Puerto del Rosario

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Sotavento de Jandia Beach which includes a beach, general coastal views and mountains
Sotavento de Jandia Beach which includes desert views
Puerto del Rosario which includes outdoor art and art
Puerto del Rosario which includes a fountain
Puerto del Rosario which includes boating and general coastal views

Learn about the customs and traditions of the Fuerteventura islanders in this town’s museums before sunbathing at the spectacular beach.

Puerto del Rosario is Fuerteventura’s capital city and home of museums, shopping centers and many restaurants and hotels.

Take a leisurely stroll along the oceanfront promenade and look at the boats in the harbor. Visit one of the cafés and restaurants in this built-up area. Farther inland, walk down the pedestrianized Primero de Mayo street to appreciate colonial architecture and visit boutiques, cafés and a church.

Spend the afternoon shopping in the Centro Comercial Las Rotondas. Peruse its four floors with about 100 boutiques and restaurants, including supermarkets and jewelry stores.

After exploring the capital city, make your way to Playa Chica with your family. Rent equipment at the diving center near the beach and go snorkeling in the clear ocean water. Its safe, shallow waters teem with fish that will delight the kids.

Visit the city in mid-February to see it come to life for an annual carnival with exuberant parades and street performances.

Brush up on your Spanish before your trip to interact with city locals. You will also find many English speakers in the area. The city has been the island’s capital since 1860 and has grown around the commerce of the port during that time.

Puerto del Rosario is on the eastern coast of the island, just 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) north of the Fuerteventura Airport. The city’s port has regular ferries taking passengers to neighboring islands, such as Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas. Take short bus trips to beach havens, such as Corralejo and Caleta de Fuste.

Visit Puerto del Rosario to enhance your understanding of Fuerteventura’s colonial history and daily island life.

Where to stay in Puerto del Rosario

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Los Estancos

Beaches, restaurants, and spas are some highlights of Los Estancos. You might stop by Las Rotondas Commercial Center or Playa Blanca while you're in the area.

Los Estancos
El Mirador de Fuerteventura

El Mirador de Fuerteventura

4 out of 5
Carretera Playa Blanca, 45, Puerto del Rosario, Canary Islands
The price is CA $157 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
CA $157
CA $169 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Puerto del Rosario. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (197 reviews)
"We enjoyed everything about our stay. Ocean view with a balcony. Room was spacious and the buffet breakfast was delicious. Will definitely come here again."

Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2025

El Mirador de Fuerteventura
Hotel Tamasite

Hotel Tamasite

2.5 out of 5
Leon y Castillo, 9, Puerto del Rosario
The price is CA $95 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
CA $95
CA $102 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Puerto del Rosario. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Miguel de Unamuno Museum ...
7.2/10 Good! (96 reviews)
"The man on reception couldn't of been anymore helpful, showed me to the room heloed finding me a plug adapter and always had a smile on his face very polite! The hotel is in walking distance of the bus station to acess the island and the beach too! Rooms clean tidy and spacious with bottled water ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 6, 2025

Hotel Tamasite
Hotel Rural Rosario Martin

Hotel Rural Rosario Martin

2.5 out of 5
Aldea de Tefía, 12, Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura
The price is CA $152 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
CA $152
CA $163 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto del Rosario. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a garden. Popular attractions Alcogida Eco Museum and Los Molinos are located ...
2/10 (1 review)
Nicht zu erreichen niemand da
"Hotel geschlossen keine Gäste nur Katzen auf dem Gelände warteten über eine Stunde keiner telefonisch zu erreichen haben uns dann ein anderes Hotel gebucht."

Reviewed on Jun. 16, 2025

Hotel Rural Rosario Martin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lovely Villa in residential area

Lovely Villa in residential area

Puerto del Rosario
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Puerto del Rosario. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Chica Beach and Las Rotondas ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Beautiful house
"The house was much larger than we thought. High spec. Very clean. Easy to walk to super market. Lovely pool area and bbq. Very well equipped."

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2025

Lovely Villa in residential area
Apartamentos Hesperia Bristol Playa

Apartamentos Hesperia Bristol Playa

3 out of 5
Urbanizacion Lago de Bristol, 1, Corralejo, La Oliva, Fuerteventura
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in La Oliva. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Corralejo Beach and Charco ...
7.4/10 Good! (638 reviews)
Last minute trip
"The hotel is quite dated in areas. The seaview room I had was comfortable and had everything I needed. Unfortunately, you can't check-in until 5pm, but the nice man on reception let me put my case in the storage room, told me I could change if I wanted to. As I wasn't leaving until 6pm, I enquired ..."

Reviewed on May 21, 2025

Apartamentos Hesperia Bristol Playa
Apartamentos Dunas Club

Apartamentos Dunas Club

3 out of 5
Calle El Pulpo 2, La Oliva, Las Palmas
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in La Oliva. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Corralejo Beach and Muelle Chico ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (92 reviews)
"Staff are great, location next to marina, noce smart clean rooms."

Reviewed on Jun. 28, 2025

Apartamentos Dunas Club
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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