Arguineguin Holidays

Arguineguín is a relaxed harbour resort on the south coast of Gran Canaria, well suited to holidaymakers who prefer a more local, low-key base rather than a purpose-built resort. It is still a working fishing town, so you will find fishing boats, a busy waterfront and everyday Canarian life alongside hotels, apartments, cafés and seafront restaurants.

The resort is compact and easy to get around on foot. Around the harbour and promenade there are places to stop for coffee, seafood, tapas and simple Canarian dishes, with many restaurants making the most of the sea views. The atmosphere is generally calm and sociable rather than lively, making Arguineguín a good choice for couples, mature travellers and anyone looking for a quieter stay in the sunny south of the island.

Beaches in Arguineguín are modest rather than sweeping. Playa de Arguineguín and Las Marañuelas are small, dark-sand and shingle beaches close to the harbour and town centre, handy for a swim or a relaxed few hours by the water. For a more classic resort beach day, visitors often head along the coast towards nearby Patalavaca or Anfi del Mar, both of which are easy to reach by taxi, bus or a coastal walk depending on where you are staying.

Things to do in Arguineguín are pleasantly simple: wander the waterfront, watch the boats in the harbour, enjoy a long lunch by the sea or browse the local market when it is on. Boat services and excursions also connect this part of the coast with places such as Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogán, giving you an easy way to see more of Gran Canaria’s southern shoreline without hiring a car.

Evenings are usually relaxed, with a choice of bars, terraces and restaurants rather than late-night clubs. If you want busier nightlife, Puerto Rico is a short journey away, while Arguineguín remains a comfortable base to return to. With warm weather for much of the year, a practical seafront setting and a more authentic feel than some neighbouring resorts, Arguineguín is ideal for an easy-going Gran Canaria holiday.