The Santa Catalina Hotel is situated in the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, in the residential area of Ciudad Jardín, among the Doramas tropical gardens and only a few meters away from the Pueblo Canario where you can enjoy a variety of leisure activities. Offering classical luxury in a wonderful location with museums, shopping and a good beach within easy reach, this 5 Star vacation haven has been declared an historical artistic monument and features standard and superior guestrooms and junior suites offering modern amenities and excellent service. The local bus stop is near the property and connects you to all points on the island.   Getting to the hotel: Las Palmas Airport is 22 km from the hotel.   Local Tips: The hotel is 200 m from the Yacht Harbour with restaurants, a shopping centre, and outdoor cafés. The city has lovely beaches on its two shores (Canteras and Alcaravaneras), both of them with wide promenades.   Please note: Rates and conditions are valid for EU passport holders only. FACILITIES:Food, drink and entertainment: Bed and breakfast accommodation with an option for Half Board. The Las Tortugas Patio serves a delicious breakfast, while the award-winning La Terraza Restaurant offers delicious a la carte creations. The Carabela Bar is next to the hotel lobby and the main terrace perfect for a good coffee or delicious cocktails and relaxation abounds at the pool bar for snacks and drinks. Sports, games and activities: Outdoor swimming pool and solarium, sun beds, umbrellas, paddle and nextdoor tennis courts. Guests (min. 16 years old)  access to the Spa Centre Agua Vital with a large gym, indoor pool, overhead and underwater jet massage, Jacuzzis, saunas, Turkish baths and specific areas for against the current swimming (facilities are available with a charge). A wide range of beauty and relaxation treatments is also available with charge. Additional: 24 hour reception, currency exchange, organized excursions, car rental desk, laundry service,  Free Wi-Fi Internet throughout the hotel, high speed WiFi (charged), room service, free safe in room, several conference rooms, catering services, business services, honeymoon added value with free bottle of wine in room and fruit basket, room upgrade subject to availability, parking.  Gala Meals available for Christmas Day, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve with supplement (mandatory only New Year's Eve). SPECIAL OFFERS:Special Offer For guest booking from 27.08.13 - 31.10.14, staying between 01.05.14 - 31.10.14 only. Guest will receive the following Free use of WIFI, Free use of safe in room, Free shuttle bus to Las Canteras beach, special rates Tennis club Gran Canaria next to hotel, Free welcome drink in Casino Las Palmas. Spa Centre For guest booking from 27.08.13 - 31.10.14, staying between 01.05.14 - 31.10.14 only. Guests receive Free entrance to Hotel spa centre (adult's only min 16yrs)