Venue

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Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

Address: C León y Castillo 227
35005 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria, Spain
Website: https://www.barcelo.com/en-ie/santa-catalina-a-royal-hideaway-hotel/

Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel offers an ideal location to discover all the treasures of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It is located in the famous neighbourhood of Ciudad Jardín, a residential area in the centre of the city presided over by the emblematic Romano and Doramas city parks. Within the latter rises the majestic Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel, in a setting of exuberant beauty amidst palm trees, ficus, dragon trees and other types of Canarian flora, as well as species from all over the world. An unparalleled refuge to enjoy days of rest and connect with the environment.

Near this hotel in Gran Canaria you will find one of the main urban beaches in the world: Las Canteras beach. With fine, golden sand, this beach is a paradise at any time of the year thanks to the region’s privileged climate. A rare gemin the heart of the citywhere you can relax or practice water sports.

Santa Catalina is contiguous to Pueblo Canario, a 1937 architectural complex that reflects the traditional architecture of the Canary Islands. This is where the Néstor Museum is located, which exhibits a large part of the work of the Canarian artist Néstor Martín Fernández de la Torre, the architect behind this beautiful spot in the city. 

Santa Catalina is well connected to the historic centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the quarter of Vegueta. Among the cobblestone streets and picturesque squares you will find points of interest such as the Casa de Colón, the Cathedral of Santa Ana, the Canary Museum, the Literary Cabinet, the Town Hall and the Atlantic Center of Modern Art. Here you will also be able to learn about the history of the city between late Gothic and Renaissance-style buildings, and enjoy the cheerful and relaxed rhythm of life on the island.

Route map Navigation

Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is well connected to the historic centre of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the quarter of Vegueta. Here you will also be able to learn about the history of the city between late Gothic and Renaissance-style buildings, and enjoy the cheerful and relaxed rhythm of life on the island.

• Gran Canaria Airport – 23,3 km
• Las Canteras Beach – 3 km
• Historic Centre (Vegueta) – 3 Km
• Congress centre – 4,6 km

Transportation options

There are two main bus stops in the center. The first bus stop is right next to Astoria Capsis Hotel. There are also other suggested hotels that are quite close to the bus stops. The route takes about 40 minutes by bus (heading ITE or PAGNI) and the ticket costs 1,50 € (blue ticket). Ticket vending machines are located next to most bus stations in the centre but you can also buy from most kiosks around the city. Please keep in mind that city traffic may affect departure and arrival times. For further information and timetable, you can check the following link: http://astiko-irakleiou.gr/#en or you can download the application “Iraklio City Bus” to your mobile phone. In addition, you can get a taxi which takes no more than 20 minutes, depending on the traffic, and costs approximately 12 € from Eleftherias Square, plus €2 for call service. You can call (+30) 2810 321330 or (+30) 2810 210102 for a taxi.
All Venue Rooms are located at the Central Building, straight ahead from the entrance.

Please follow the signs in the building.
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