Set to the east of Puerto del Carmen, Matagorda is renowned for its winning combination of sun, sea and sand. The resort's beach is particularly popular with both families and couples, and has been awarded a blue flag for cleanliness. The beach is packed with soft sand and lapped by crystal clear waters - perfect for sunbathing and swimming. The offshore breeze also makes the resort particularly popular with windsurfers. Matagorda is made up of whitewashed villas, beachfront restaurants, as well as a modern shopping mall.
Holidays in Matagorda feature numerous shops, bars and restaurants. The shopping mall sells everything from souvenirs and local handicrafts to designer clothes. In the evenings, visitors can relax over cocktails, tuck into traditional Spanish tapas and locally caught seafood at the restaurants lining the beachfront. Those who are seeking a livelier atmosphere can head to neighbouring Puerto del Carmen, with its numerous karaoke bars and pulsating nightclubs.
Holidays in Matagorda include popular nearby excursions. Matagorda is linked to the neighbouring town of Playa de los Pocillos via a picturesque beachfront promenade. Alternatively, visitors can take a drive to Puerto Calero, with its exclusive marina, explore Timanfaya National Park, with its stunning mountains and volcanic landscapes, and take a daytrip to Arrecife, the island's capital.
The Las Gaviotas bungalows are in a wonderful location just across the promenade from the beach. they are set in colourful Canarian gardens. The bungalows are attractively arranged around seven swimming pools, three of which have childrens sections. Each bungalow has a well equipped kitchenette and a separate bedroom with twin beds and a sofa bed in the lounge, where there is satellite TV (payable). For those of you wanting to really relax, there is half board available in the friendly, well decorated buffet restaurant.
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