Once a landscape of salt flats, volcanic terrain and sparse crops, Costa Teguise has been meticulously transformed into the high-end tourist destination renowned for its exceptional quality of life that we know today
This beautiful, tranquil, spacious, and well-thought-out resort offers something for everyone, from family holidays and romantic getaways to business conferences and much, much more. The reasons to visit, explore and stay are equally compelling. With its 3.5 kilometres of beachfront promenade, pristine beaches, varied accommodation options, and range of leisure activities and eateries, Costa Teguise has it all, not to mention its convenient location just a five-minute drive from the capital, ten minutes from the airport and easy access to the north of the island.
The resort’s origins can be traced back to the 1970s when Explosivos Rio Tinto acquired twelve million square metres of land to develop a high-end tourist destination, transforming the rugged volcanic lava flows of Tahíche and Tinguache, dotted with salt flats and crops, into Costa Teguise, with meticulous planning that can still be appreciated in its layout and design today.
The development plan revolved around three main focal points with the artistic vision of César Manrique playing a pivotal role in shaping Costa Teguise’s character. In 1977, the iconic five-star Gran Meliá Salinas hotel opened its doors, designed by Manrique and Fernando Higueras. In 1979, it won the International Architecture Award and became a sought-after destination for luxury tourism. Recently, it has joined the Paradisus by Meliá format as a Destination Inclusive® Luxury Resort for adults (>16) only.
The second significant landmark is the Real La Mareta Residence, designed in 1979 by Manrique and Higueras for King Hussein I of Jordan. In 1989, it was gifted to the Spanish Royal Family (& incorporated into the National Heritage, Law 23/1982). Since then, it has hosted numerous dignitaries and prominent international figures and serves as a holiday residence for Spanish Prime Ministers.
The third focus, and the main hub of tourist life in Costa Teguise, is the Pueblo Marinero, where a central square, bandstand, and cobbled alleyways recreate a charming fishing village. Designed by César Manrique and architect Alfonso Galán between 1979 and 1982, it features traditional Canarian architecture, whitewashed walls, green woodwork, excellent taste, organic lines and numerous chimneys typical of Lanzarote.
Over the years, leisure options have continued to grow, including a golf course, water park, aquarium, sports-focused hotels like Santa Rosa and Sands Beach, residential complexes, shopping centres, and health and educational facilities. It also hosts sporting events like the International Marathon and the PWA Windsurf. Yet, it maintains its essence as a peaceful, comfortable, and beautiful place to visit.
