Hotel Riu Papayas

Gran Canaria · Playa del Inglés

Hotel Riu Papayas

4.0 star property

Family Fit Score 60
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Overview

Hotel Riu Papayas in Playa del Inglés is a family-friendly 4-star hotel offering a 24-hour all-inclusive experience with diverse dining options, children's activities, and easy access to nearby beaches.

Hotel Riu Papayas is designed for family getaways in Playa del Inglés, Gran Canaria. This 4-star hotel features a 24-hour all-inclusive service, ensuring guests enjoy unlimited meals, snacks, and drinks. Families can take advantage of the RIU Land kids' club, which offers a variety of games and activities, as well as children's pools with slides. The hotel is conveniently located just 1.5 km from Playa del Inglés beach, with a complimentary shuttle service available. Guests appreciate the modern facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff, although some have noted issues with sunbed availability. Nearby attractions include the Maspalomas Dunes and various parks, making it an ideal spot for family fun.

Best for

Families seeking an all-inclusive beach holiday with children's activities.

Family Fit Score

Family Fit Score 60

Family score based on structured hotel features with weighted categories. Strongest areas: Pool and Review Signal. Highlights: family rooms, kids club, all inclusive, water slides.

Key family features

Pros

  • 24-hour all-inclusive service
  • Kids' club with activities
  • Multiple dining options
  • Clean and modern facilities
  • Friendly and helpful staff

Cons

  • Sunbed reservation policy not enforced
  • Evening entertainment quality varies

Parent tips

  • Utilize the complimentary shuttle to the beach.
  • Arrive early for sunbeds to avoid competition.

Rooms

Consider booking a family room for more space and comfort.

Food

The hotel offers a buffet restaurant and several à la carte options, catering to various tastes.

Location

Located in Playa del Inglés, the hotel is close to local shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maspalomas Dunes.

22 Avenida de Gran Canaria, Playa del Inglés, 35100

Getting there

Nearest transport from OpenStreetMap

Airports

Within 150 km

  • Aeródromo El Berriel (~6.7 km)
  • Gran Canaria - Terminal (~26 km)
  • Base Aérea de Gando (~27 km)

Legend

  • This hotel
  • Airports
  • Beaches
  • Culture & attractions
  • Playgrounds & parks
  • Cafes & restaurants
  • Shops & essentials

This hotel and 58 nearby places from OpenStreetMap.

Nearby on the map

From OpenStreetMap — grouped by category (editorial nearby context).

Beaches

up to 5 km

  • Playa de Cochino (~988m)
  • Playas del Veril (~1.2 km)
  • Playa de las Burras (~1.4 km)
  • Playa de las Burras (~1.8 km)
  • Playa del Inglés (~1.8 km)
  • Playa de las Burras (~2.1 km)
  • Playa de San Agustín (~3.1 km)
  • Playa de Maspalomas (~3.6 km)
  • Playa El Pirata (~4.0 km)
  • Playa de Maspalomas (~4.1 km)
  • Playa de las mujeres (~4.3 km)
  • Playa Meloneras (~4.5 km)

Culture & attractions

up to 10 km

  • Mini Train Canárias (~798m)
  • Casa Saturninita (~1.1 km)
  • Parque Botánico de Maspalomas (~1.4 km)
  • Holiday World (~2.1 km)
  • Cristóbal Colón (~3.3 km)
  • Camello Safari Duna Oasis (~3.3 km)
  • Centro Etnográfico Faro de Maspalomas (~4.1 km)
  • Sioux City Park (~4.5 km)
  • Mundo Aborigen (~5.6 km)
  • Mundo Aborigen (~5.6 km)
  • EC-ATR (~6.4 km)
  • Arco del Coronadero (~8.1 km)

Playgrounds & parks

up to 2 km

  • Minigolf (~469m)
  • San Valentin Park (~589m)
  • Minigolf Atlantico (~593m)
  • Kangaroos Park (~768m)
  • San Fernando Park (~781m)
  • Minigolf Yumbo (~841m)
  • Parque Multifunctional (~1.5 km)

Cafes & restaurants

up to 2 km

  • Mirchi Le Spice (~57m)
  • Gorkha Palace (~58m)
  • Casa Tony Chu (~59m)
  • China Sol (~61m)
  • El Carreton (~119m)
  • Salamanca Bridge Cafe (~120m)
  • Salamanca Boom (~120m)
  • Pizzeria de Massimo (~135m)
  • La Carreta (~142m)
  • Guarapo (~145m)
  • Cafeteria Ca'cialo (~301m)
  • El Rodeo (~302m)

Shops & essentials

up to 2 km

  • Gordillo (~103m)
  • Lidl (~287m)
  • Mercadona (~295m)
  • Gran Canaria (~389m)
  • Gran Chaparral (~397m)
  • Broncemar (~444m)
  • Spar (~480m)
  • HiperDino (~496m)
  • HiperDino (~540m)
  • Hiperdino Express (~543m)
  • Supermarkets Huchita (~546m)
  • Spar (~548m)

Location questions

Distances from OpenStreetMap — editorial context, not on-site hotel facilities.

How far is Hotel Riu Papayas from the beach?
According to OpenStreetMap, the nearest mapped beach is Playa de Cochino, about ~988m away.
What is the nearest airport to Hotel Riu Papayas?
OpenStreetMap lists Aeródromo El Berriel as the nearest airport, roughly ~6.7 km away.

Nearby activities

  • Visit Playa del Inglés beach
  • Explore the Maspalomas Dunes
  • Enjoy local parks and minigolf
  • Access to nearby cafes and restaurants

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