Costa Calma Holidays

Costa Calma is a relaxed resort on the south-east coast of Fuerteventura, best known for its long pale-sand beach, clear Atlantic waters and easy-going pace. It suits holidaymakers who want a quiet, beach-focused break rather than a busy resort packed with late-night bars. The resort is spread along the coast with hotels, apartment complexes, shops and small commercial centres set back from the seafront, so it feels low-key and practical rather than flashy.

The main attraction is Playa de Costa Calma, a sheltered stretch of sand with calm conditions on many days, making it popular for swimming, sunbathing and gentle walks by the water. At low tide, parts of the coastline open up into wide, open sands, and the beaches further south link towards the famous Sotavento area, one of Fuerteventura’s best-known spots for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Conditions can be breezy, so it is worth checking the wind forecast if you are planning long beach days or watersports.

Restaurants in Costa Calma are generally informal, with a mix of Canarian, Spanish, Italian and international options. Many visitors eat at their hotel, but there are enough independent cafés, bars and restaurants for a change of scene. Seafood, grilled meats, tapas and simple beach-resort favourites are easy to find. Nightlife is modest, centred on hotel entertainment, relaxed bars and the occasional live music venue rather than clubs.

Things to do in and around Costa Calma include coastal walks, watersports lessons, boat trips from nearby harbours and visits to the Jandía Natural Park area further south. The dramatic landscapes of Fuerteventura are also worth exploring by hire car, from volcanic viewpoints to traditional inland villages. For livelier days out, Morro Jable offers a broader choice of restaurants, shops and a working harbour within driving distance.

Costa Calma is a good choice for couples, solo travellers and families who prefer peaceful surroundings, spacious beaches and a slower holiday rhythm. It is especially appealing if you want sunshine, sea air and room to unwind, with enough facilities close by without the feel of a large, bustling resort.