number of volcanoes which form part of Timanfaya National Park. The modern yet charming city of Arrecife. Teguise, an old-fashioned town which hosts a weekly market with folk dancing. Volcanic caves at Jameos del Agua. Gran Canaria: Picturesque towns and fishing villages such as Puerto do Mogán and Agaete. Undulating sand dunes at Maspalomas, a protected nature reserve. Botanical gardens in Tarifa. Cave complexes in the valley of Barranco de Guayadeque. Views of the volcanic crater at the Caledra de la Bandama. The old quarter of the island's capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. La Palma: Santa Cruz de la Palma, the island's colourful capital where you will find cobbled streets, buildings with pretty wooden balconies and a full-sized replica of Columbus' ship. Caldera de Taburiente National Park, set in a volcanic crater at the island's centre. Picturesque villages including El Paso which is still known for its silk production. El Hierro: The extensive network of walking trails which traverse the volcanic interior of the island, designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Natural seawater pools along the coastline, as well as excellent scuba diving opportunities. La Gomera: San Sebastián, the island's main town where Christopher Columbus stayed before sailing to the New Wold. Stunning natural scenery including terraced hillsides, subtropical rainforest, dramatic gorges, steep cliffs, picturesque coves and black-sand beaches. Garonjay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Gastronomy of the Canary Islands
Due to the geographical location, gastronomy in the Canary Islands incorporates elements of Spanish, African and Latin American cuisine. A staple of Canarian cuisine is fish, which may be grilled, baked, salted or dried in the sun, along with shellfish which is also abundant. Bananas and tropical fruits are all grown across the islands, whilst rum, Malvasía wine and goat's cheeses are also produced. Key ingredients include ‘Gofio’ (cornmeal which is used in bread and stews), ‘Mojo’ (a sauce which contains either coriander or chili peppers and is frequently served with fish and meat) and ‘Papas arrugadas’ (a kind of jacket potato which is cooked in salt water). Typical dishes include ‘Sancocho’ (boiled fish served with potatoes), ‘Puchero canario’ (a hearty stew made with meat and vegetables) and ‘Bienmesabe’ (an almond cream dessert).
Festivals on the Canary Islands
January to February: Canary Islands Music Festival. February: Carnival celebrations. March: Holiy week celebrations. 29 April: Festival of the Aborigines, April to May: Cheese Festivals, 30 May: Day of the Canary Islands, May/June: Corpus Christi celebrations, 14 to 15 June: Festival of Saint John, marking the beginning of summer. July: Festival of the patron saint of fisherman. July: Canary Islands Jazz festival. 14 to 15 August: Festival of Virgen del Candelaria.
Climate of the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands' year-round sunshine, clear skies and spring-like temperatures make them a suitable holiday destination for all seasons. Winters are mild with average temperatures of around 17 degrees, whilst summers are warm with temperatures of around 24 degrees. Most of the islands are cooler and wetter in the northeast thanks to the trade winds which prevent the temperatures from getting too hot in the summer.
