Sol Barbacan is a 4 stars apartments complex, the highest rating given in Canary Island to an apartment complex. The Sol Barbacan Apartments (part of the renowned Melia hotel chain) are situated 500 m from the city centre at Playa del Ingles in a very central location 2 km from the beach on the island paradise of Gran Canaria. This is a terrific value for money complex in the popular resort of Playa del Ingles offering modern amenities and a convenient location next to a wide variety of shops (Kasbah, Metro Plaza Maspalomas), bars and restaurants. The local bus stop is steps from the property and connects you to all points on the island and Playa de Maspalomas beach is 1.5 km from the hotel. Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) is 15 km from the hotel. Local Tips: Golfers will enjoy the Maspalomas Club de Golf located close to the sand dunes within a nature reserve, Salobre Golf and Meloneras Golf, and there are countless other attractions such as water parks, the crocodile park, Sioux City and much more!   Please note the hotel will not accept bookings of minors aged 17 years old or younger unless they are travelling with someone 18 years of age or older. FACILITIES: Food, drink and entertainment: Self catering apartments with Half Board accommodation. The main restaurant offers a buffet with cooking show for breakfast and dinner, and there is the a la carte Restaurant El Portalon, a snack bar, and Don Fernando cocktail bar. There are many shops, restaurants, bars and cafes within walking distance.   Sports, games and activities: Three swimming pools including 2 heated pools and one for children, two whirlpools, sunny terrace area equipped with sun beds, extensive gardens, Mini Club, ping-pong, volleyball, pool tables, lounge, TV room, two lit tennis courts with artificial grass, two lit paddle tennis courts, 9-hole mini-golf course, day and night-time entertainment for adults and children. Professional shows, and sports activities.   Additional: 24 hour reception, hotel safe, bicycle rental, laundry service, washing machine and dryer (with tokens), Wi-Fi Internet access in lobby area, Wi-Fi and computer games in common areas, supermarket, parking. Please note the hotel will not accept bookings of minors aged 17 years old or younger unless they are travelling with someone 18 years of age or older. Please be advised that WiFi in rooms and common areas will be free of charge from Summer 2016.