Hotel Riu Oliva Beach Resort Corralejo, Spain: Where to Stay
Resort · Canary Islands · Fuerteventura · Spain
If you searched for the Hotel Riu Oliva Beach Resort in Corralejo, Spain, you already know where you want to be: the northern tip of Fuerteventura, a coastal town of around 13,600 people with sand on its doorstep. Playa de la Goleta sits right in town, Corralejo Viejo and Las Clavellinas are within a mile, and Lobos Island lies about 3 miles offshore. Fuerteventura airport, with direct flights from the UK, is a 27-minute drive. Below I explain how the town's stays differ, what to look for, and how to book. You can check live hotel prices for that name and every other stay in town on this page.
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- Playa de la Goleta lies right in Corralejo, with Corralejo Viejo and Las Clavellinas under a mile away.
- Fuerteventura airport is 27 minutes by road, with direct flights from the United Kingdom.
- Highs run from 21°C in February to 28°C in August, with rain on few days.
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CorralejoProvincia de Las Palmas
17 sights · 27 min from FUE · on the coast
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Corralejo is a single coastal town rather than a string of separate resorts, so the real choice is which end of it you sleep in. The heart of town sits around Playa de la Goleta, with Corralejo Viejo, Las Clavellinas, Playa Vista Lobos and Las Lajas de Punta Prieta all within about half a mile. Stay here and you can walk to the beach, the shops and the ferry port, which is around half a mile from the centre.
Further out, El Charco de Bristol is a little over a mile away, El Bajo Negro and Playa del Pozo about 2 miles, and Playa de la Concha around 2.5 miles. Beyond them, Corralejo Natural Park begins roughly 3 miles from town, with Playa de los Matos, Playa del Moro and the long stretch listed as Beautiful Sandy Beach between 3 and 4 miles out. Staying on that side trades the walk into town for quicker access to the protected coastline.
What kind of stay to expect
Our data does not break Corralejo's stays down by type, so I will not pretend to. What the geography tells you is useful enough: the stays closest to Playa de la Goleta and the harbour suit travellers who want to walk everywhere and catch the boat to Lobos Island, while those towards the Natural Park suit people who mostly want the beach and do not mind a short drive or taxi into town.
If you are travelling as a couple and want peace by the pool, filter the live results for an adults only hotel in Corralejo, Fuerteventura. Families should look instead at properties near the town beaches, where the walk back for lunch or a nap is short. If you have a specific name in mind, such as the Hotel Riu Oliva Beach Resort in Corralejo, Fuerteventura, Spain, search for it in the price panel and compare it side by side with its neighbours.
Booking tips for UK travellers
Most British visitors book Corralejo as a package: flight, hotel and transfer together. Fuerteventura airport has direct flights from the UK and the drive north takes about 27 minutes, so transfers are short. You can compare package deals from Jet2holidays, TUI, loveholidays and On the Beach here, alongside live hotel prices if you prefer to book the room on its own. Check the board basis carefully, as room only, half board and all inclusive change what a stay really costs once you add meals.
The climate makes this a year-round destination, with January highs of 22°C and August highs of 28°C, so there is no true low season to chase. Prices still rise during UK school holidays, so travelling outside them usually gives more choice. If you want to explore beyond the town, car hire can be compared on this page too, and tours and tickets are listed for trips such as the boat to Lobos Island.
When to go to Corralejo
January to December: daytime highs between 21°C and 28°C with little rain.
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- 25°CJun7 mm
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- 27°CSept5 mm
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- 22°CDec10 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
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Questions people ask
What is the best beach in Corralejo, Fuerteventura?
It depends on what you want. Playa de la Goleta is right in town, with Corralejo Viejo and Las Clavellinas within a mile. For more space, the beaches inside Corralejo Natural Park, such as Playa de los Matos and Playa del Moro, lie 3 to 4 miles out.
How far is Corralejo from Fuerteventura airport?
The drive from Fuerteventura airport (FUE) to Corralejo takes about 27 minutes. The airport has direct flights from the United Kingdom, which keeps package transfers short and makes the town an easy arrival after a morning flight.
Can you visit Lobos Island from Corralejo?
Yes. Lobos Island, an uninhabited volcanic island and protected natural park, lies about 3 miles from Corralejo, with the Punta Martiño Lighthouse around 4 miles away. The ferry port is in town, and tours and tickets can be compared on this page.
What is the weather like in Corralejo in winter?
Mild and mostly dry. January sees highs of around 22°C and lows of 16°C, with about one rain day. February is the wettest month, though still only around six rain days, and December highs sit near 22°C.
Are there adults only hotels in Corralejo?
You can search for an adults only hotel in Corralejo, Fuerteventura using the live hotel prices on this page. Filter the results to see what is offered for your dates, then compare locations near the town beaches or towards the Natural Park.