Best gay hotels in Gran Canaria for a fabulous holiday

01

AxelBeach Maspalomas

hetero-friendly and adults-only

The 92 apartment-style rooms are spacious and practical, but let’s be real: the real star of the show is the Sky Bar, a sexy sun-drenched pool party spot that basically turns into a runway by 2 pm. Poolside tapas, thumping beats, bodies glistening in the sun… It’s a vibe.

When we weren’t mingling, we snuck off to the Lounge Garden, a shady little oasis with hammocks, palm trees, and just enough calm to recover before the next round of hedonism.

AxelBeach is fun, flirty, and full of fabulous energy. Come for the parties, stay for the hammocks… and maybe a poolside flirtation or three… Heads up, during big events like Maspalomas Pride in May or Winter Pride in November, look out for the epic pool parties hosted here.

Heads up: be sure to read our guide to the best Axel Hotels in the world, a brand we admire for what they are doing and offering to the gay travel community.

02

Bungalows Adonis

adults-only pool

The private patio was ideal for morning coffee or dramatically dissecting the previous night’s adventures while dodging side-eye from fellow guests.

The pool is the main event: perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and scouting the talent (yes, we saw you flexing by the deep end, sir). And if you’re here for the Yumbo madness, it’s close enough to crawl home barefoot if necessary, but far enough to give your liver a breather.

The gay beach that lies beyond the dunes is also within walking distance, which makes Adonis one of the top pics in this list if you want to be located close to both Yumbo and dunes/beach fun. Honestly, Bungalows Adonis didn’t just meet our expectations, it smirked, winked, and left us with stories we wouldn't dream of sharing in the group chat.

03

Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas

separate areas for adults-only

Location-wise, if you're in town for Maspalomas Pride, then you're in luck: the parade starts right outside the main entrance of the Riu Palace. In terms of distance to Yumbo, it's around 15 minutes gay walk.

We love the restaurants inside – several to choose from. The more romantic setting of the pool restaurant or the more lush fine dining experience at the Krystal Fusion restaurant. Breakfast is a buffet affair with one of the largest selections of foods I've ever seen at a hotel.

The rooms are spacious and have everything you'll need to host a fabulous chill(!). There are two large pool areas (adult-only!) to choose from to nurse the day's comedown hangover, and there's even a gym to get a pump in before hitting the Yumbo gay bars. It's not the best hotel gym we've encountered, but it has the basics you need for a quick gym session.

04

Club Torso Gay Hotel and Resort

men only and clothing-optional

Now, let’s talk about that basement. Open 24/7, it's not your grandma’s cellar unless your grandma was into leather and mood lighting. We popped down ‘just to peek' – for research purposes, you understand 🙂 …and came back up three hours later grinning like Cheshire cats in jockstraps.

The saltwater pool is heated, and the bar serves everything from detox smoothies to re-tox sangrias. And if you're somehow still feeling energetic, they offer discounted access to a nearby open-air gym. Yumbo is a 20-minute strut away (or 10 if you’re late for drag bingo).

Torso isn’t just a hotel, it’s a lifestyle choice. A sweaty, scandalous, utterly fabulous one.

05

Rainbow Golf Bungalows

men only and clothing-optional

There are only 21 bungalows, so it never felt crowded. Just calm, quiet, and low-key flirty. The staff made us feel like part of the family. Everything was spotless, even Seby, who insisted on walking barefoot everywhere because “the ground energy was calling him”.

We spent our days lounging by the heated pool, our evenings sweating out our sins in their infrared sauna, and our nights star-gazing in the garden, wondering how a place could feel this peaceful and still be just a 20-minute walk from Yumbo.

If you’re craving something boutique, chilled, and unapologetically gay, Rainbow Golf is the vibe. We left feeling zen, sun-kissed, and just smug enough to consider it our new Maspalomas home base.

06

Villas Blancas Gay Men's Resort

men only resort

We quickly fell into a daily rhythm of eating, swimming, napping, and repeating, helped by the fact that one of the heated pools is steps from the restaurant. We'd polish off a plate of grilled octopus or Canarian potatoes, then slide straight into the pool like the elegant sea otters we are. The food was genuinely great, the staff super friendly, and the overall vibe? Relaxed, flirty, and full of fellow gays just looking to unwind. No party pressure, just good energy.

Between the sauna, 14-man jacuzzi, sun terraces, and tropical gardens, we found ourselves slipping into full holiday mode within hours. Villas Blancas is that kind of place: easygoing, comfortable, and just the right balance of fun and relaxed.

07

Seven Hotel and Wellness

gay men only

When you arrive at your room and see the chic, crisp interiors and the gorgeous, mountainous view right outside your window, you won’t be able to stop yourself from screaming, “Oooooh, honey!” Seven Hotel may be old, but that just means she's experienced…she’s still got it for her age!

This queen’s crown is supported by her lovely staff, who treat the guests with the utmost care. The size of the hotel is smaller than most, but that’s honestly part of what makes Seven Hotel and Wellness so endearing. You go there for a peaceful vacation, but you leave with tons of new friendships.

We loved the pool. Not only is it heated, but it also has these incredible built-in lounge chairs. It’s something you’ve honestly got to see to believe. Having the warm, gentle water of the pool lap at your legs while you’re soaking up that bright, Canarian sun is absolutely to die for!

In terms of location, it's around 30 minutes walk west of Yumbo Centre or a short taxi ride.

08

Vista Bonita

male-only

It’s a little removed from the chaos of Yumbo (45-minute walk or a 7-minute cab if your heels are too high). During the day, we were zipping around the island with rental bikes that the staff arranged for us. Windsurfing? Diving? Hiking? Bowling?! Vista Bonita has more extracurriculars than me as a gay teen at drama school.

But evenings? Pure bliss. Picture this: the pool glowing with candlelight, soft music playing, a glass of wine in hand… and someone cute singing Beyonce's Halo to me in the outdoor library. (Okay, that last part might’ve been Seby.)

It’s tranquil, welcoming, and totally dreamy. The perfect mix of explore and exhale.

09

Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia

gay friendly

Each of the 94 rooms is tucked into a chic Spanish-style villa, with private terraces or balconies perfect for a sunset wine moment. We lucked out with an upper-level room: dreamy ocean views and a bathtub big enough to swim laps in (which Seby may or may not have done…).

The saltwater pool is heavenly, the bi-weekly BBQ buffet is scandalously good, and the overall vibe? Peaceful, elegant, and just the right amount of bougie. Perfect for honeymooners, hopeless romantics, or tired gays who just need a nap in style(!)

Hot tip: bring your best kaftan. This place deserves drama 🙂

10

Parador de Cruz de Tejeda

for something unique and romantic

The Parador de Cruz de Tejeda is a natural paradise set deep in the mountains, located around 4,920 ft (1,500 meters). The rooms supply a grand view of a caldera, which is a hollow spot formed by a volcano and carved out by water. The hotel also has the most beautiful infinity pool. I have no idea what heaven might look like, but swimming while surrounded by a vast pine forest…I mean!

The town of Tejeda offers its own unique opportunities that can’t be found elsewhere on Gran Canaria. Tejeda is deeply entrenched in its art and culture, with museums and galleries like the Bentayga Archaeological Park and the Abraham Cardenes Sculpture Museum.

The Parador de Cruz de Tejeda is without a doubt a hidden gem in Gran Canaria. While it deeply contrasts the party culture of Maspalomas, we rate it as a romantic getaway spot or even a gay honeymoon.