From bustling Tenerife to the otherworldly El Hierro, the Canaries offer everything from verdant rainforests, dormant volcanoes, sparkling beaches, and an authentic island experience. If you are planning a long weekend on these beautiful islands, these destinations are fun and exciting.
The beautiful beaches of this enchanting island attracts millions of visitors every year. Its most popular attraction is the UNESCO World Heritage Site Mt. Teide, known as one of the 12 Treasures of Spain. You can engage in water sports, big-game fishing, and dolphin and whale spotting, among other activities. Tenerife is the most developed of the islands and offers luxury hospitality including hotels, clubs, restaurants, and an upbeat nightlife.
This stunning island has sandy beaches drenched in turquoise seas. With miles of magnificent cliffs, beautiful beaches, and pristine waters, Fuerteventura draws visitors from all over Europe. Despite being the second biggest of the Canaries, it receives relatively few visitors, making it the perfect getaway for solo travellers and couples looking for a quiet time with nature. If you love kitesurfing or windsurfing, this spot is a favourite.
Though slightly smaller than Tenerife, Gran Canaria boasts excellent tourism facilities and spectacular beaches. If you love partying at night on the beach or waking up to the gentle sounds of the waves, this is the place to be. One of the biggest attractions on the island are the mesmerising dunes of Maspalomas, also part of the 12 Treasures of Spain. For the best beachfront adventures, this island offers a grand experience.
| 💳 Highest rates | in December |
|---|---|
| 🥳 Busiest month | December |
| 🛏️ Popular accommodation types | House rentals and Apartment rental |
| 🌡️ Warmest weather | August and September |
| 🥶 Coldest weather | 13 °C in February and January |
| 🌧️ Rainiest months | 10 rainy days in October and February |
Holiday rentals in the Canary Islands usually cost between £103 and £149 per night.
On average 4 guests, can stay in Apartment rental in the Canary Islands, with accommodation options also available for larger and smaller groups.
There are more than 112,267 lettings to rent in the Canary Islands costing upwards of £36 per night.
There's plenty of variety available when it comes to holiday rentals for Weekend Breaks in the Canary Islands, with 16,072 Apartment rental and 8,028 House rentals on offer.
Sure, more than 60% of holiday rentals in the Canary Islands have a pool.
