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Luxury Villa Rentals in Puerto del Carmen
Villas in the hills above Lanzarote's old fishing harbour, a short drive from the beach and the volcanoes
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A fishing harbour that became Lanzarote's favourite resort
Puerto del Carmen began as a fishing village called La Tiñosa, and its old harbour still has boats tied up a few steps from the seafood restaurants. Lanzarote's main resort has grown up around it, a long, easy-going run of golden beaches on the island's south-east coast. The volcanic interior is a short drive inland, and the winter sunshine has made the town a fixture for British travellers getting away from a grey January.
Our collection here runs to 47 villas. Most are in the quiet residential hills above town and around Tías, many built in the island's low, whitewashed style, with terraces facing the Atlantic and, in many cases, a private pool. They range from two-bedroom villas for couples to family houses with up to 6 bedrooms.
This guide covers the town, the island beyond it and when to come.
Puerto del Carmen at a glance
- Villas
- 47 in and around Puerto del Carmen, with up to 6 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,700 to £2,800 a week, from around £1,200
- Beaches
- Playa Grande, Playa Chica, Los Pocillos and Matagorda, linked by a seafront promenade
- Best time
- All year: mild winters for sunshine, spring and autumn for walking and cycling
- Airport
- Lanzarote airport, around 10 to 15 minutes by road
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Alegranza Spain5 bedrooms
Rent Villa Fredo Lanzarote Spain6 bedrooms
Villa Dorada Fariones Lanzarote: 4-Bedroom Villa with Heated Pool & Hot Tub – Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote4 bedrooms
Villa Grand Deluxe Spain3 bedroomsWhere to stay in Puerto del Carmen
The old harbour and Playa Grande for restaurants and the beach, the hills of Tías for quiet villas with sea views, and Puerto Calero for its marina and boat trips.
An old harbour and several kilometres of sand
The old town, around the harbour at the western end, is the most attractive part of Puerto del Carmen. It has a small quay, a few fishing boats and a row of terraces where grilled fish and a cold glass of local white are what everyone orders. Playa Chica, a little cove close by, is a favourite with snorkellers and divers.
From here the Avenida de las Playas runs east for several kilometres past Playa Grande, Los Pocillos and Matagorda. Its promenade is good for a morning run and better for an evening stroll. The beaches are sandy, and the sea along this stretch is generally calmer than on the island's exposed north coast.
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Quiet hills above the sea, and a marina next door
Many of our villas sit in the hills behind the resort, in the municipality of Tías, which Puerto del Carmen belongs to. Up here the evenings are quiet and the views run out over the Atlantic towards Fuerteventura. Tías itself is a small working town. The Nobel laureate José Saramago spent the last part of his life there, and his house, A Casa, is open to visitors.
A few minutes west, Puerto Calero is a smart marina with restaurants along the quay and boats for sailing, fishing and dolphin watching. A coastal path links it with the old town of Puerto del Carmen.
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Fire mountains, vineyards and César Manrique
Lanzarote is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and its landscapes look like nowhere else in Europe. Timanfaya National Park, around half an hour's drive away, covers the lava fields left by the eruptions of the 1730s. At El Diablo restaurant, food is grilled over the heat of the volcano itself.
Closer still is La Geria, where vines grow in hollows dug into black volcanic ash, each one sheltered by a low stone wall, and the bodegas pour the island's malvasía. The artist César Manrique shaped much of what visitors love here, from the Jameos del Agua, built into a lava tube, to the Mirador del Río, which looks across to La Graciosa. On a Sunday, the market at Teguise is worth the drive.
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Wrinkled potatoes and winter sunshine
Canarian cooking is simple and good. Look out for papas arrugadas, small potatoes boiled in salted water and served with red and green mojo, along with fresh fish such as vieja, goat's cheese and gofio, the toasted grain that has fed the islands for centuries. A dry malvasía from La Geria goes with all of it.
Puerto del Carmen works all year. Winter brings warm days while Britain shivers, spring and autumn suit walking and cycling, and the trade winds take the edge off the summer heat. The Ironman triathlon usually starts from Playa Grande in May, so book early if you want to be here that week. Our concierge can arrange boat trips, diving, wine tastings, harbour tables and transfers.
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Villa Tende | 4-Bedroom Villa in Tias Puerto del Carmen4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,896 a week
Lanzarote Element | 3-Bedroom Villa in Puerto De Carmen Puerto del Car3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £2,710 a week
Deluxe Lanzarote Spain2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £2,620 a week
Lanzarote Sedut | 4-Bedroom Villa in Puerto Del Carmen4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,496 a week
Villa Tisa Spain4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,352 a week
Casa Aguada Spain4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,352 a week
Casa Tinosa Spain4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,352 a week
Villa Canwell | 4-Bedroom Villa in Tias Puerto del Carmen4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,333 a weekWhy book your Puerto del Carmen villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Puerto del Carmen's villas range from houses near the seafront to hillside homes above Tías, and we know which have the best sea views and which are a short walk from the harbour restaurants. With 47 properties in Puerto del Carmen, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Boat trips from Puerto Calero, diving and snorkelling, wine tastings in La Geria, restaurant reservations, car hire and transfers from Lanzarote airport. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Puerto del Carmen?
Stay near the old harbour if you want restaurants and Playa Chica on foot. Choose the hills around Tías for quiet villas with views over the Atlantic. Puerto Calero, just to the west, suits anyone who wants to be near a marina.
When is the best time to visit Puerto del Carmen?
Any time of year. Winter is mild and sunny, which makes it a favourite for winter sun. Spring and autumn suit walking, cycling and trips to Timanfaya, and summer is hot but cooled by the trade winds.
Is Puerto del Carmen busy during Ironman Lanzarote?
Yes. Ironman Lanzarote has been held on the island since 1992 and is based in Puerto del Carmen. It usually takes place in May, with the swim starting at Playa Grande. The town fills up that week, so book well ahead if you want to watch, or pick other dates if you would rather have peace.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Puerto del Carmen?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Puerto del Carmen cost?
Across our 47 villas in Puerto del Carmen, weekly rates typically range from £1,700 to £2,800, with the most affordable from around £1,200 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How far is Puerto del Carmen from Lanzarote airport?
Lanzarote airport, near Arrecife, is around 10 to 15 minutes away by road, and many British airports have direct flights. Our concierge can arrange car hire or private transfers.
Are there villas in Puerto del Carmen for large groups?
Yes. Our Puerto del Carmen collection includes properties with up to 6 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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47 villas above the Lanzarote coast, with our concierge a call away