Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria

💍 Perfect for honeymoons with chic suites and sunset beachfront setting
🏖️ Stunning beachfront location on San Agustín’s dark-gold sands
🍽️ Seven stylish à la carte restaurants plus Gastro Hall buffet
🌊 The Reserve room upgrades with adults-only pool, lounge & concierge
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel meeting GSTC-recognised standards
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
TripAdvisor rating (approx.): 4.7 / 5

Rooms: 299 | Floors: 7 | Lifts: 3

Board options: All Inclusive Plus

Child age guideline: up to 11 years

No strict adults-only policy overall – families and couples are equally at home, with dedicated adults-only areas for The Reserve guests.

Set right on the sands in laid-back San Agustín, Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria gives you direct access to one of the south coast’s most relaxed beaches. The dark, volcanic sand cove is naturally sheltered, so the waters are typically calm enough for paddling and snorkelling.

The promenade links you to low-key bars and seafront restaurants within a short wander, while Playa del Inglés’ nightlife and shopping are just a short taxi ride away. Golfers are spoiled too, with five courses within a 35km radius, making this an excellent base for combining beach downtime with a few rounds in the sun.

Beach: On the beachfront
San Agustín resort centre: approx. 500m
Nearest bars & restaurants: along the seafront promenade
Nearest golf courses: 5 courses within 35km radius

Approx. transfer time from airport: 30 minutes

San Agustin, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain

Food is a real highlight at Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria, with a strong focus on creative, locally-inspired cuisine and flexible All Inclusive Plus dining.

Gastro Hall is the main restaurant, serving buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner with live show-cooking stations. Expect international classics, Spanish favourites and plenty of healthy options.

Beyond the buffet, you have a superb line-up of à la carte venues (opened on a rotational basis, subject to availability):

– Ginger Grand Café – casual á la carte café for gourmet snacks and light bites
– Lemon Fish Cevichería & Bar – dinner-only cevichería spotlighting ultra-fresh seafood
– Mascalzone – Italian á la carte for pizza, pasta and refined trattoria-style dishes (dinner)
– Peseta – adults-only venue with a refined, locally-inspired dinner menu (no beachwear)
– Vibra Fun Restaurant – family-friendly á la carte concept for international comfort dishes and snacks
– Kanna Beach Club – beachfront-style restaurant and bar for Spanish dishes at lunch and dinner, kids’ menu available
– The Shack Pool Bar – relaxed pool bar serving drinks and casual bites through the day

Many restaurants offer highchairs and children’s menus, making meal times straightforward for families. A smart casual dress code may apply in the evenings, and some venues may require reservations or carry a supplement depending on your board basis. Operation and opening hours can vary seasonally.

All Inclusive Plus guests enjoy buffet meals plus selected á la carte options, 24-hour snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, and a broad choice of local and selected international drinks for a minimum of 12 hours daily, along with a daily replenished minibar. For more detail on typical inclusions see What All Inclusive typically includes.

With four outdoor pools and the ocean on your doorstep, days naturally revolve around the water here.

There are multiple lagoon-style freshwater pools, some heated in cooler months, each framed by generous sunbathing terraces with loungers and parasols. A dedicated heated children’s pool sits close to the splash park so little ones can hop between both.

The colourful splash park (10:00–18:00, with possible age/height restrictions) features tipping water buckets, jets, sprinklers and mini-slides – a standout for younger guests.

Guests staying in The Reserve room categories gain access to an exclusive adults-only pool with cushioned loungers and a more chilled, private atmosphere – ideal for couples, child‑free escapes and honeymooners.

Pool towels are complimentary, and the beachfront location means you can wander from pool to sand in moments, alternating between the resort facilities and San Agustín’s calm, volcanic-sand bay.

The resort’s spa brings a full menu of wellness rituals to the Atlantic coast. Facilities (minimum age 16 years, charges apply) include:

– Spa with sauna and Turkish bath
– Massage and beauty treatments using premium products
– Indoor water circuit with hydrotherapy features (one entrance to the circuit per person per stay included for many The Reserve guests, subject to availability)

For more active guests, there is an air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, fixed strength equipment, a free‑weights space and stretching zone (minimum age 16 years), plus low‑impact activities such as aqua aerobics and yoga, great for staying in holiday shape.

Daily entertainment runs year-round, with arts and crafts, family-friendly games and water-based fun during the day, followed by in-house shows and live music in the evenings (programme varies seasonally).

Practical touches include a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and useful baby-friendly items such as bottle warmers and kettles available on request (subject to availability).

Standard Double Room
Sleeps 2–3. Contemporary, light-filled room located on the first floor, ideal as an entry-level option. Features a balcony, flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, USB charging port, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, coffee-making facilities, minibar (charge), shower bathroom, air‑conditioning and daily cleaning.

Premium Double Room / Premium Double for Sole Use
Sleeps 1–3 depending on configuration. Located between floors 1 and 5 with a balcony. Décor is modern and soothing. Facilities mirror the Standard Double with added flexibility for solo travellers or small groups: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, USB ports, bathrobe and slippers, pillow menu, turndown service, kettle, coffee facilities, minibar (charge), shower bathroom, air‑conditioning and daily housekeeping.

Premium Room with Mountain View
Sleeps 2–3. Framed mountain or inland views from a Juliet/French balcony. Includes flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, USB charging, bathrobe and slippers, pillow menu, turndown service, coffee and tea facilities, minibar (charge), shower bathroom, air‑conditioning and daily cleaning.

Premium Room with Ocean View
Sleeps 2–3. Upgraded balcony views towards the Atlantic, perfect for sunrise or sunset moments. Amenities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, USB ports, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, kettle and coffee machine, minibar (charge), shower bathroom, air‑conditioning and daily room service.

Junior Suite
Sleeps 2–4. Extra space for longer stays or small families, with a modern open-plan layout and Juliet/French balcony. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, USB charging, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, coffee facilities, minibar (charge), shower bathroom, air‑conditioning and daily housekeeping.

Junior Suite with Ocean View
Sleeps 2–4. Similar generous layout to the Junior Suite but with a balcony and full or partial ocean views. Bathroom comes with a bath plus separate shower, ideal for families. All core amenities are provided: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, USB ports, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, coffee and tea facilities, minibar (charge), air‑conditioning and daily cleaning, with linen and towels changed on request.

Junior Suite with Solarium
Sleeps 1–4. Combines junior suite space with a private solarium-style terrace – a great choice if you love sunbathing in your own space. Includes flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, terrace, pillow menu, turndown service, USB charging, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee machine, kettle, minibar (charge), shower bathroom, air‑conditioning and daily cleaning (linen/towel changes on request).

Interconnecting Premium Room
Sleeps 1–6. Two Premium rooms with an internal door, ideal for families or friends wanting space and privacy. Each room includes flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, Juliet/French balcony, pillow menu, turndown service, USB charging, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee and tea facilities, minibar (charge), two bathrooms with showers, air‑conditioning and daily housekeeping.

The Reserve Premium Double Room with Ocean View
Sleeps 2. Designed for adults looking for an elevated experience, with balcony and Atlantic views. Includes all Premium facilities plus The Reserve benefits: access to the adults‑only Reserve pool, exclusive Reserve Lounge with drinks and snacks, concierge service, pillow menu, turndown service, welcome gift, luxury toiletries, Nespresso machine with daily capsules and one entrance per person per stay to the spa water circuit (subject to availability). Bathroom with shower.

The Reserve Junior Suite with Ocean View
Sleeps 2. Spacious suite with balcony and sweeping ocean views. Includes flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, USB ports, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle and Nespresso machine, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath and shower attachment, air‑conditioning and daily housekeeping (linen/towel changes on request), plus full The Reserve benefits as above.

The Reserve Suite with Ocean View
Sleeps 2–3. One of the resort’s signature options, combining suite-style space with a balcony and premium ocean views. Bathroom features both a bathtub with shower attachment and a separate shower. As a Reserve guest you also enjoy lounge and adults-only pool access, concierge, welcome gift, upgraded toiletries, pillow menu, turndown and Nespresso machine with capsules replenished daily, as well as one spa water-circuit entrance per person per stay (subject to availability).

The Reserve Premium Double Room with Front Ocean View
Sleeps 2. Prime frontal sea views from the balcony make this a romantic choice for couples and honeymooners. Comes with flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, USB charging, pillow menu, turndown service, bathrobe and slippers, kettle and coffee machine, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath plus shower and all The Reserve inclusions – adults-only pool and lounge, concierge, welcome amenities and spa circuit access (once per person per stay, subject to availability).

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💦 Four outdoor pools including children’s pool and adults-only Reserve pool
🌈 Splash park with jets, tipping buckets and water features (10:00–18:00, seasonal)
🏋️ Air-conditioned gym with cardio, weights and stretching zones (16+ years)
🧘 Wellness activities such as aqua aerobics and yoga
🎨 Daily daytime programme with arts & crafts and family games
🎭 Year-round evening entertainment with in-house shows and live music
👧 Children’s club (5–12 years) with sports, water-based fun, movie nights, drama & music
🛝 Children’s playground in a shaded area (age/height restrictions may apply)

🛎️ 24-hour reception with multilingual staff
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals/late departures
👶 Family-friendly extras such as bottle warmers and kettles available to hire (subject to availability, local charge may apply)
🧴 Full-service spa with sauna, Turkish bath, massages & water circuit (16+, charges apply)
🧼 Daily housekeeping and turndown service in most room types
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
🛏️ Pillow menu and bathrobes/slippers in all rooms for added comfort
🚗 Taxis and local transport easily arranged from reception for exploring Gran Canaria
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel, reviewed regularly against GSTC-recognised criteria

Hotel facts: Official 5-star rating; approximately 299 rooms over 7 floors with 3 lifts. All Inclusive Plus typically includes buffet breakfast at Gastro Hall, lunch and dinner across selected venues (with some à la carte options), 24‑hour snacks and non‑alcoholic drinks, a selection of local and some international alcoholic drinks for at least 12 hours per day until midnight, plus a daily replenished minibar. Details may change between seasons.

Family notes: Children are generally classed as up to 11 years old. The splash park and playground can have age, height or weight restrictions for safety, which are set locally.

Resort information – San Agustín: This is one of the south coast’s more tranquil corners, with a dark-sand beach, calm waters and a relaxed promenade lined with low‑key bars and restaurants. The vibe is more unwind‑and‑stroll than party‑until‑dawn, though lively Playa del Inglés is just a short taxi ride away if you fancy a change of pace.

Destination essentials:
Language – Spanish
Currency – Euro (€)
Time difference – no difference from the UK
Average flight time from UK – around 4.5 hours

*Hotel and facility information is based on the most recent details from our suppliers and may change. Seasonal schedules, opening hours and services can vary, especially in low season or due to local regulations. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria directly on the beach?
Yes. Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria enjoys a prime beachfront position in San Agustín, with just the promenade separating the hotel grounds from the volcanic-sand beach. You can walk from the pool area to the sand in a matter of moments.

2. What does All Inclusive Plus include at Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria?
All Inclusive Plus typically covers buffet-style breakfast at the Gastro Hall, plus lunch and dinner across selected restaurants and bars, with some á la carte options available for dinner. Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are usually available 24 hours a day, and local and selected international alcoholic drinks are served for a minimum of 12 hours daily until around midnight. Guests also receive a daily restocked minibar. Exact inclusions and venues are subject to change by the hotel.

3. Is Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria good for children?
It’s a great choice for families. The hotel offers a children’s pool, an exciting splash park, a kids’ club for ages 5–12 years, a shaded playground and several restaurants with children’s menus and highchairs. Rooms and suites, including interconnecting options, work well for families, and the calm waters of San Agustín beach are ideal for younger swimmers.

4. What is The Reserve at Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria?
The Reserve is the hotel’s elevated experience, available when you book specific room categories. It gives you access to an adults-only pool area, an exclusive lounge with premium drinks and snacks, dedicated concierge service, enhanced in-room amenities such as a pillow menu, Nespresso machine, luxury toiletries and turndown service, plus a welcome gift. Most Reserve bookings also include one entrance per person per stay to the spa’s indoor water circuit (subject to availability).

5. Does Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria have a spa and indoor wellness facilities?
Yes. The spa offers a range of massage and beauty treatments, along with a sauna, Turkish bath and an indoor hydrotherapy circuit. Access is usually for guests aged 16 and over and carries an extra charge, although some Reserve room types include one complimentary circuit visit per person per stay.

6. Are there plenty of dining options in and around the hotel?
Within the resort you’ll find the main Gastro Hall buffet plus seven á la carte venues serving Spanish, Italian, ceviche-led and international cuisine, alongside cafés and pool/beach bars. Outside the hotel, the seafront promenade in San Agustín has additional bars and restaurants within walking distance, and lively Playa del Inglés is just a short taxi ride away for even more choice.

7. How far is Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria from Gran Canaria Airport?
The transfer from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria is approximately 30 minutes by road, depending on traffic and the number of hotel drop-offs on your particular transfer.

8. Is Wi‑Fi included at Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including guestrooms and most public areas, so you can stay connected, stream or work remotely if you need to.

9. Does the hotel cater for golfers?
While Paradisus by Melia Gran Canaria isn’t a specialist golf resort, it’s a convenient base if you plan to play a few rounds. There are five golf courses within a 35km radius, and the concierge or reception team can help you with local information and arranging transport.