Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Book it if you want a five-star beachfront hotel in Arrecife with a spa, a gym and a breakfast guests rave about, and the price premium does not worry you. Skip it if the pool is the main draw, as guests say the water is often cold and sunbeds are limited.
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This is our Luxury pick for Arrecife. It suits couples and families who want a central, beachfront base on Lanzarote with a spa and wellness centre, a gym, a restaurant and a terrace on site.
Family rooms are listed, along with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Guests also find it convenient for exploring the island, given how close it sits to the airport and shops.
Skip it if you picture long days by a warm pool. The pool area is indoors under a glass roof, and guests say the water is often cold and sunbeds are hard to find.
Location and getting around
The address is Parque Islas Canarias, s/n. Guests describe a central beachfront position near the airport and shops. The location score is 9.4.
Castillo de San José is about 2.5 km away, roughly 31 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. That is just over half an hour, so it is far for many people and a taxi or public transport is the easier option. The Temple Hall ship is about 3.7 km, around 46 minutes, which is also far on foot.
Most visitors to Lanzarote also want to see the rest of the island. Plan for transport, as our data does not confirm any hotel shuttle.
What guests say
The hotel scores 8.6 out of 10 from 847 guest reviews. In our sample it ranked joint second of 4 eligible properties for review score.
Breakfast is the big hit. Guests mention an extensive buffet with a wide range of hot and cold options, served with sea views. The location close to the beach, shops and airport is the other main plus.
The pool is the weak point, as noted above: cold water and too few sunbeds. Room size, noise, renovation state and cancellation terms have not been assessed.
Price and how it compares with our other Arrecife picks
The reference price was 209.31 euros per night, about 419 euros for two nights. These are reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults, not live quotes. The sample median was 158.25 euros, so you pay a clear premium.
Our Budget pick, Checkin Diamar, was 94.50 euros a night with an 8.1 score and 3 stars. Our Best Value pick, Hotel Lancelot, was 126.50 euros with an 8.8 score and 3 stars.
Hotel Lancelot actually scores higher for about 83 euros less per night. What the Gran Hotel adds is five stars, the beachfront position, the spa and the gym. Whether breakfast is included in your rate is not confirmed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 4 hotels in Arrecife, a small sample. For the Luxury slot we favour official five-star hotels, and this is the five-star option, with an 8.6 score from 847 reviews and a 9.4 location score.
Before you book
Check today's price for your dates. Confirm whether breakfast is part of your rate, and ask about spa access, opening times and any fees.
If the pool matters, ask about water temperature in your travel month. Check the cancellation terms before paying.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa on the beach?
Yes. Beachfront is listed among the facilities, and guests describe a central beachfront position.
Is the pool heated?
That is not confirmed. Guests say the indoor pool under the glass roof is often cold, so ask the hotel before you travel.
Is breakfast good at Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa?
Guests rate it highly: an extensive buffet with hot and cold options and sea views. Whether it is included in your rate is not confirmed.
Can I walk to Castillo de San José?
It is about 2.5 km, roughly 31 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. A taxi or public transport is easier.
How much does it cost per night?
The reference price was 209.31 euros per night for 2 adults, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026. Check today's price for your dates.