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Maspalomas
Spend 2–3 days in Maspalomas: beach, dunes, water parks and a short golf round; longer stays only for resort relaxation.
Maspalomas is a purpose‑built resort on southern Gran Canaria with a 6 km sandy beach, protected dunes, several water‑park and golf facilities, plus easy bus links to nearby Playa del Inglés. A half‑day covers the dunes and beach; add a day for Aqualand or Palmitos Park, and another for golf or a camel ride. Most visitors find 2–3 days sufficient for the main attractions.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Oct–May (milder, less wind)
- avoid Jun–Sep (hot, windy, occasional sandstorms)
- Airport
- LPA
- Nights
- 2
Rules in force · 9Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Iberia ↗Plan meals on the Iberian clock: Spanish kitchens serve lunch from about 13:30–14:00 and dinner from 20:30–21:00; Portugal eats an hour or so earlier. Early evenings are for tapas or petiscos, not full meals.
- Iberia ↗Inland Spain and Portugal (Seville, Córdoba, Madrid, the Alentejo) pass 40 °C in heatwaves from late June to August: sightsee before 11:00 and after 18:00, and keep July–August for the coasts and the green north.
- Iberia ↗Andorra and Gibraltar have their own border and customs rules and are reached only through Spain (or France for Andorra); read their pages before adding them, especially if you hold a limited Schengen visa.
- Spain ↗Spain is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border, and further pre-travel authorisation rules are being introduced.
- Spain ↗High-speed trains have airport-style baggage screening at the station and boarding gates that close a few minutes before departure: arrive early.
- Spain ↗Carry your passport or ID: police may ask for it, and hotels must register every guest's document.
- Spain ↗The Alhambra in Granada and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona sell timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead in season; book on the official sites before you fix your dates.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Maspalomas091 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Maspalomas, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).Spain-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckEU and EEA plans roam at home prices; UK and other plans may charge — check before you land.Spain-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe across the mainland; it tastes of chlorine in some coastal areas.Spain-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% for good service; service is not usually added.Spain-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Spain-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay alert for petty scams on promenades and respect dune restrictions.
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- RestroomsFew public toilets; use bars and cafés (buy a coffee).Spain-wide
- Emergency numbers091 police · 112 fire/ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSmall shops close about 14:00–17:00 and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Small shops close about 2:00 PM–5:00 PM and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Spain-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLPA Gran Canaria Airport (Bus lines 66, 90 (~30 min) or 36 (~50 min) to Maspalomas).
- Getting aroundBuses (lines 1, 33, 30, 45, 70) connect the town to Playa del Inglés, San Agustín and inland attractions.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€1.20–2.00 (≈ US$2–3)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (short town ride)€5–7 (≈ US$6–9)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticketcheck€1.50–2.00 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedStandard resort double room, a night, per room€70 (≈ US$85)
- Mid-range bedStandard resort double room, a night, per room€120 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedStandard resort double room, a night, per room€200 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €45 (≈ US$55) · Mid €85 (≈ US$100) · High €150 (≈ US$180)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LPA Gran Canaria Airport (Bus lines 66, 90 (~30 min) or 36 (~50 min) to Maspalomas)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Feb
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Mar
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Dec
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Best: Oct–May. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jun (3 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Maspalomas: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Feb
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Mar
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
2 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
2 rd
Nov
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
2 rd
Dec
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Buses (lines 1, 33, 30, 45, 70) connect the town to Playa del Inglés, San Agustín and inland attractions. Taxis cost about €5 for short trips. Bike rentals start at €10 day⁻¹ (check).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Aqualand Maspalomas
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Bus line 70 from Maspalomas bus station, ~15 min
Water slides, sea‑lion show; €25 adult entry.
Palmitos Park
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Bus line 70, ~20 min
Animal and botanical park; €30 adult entry.
Maspalomas Golf (Gulf)
goDoor to door: ≈40 min total
Bus 70 to “Cruce Sonnenland”, then 5 min walk
18‑hole course, green fees €45–70.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel zone near Faro I
Close to beach, dunes and bus stop; ideal for short stays.
Meloneras resort area
Higher‑end hotels, near golf and shopping.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €40–70 (≈ US$50–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–120 (≈ US$85–140) excl. bed
- High
- €120 (≈ US$140)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Standard resort double room1 × 2 nights × €120 | €240 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × €85 | €340 |
| Bus from LPA to Maspalomas (round‑trip)2 × €5 · check | €10 |
| Aqualand adult ticket2 × €25 · check | €50 |
| Bike rental (day)2 × €10 · check | €20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €66 |
| Trip total≈ €182 per person per day, bed included | €726≈ US$850 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights, inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €1.20–2.00 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Tap water (bottled) | €0.80–1.20 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Taxi (short town ride) | €5–7 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Bus ticketcheck | €1.50–2.00 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Camel ride (30 min) | €12 (≈ US$14) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No dedicated bike lanes; traffic can be heavy with diesel taxis.
- Dune access is fenced; respect limits to avoid fines.
- Beware of street‑level scams (carnation sellers, counterfeit goods).
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 091
- Fire/ambulance
- 112
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Emergency
- Police091
- Fire/ambulance112
Embassy
US consulate in Las Palmas (check address). Other nations use the Spanish embassy in Madrid.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- LPA → Maspalomas bus: about €5 (≈ US$6) round‑trip (check)
- Taxi within town: ≈ €5 for a short ride
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (disculpe)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (cuánto cuesta)
- ¿Dónde está la playa? — Where is the beach? (dónde está la playa)
- Quisiera un taxi, por favor — I would like a taxi, please (quisiera un taxi por favor)
- ¿Acepta tarjetas? — Do you accept cards? (acepta tarjetas)
- ¿Me puede traer la cuenta? — Can I have the bill? (me puede traer la cuenta)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Maspalomas. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–May (milder, less wind) · avoid Jun–Sep (hot, windy, occasional sandstorms) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in a resort hotel for spa and pool use.
- Combine with a day in Playa del Inglés for nightlife.
Sources
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