Puerto del Carmen’s first 5-star, right on Matagorda beach, with a spa, rooftop bar and two restaurants.
From £172 a night
Average per night for two over 7 nights from 11 May 2027, on Expedia. Rate includes breakfast.
Matagorda, Puerto del CarmenOn our lists
Hotel Lava Beach opened in December 2018 as the first 5-star in Puerto del Carmen. It stands on the seafront at Matagorda, at the quieter eastern end of the resort, with direct access to the long dark-sand beach and the promenade that runs west into town.
The 154 rooms are modern, and the hotel feels designed for adults who like to unwind well. The spa has a sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool, ice fountain and massages, there is a modern gym, and yoga, Pilates, a padel court and minigolf fill the days. The pools are heated. Oceana serves the buffet and Aroma the à la carte menu and a Sunday brunch, while the piano bar has live music and the rooftop lounge looks over the Atlantic. It suits couples and friends who want a polished hotel with the beach at the door.
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What Expedia offered for two adults for 7 nights from 11 May 2027, cheapest first, as an average per night including taxes. Prices change with the date; check yours.
Breakfast
£172 a night
On Playa de Matagorda, direct access.
Yes. Lava Beach has a heated pool, which makes a difference from November to March.
About 6 km, around 11 minutes by car.
From £172 a night. Average per night for two over 7 nights from 11 May 2027, on Expedia. Prices change by date, so check yours before you book.
Tours and tickets that start in Puerto del Carmen or collect from hotels there.
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
A full-day coach tour of the north’s lava caves, Haría, La Geria and Timanfaya’s Fire Mountains, with pick-up.
Departs from Island-wide coach tour, north and south · 9 hours
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
A day on a catamaran off La Graciosa, with the ferry from Órzola, paella lunch, drinks and kayaks.
Departs from Órzola harbour, then La Graciosa · 6 hours
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
A one-hour dive to 30 metres in a passenger submarine from Puerto Calero, past shipwrecks and fish.
Departs from Submarine Safaris, Puerto Calero marina · 1 hour
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Guided jet ski routes from Puerto del Carmen along the volcanic coast, 40 minutes to 2 hours.
Departs from Harbour entrance, Puerto del Carmen · 40 minutes to 2 hours on the water
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
A three-part comedy drag show with a three-course dinner in Puerto del Carmen.
Departs from MHT, CC La Peñita, Puerto del Carmen · 4 to 6 hours
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
An introductory scuba dive for complete beginners in groups of 4, with photos and video.
Departs from Beach meeting point at the Pro Dive Lanzarote van, Puerto del Carmen · 2.5 hours
Puerto del Carmen · 5 stars · 213 rooms
Puerto del Carmen’s long-standing seafront 5-star, with sea-view rooms, a wellness centre and a big sports club next door.
From £329 a night
Puerto del Carmen · 5 stars
A 5-star boutique hotel of suites in Puerto del Carmen, with a wellness centre, a heated pool and two restaurants.
From £245 a night
Puerto del Carmen · 4 stars · 331 rooms
A 4-star on Los Pocillos beach where every room faces the sea, with an infinity pool and plenty for families.
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Sources: hotellavabeach.com, turismolanzarote.com, datos.canarias.es. Last checked 15 November 2026.
