Puerto del Carmen Travel Guide

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Puerto del Carmen which includes a coastal town, boating and a bay or harbour
Puerto del Carmen showing a coastal town, a bay or harbour and boating
Puerto del Carmen
Puerto del Carmen which includes rocky coastline, a sunset and a coastal town
Puerto del Carmen which includes rocky coastline and a bay or harbour

Relax by day and then dance the night away in Lanzarote's primary resort town, home to a pristine beach, a charming old town and plenty of all-night beach bars.

Puerto del Carmen has come a long way from its roots as a fishing village. In recent years this tropical beach location has transformed into Lanzarote's most popular and exciting resort. Enjoy the atmosphere, explore the quaint old town or dance on the sand from midnight until dawn.

Spend mornings at the beach: find the perfect spot to read or enhance your tan. Playa Grande is the largest beach on the island and is a constant hive of people playing water sports or ball games on the sand. Rent a hammock to relax or take a lesson in windsurfing and skim across the waves.

The main promenade has a number of cafés with views of the ocean. Start your day with an espresso coffee with a hearty English breakfast.

Rent a bike and take an architectural tour of Puerto del Carmen's old town. This area, located in the east part of town, consists of a number of colonial buildings perched around a fishing harbour. Among the beautiful façades, search out a range of top-class restaurants serving Canarian seafood dishes.

After a meal, work on your long drives at the Puerto del Carmen golf course. Take a glass-bottom boat tour for an intriguing insight to the world below the waves. Bargain hunt at the Biosfera Shopping Complex, home to a selection of designer goods, duty-free electronics and local artisanal crafts.

After dinner by the sea, join party-going crowds who flock to beachfront clubs and bars. The party peaks after midnight and clubs play dance, folk and house music until dawn. You could also try your luck at the local casino.

Located on Lanzarote's eastern coast, Puerto del Carmen is a 15-minute drive from the international airport. Supermarket facilities are available as well as luxury accommodation.

Visit Puerto del Carmen at the end of February to join the infectious music and flamboyant colour of Carnival. The Nuestra Senora del Carmen festival in July features folk music concerts, which pay tribute to the island's patron saint.

Pensión MAGEC

Pensión MAGEC

2 out of 5
Calle Hierro 11, Tías, Las Palmas
Stay at this pension in Tías. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 beach bars, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Puerto del Carmen Beach and Pocillos Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (84 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, great location for the price too"

Reviewed on 26 July 2025

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Aequora Lanzarote Suites

Aequora Lanzarote Suites

4 out of 5
Urano Street, Puerto del Carmen, Tías, Lanzarote
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Tías. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa de Matagorda and Pocillos Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (718 reviews)
"The animation team makes this hotel above the rest. Anazing with the kids doinv dance lessons on the stage. Simply outstanding."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Aequora Lanzarote Suites
Grupotel Cinco Plazas

Grupotel Cinco Plazas

3 out of 5
Calle Anzuelo,56, Tías
The price is AU$218 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$218
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Tías. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
Excellent throughout
"Beautiful complex with polite staff. Very clean and apartment's have everything you need, even down to washing up liquid and a bottle of water in the fridge"

Reviewed on 28 June 2025

Grupotel Cinco Plazas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Grupotel Cinco Plazas

Grupotel Cinco Plazas

3 out of 5
Calle Anzuelo,56, Tías
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Tías. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
Excellent throughout
"Beautiful complex with polite staff. Very clean and apartment's have everything you need, even down to washing up liquid and a bottle of water in the fridge"

Reviewed on 28 June 2025

Grupotel Cinco Plazas
Aparthotel ILUNION Costa Sal Lanzarote

Aparthotel ILUNION Costa Sal Lanzarote

3.5 out of 5
Calle Agonal, 16, Tías, Lanzarote
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Tías. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"Very nice hotel perfect for mini break as literally 5 minute taxi ride from airport, sea views across the complex"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Aparthotel ILUNION Costa Sal Lanzarote
Plus Fariones Apartamentos

Plus Fariones Apartamentos

3 out of 5
Timanfaya, 8, Puerto del Carmen, Tías, Lanzarote
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Tías. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
Great location and ticks a lot of boxes
"This is a really solid place to stay in Puerto Del Carmen. It has a decent bar/restaurant that serves a good breakfast which was included in the price of the hotel. It has a nice pool area and a great sun deck area with a jacuzzi. It’s located just off the main strip so it’s very close to everything ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Plus Fariones Apartamentos
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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