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Carnival in Maspalomas takes place in the town of Villa de San Bartolomé de Tirajana. Most of the events take place in and around the largest commercial center which is also the gay center – The Yumbo.
Carnival was originally a pagan ritual which became part of the catholic festivities to celebrate the end of exceses and to get ready for the fast during Lent. In many places, carnival is celebrated over three days. These are the three days before Ash Wednesday, the day when Lent starts in the Christian calendar.
Carnival was prohibited in the whole state over the 40’s, during Franco’s dictatorship, although these festivities were clandestinely celebrated in some parts in Spain. In the Canary Islands, carnival was called “Winter Fiestas” in order to conceal its celebration before the dictator’s eyes.
The big nights are the drag queen competition and the all-night street parties. Expect thousands upon thousands of revellers for each event. On the busier days you’ll be hard-pushed to find that many Spanish not dressed in costume, everyone really gets in the carnival mood here
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Silvi Villas, Bohemia Suites & Spa, Sol Barbacan, AxelBeach.
Stay close to the Yumbo centre
Book now and pay on arrival
The Sol Barbacan is our preferred
location with great pool & large rooms
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Most of the gay events take place in and around the Yumbo Centre. Check out our recommended hotels nearby for the perfect place to stay.
Highlights of the Drag Queen Gala show in the Yumbo.
The Yumbo centre is the heart of gay nightlife in Maspalomas. We recommend you stay close to this area and use the shuttle buses or taxis to get to the gay beach.
Situated in Playa del Ingles, a 6-minute walk from Yumbo Centrum, Silvi Villas by TAM Resorts features an outdoor swimming pool, as well as free WiFi. Boasting a sun terrace, Rooms are equipped with a coffee machine.
Offering large rooms with balconies, the adults-only Bohemia Suites & Spa is 200 m from Playa del Inglés Beach. It features a spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, gym and restaurant. One of the pools is heated.
The complex features a swimming pool, 2 hot tubs, and free WiFi in all areas. Set in gardens, the complex includes mini golf and beach volleyball facilities. There is also a gym and entertainment activities, WiFi free of charge.
AxelBeach Maspalomas – Apartments and Lounge Club – Adults Only features an outdoor pool, gym and tennis court. This gay and hetero-friendly, adults-only complex also has a hammam, hot tub and sauna.
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