Gran Canaria is a traveller’s paradise with its varied landscape and picturesque sites. About a third of the island is a Biosphere Reserve under UNESCO. Whether you love water sports or are fond of visiting unique topography, this place will captivate you, particularly, its beaches. English Beach and Playa de Maspalomas are two of the most famous beaches of Gran Canaria. You can also enjoy hiking across the island or visit Maspalomas Dunes and Painted Cave in Galdar. You can conclude your trip by visiting cities such as Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Telde and Arguineguin. Need help in planning your visit and choosing your accommodation? Browse through this list of the best short-term rentals in Gran Canaria, Spain, for a memorable time.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and short-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 29, 2024.
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1. Casa Holmston (from USD 205)
This spacious house has an artsy décor and a view of the golf course. The balcony terrace, comfortably furnished, is an added attraction and provides great panoramic views of the surrounding greenery. Each of the rooms has air conditioners for added comfort. Casa Holmston is conveniently located with restaurants and supermarkets nearby.
There is a stunning hot tub for the guests in the house and a communal heated pool and kids’ play area which guests can have access to. There is a side gate access to the walkway to Tauro Beach which is four minutes away.
The host offers discount pricing if you stay for more than a week.
Top guest reviews
Host:
ger was a great hostthe owner could not have been more helpfulger the owner is very friendly and cares about his guests and his accommodationger (owner) is very friendly and was there to welcome ushe was very communicative and helpfulLocation:
good location and handy spar shop 2 minutes away15 minute walk to the beach at tauro with lovely clear seaall in all a great villa at a great price in a great locationwell stocked shop and a very good restaurant on sitewe never had a problem parking within a couple of minutes walk of the marinaCleanliness:
it was clean and well equippedthe hot tub was clean and well maintainedthe villa is spacious spotlessly clean and very comfortablewould highly recommend the duplex very clean tidy and modern a real home from homethe accommodation itself was immaculate and the beds were so comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
nice bright fully equipped kitchenthe house was clean had all the necessary facilities and the location was goodthe apartment is extremely well equipped with everything you need including if you want to eat inoverall a great apartment in a tranquil and beautiful setting
2. Elegant villa on English Beach (from USD 305)
This private home has an outdoor pool complete with a deck and lounge for its guests. The pool is a salt and climate pool. This sunny home is perfect for families and pets. The house is Wi-Fi-enabled and has modern bathrooms and a kitchen. There is provision for a fire pit as well. Private parking is available and a nominal cleaning fee is included in the rent.
The host also offers a discount for weekly rentals.
Top guest reviews
Host:
jesus the owner was the perfect hostthe owner jesus' was very helpful and made sure everything was ok for our staywould definitely recommend this villa and jesus was very friendly and helpfulhe was so helpful and accommodating in letting us stay until we needed to go to the airportkind regards the west familyRead more reviewsCleanliness:
everything is nice shiny and clean including the pool which is cleaned every morninghouse is really beautiful and clean and comfortablevery clean and equipped with everything you needa very clean and spacious property with two bedrooms and two bathroomsvilla was very well equipped and jesus cleaned the pool every morning
3. Casa Agustin (from USD 141)
This cosy villa has a unique rustic charm along with a warm décor. This WiFi-enabled home has a private heated pool complete with a deck and lounge chairs in a shaded area. There is a comfortable sun bed to relax near the pool as well. Moreover, the house boasts three terraces and has a hammock. There is an outdoor grilling area with a dining table and chairs.
Garage parking is available, however, no pets are allowed. For staying longer than a week, there is an attractive discount. The cleaning fee is included in the rent.
Top guest reviews
Host:
great host marcos and familymarcos was a wonderful hostthe host was excellent good communication and happy to helpmarcos and saro are wonderful hostsmarcos could not do enough for us always extremely helpful responding quickly to any queries we hadLocation:
great house at corner of a villagegood location short walk from fatagaall you can hear are the birds and the peace and quiethouse nice and spacious -perfect location -mountain views all round -nice and quiet -there are 3 pub restaurants nearbyfataga is just 10-minute walk and has 3 restaurants a little gift shop and a mini marketCleanliness:
it was super clean and spaciousthe house was lovely and clean and had everything that we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
during the evening occasional use of the air conditioning gave us an ideal temperature for sleepingoverall we would fully recommend the villa to those looking for a calm comfortable and pictureque retreatheated pool enabled a comfortable dip and welcome cooling off from the daily sunshinenice small warm pool
4. Opulent rental with hot tub (from USD 123)
This traditional villa has resort-like amenities and is located near Doramus Park. The villa is a unique blend of traditional Canarian and modern amenities and has central heating. There is a garden and fish pond for the guests to enjoy.
This fully furnished retreat has a well-equipped kitchen and a barbecue area. After a day at the beach, unwind in the hot tub and sauna. Pets are allowed but prior permission has to be sought. Weely discounts are available for short-term rentals.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners are very friendly and helpfulthe owner was very welcoming and was on hand to greet us and answer any queries we hadLocation:
there is an excellent supermarket just a short walk away with plenty of fresh foodCleanliness:
the whole property is clean and well maintained inside and outthere were also a clean built-in outdoor bbq and table/chairs for al fresco diningRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
down a few steps to arrive at the outside terrace with huge dining table chairs and bbqwell maintained and clean inside though the wifi was rather unreliable (out of the control of the owner)on the table was a 'welcome' comprising local produce which was much appreciatedthe jacuzzi room beside the central courtyard is also a perfect place to relax
5. Consul's House (from USD 81)
This rental, dressed in warm and vibrant colours, is the ideal home away from home. From the terrace balcony, you can enjoy the views of mountains and orchards. You can also visit some tourist attractions such as the port of Mogan and the open-air museum near this property.
Bed linens and towels are provided and there is free parking for a car. The house is fully furnished and smoking is allowed. Note that pets are not allowed. For stays longer than a week, a discount is offered by the host.
6. Spacious apartment in Playa de Mogan (from USD 120)
This one-bedroom apartment is close to the beach in Mogan and is Wi-Fi-enabled. The roomy and furnished retreat has a well-equipped kitchen. This apartment is perfect for solo travellers and couples and has a spacious patio with lounge chairs. However, children and pets are not allowed.
There is a supermarket below the apartment and the terrace is equipped with sun beds, chairs and a table. Guests can avail of attractive discounts if they stay for more than a week.
Top guest reviews
Host:
a big thank you to juan who was so helpfuljuan (the owner) could not have been more helpful and hospitablepeople are relaxed and friendlyi have to say how nice and helpful the owner juan was during our stayin generally we appreciate everything- from really very nice service of property owner - juan ramírezLocation:
lovely apartment in a great location very close to beachclose to everything and amazingly well equippedexcellent location very comfortable and perfect servicethis property was very nice and location was lovelyquiet convenient location minutes from the beach and restaurants nothing wrong with this apartmentCleanliness:
the apartment was well equipped very clean and had plenty of towels and extra bedding for our stayit is wonderfully clean and juan is very welcomingthe washing machine was easy to use and had obviously been cleaned prior to our arrivalthe apartment was excellent very clean with a lovely big balconylovely clean well equipped apartment centrally locatedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wifi at this flat works perfect if you need to connect with your colleagues or friendsplenty of room inside and massive outside area to relax on sun beds or enjoy drink
7. House in the Heart of the Island (from USD 232)
This contemporary house, reinvented from an old cowshed, is aesthetically decorated and has all the modern amenities that will put any traveller at ease. The house provides magnificent views of a natural park, Roque Nublo and Roque Bentayga. There is a private pool for the guests to soak in and parking is available. The sun deck/patio has comfortable seating in the form of a plush sofa set.
The house is close to the town of Tejeda and offers a weekly discount if you stay for seven nights or more. The house is wheelchair-accessible and pets are allowed.
Top guest reviews
Host:
thank you javier and elisa for you very kind and quick suggestions and tipsnice and easy communication with the host and quick help with small problemsLocation:
the house is in a truly stunning locationCleanliness:
the house is very clean and very well equipedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the garden pool and deck are pleasant places to enjoy the views
8. Apartment in Playa de Arinaga (from USD 75)
This Wi-Fi-enabled modern apartment has all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The decor is bright and the apartment is conveniently located near the beach. The roof of the house is accessible and provides scenic views.
Free parking is available but pets are not allowed. The cleaning fee is inclusive of the rent and if you stay for a week, you can avail of a nice discount.
Top guest reviews
Host:
a very nice host :)owner nice and helpfulfriendly and communicative host mireie's hospitality was top notchmireie is a great host and has accommodated us very wellvery good host helpfullLocation:
good location of the apartment close to everything you needquite good location alsoflat is good located near shops and beachgreat little apartment close to the beacharinaga is a great remote location for those who wish to see whole islandCleanliness:
the flat is clean and comfortablethe flat was clean and looks the same as on picturesthe apartment is nice clean with everything you needthe apartment was clean and has everything you could needRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
good network connection was only on corridor (outside apt)strong and stable wifi - if you have a problem just take it from behind the coucha very nice natural swimming pool is about 200m awayone thing to improve is wi-fithe kitchen and bathroom offer all the amenities we needed and everything was really clean
9. Traditional cottage with parking (from USD 70)
This century-old restored Canarian house with a vintage décor is located on agricultural land and provides stunning views of the valley and countryside. There is a traditional wood oven, a barbecue area, a well-equipped kitchen and recreational activities are also provided. As the house is located near farms, guests can have access to fresh eggs and other farm products. The access to the house from the main road is via a steep slope so one needs to exercise some caution.
Free parking is available for guests and pets are allowed. Guests are given attractive discounts if they choose to stay for more than a week.
Top guest reviews
Host:
valentin is a very nice hostvalentin is a very caring hosthe is a very nice hostvalentin was the perfect host and very easy to communicate withvalentin was always helpfull and friendlyLocation:
a perfect location to get away from it alla stunning location and rustic feelit is a house in the middle mountains very quiet and cuteaccess to the house is a little steep but the walk is worth iteverything you expect for the house is there beautiful location - in the middle of natureCleanliness:
house is clean beautiful and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
fantastic view very beautiful house inside table tennis and basketball stage
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10. Charming apartment close to the beach (from USD 74)
Located on the fourth floor of an apartment building, this flat has contemporary and sleek designs and all the modern facilities needed. Linen and towels are provided by the host and the apartment is Wi-Fi-enabled. There is paid parking on the premises and shops and restaurants are located nearby.
Breakfast is provided to the guests and the host lives nearby. The cleaning fee is included in the rent and if you choose to stay for a week, you will receive discounted pricing from the host.
Top guest reviews
Host:
very kind and precise hostbeatrice is a very good host who did everything to help up the situationbeatriz is such a wonderful hostboth the host and the apartment are perfectbea was very friendly and offered advice on every subjectLocation:
location is also amazinglocation is also perfect - close to beach shops and restaurantsbeautiful comfortable flat close to las canteras beachthe location is great as its so close to the beach and to restaurantsgreat flat in a great location; really close to the beach restaurants and small shopsCleanliness:
very clean and cozy apartment with a well-stocked kitcheneasy and clean a very beautiful and warm flatthe apartment is very nicely decorated and very cleanthe apartment was great cleanvery clean confortable apartment in a safe locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
bea's apartment was a great fitbeas apartment was truly amazing and just as described in the picturesregarding the apartment it looks exactly or even better as on the picturesthis apartment has everything one could wish for;space c well furnished kitchen and bedroom a verywe had a lovely stay in this very comfortable apartment
Plan a vibrant stay in Gran Canaria
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Gran Canaria and plan a quick gateway. You will find scenic accommodations with attractive discounts to give you a relaxing respite from the humdrum of life. If you need help choosing the best one, browse through this list of the best short-term rentals in Gran Canaria.
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