La Bussola
Self-catering simplicity in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, from €57.
A place to stay in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
La Bussola is a small hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria with a practical lean toward guests who want to cook for themselves. Rooms have in-room kitchen setups, and a shared kitchen with stovetop, toaster, and kitchenware handles anything more ambitious. A terrace and sun deck give outdoor space without leaving the property. With a guest rating of 6.7/10 across 289 reviews, and staff who speak English, Spanish, and Italian, this is a no-frills base at a low entry price. Guests staying longer than a night or two tend to get the most from the self-catering setup.
Is this stay right for you?
A compact, self-catering hotel with basic rooms, a shared kitchen, terrace, and sun deck — straightforward and priced accordingly.
Best for
- Budget-conscious solo travellers
- Guests planning to self-cater
- Longer stays on a tight budget
- Italian, Spanish, or English speakers
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting hotel services such as a restaurant or bar
- Those needing large rooms
Terrace and sun deck
The property has a terrace with outdoor furniture and a separate sun deck with beach loungers. Both give guests somewhere to sit outside without going out. It is a modest but genuinely usable outdoor area for a city hotel at this price point.
Self-catering kitchen facilities
A shared kitchen includes a stovetop, toaster, kitchenware, and a dining area. Guests who prefer cooking over eating out every night will find everything they need to prepare straightforward meals without relying on nearby restaurants.
Room character and layout
Rooms run from 19 to 22 square metres. The Deluxe Double picks up a side sea view alongside a city outlook, while the Double with Garden View faces the garden. All rooms have flat-screen TVs with streaming services including Netflix.
The rooms
Standard Double Room
19.0 m² · 1 full bed
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
22.0 m² · 1 full bed
- Sea view
- City view
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Double Room with Garden View
22.0 m² · 1 queen bed
- Garden view
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
What sets it apart
Inside La Bussola
Amenities at La Bussola
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower
- Baggage storage
- Designated smoking area
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Batería de San Juan at 150 m; the nearest bus station, Estación de guaguas El Teatro, is 1.6 km away.
Things to do nearby
- Batería de San Juanhistoric site150 m
- Cementerio Ingléshistoric site290 m
- Iglesia de San Joséplace of worship420 m
- Ermita de Nuestra Señora de los Reyesplace of worship890 m
- El Museo Canariomuseum1.0 km
Getting around
- Estación de guaguas El Teatrobus station1.6 km
- San Telmo bus stationbus station2.0 km
As-the-crow-flies distances from the property · © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 289 reviews, guests score La Bussola 6.7/10. The location, facilities, and comfort are called out as the stronger points of a stay here. The self-catering setup and outdoor terrace appear to suit guests who want independence over hotel services. Staff communicate in English, Spanish, and Italian.
- Host7.4
- Facilities7.6
- Cleanliness7.8
- Comfort7.5
- Value For Money7.2
- Location4.7
- Free Wifi7.5
Reviews scoring 9–10: 5 · average 9.4
They wrote about: cleanliness, location, comfort
Reviews scoring 7–9: 11 · average 7.7
They wrote about: cleanliness, room, bathroom
Reviews scoring 5–7: 2 · average 5
They wrote about: cleanliness, room, staff
Reviews scoring Under 5: 2 · average 2
They wrote about: location, cleanliness, bathroom
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Summarised from what guests wrote on Booking partner websites.
Before you book
The fine print
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
- Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 9:00 AM.
Questions & answers
Where exactly is La Bussola located?
La Bussola is in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, in the Canary Islands. The city is the largest in the archipelago, and the hotel is centrally placed for getting around by public transport or on foot.
How much does a room cost?
Rooms start from €57 per night. Prices will vary by room type and date — check directly or through your preferred booking platform for live availability.
Is there WiFi at the hotel?
Yes. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and in every room.
Can I cook my own meals at La Bussola?
Yes. There is a shared kitchen with a stovetop, toaster, kitchenware, and a dining area. All rooms also have in-room kitchen facilities, making self-catering a practical option.
Does the hotel have outdoor space?
Yes. There is a terrace with outdoor furniture and a sun deck with beach loungers. Both are shared spaces available to all guests.
What room types are available?
Three room types: a Standard Double Room (19 m², full bed), a Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View (22 m², full bed), and a Double Room with Garden View (22 m², queen bed). All have private bathrooms and free WiFi.
Which rooms have a sea view?
The Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View has both a sea view and a city view. The Standard Double and the Garden View room do not include a sea-facing outlook.
Is there private check-in and check-out?
Yes. La Bussola has private check-in and check-out. If you have specific arrival time questions, contact the property directly before your stay.
Can I store luggage at the hotel?
Yes. Baggage storage is available at the property, which is useful if you arrive before your room is ready or need to leave bags after check-out.
Is the hotel non-smoking?
La Bussola is a smoke-free property with non-smoking rooms throughout. There is a designated smoking area for guests who smoke.
What languages does the staff speak?
Staff at La Bussola speak English, Spanish, and Italian.
Is there parking at the hotel?
Parking is not listed among the hotel's facilities. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has public parking options in the city, but we recommend checking directly with the hotel before arrival if this is a priority.