Playa de Amadores
Man-made horseshoe cove with golden sand and calm turquoise water, perfect for families.
Playa de Amadores is one of the most popular beaches in southwest Gran Canaria, set in a sheltered bay between Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan. Its golden sand and calm, crystal-clear water turn it into a huge natural pool that is very safe for swimming. It offers a seafront promenade, restaurants, shops, showers and sunbed rentals, plus a Blue Flag for the quality of its facilities.
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