Gran Canaria has no shortage of hotels, but most of them are on the beach. Salobre sits above all of that — literally. Perched in the hills above Maspalomas in the island's south, the resort looks down over a valley of golf fairways and across to the dunes and the Atlantic beyond. It's a quieter, more focused kind of holiday than the coastal resorts nearby, and for golfers and wellness seekers, that's precisely the point.
Arrival & First Impressions
The drive up to Salobre is the first indicator that this is a different kind of resort. The road winds above the coastal sprawl, and by the time you arrive, you feel genuinely removed from the tourist zone below. The hotel itself is a clean, contemporary build — not Canarian-traditional in style, but the design makes the most of the elevated position with large windows, terrace spaces, and that signature semicircular pool that appears to float above the valley. First impressions: calm, space, quality.
The Rooms
Rooms are modern, well-proportioned, and designed with the view in mind. The suites with private terrace are worth the upgrade — having that open air space in the Canarian sunshine, looking out over the golf course and valley, is one of those simple pleasures that makes a holiday feel genuinely restorative. Bathrooms are well-appointed, and the Be Aloe bath products (the resort's own spa brand) add a nice touch. Interiors are in soft neutral tones — it's a calming palette that fits the wellness proposition well.
The Golf
Salobre Golf has two courses, and together they offer real variety.
- Salobre Old Course was designed by Severiano Ballesteros and follows the natural contours of the volcanic landscape. It's a strategic course that rewards placement over power — dry, firm conditions and natural rough give it a real links-style feel despite the Canarian setting. This is the more challenging and more characterful of the two.
- Salobre New Course was designed by Ronald Fream and is a more modern layout: wider fairways, more generous landing zones, but with technical greens that make scoring difficult. It's a great course for players who want to post a score without being overwhelmed.
The clubhouse and practice facilities are well-organised, the pro shop has good stock, and the on-site golf academy offers lessons with English-speaking professionals. Tee time management is well-handled — rarely feels crowded.
The Spa & Wellness
Be Aloe Wellness is the spa, and it's a serious offering. Named after the aloe vera that grows abundantly across Gran Canaria, the treatment menu makes heavy use of aloe-based products alongside volcanic stone therapies and traditional massage techniques. The circuit includes a hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, and relaxation area — all well-designed and tranquil. The outdoor pool, that striking circular structure visible in aerial shots, is the visual centrepiece of the resort, but the indoor wellness facilities are the genuine draw for post-golf recovery.
The Dining
Salobre leans towards a lighter, Mediterranean-influenced dining style that works well in the Canarian context. The main restaurant does a solid job with both Canarian classics and broader European dishes — the fresh fish options, sourced locally, are consistently excellent. The pool bar and terrace dining are the more relaxed options during the day, and on warm evenings the outdoor terrace is genuinely lovely. Breakfast is a full buffet with a good selection of local fruits, Canarian cheeses, and freshly baked bread.
The Overall Stay
Salobre works beautifully for couples where both people want different things from a holiday. One plays two excellent golf courses and uses the practice facilities; the other spends long mornings at the spa and afternoons by the pool. By evening, you meet on the terrace with a glass of something cold and realise this was the right choice. It's not a party resort, it doesn't try to be, and the guests reflect that — it has a pleasingly peaceful atmosphere that puts you in the right frame of mind from day one.
