Guide to San Agustin

"Quieter than its neighbour, Playa Del Ingles, appealing San Agustin is great for a more restful kind of beach break."

If you're looking for a resort with some of authentic Gran Canaria about it, this is just the ticket. Just north of Playa Del Ingles, San Agustin may be next door to its party-loving sibling, but it lives by much more relaxed rules. Sitting around three picturesque dark sand beaches, you'll find both a modern centre and a pretty waterfront here. Behind, whitewashed apartments and villas scramble up the rocky crags, giving the whole scene a sub-tropical, slightly exclusive air. Once here, all you need do is let San Agustin's quiet and easy-going rhythm take over. Lay claim to a spot on any of the beaches and let your cares drift away. Polish off a cooling ice-cream as the Canarian sun warms every inch of your body. And then wander down the gradually shelving sands into the crystalline waters for a paddle or a go on a sedate pedalo. When you're in need of refreshment, lunch on succulent, mojo-drizzled fresh fish at one of San Agustin's al fresco restaurants or tapas haunts. And before retracing your steps to the beach, survey those potential souvenirs at San Agustin's cluster of gift and handicraft shops. You'll never be short of day trip ideas from here. Find a secret picnic spot amid Maspalomas' beautiful sand dunes, taking a camel ride while you're there. Head for upbeat Playa Del Ingles for a duty-free shop before sampling its energetic nightlife. Or take off to San Agustin's go-karting track and Wild West theme park. By night, San Agustin's perfect for that lazy moonlit dinner on your hotel terrace. And why not enjoy a flutter at the resort's glittering casino? It might just add another happy memory to your holiday here.

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