Abora Buenaventura by Lopesan Hotels  

In lively Playa del Inglés on Gran Canaria, a short walk from Yumbo Shopping Center and roughly 900 metres from English Beach. Maspalomas Dunes are minutes away and the airport is about a 20-minute drive. A family-friendly spot that works for nightlife, sand time and all-inclusive escapes.

Rooms are calming havens in neutral, muted tones with air-conditioning and private furnished balconies. Expect flat-screen TVs and rainfall showers in modern bathrooms. The hotel sits among pleasant gardens with terraces that frame pool and garden views.

Swim in an outdoor pool and a separate kids pool, or unwind with massages and a solarium. There’s a gym (extra charge), a diving club, arcade/game room, mini club and playground for families. Practical extras include free parking, tour desk and transfer service. All-inclusive packages are available, with meals and local-brand drinks served through the day.

Conference hall, meeting and presentation facilities and a banquet room. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected and a 24-hour front desk handles logistics.

Two on-site restaurants including the Saborea Buffet, plus two bars and two poolside bars. If you pick all-inclusive, meals and mealtime drinks (local brands) are covered through the day and into the evening.