La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria · Gran Canaria

La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel

Hostel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, opposite Playa de Las Canteras, with a mosaic terrace, shared dormitories and activities such as surfing, snorkelling and yoga.

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8.7 Score
577 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Playa de Las Canteras · 40 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel

La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel is a hostel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, opposite Playa de Las Canteras, with the sand 40 m away. In the Guanarteme neighbourhood, it occupies a building constructed in 1958, to which a second floor was later added; its sun terrace features a mosaic made by the family.

Its accommodation combines beds in shared dormitories — including female-only and mixed spaces — with double rooms, and the property has shared bathrooms with a shower and hairdryer. There is a communal kitchen, lounge, games room and indoor play area, as well as family rooms. It is an option for those who want to stay by the sea and combine rest with outdoor activities: windsurfing, snorkelling, cycling and fishing are available, along with yoga classes and film nights. Auditorio Alfredo Kraus is 520 m away and Estación de Guaguas Santa Catalina is 1.8 km away.

La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 577 reviews

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Hostel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, opposite Playa de Las Canteras, with a mosaic terrace, shared dormitories and activities such as surfing, snorkelling and yoga.

Room types

La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel offers beds in dormitories of different capacities and double rooms for two people. There are female-only and mixed dormitories, as well as shared options without a specified gender. Available configurations include bunk beds, two single beds and one double bed, so you can choose between sharing a dormitory or staying in a double room.

The shared bathrooms have a shower and hairdryer. Room features vary: some have seating and dining areas, and some include an electric kettle, stovetop and toaster. Bed linen and access to streaming services are also included. Views may be of the inner courtyard, the sea or the city, and some rooms have a patio. The shared kitchen and communal areas round out the offer for travellers who value socialising and preparing their own meals during a stay by the coast.

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room — La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
12 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Patio

At 12 m², this bed in a four-person dormitory has a bunk bed and is distinguished by views of an inner courtyard and access to a patio. The seating area provides space to relax away from the bed, while the shared layout suits solo stays.

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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room — La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
16 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Fan
  • Seating area

This bed is in a six-person female-only shared dormitory, and the room is 16 m². The bunk bed offers a sleeping space in a room reserved for women. The seating area and available board games provide a place to relax after a day at the beach.

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Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room — La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
20 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Sea view
  • Landmark view

At 20 m², this bed is in an eight-person shared dormitory. Its views take in the sea, the city and a place of interest, setting it apart from the other options. The seating and dining areas let you relax and take a break between activities by the coast.

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
16 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Sea view
  • City view

This bed in a six-person mixed shared dormitory has sea and city views. The 16 m² room also has a seating and dining area, an electric kettle and space for outdoor dining. It is an option for those who prefer to share a room in a mixed setting.

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Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room — La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
10 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Seating area
  • Outdoor dining area

This bed is in a ten-person shared dormitory measuring 10 m². The room has a seating and dining area, as well as a space for outdoor dining. The bunk bed provides an individual sleeping space in a larger shared arrangement.

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Single Bed in Shared Room — La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Single Bed in Shared Room
10 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Fan
  • Seating area

At 10 m², this single bed in a shared room has a bunk bed. The room has a fan, seating area and dining space, as well as an electric kettle and stovetop. It is a simple option for solo travellers who want to share their accommodation.

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Budget Twin Room — La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Budget Twin Room
10 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Fan
  • Seating area

This budget twin room measures 10 m² and has two single beds for up to two guests. It has a shared bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, as well as a fan and seating area. Its separate beds suit two people who prefer to sleep in their own bed.

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Standard Twin Room — La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel
Standard Twin Room
14 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Seating area

Compared with the 10 m² budget option, this standard room offers 14 m² and two single beds for two guests. The bathroom is shared and has a shower and hairdryer. The seating area, dining area and outdoor dining space complete its features.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay beside Playa de Las Canteras: the beach is 40 m away
  • you are interested in surfing and the sea: windsurfing and snorkelling are available
  • you are travelling alone and prefer a shared female-only dormitory
  • you are looking for family accommodation: there are family rooms and an indoor play area
  • you want to combine outdoor activities with yoga classes and film nights

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the property: there is no parking
  • you prefer a private bathroom in your room: the bathrooms are shared and have a shower
  • you need to arrive outside check-in hours, which are from 14:00 to 22:00, or cannot let the property know your expected arrival time in advance
  • you are looking for accommodation near the airport: Gran Canaria Airport is 21 km away

Hotel facilities & services

The hostel offers free Wi-Fi and is located opposite the beach, with a terrace, sun terrace and outdoor furniture for enjoying the open-air spaces. The barbecue adds to the dining options; film nights are also organised, and there are bingo and sports broadcasts. For those who prefer active plans, activities include windsurfing, snorkelling, cycling, hiking and fishing.

The communal areas include a games room, spaces with a TV and an indoor play area. The accommodation has family and non-smoking rooms, as well as air conditioning and heating. It also offers lockers, luggage storage, tourist information, a business centre and meeting rooms; yoga classes and local culture activities complete the available services.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Located on the beach
  • Beach
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Barbecue
  • Windsurfing
  • Tourist information
  • Snorkelling
  • Shower

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Located on the beach
  • Terrace / solarium
  • Barbecue
  • Terrace
  • Film nights
  • Snorkelling
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Windsurfing
  • Games room
  • Fishing
  • Tourist information
  • Indoor play area
  • Yoga classes

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Shared kitchen
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel is in Guanarteme, beside the urban stretch of Playa de Las Canteras: the sand is 40 m away. Auditorio Alfredo Kraus is 520 m away and Plaza Juan del Río Ayala is 620 m away. Plaza El Yoret is 700 m away; Avenida José Mesa y López is 980 m away. There are cafés and restaurants nearby, including Amelie Green, 20 m away, and Pizzeria Napoletana Ra, 30 m away.

To get around the city, Estación de Guaguas Santa Catalina is 1.8 km away; Gran Canaria Airport is 21 km away. Parque de Santa Catalina is 1.6 km away, Museo Elder de la Ciencia y La Tecnología is 1.8 km away and Acuario Poema del Mar is 2.1 km away. You can also visit Parque Romano, 1.8 km away, and Parque Doramas, 2 km away, two green spaces to add to your route.

The coast lets you combine a walk with activities at sea; the hostel offers windsurfing and snorkelling, as well as cycling, hiking and fishing. For a cultural visit, Centro de Arte La Regenta is 1.5 km away and Museo Naval de Canarias is 1.6 km away. Further south, Casa-Museo Pérez Galdós is 4.1 km away and Casa Museo Colón is 4.4 km away; these visits offer a chance to discover the history and cultural life of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. This way, you can alternate between the beach, museums and parks during your stay.

Playa de Las Canteras — Urban sandy beach for swimming, walking by the sea and enjoying water sports. 40 m
Auditorio Alfredo Kraus — Concert and performance venue beside the Las Canteras promenade. 520 m
Santa Catalina Park — Urban green space near the bus station and port. 1,6 km
Elder Museum of Science and Technology — Educational exhibitions on science and technology for a cultural visit. 1,8 km
Poema del Mar Aquarium — Aquarium with routes through different marine ecosystems and aquatic species. 2,1 km
Casa Museo Colón — Museum dedicated to Atlantic voyages and the history of Christopher Columbus. 4,4 km

What guests say about La Ventana Azul Surf Hostel

8.7
Fabulous · 577 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
9.0
Free Wi-Fi
8.7

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the proximity to the beach. They also highlight the balance between price and services, while cleanliness, comfort and facilities receive good overall ratings.

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