The Canary Islands are some of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. One of the reasons for this is the archipelago’s proximity to Africa. It ensures a sub-tropical climate that is perfect for a winter break. The second largest of the Canaries is Fuerteventura, with beaches that wouldn’t look out of place in the Caribbean. Where should you stay there, though? Here is a guide to the top five Fuerteventura resorts.
Caleta de Fuste
The journey from terminal floor to shore is minimal. Caleta de Fuste is the closest resort to the airport, with a drive under 10 minutes. Caleta de Fuste is particularly popular with British tourists. There are plenty of bars showing live Premiership games during the football season. The nearest attraction is the Museo de Las Salinas del Carmen where you can find out about the history of the condiment at the island’s last remaining functioning saltworks.
There is no shortage of hotels, with three of the best split across either side of the FV-2. On the Atlantic side, you will find the reassuringly luxurious Sheraton Fuerteventura Beach, Golf & Spa Resort and the similarly classy Barceló Castillo Beach Resort. On the non-beach side, the Elba Palace Golf & Vital Hotel is perfectly placed for golf fans to play a round or few at the adjoining 18-hole course.
The best of Caleta de Fuste’s restaurants are attached to the above hotels and attractions. However, you don’t have to be a guest or pay to enter to eat there. Your tastebuds will explode at the Museo de Las Salinas’ Volcano with their marinated-from-local-sea-salt salmon, one of their signature dishes. If you love food from Asia, you can feast on dishes hailing from China, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand at the Sheraton’s Wok-N-Zen Asian Fusion Restaurant. The Barceló Castillo Beach Resort’s El Camarote overlooks the marina and many note it for its seafood dishes.
Corralejo
You won’t forget your journey into this northerly resort. The road from capital Puerto del Rosario takes you through the Parque Natural de Corralejo, with dunes to the left and right of you. This carretera has even made it to the big screen with a starring role in Wonder Woman 1984. A recommended day trip from Corralejo is to take a boat trip to the nearby islet of Isla de Lobos.
Corralejo’s first-ever hotel opened in 1969. It has since been reimagined as the glossy, boutique Avanti Lifestyle Hotel. Your stay will be equally glamorous at the altogether larger Secrets Bahía Real Resort & Spa. For somewhere more subdued, but no less stylish, consider Barceló Corralejo Bay.
At Calle Anzuelo’s Sanus Fuerteventura, diners can choose from a menu that is 50% omnivore and half vegan/vegetarian. Avanit’s Rompeolas has tables which look out onto the old harbour with a summer fave being the revitalizing watermelon and goat’s cheese salad with almond and lemon vinaigrette. For superior fast food, try Me Gustas Tu with artisan hot dogs and plant-based options.
Costa Calma
Once upon a time, there was a plan to build a second airport on Fuerteventura, in the south of the island. This was to ease access to Costa Calma. Thankfully, this scheduled development didn’t happen and Costa Calma remains relaxed, as it is still relatively out of the way. If you’ve never tried surfing or windsurfing, now’s your chance to learn at the likes of Ion Club Fuerteventura.
If Costa Calma feels quiet, the R2 Rio Calma Hotel & Spa & Conference is positively idyllic as it is slightly set apart from the rest of the resort. Altogether more central is the eco-certified H10 Tindaya. Life is laidback in Costa Calma and you will enjoy getting horizontal at the relaxed Hotel Taimar.
Corralejo is the most Italian resort on the island, but the pizza at L’AperiPizza Costa Calma is of the type Mamma used to make. B-Side Café is good for more than a slice too but its menu is diverse with Spanish classics such as paella. Elsewhere, Posada San Borondón serves up the Mediterranean on a plate despite its altogether closer proximity to the Atlantic.
El Cotillo
You will get dizzy travelling to this north-westerly resort by bus rather than by hire car as the journey via Tiadhe is a real round-the-houses route. Once you arrive though, you will soon be won over by the charms of this traditional fishing village. Some of the most beautiful beaches are located in this part of the La Olivia municipality and the lagoons are family-friendly because of their tranquil waters.
The rooftop pool at chilled Cotillo House is the perfect place to cool off in this Canarian hot spot. A mere 100km separates Fuerteventura from the African mainland and there’s a very definite Moroccan vibe going down at El Hotelito del Cotillo. The only other hotel is the four-star Coral Cotillo Beach which is, appropriately enough, in front of a gorgeous stretch of white sand.
We featured Happy Cactus El Cotillo in our Green Life: The Ultimate Vegan Canary Islands Guide. If your palate is more pescetarian, you will salivate over the fare at the confusingly-named Vaca Azul. Yes, that’s Blue Cow. Up top Cotillo House is home to La Terraza del Cotillo with light, refreshing offerings such as the Andalusian staple, salmorejo, similar to gazpacho but thicker in consistency.
Morro Jable
The most southerly resort is a hit with German tourists. Indeed, there is a sculpture of the former Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Willy Brandt, and his dog on the Jandía Peninsula. This is in recognition of the work he did to encourage his countrymen to follow in rolling up their trousers to spend some time barefoot on the beach.
One of the most enduring monuments to tourism in this picturesque part of Pajara is the Robinson Jandía Playa. Ascend the tower for the best views of the peninsula from the infinity pool. The playful Lemon & Soul Cactus Garden is another relaxed retreat in the area. For a guaranteed palatial stay, look no further than the five-star Riu Palace Jandía which enjoys a beachfront location.
Restaurante Avenida del Mar takes pride of place on the Morro de Jable promenade. The freshest fish are available as the catches of the day. Nomads Proper Burgers reinvents the patty in a bun as slow food. At Canaima Bistró, wash down Venezuelan staples such as arepas with Canarian craft beers.
If you enjoyed this article about Fuerteventura, we have more content about the Canary Islands. Related articles include a piece about Gran Canaria’s Dry Valley Cider. There is so much to see and do on the Canarian archipelago.
These are some nice looking hotels. I really hope I get to visit the Canary Islands one day.
The Canary Islands have some of the best hotels in Spain, Jill. Hope you get the chance to stay in some of them. Fuerteventura’s lovely this time of the year, although you can say that whatever the season.
Wow, they are all great places to stay in Fuerteventura. For sure, I will visit them all. Thanks for letting us know about these fantastic resorts!
Happy to share my resident expert opinion. I know you will enjoy visiting these. ¡Buen viaje!
Wow, every place has a gorgeous view! I wish for summer to come soon so we can enjoy traveling to places like these.
The vistas are incredible. You don’t have to wait until summer. Fuerteventura is an all-year-round destination.
Wow, these resorts are incredible. They have the best views and who doesn’t love an infinity pool?
Beth, sunrises and sunsets are magical on Fuerteventura. I’m a big fan of an infinity pool too. There are plenty to swim in across the Canary Islands.
The Canary Islands has the best climate in the world and staying in one of these resorts would be a dream for me.
Brianne, you’re so right. Spring is eternal here. Each of these resorts have more pluses than minuses, so wherever you’re stay, you’re bound to have an amazing vacation.
These resorts looks worthy to give a visit! Thanks for sharing this list!
Even if you don’t stay in a resort, each of them are well worth a day trip. Fuerteventura is not a massive island. So it doesn’t take that long to get from one end to the other.
Beautiful destinations with a lot of history. I’d be excited to visit any of these resorts.
The history is so fascinating. In particular, I like learning about the pre-Spanish Majos. I’m excited to revisit these resorts.
When I read your article, it brought back some happy memories. I have vacationed in Costa Calma. My funny Spanish accent got me into some amusing situations.
Costa Calma was the first resort I stayed in on Fuerteventura. It was a great introduction to the island. I enjoyed a sleepover at R2 Rio Calma.
OMG! This is like my dream vacation. These look gorgeous resorts.
It’s a medium-haul sub-tropical paradise for Europeans, is Fuerteventura. The white sand makes you think that you’re in the Caribbean. Whereas Corralejo has a more Balearic or even Greek Island vibe.
Okay, well, I am adding these to my list! Thanks for sharing.
Happy to do so, Dominique. You won’t regret making Fuerteventura your next bucket-list entry.
Awesome places! I would love to visit these resorts one day. They’re definitely on my go-to list.
You won’t regret making the effort to travel to Fuerteventura. It truly is fantastic. Such a special island.
These sound incredible! I hadn’t heard of them any before but now I want to visit.
Corralejo is probably my favourite resort in the whole of the Canary Islands, Neely. Although El Cotillo pushes it close. You won’t forget their names after visiting them as they’re so memorable.
I would be happy with any of these resorts. I need to relax, big time!
Oh, you can certainly kick back on Fuerteventura, Amber. It’s the most chilled of all the Canary Islands. Everyone deserves some extended horizontal relaxation.
It’s been ages since I last visited. Good to know where to stay next time we go on holiday there.
There are so many repeat visitors to the island, Melanie. Hope you get back there sooner rather than later. It’s paradise on earth.
I need to get a passport so I can travel to these places. They are awesome resorts.
Tara, they truly are awesome resorts. Get that passport. You won’t regret it.
I loved all of these resorts! I think that a nice resort is so important to international travel.
That’s so true, Terri. You will certainly feel home whilst away at these resorts. Fuerteventura is one of the most popular islands for tourists to visit in Europe.
The option to have half vegetarian dining is awesome! I do love to travel, but it’s been awhile.
Rosey, traditional Canarian cuisine is very vegetarian-friendly. You’ll certainly eat well on Fuerteventura, including if you follow a plant-based diet. You won’t go wrong by making your next trip to the Canary Islands.
Anyone who can stay in these resorts would definitely have an unforgettable experience. They are just beautiful.
Memories are definitely made on Fuerteventura, Alita. Each and every one of the resorts is beautiful. In very different ways.
Wow! These are all really great and amazing destinations! I would love to visit all of them.
If you plan to stay on Fuerteventura for a week, Richelle, you’ll have time to fit them all in. Stay in one resort and take a day trip to another. There are regular bus services and good roads to navigate by hire car.
I would love to visit the Canary Islands, and these all look like wonderful places to stay. It is nice to have good resorts to choose from.
There are plenty of resorts to choose from, Marysa, particularly on the bigger islands like Fuerteventura.
If someone made me go stay in ANY of those places, I would not put up a fight. The photos are gorgeous and I could just imagine how nice it would be to spend some time at any of them.
Fuerteventura’s an island that you warm too quickly, Elizabeth. So, there’s every chance you will want to return. This will mean you can spend some time in all of them.
Wow, these are absolutely amazing resorts to look at and of course a must-visit !
They are certainly easy on the eye, Sol. Some of them are easy on the wallet too. I have included both cheaper and more deluxe accommodation in this guide.
I am planning to visit Fuerteventura. I am so curious about it and I think it’s a wonderful place!
It is a true treasure island, Catalina. So much to discover. Enjoy!
The time has come for families to return to visiting resorts and enjoy a good vacation. Those are all wonderful areas to check out and thanks for this informative article.
People can’t wait to get back to Fuerteventura, Angela. It’s like visiting a long-lost friend. Returning to a favourite destination is always emotional.
Canary Islands are beautiful. I’ve visited Corralejo, El Cotillo, Puerto del Rosario and Castillo Caleta de Fuste. I liked Corralejo area the most. Thank you for sharing all these beautiful resorts. They will come in handy for my next visit. I hope to return to the island soon to visit my friend.
Glad you enjoyed the Canary Islands and my article, Anna. Corralejo is my favourite resort across the archipelago. El Cotillo ranks pretty high too.