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PolskiSan Agustín is the quiet, residential neighbour of Playa del Inglés on the south coast of Gran Canaria, and one of the island’s favourite bases for long winter stays, especially among Scandinavian and older visitors. It is sunny, calm and green, with flat seafront walks, small sheltered beaches and a slower pace than the big resorts, while everything in Playa del Inglés is a short walk or bus ride away.
San Agustín at a glance
| San Agustín | |
|---|---|
| Municipality | San Bartolomé de Tirajana, south Gran Canaria |
| Winter weather | Very sunny and dry, around 22-24°C by day |
| Typical rent, furnished one-bedroom, peak winter | About €1,000-1,700 a month |
| Terrain | Flat by the sea, sloping streets inland |
| Airport | About 20-25 minutes by car or bus |
| Best for | Couples, retirees, people who want calm |
Rents are indicative ranges from listings. See monthly rental prices in the Canary Islands.
Why long-stayers choose San Agustín
San Agustín was one of the first resorts in the south of Gran Canaria, and it has a settled, garden-like feel, with low-rise apartments, bungalows and palm trees. The beaches of San Agustín and Las Burras are calm and good for swimming, and the cliff-top promenade continues to Playa del Inglés and the Maspalomas dunes, so you can walk for kilometres along the sea.
Many long-stayers return to the same apartment every winter, and there is a strong community of Scandinavian visitors, with its own clubs, activities and services. Evenings are quiet, which is exactly why many people choose it.
Where to live in San Agustín
- Near the beaches and the promenade: the most popular and the flattest; book early.
- Around the shopping centre: convenient for shops, cafes and buses.
- Further up the hillside: quieter, often with views and pools, but a walk uphill.
Check the walk to the sea and the shops before you book, especially if you have limited mobility. Read the winter rental checklist.
Daily life
Shopping: supermarkets and smaller shops in town, with larger stores in Playa del Inglés and nearby shopping centres.
Health: pharmacies and private clinics nearby, with English- and Scandinavian-speaking staff in several of them; the main public hospitals are in Las Palmas. See private health insurance for long stays in Spain.
Eating out: a good choice of restaurants and cafes, calmer than in Playa del Inglés.
Community: clubs, walking groups and social activities for winter visitors. See expat groups in Gran Canaria.
Getting around
San Agustín is on the main Global bus routes between Las Palmas, the airport and the south, with frequent buses to Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas, Arguineguín and Puerto Rico. You can live comfortably without a car; many people hire one for a week to explore the mountains. See monthly car hire in the Canary Islands.
Weather through the winter
San Agustín shares the sunny climate of the south coast: about 24 to 25°C in November, 22 to 23°C in December, 21 to 22°C in January and February and 22 to 24°C in March, with very few rainy days.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Calm, green and residential | Quiet in the evenings |
| Sunny, with sheltered beaches | Smaller beaches than Playa del Inglés |
| Flat promenade to Playa del Inglés | Some streets are sloping |
| Strong Scandinavian community | Popular apartments book up early |
Who San Agustín suits
San Agustín is ideal for couples and retirees who want sunshine, calm and easy walking, with the services of Playa del Inglés close by. If you want more life and choice, stay in Playa del Inglés; for a real fishing town, look at Arguineguín. Compare all areas in the best area in Gran Canaria for a long winter stay and the best places for retirees in winter.
Travelling with someone without an EU passport? Check the dates with the Schengen 90/180 calculator.
Frequently asked questions
Is San Agustín good for a long winter stay?
Yes, especially if you want calm, sunshine and a residential feel close to all services.
Is San Agustín quieter than Playa del Inglés?
Much quieter, particularly in the evenings.
Can you walk from San Agustín to Playa del Inglés?
Yes, along the seafront promenade in about 20 to 30 minutes.
Is San Agustín good for older visitors?
Yes. Choose an apartment near the promenade to avoid the sloping streets.