Being the oldest of the Canary Islands – it sprung up from the seabed some 22 million years ago – Fuerteventura moves at a relaxed pace. Its volcanic mountains undulate rather than peak and its yellow-ochre landscape cascades into the sea around expanses of creamy-coloured sand.
That’s not to say there’s not plenty of action-packed activities, rather, everything here exudes a laid-back vibe. The island is more or less a desert and receives limited rainfall and plentiful sunshine, meaning you’re pretty much guaranteed beautiful beach weather at any time of the year.
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Most of the hotels are in three coastal regions: Corralejo to the north, Caleta de Fuste in the east, and Jandía in the south, but if you head inland, there are lots of beautiful rural hotels and guesthouses for alternative stays. The entire island is a protected biosphere reserve and bird watching is popular inland, while people flock to the coast for surfing and watersports.
Whether you’re looking for high-octane adventure or relaxing supine stupor, with the family or going adults-only, our expert has rounded up the best places to stay in Fuerteventura.
Neighbourhood: Caleta de Fuste
The rooms and suites boast touches of classic Canarian design
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This five-star, pink-hued palace of a hotel is fringed by a beach and sits on the island’s east coast – ideal for speedy journeys from the airport, to make the most of your time in the sunshine. The 266 rooms and suites are elegant with touches of classic Canarian design, with deep-coloured pine wood and terracotta tiles. Naturally, there’s a soothing spa – all 1,000 square metres of it – for TLC, which includes treatments such as the O2 body perfection that aims to moisturise, nourish and tone. Guests can access the nearby Fuerteventura Gold Club and there’s also a fitness centre on site for active types.
The hotel’s four restaurants are a delightful dining mix of Spanish and Asian. See if you can snag a table outside on the terrace at El Faro for dinner as the sun goes down. Head inland from the hotel to the pretty town of Antigua for whitewashed churches, windmills and the Majorero Cheese museum, which showcases the island’s famous hard cheese.
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