Why go?
Gran Canaria's busiest resort translates as ‘the Englishman's beach', and holidays in Playa del Ingles are certainly crammed with reminders of home. Here, you'll never struggle to find a full English breakfast or go more than five minutes without seeing a British face. Located between the giant sand dunes of Maspalomas and the quieter resort of San Agustin, holidays in Playa del Ingles are spot on if you want to party the night away and spend lazy days recovering on the beach. Popular with the 18 to 30s crowd in high season, families can enjoy a bit more peace and quiet either side of the busiest months. Playa del Ingles' beach is a 1km stretch of warm golden sand with rows of sun beds and a promenade brimming with cafes, so you're never far from an ice cream or a cold drink. This large resort has all the sun, sea, sand, shopping centres, restaurants, bars and discos you could wish for.
Things to do
Holidays in Playa del Ingles give you plenty of opportunities to explore, with camel trekking in Maspalomas' spectacular sand dunes and day trips to the island's 15th century capital, Las Palmas. When your tummy starts rumbling, there are countless restaurants to try, whether you fancy traditional tapas or international favourites. In the evening, couples and families can find quieter spots for chilled out drinks, while party animals can go on a bar crawl before hitting one of the neon-lit discos and nightclubs.