Which Canary Island Is Best For You?

7 November 2023 | Updated 5 December 20243 min read

Tenerife This classic Canary ticks all the holiday boxes!

Boasting year-round toasty temps averaging 20-30°C and more fabulous resorts than you can shake a cocktail umbrella at, the Canary Islands are a winning choice for your next sunshine escape!

With eight main islands, all with their own fair share of knockout beaches and attractions, your hardest job is deciding which you should choose for your next getaway.

Don’t sweat. We’ve rounded up the top five Canaries for a package holiday to help you decide which is best for you – whether you’re after raucous family fun or laidback lounging in the sun.

Gran Canaria

For a classic beach holiday with all the seaside essentials, look no further than Gran Canaria. In the north, the island’s bustling capital, Las Palmas, is an easy pleaser – we’re talking heaps of long, sandy beaches backed by resorts, shops and cafes that cater to all ages and budgets. Tick!

In the island’s south, top resorts include Maspalomas, famous for its enormous sand dunes, and Playa Del Ingles, full to the brim with lively restaurants, bars and entertainment options.

A huge stretch of honey-coloured beach connects the two, perfect for families, surfers and sun-worshipers alike. For those feeling more adventurous, there’s jet-skiing and dune boarding, plus day trips to Aqualand water park on offer, too.

A view across the sea of Sardina del Norte fishing village in Gran Canaria

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Gran Canaria Mogan

Puerto De Mogan, Gran Canaria, Spain

14 Jul 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£557 pp

Altair Apartments

Puerto Rico (Gran Canaria), Gran Canaria, Spain

1 Sept 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Stansted

Prices from

£304 pp

Maracaibo

Puerto Rico (Gran Canaria), Gran Canaria, Spain

1 Sept 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Stansted

Prices from

£355 pp

Hotel Caserio

Playa Del Ingles, Gran Canaria, Spain

7 Apr 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£559 pp

Servatur Waikiki

Playa Del Ingles, Gran Canaria, Spain

9 Mar 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Stansted

Prices from

£559 pp

Seaside Sandy Beach

Playa Del Ingles, Gran Canaria, Spain

8 Jul 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Gatwick

Prices from

£531 pp

Prices and availability shown can change. Always check pricing with the provider before booking.

Lanzarote

Thrill-seekers will be in their element on a holiday to Lanzarote. The island is jam-packed with things to do, including exploring Timanfaya National Park, trekking through volcanoes and feeding that inner child at the water and theme parks!

Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen are among the best resorts on the island’s popular east coast, where you’ll find everything from watersports and golf to soft sandy beaches, colourful markets and family-friendly restaurants.

Looking for something quieter? Base yourself in Playa Blanca for dreamy hotels and seafront dinners around the old harbour.

Aerial view over Playa de Papagayo beach in Lanzarote, Canary Islands

Resort Los Zocos Impressive Lanzarote

Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, Spain

20 Feb 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£599 pp

H10 Rubicón Horizons Collection

Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, Spain

2 Jul 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£594 pp

THB Lanzarote Beach

Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, Spain

25 Feb 2026
7 nights
Room only
From Manchester

Prices from

£382 pp

THB Tropical Island

Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, Spain

25 Feb 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Manchester

Prices from

£536 pp

Caybeach Sun

Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, Spain

30 Mar 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Manchester

Prices from

£544 pp

H10 Suites Lanzarote Gardens

Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, Spain

16 Jan 2027
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£519 pp

Prices and availability shown can change. Always check pricing with the provider before booking.

Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura is the second largest of the Canary Islands and easily the most chilled.

With over 3,000 hours of sunshine a year and more than 80 beaches, lazy beach breaks are what holidays to Fuerteventura are all about (you don’t have to tell us twice). Gorgeous swathes of white-sand beaches stretch along the coast (Corralejo and Sotavento are the most spectacular), and the list of watersports is longer than a tapas menu – think windsurfing, scuba diving, sailing and more!

Costa Caleta and Costa Calma are fab resorts for families seeking all the usual beachside facilities on the doorstep, while the vibe at Corralejo and Jandia is more R&R.

View of Morro Jable beach in Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

Elba Castillo San Jorge & Antigua Suite Hotel

Caleta De Fuste, Fuerteventura, Spain

11 Feb 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Manchester

Prices from

£546 pp

Barceló Fuerteventura Castillo

Caleta De Fuste, Fuerteventura, Spain

5 May 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£537 pp

Elba Sara Beach & Golf Resort

Caleta De Fuste, Fuerteventura, Spain

5 May 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£461 pp

Fuerteventura Princess

Playa De Esquinzo, Fuerteventura, Spain

5 May 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£452 pp

H10 Tindaya

Costa Calma, Fuerteventura, Spain

5 May 2026
7 nights
Half board
From Manchester

Prices from

£569 pp

Elba Carlota Beach & Golf Resort

Caleta De Fuste, Fuerteventura, Spain

16 May 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£499 pp

Prices and availability shown can change. Always check pricing with the provider before booking.

Tenerife

Tenerife needs no introduction. The most popular of the Canaries, this holiday hotspot has been a Brit-favourite for decades thanks to its awesome all-inclusive hotels, balmy beaches and adventure-filled attractions.

Resorts range from the party capital of Playa De Las Americas, with its strip of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, to the powder-soft beaches and more zen pace of Los Cristianos.

Beyond the sand, head to Teide National Park for volcano hikes and quad bike tours, get splash happy at Siam Park, or take to the water for a whale-watching boat trip – camera at the ready!

View of San Andres village and Las Teresitas beach in Tenerife

Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora

Alcalá, Tenerife, Spain

19 Apr 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£515 pp

Fergus Puerto De La Cruz

Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife, Spain

6 Mar 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£501 pp

H10 Tenerife Playa

Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife, Spain

16 Mar 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£523 pp

Parque La Paz

Playa De Las Américas, Tenerife, Spain

19 Apr 2026
7 nights
Self-catering
From Manchester

Prices from

£546 pp

H10 Costa Adeje Palace

Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain

5 May 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£569 pp

Iberostar Waves Bouganville Playa

Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain

5 May 2026
7 nights
Bed & breakfast
From Manchester

Prices from

£599 pp

Prices and availability shown can change. Always check pricing with the provider before booking.

La Palma

Known as the greenest of the Canary Islands thanks to its lush natural landscapes, La Palma is the perfect pick if you’re looking to combine sun-filled beach days and incredible outdoor activities.

The island’s unspoiled interior, all dense forests and rocky ravines, is an adventure playground for hiking, mountain biking and climbing. The island’s highest point, Roque de los Muchachos, is totally worth the trek for the epic panoramic views awaiting you at the top!

Back on the coast, you’ll find cute shops and cafes in the capital, Santa Cruz de la Palma, and Insta-worthy black-sand beaches in Puerto Naos.