Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain

Burras

Playa de las Burras is a beach located in Gran Canaria, Spain. It is a popular spot for local residents and is considered a family-friendly destination suitable for non-swimmers.

Children and young people often engage in activities like football and beach ball, while joggers and walkers enjoy the fresh breeze and scenic views of the Atlantic. The beach features both sandy and stony bays, with a peaceful and unspoiled stony bay.

There are designated areas for unconfident swimmers and lifeguards are present to keep a watchful eye on children. The wide beach is ideal for ball games and running around, and visitors can borrow a ball from lifeguards.

Playa de las Burras can be accessed from Playa de San Agustín, with the option to take a walk or jog along a footpath that is sunken in a steep rock face.

Discover places to stay near Playa de las Burras and enjoy family-friendly activities by the scenic Atlantic coastline.

The beach is equipped with amenities such as toilets, lifeguard loungers, bars, and restaurants. Visitors can bring dogs to the beach, and there is also a clothing-optional area for nudists.

What to do at Burras?

Amenities

Burras amenities include parking, toilet and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Burras include Relax Beach Club, LAS BURRAS BEACHOUSE, Restaurante Mao Mao Beach, EMBASSY CLUB GRAN CANARIA Terraza, Shishas & Dance, Kalima bar & tapas, The Rose Show Bar, Jans Bar and Masebba Cocktail Bar.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Burras include Tony's Grill, 56º Restaurant & Grill, LAS BURRAS BEACHOUSE, Restaurante Panorama, Asary Canary Foodison, Restaurante Bellevue and Restaurante Guarapo Tropical.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is clean, has clear water, and is less crowded than other nearby beaches. Visitors enjoy the large waves, the easy access to the boardwalk, and the lower price for sunbeds and umbrellas. However, some visitors complain about the lack of toilets and available chairs/sun beds.

Where to Stay near Burras?

Most visitors to Burras in Maspalomas often choose to stay in nearby San Agustín or Playa del Inglés, which offer a wide range of accommodation options. These areas are conveniently close to Playa de las Burras, making it easy for visitors to enjoy the beach's family-friendly environment and scenic views.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Burras?

Latitude: 27.7664095 / Longitude: -15.5516506

Burras is located in Maspalomas. The following map of Burras shows the exact location.

Burras: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Today at Burras beach is looking like an average beach day. The maximum air temperature will be 24.4 °C. The sea temperature is a comfortable 21.5 °C, ideal for a refreshing dip. Expect moderate cloud cover, so sun protection might still be useful, even if the sun isn't always directly overhead. The waves are calm. The wind will be moderate, so it should be pleasant for sunbathing and other beach activities.
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Air

Low / High16.7°C/24.4°C
Feels Like (High)22.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature21.5 °C
Wave Height0.5 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:41/18:07
Sunshine Hours8.7 hrs
UV Index4.75
Cloud Cover46%
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Wind

Speed13.4 km/h
Gusts22.3 km/h
DirectionNW

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