Gay Gran Canaria Playa del Ingés, Maspalomas

Where to stay?

For gay travelers, the smartest choice is to stay near the Yumbo Centrum in Playa del Inglés. The area is surrounded by hotels, apartments, and all-gay resorts, offering something for every budget. Being close to Yumbo means nightlife is right on your doorstep, with bars, clubs, and restaurants just a short walk away. It also puts you within easy reach of the beach and dunes, making the daily transition from sun to terrace to dance floor simple and stress-free. 

Gran Canaria’s weather is mild all year, but winter can feel a little too cool for long beach days. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit, with warm temperatures, a buzzing atmosphere, and major events like Maspalomas Pride in May and Winter Pride in November. Book early if you plan to visit during those weeks, as accommodation fills quickly.

Gay nightlife

Playa del Inglés in Gran Canaria has become one of the most popular gay destinations in Europe. Year after year, thousands of men return to the island for a mix of sunshine, nightlife, and all-gay resorts. The weather is good almost all year round, though the winter months can feel too cool for long beach days. The best seasons to visit are spring and autumn, when temperatures are warm, the ocean inviting, and the nightlife in full swing.

The gay scene is centred around the Yumbo Centrum in Playa del Inglés. By day it looks like a shopping mall, but by night it transforms into a hub of bars, clubs, cruise bars, and terraces. The nightlife isn’t fancy or stylish, but it doesn’t try to be. Instead, Yumbo is about having fun, meeting new people, and enjoying a party atmosphere that often runs until morning. For those who like cruising, there’s a big choice of venues to explore.

The beach and dunes of Maspalomas complete the daytime scene. Behind the dunes sits the gay beach at Kiosk 7, where sunbathing, socialising, and cruising flow together in a relaxed but lively way. After the beach, the terraces fill up, leading smoothly into the nightlife again.

Events like Maspalomas Pride in May and Winter Pride in November are the island’s busiest times. Hotels and resorts sell out quickly, and Yumbo becomes packed with parties, concerts, and visitors from across Europe. For anyone looking for a mix of relaxation, beach life, and high-energy nights, Playa del Inglés continues to deliver.

Layout of Maspalomas

On this map you see the basic layout of Maspalomas. The Yumbo, where all the gay night life is, is situated in the middle of Playa del Ingles. The gay beach is at the south end. Most buildings in Playa del Ingles are hotels and resorts.