LABRANDA Hotel Marieta – Adults Only in Playa Del Ingles, Gran Canaria

LABRANDA Hotel Marieta – Adults Only, Playa del Ingles, Gran Canaria (once called – Valentin Marieta Aparthotel)

Playa del Ingles sits on the sunny south coast of Gran Canaria, steps from the famous Maspalomas Dunes and a long sweep of golden beach. It is one of the island’s most popular resorts, lively and social with a huge choice of bars, clubs and relaxed beachfront hangouts around the Yumbo and Kasbah centres-perfect if you like your evenings buzzy and your days beachy.

Location & vibe

The hotel’s current trading name is LABRANDA Hotel Marieta – Adults Only (16+). It enjoys a prime spot just about 200m from the beach promenade-close enough to wander down for a swim, far enough for a calmer nights sleep. Expect an urban-beach setting: cafes and shops in one direction, Atlantic views and the dune-backed shore in the other.

The hotel at a glance

A modern, medium-sized adults-only hotel with clean lines and a minimalist look. Rooms are bright and contemporary with air-conditioning, large flat-screen TV, desk and modern shower rooms; many feature a balcony and some nab side sea views. Up top there is a stylish rooftop chill-out terrace with daybeds and dipping/plunge pools for those sunset cocktails, while down by the pool you have got a heated outdoor swimming pool and a small gym. There is also a buffet restaurant and pool/roof bars to keep things easy.

Kids facilities? None-this is 16+ only, so it is best for couples and friends rather than families with little ones.

Board basis & is it All Inclusive?

Yes-All Inclusive is available here as well as Half Board. On Half Board, dinner does not include drinks. On the All Inclusive plan, local-brand drinks are included (premium brands may be extra).

If you prefer to ‘mix & match’: our all-inclusive-style plan

If you book B&B or Half Board, you can still enjoy that all inclusive feel by pre-planning meals, drinks and entertainment nearby as recommended by Cheap All Inclusive Holidays.

• ✔️ Breakfast: local cafes from €7-€10 for a cooked breakfast or pastries/coffee.
• ✔️ Lunch: beach bars and pizzerias €10-€15 (pizza about €12-€15).
• ✔️ Dinner: casual restaurants €15-€25 for mains.
• ✔️ Drinks: large beers €2.5-€3.5, spirits with mixer €5-€7, cocktails often from around €10 (happy-hour deals common).

Example daily budget (per person)

Meals €32-€50 + drinks €12-€25 = €44-€75/day.
For 7 nights: €308-€525. For 14 nights: €616-€1,050.
(Adjust up/down for your appetite and bar choices.)

For ‘inclusive entertainment’ without paying extra, choose bars with live DJs or shows-Tipsy Hammock is a seafront favourite, while Yumbo has nightly drag and cabaret.

Free & paid things to do

• Free: Walk the Maspalomas Dunes Nature Reserve and coastal promenade-access is free of charge and sunsets are spectacular.
• Paid (guide prices):
  • ✔️ Camel ride in the dunes allow €20-€25 for about 30 minutes.
  • ✔️ Dolphin-watching boat (Puerto Rico) allow €34 adult for around 2.5 hours; glass-bottom options available.
  • ✔️ Aqualand Maspalomas from about €37 adult online (day ticket).

Who it suits

• ✔️ Couples & friends who want a grown-up base with 16+ policy, rooftop lounging and a short stroll to the beach.
• ✔️ Nightlife lovers who like options-from chic cocktails to full-on club nights around Yumbo/Kasbah.
• ✔️ Beach walkers & sunseekers who will spend days between Playa del Ingles and the dunes.

Getting there

Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) is about 30 km away; taxis and pre-booked transfers typically take around 25-30 minutes depending on traffic. The hotel is near the Escorial bus stop for cheap local services.

The short sell

Beach in minutes, dunes on your doorstep, nightlife when you want it, calm when you do not. Choose All Inclusive for maximum ease-or craft your own all inclusive style holidays vibe with a B&B plan plus pre-paid transfers, a set meal/drinks budget and free days out on the dunes. Either way, Valentin Marieta (now LABRANDA Hotel Marieta – Adults Only) puts you right where Playa del Ingles shines.