Meloneras is a tourist area belonging to the area of Maspalomas, in the south of Gran Canaria. It's a modern and elegant place, which offers a wide variety of services and amenities for visitors.
This area is one of the busiest in the south of the island, largely due to its famous promenade, which links the Maspalomas Lighthouse with the beach of Meloneras, where you can enjoy a spectacular sunset.
Meloneras also has one of the best golf courses on the island, Meloneras Golf, which offers incredible views of the sea and the dunes of Maspalomas.
In addition, another element to highlight is its wide range of leisure, gastronomy and shopping, with terraces, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and top brand shops. Meloneras is an ideal destination for those looking for luxury, comfort, and exclusivity when visiting Gran Canaria.
The coastal area of Meloneras, whose name comes from the cultivation of melons, very popular in the area, and which were highly appreciated by sailors who stopped over on the island.
Meloneras developed as a high quality tourist area at the end of the 20th century, taking advantage of its proximity to the Maspalomas Lighthouse and the dunes, which are two of the main natural attractions of Gran Canaria.
Aboriginal origins
On the Paseo de Meloneras you can see the archaeological site of Punta Mujeres, which is an example of the coastal settlements of the ancient inhabitants of the island, the Guanches.
The Guanches were a people of Berber origin who settled on the island some 2000 years ago, developing their own culture until the Spanish conquest in the 15th century.
The Punta Mujeres site is located in a strategic location, near the oasis of Charca de Maspalomas, where the Guanches had water, game, and birds at their disposal all year round. The coast also provided them with marine resources, such as fish and molluscs.
Places of interest in Meloneras
This town in Gran Canaria offers a wide variety of attractions for all tastes and ages. For example, the Maspalomas Lighthouse, a historical monument considered an Asset of Cultural Interest.
If you're interested in culture, you can also visit the Charca de Maspalomas, an ancient saltwater lake that today is a place of great natural value.
But Meloneras isn't only a place full of charm and beauty. It also has numerous leisure, gastronomic and sporting options that'll make your stay unforgettable.
The Charca de Maspalomas, a small coastal lagoon of brackish water, is separated from the sea by a sand barrier.
It forms part of the Special Nature Reserve of the Maspalomas Dunes, a place of great ecological and biological value.
The lagoon is home to a wide variety of plants and animals, especially migratory and aquatic birds.
The lighthouse of Maspalomas, a symbol of Meloneras, is a historical and cultural monument of great importance.
It was built between 1884 and 1889 by the engineer Juan León y Castillo, and is 60 metres high.
The lighthouse isn't only a point of reference for sailors, but also a place of tourist and cultural interest. Inside it houses an ethnographic museum, an exhibition hall and several shops and restaurants.
The Meloneras Golf Course is an 18-hole course, offering magnificent views of the mountains and the sea, with three holes on the coast itself.
The course was designed by Ron Kirby and opened in 2006. Since then, it has hosted important golf tournaments, such as the Spanish PGA Championship in 2007.
For those over the age of 18, there's the Gran Casino Costa Meloneras, the largest casino on the island, a place for leisure and fun.
It offers a wide variety of games of chance, such as roulette, blackjack, poker and slot machines, as well as tournaments and special events.
It also has a restaurant where you can enjoy quality cuisine and a professional and friendly customer service.
The Varadero Shopping Centre is a shopping and leisure area located in the tourist area of Meloneras, near the Maspalomas lighthouse.
This shopping centre has more than 50 shops selling fashion, accessories, jewellery, perfumery, sports, and electronics of the best brands, as well as a wide range of gastronomy and entertainment.
Meloneras Beach is an urban beach of great beauty, located on the south coast of Gran Canaria. It's a beach of fine white sand, with a length of 500 metres and a width of 75 metres.
Surrounded by a promenade with palm trees, restaurants and shops, it's a very popular beach with both tourists and residents of the island.
Playa de las mujeres is a grey rocky beach located next to the promenade of Meloneras. The beach is about 500 metres long and 30 metres wide, and is surrounded by rocky hills.
It's an ideal place to relax and enjoy the sound of the waves, but beware of litter and broken glass in some areas.
El Hornillo beach, also known as Pasito Blanco beach, is a dark sandy beach, located a few metres from the port of Pasito Blanco, in a private residential area.
It has a length of 203 metres and a width of 25 metres. The characteristic dark colour of its sand is due to the presence of volcanic minerals. The waters are calm and crystalline, with a moderate swell.
Our Hotel Bull Escorial & Spa is located just 5 minutes' walk from the charming Playa del Inglés, as well as a 30-minute walk from the spectacular Maspalomas Dunes.
It's a holiday hotel, available on half-board and all-inclusive basis. It has spacious, comfortable rooms, ideal for relaxing in one of the best areas of Gran Canaria. They have a private balcony, the perfect complement to rest and recharge your batteries.
It also has a complete spa, where disconnection from daily life and peace is totally guaranteed, free of charge for all hotel guests! Saunas, steam baths, relaxing beds and many more services to enjoy a wellness experience.
In the upper part of the hotel, we have a solarium area, where you can sunbathe under the rays of the Canarian sun.
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The Bull Vital Suites & Spa hotel offers luxury accommodation next to the Maspalomas golf course. The complex has 3 outdoor swimming pools, one of which is heated, a children's pool, gardens, and a spa.
Each room has a private balcony or terrace with views of the golf course, the Maspalomas dunes or the pool.
Our Roman-style spa has a sauna, thermal pools and steam bath. We also have a gym equipped with the latest equipment for all kinds of exercises.
You can also relax in our poolside bar with the best views over the golf course.
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Staying at a hotel in Playa del Inglés is one of the most popular options nowadays when it comes to enjoying a holiday on the island of Gran Canaria.
At the Bull Eugenia Victoria & Spa hotel, available on an all-inclusive basis, we offer all kinds of services, all of which are of the highest quality.
In addition, at the hotel you'll find everything you need to take care of your body and mind. Our gym facilities are equipped with various fitness machines to get in shape.
In addition, the on-site spa, which is free of charge for our guests, is one of the best wellness centres in the area: saunas, jacuzzi, dead sea, relaxation rooms and jet pools will help you relax during your holidays in Gran Canaria.
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