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Rating8.1Adults OnlyAll 639 rooms were refurbished in the 2023 renovation — the condition concerns from older reviews no longer apply. The standout category is the Suite with Private Pool (adults-only, 18+), which gives you a genuinely private outdoor space. Family rooms and interconnecting configurations are available for larger parties. The garden-view rooms are cheaper and quieter; ocean-facing rooms look onto the promenade and beach.

Guest room at Hotel Riu Gran Canaria
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Typically unspecified, may have balcony or terrace
Entry-level room with balcony or terrace. Post-2023 refurbishment means these are in good condition. No view designation — garden or resort-facing depending on unit. A practical base for a family or couple spending most time outside.
Garden view
Balcony or terrace with a garden-facing outlook. Quieter than the ocean-facing rooms — less promenade noise in the evening.
Garden view
Standard double with an extra sofa bed, accommodating up to 3 guests. Garden view. The sofa bed addition is the sole distinguishing feature over the standard garden view room.
Unspecified, with balcony or terrace
Standard room with sofa bed for a third guest. Balcony included. Good configuration for two adults and a child who don't need a full family room.
Garden view
Designed for families — a single bedroom with a separate living area or extra beds for children. Garden view. The right choice for a couple with one or two younger children who don't need the two-bedroom family configuration.
Garden view
The property's most distinctive room category — a suite with its own private outdoor pool. Adults only (18+). Genuinely different from a standard room or balcony suite. The private pool means you're not competing for sun loungers. Limited number of these units; book early.
May have garden view
Larger living space without the private pool. More square footage than the standard rooms and a separate lounge area. Best for guests who want space to relax in the room without paying for the private pool.
Unspecified, with balcony or terrace
Two-bedroom configuration for larger families. Two interconnecting rooms with a balcony or terrace. Sleeps 4–6. The recommended configuration for families with older children or teenagers who want privacy.