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Puerto del Carmen is Lanzarote's best-known resort, and a firm favourite with British holidaymakers. It combines long sandy beaches with a lively seafront strip of shops, bars and restaurants, all backed by the year-round sunshine of the Canary Islands.

It suits families who want safe, sandy beaches and couples or groups who like a sociable resort with plenty of choice for eating and going out.

Where to stay in Puerto del Carmen

R2 Apartamentos Bahia Kontiki is a four-star apartment complex in Puerto del Carmen, giving you the flexibility of self-catering and an easy base close to the resort's beaches and seafront.

Getting there and when to go

UK visitors fly into Lanzarote and transfer the short distance to Puerto del Carmen. The climate is warm and sunny throughout the year, so it works just as well for a winter sun break as for a summer beach holiday.

Beaches and resorts

The resort has several sandy beaches with calm, clear water along its long, walkable seafront. The gently shelving sand and sheltered bays make it especially popular with families, while the promenade keeps everything within easy reach.

Food and things to do

The seafront is lined with restaurants and bars catering to all tastes, and there are plenty of watersports, boat trips and excursions to enjoy. The resort is compact and easy to get around, with shopping and entertainment close to the beaches.

Who it suits

Puerto del Carmen works for families, couples and groups who want sandy beaches, year-round sun and a sociable resort with lots going on, rather than a quiet retreat.

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