San Bartolome de Tirajana self catering holidays Glorious beaches, huge sand dunes, volcanic creators and very lively
San Bartolome de Tirajana self catering holidays - the largest municipality on the island, San Bartolome de Tirajana stretches from the mountainnous centre in the south of Gran Canaria to the coast. Its main town, San Bartolome, is situated next to the Tirijana crater surrounded by lush green flora and laurel forests. By contrast as you travel towards the coast the landscape dramitacally changes to huge sand dunes, wide golden sandy beaches and warm shallow waters.
San Bartolome de Tirijana is the area which includes the main tourist resorts on the south coast such as Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and San Agustin so a holiday in San Bartolome means you are close to the lively nightlife yet have the peace and quiet of the mountain village. For pubs and late night dancing, head to the very lively Playa del Inglés next to Maspalomas. Nothing really gets going much before midnight with the bars typically staying open until 2am and the nightclubs at 6am.
| At a glance... | |
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| Beach & coves | ✔ |
| Small marina | ✔ |
| Watersports | ✔ |
| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Sand dune National park | ✔ |
| Golf | ✔ |
| Spa & wellness | ✔ |
| Amusement parks | ✔ |
| Aqualand Maspalomas | ✔ |
| Restaurants | 50+ |
| Airport | Gran Canaria (18km) |
Featured holiday homes in San Bartolome de Tirajana
The beach and inland resort of San Bartolome de Tirajana offers a wide selection of self catering holiday rental accommodation from luxurious villas overlooking the bay to cosy town centre apartments close to all the shops, bars and restaurants.
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San Bartolome de Tirajana sits on the southern coast of Gran Canaria and boasts over 300 days of sunshine a year. During the warm summer months, temperatures can reach into the mid to high 20s whereas during winter, the coldest month is January with an average temperature of 18°C.
Things to see & do
San Bartolome de Tirajana and the surrounding area is full of interesting resorts, amusement parks, dramatic landscapes and some of the most beautiful beaches in Gran Canaria that stretch along the south coast. For golf enthusiasts, Maspalomas is home to the largest and best golf course on the island.
| A few suggestions.... | |
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| Sand dunes National Park | ✔ |
| Faro de Maspalomas - lighthouse | ✔ |
| Holiday World amusement park | ✔ |
| Cyclying | ✔ |
| Lagoon of La Charca | ✔ |
| Sioux City - wild west amusement park | ✔ |
| El Oasis | ✔ |
| Coastal boat trips | ✔ |
| Palmitos Park aquarium | ✔ |
| Mundo Aborigen | ✔ |
Our view on San Bartolome self catering holidays
We think San Bartolome, with its beautiful beaches, panoramic views of the sparkling sea and lively evening entertainment is not to be missed when looking for somewhere to make your base for your holiday on Gran Canaria.
