Tax System in Maspalomas

Personal income tax (IRPF) on worldwide income for residents (>183 days)

Studio Purchase Price (City Center) in Maspalomas

Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €157,500 in Playa del Inglés)

Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) in Maspalomas

Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €105,000 in El Tablero)

1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) in Maspalomas

Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €210,000 in Meloneras/Playa)

1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) in Maspalomas

Approx. €2,800 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €140,000 in San Fernando)

2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) in Maspalomas

Approx. €4,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €320,000)

2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) in Maspalomas

Approx. €2,600 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €208,000)

Corporate Tax in Maspalomas

4% (Special ZEC Zone for specific business activities, standard is 25%)

Dividend Withholding Tax in Maspalomas

19% - 26% for residents; 19% for non-residents (may be lower with treaties)

Highest Income Tax Bracket in Maspalomas

47% (Applicable to income over €300,000)

7% (IGIC - Canary Islands specific General Indirect Tax, lower than mainland VAT)

Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules in Maspalomas

Yes, Spanish CFC rules apply to prevent tax evasion via foreign entities

Property Tax in Maspalomas

IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) - Annual municipal tax approx. 0.5% - 1.1%

Property Transaction Tax in Maspalomas

6.5% Transfer Tax (ITP) for second-hand properties; 7% IGIC + 1% stamp duty for new

Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads in Maspalomas

Beckham Law (Non-residents status) approx. 24% flat tax; Spain Digital Nomad Visa holders benefits

Maspalomas, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Gran Canaria, Spain

Population in Maspalomas

Approximately 35,000 (San Bartolomé de Tirajana municipality is ~84,000)

Internet Speed in Maspalomas

Average 150-300 Mbps (Fiber Optic is widespread)

Currency & Banking in Maspalomas

1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks include BBVA and CaixaBank on Av. de Tirajana

Tap Water in Maspalomas

Safe for hygiene, but most locals prefer bottled water due to high mineral content

230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and F (standard European sockets)

SIM Card in Maspalomas

Orange, Movistar, and Vodafone (Av. de Tirajana). ~€15-20 for 50GB-100GB prepaid

Banking for Expats in Maspalomas

Revolut (widely used), N26, and local BBVA accounts for residents

Accommodation in Maspalomas

Bungalow rentals via Airbnb, Idealista, and Fotocasa; monthly rates €1,200 - €2,200

Cashless Friendly in Maspalomas

Yes, cards and contactless payments accepted in 95% of establishments

Short Term Rentals in Maspalomas

Airbnb and Booking.com; Villa rentals via Gran Canaria Stays starting at €150/night

Budget Accommodation in Maspalomas

Hillview Maspalomas or budget apartments near El Tablero; ~€45-60/night

Best Area to Stay for Tourists in Maspalomas

Meloneras (Luxury/Resorts) and Playa del Inglés (Beaches/Nightlife)

Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads in Maspalomas

San Fernando (Local feel, cheaper groceries) and El Tablero (Quiet, residential)

Best Coworking Space in Maspalomas

SoWorking (Edificio Mercurio, Playa del Inglés) - €15-20/day, €175/month

Best Cafe for Work in Maspalomas

Café de Belén (C. de los Jazmines) - Good WiFi and quiet outdoor seating

Networking Events in Maspalomas

Gran Canaria Digital Nomads (Meetup.com) and bi-weekly events at The House (Las Palmas branch)

Social Events for Expats in Maspalomas

Maspalomas Pride (May), Carnival (Feb/March), and Intercambio groups at 19th Hole (Meloneras)

Best Taxi/Ride App in Maspalomas

PideTaxi (Local app) or Radio Taxi Maspalomas (+34 928 15 47 77). Uber/Cabify not active

Bike/Scooter Rental in Maspalomas

Free Motion (C.C. Kasbah) - E-bikes from €30/day; Moto & Bike Rent (Av. de Tirajana)

Best Beach Nearby in Maspalomas

Maspalomas Dunes and Playa de Maspalomas (Stunning sand dunes/nature reserve)

Top Regional Airline in Maspalomas

Binter Canarias (Connecting to other islands and Africa from LPA Airport)

Top International Airline in Maspalomas

Iberia, Vueling, and Ryanair (LPA - Gran Canaria Airport)

Highway Access in Maspalomas

GC-1 Highway (South to North connection, 30 mins to Las Palmas)

Main Train/Transit Hub in Maspalomas

No trains; Estación de Guaguas Faro de Maspalomas (Main bus hub)

Public Transport Passes in Maspalomas

TransGC Card (Reloadable card for Global buses, 10-20% discount)

Regional Travel in Maspalomas

Global Bus Lines (Blue buses); Route 30 to Las Palmas, Route 91 to Puerto de Mogán

Best Hospital in Maspalomas

Hospiten Roca (San Agustín) - Major private hospital with international staff

Yoga & Wellness Centers in Maspalomas

Be Your Yoga (Playa del Inglés) - €15/class; Om Shanti Yoga (Meloneras)

Gyms & Fitness Centers in Maspalomas

Titan Gym (C.C. Oasis) - €50/month; Holidayworld Maspalomas Health Club

Laundry Services in Maspalomas

Speed Queen (Av. de Gran Canaria) - €5-8 per wash/dry cycle

Best Food Delivery App in Maspalomas

Glovo and Just Eat are the primary services for Maspalomas

Best Local Dish to Try in Maspalomas

Papas Arrugadas con Mojo (Wrinkled potatoes with spicy sauce) - €6-8

Vegan/Vegetarian Options in Maspalomas

BioLoco (C.C. Yumbo) - Vegan burgers and shakes; Aloha 37 (Healthy bowls)

Best Dessert Spots in Maspalomas

Heladería Helamore (Meloneras) - Premium Italian gelato; Pâtisserie de Paris

Affordable Shopping Spots in Maspalomas

Mercado Municipal de San Fernando (Wed/Sat); Mercadona and HiperDino (El Tablero)

Maspalomas Digital Nomad Guide - Tips & Local Information

Business

Tax System: Personal income tax (IRPF) on worldwide income for residents (>183 days)
Studio Purchase Price (City Center): Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €157,500 in Playa del Inglés)
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City): Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €105,000 in El Tablero)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center): Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €210,000 in Meloneras/Playa)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City): Approx. €2,800 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €140,000 in San Fernando)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center): Approx. €4,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €320,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City): Approx. €2,600 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €208,000)
Corporate Tax: 4% (Special ZEC Zone for specific business activities, standard is 25%)
Dividend Withholding Tax: 19% - 26% for residents; 19% for non-residents (may be lower with treaties)
Highest Income Tax Bracket: 47% (Applicable to income over €300,000)
VAT: 7% (IGIC - Canary Islands specific General Indirect Tax, lower than mainland VAT)
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules: Yes, Spanish CFC rules apply to prevent tax evasion via foreign entities
Property Tax: IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) - Annual municipal tax approx. 0.5% - 1.1%
Property Transaction Tax: 6.5% Transfer Tax (ITP) for second-hand properties; 7% IGIC + 1% stamp duty for new
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads: Beckham Law (Non-residents status) approx. 24% flat tax; Spain Digital Nomad Visa holders benefits

Essentials

City: Maspalomas, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Gran Canaria, Spain
Population: Approximately 35,000 (San Bartolomé de Tirajana municipality is ~84,000)
Internet Speed: Average 150-300 Mbps (Fiber Optic is widespread)
Currency & Banking: 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks include BBVA and CaixaBank on Av. de Tirajana
Tap Water: Safe for hygiene, but most locals prefer bottled water due to high mineral content
Power: 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and F (standard European sockets)
SIM Card: Orange, Movistar, and Vodafone (Av. de Tirajana). ~€15-20 for 50GB-100GB prepaid
Banking for Expats: Revolut (widely used), N26, and local BBVA accounts for residents
Accommodation: Bungalow rentals via Airbnb, Idealista, and Fotocasa; monthly rates €1,200 - €2,200
Cashless Friendly: Yes, cards and contactless payments accepted in 95% of establishments
Short Term Rentals: Airbnb and Booking.com; Villa rentals via Gran Canaria Stays starting at €150/night
Budget Accommodation: Hillview Maspalomas or budget apartments near El Tablero; ~€45-60/night
Best Area to Stay for Tourists: Meloneras (Luxury/Resorts) and Playa del Inglés (Beaches/Nightlife)
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads: San Fernando (Local feel, cheaper groceries) and El Tablero (Quiet, residential)

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space: SoWorking (Edificio Mercurio, Playa del Inglés) - €15-20/day, €175/month
Best Cafe for Work: Café de Belén (C. de los Jazmines) - Good WiFi and quiet outdoor seating
Networking Events: Gran Canaria Digital Nomads (Meetup.com) and bi-weekly events at The House (Las Palmas branch)
Social Events for Expats: Maspalomas Pride (May), Carnival (Feb/March), and Intercambio groups at 19th Hole (Meloneras)

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App: PideTaxi (Local app) or Radio Taxi Maspalomas (+34 928 15 47 77). Uber/Cabify not active
Bike/Scooter Rental: Free Motion (C.C. Kasbah) - E-bikes from €30/day; Moto & Bike Rent (Av. de Tirajana)
Best Beach Nearby: Maspalomas Dunes and Playa de Maspalomas (Stunning sand dunes/nature reserve)
Top Regional Airline: Binter Canarias (Connecting to other islands and Africa from LPA Airport)
Top International Airline: Iberia, Vueling, and Ryanair (LPA - Gran Canaria Airport)
Highway Access: GC-1 Highway (South to North connection, 30 mins to Las Palmas)
Main Train/Transit Hub: No trains; Estación de Guaguas Faro de Maspalomas (Main bus hub)
Public Transport Passes: TransGC Card (Reloadable card for Global buses, 10-20% discount)
Regional Travel: Global Bus Lines (Blue buses); Route 30 to Las Palmas, Route 91 to Puerto de Mogán

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital: Hospiten Roca (San Agustín) - Major private hospital with international staff
Yoga & Wellness Centers: Be Your Yoga (Playa del Inglés) - €15/class; Om Shanti Yoga (Meloneras)
Gyms & Fitness Centers: Titan Gym (C.C. Oasis) - €50/month; Holidayworld Maspalomas Health Club
Laundry Services: Speed Queen (Av. de Gran Canaria) - €5-8 per wash/dry cycle

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App: Glovo and Just Eat are the primary services for Maspalomas
Best Local Dish to Try: Papas Arrugadas con Mojo (Wrinkled potatoes with spicy sauce) - €6-8
Vegan/Vegetarian Options: BioLoco (C.C. Yumbo) - Vegan burgers and shakes; Aloha 37 (Healthy bowls)
Best Dessert Spots: Heladería Helamore (Meloneras) - Premium Italian gelato; Pâtisserie de Paris
Affordable Shopping Spots: Mercado Municipal de San Fernando (Wed/Sat); Mercadona and HiperDino (El Tablero)
E-commerce/Online Store: Amazon.es (Shipping to Canary Islands takes 3-7 days due to customs)
Grocery Delivery: Mercadona Online (Fee €7.21) and Carrefour.es
Bar/Nightlife Area: Yumbo Centrum (Famous LGBTQ+ hub) and C.C. Kasbah (Playa del Inglés)
Local Brewery: Tropical (Local beer) and Texeda (Craft beer from nearby mountain village Te Jeda)
Wine Bars: El Senador (Beachfront Meloneras) - Excellent local Canarian Malvasía wines
Street Food Stalls: Nomad Gastro Market (Holidayworld Maspalomas) - Indoor food hall with 20+ stalls
Popular International Cuisine: Samsara (Fusion/Asian near Faro); Rimini (Italian at Av. de Tirajana)

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks: Dunas de Maspalomas (Protected dunes), Faro de Maspalomas (Lighthouse)
Museums & Art Venues: Mundo Aborigen (Guerrero, Fataga road) – Pre-Hispanic history museum
Historical Sites: Casa Condal San Fernando (Heritage house/cultural center)
Religious Sites: Templo Ecuménico de El Salvador (Playa del Inglés)
Annual Events: Maspalomas Soul Festival (San Agustín, July), Winter Pride (November)
Cultural Districts: San Fernando de Maspalomas (Authentic residential cultural hub)
Theater Venues: Expomeloneras (Convention center for major shows and concerts)
Local Markets: Market San Fernando (Wednesdays and Saturdays, 08:00–14:00)
Music Scene: Tipsy Hammock (Live music beachfront), 19th Hole (Meloneras live bands)
Street Art: Murals around El Tablero and San Fernando primary schools
Cooking Classes: Hestia (Las Palmas - 45 mins away) offers Canarian cookery sessions
Art Galleries: Centro Cultural de Maspalomas (Rotating local art exhibits)
Historic Buildings: Faro de Maspalomas (Built 1890, iconic maritime architecture)
Local Heritage: The 'Palo Canario' (Stick fighting) and Lucha Canaria (Wrestling) demonstrations

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes: Palmitos Park (Botanical/Zoolgocial park), Fataga Valley (The 'Grand Canyon' of Gran Canaria)
National Parks Nearby: Tamadaba Natural Park (1 hour drive); Pilancones Natural Park (Accessible from the south)
Cycling/Walking Paths: Paseo Marítimo (Meloneras to San Agustín), Ayagaures road for road cycling
Scenic Viewpoints: Mirador de las Dunas (Near Riu Palace Maspalomas)
Birdwatching Locations: La Charca de Maspalomas (Lagoon hosting migratory birds)
Bonfire-Friendly Spots: Strictly regulated; only permitted in designated BBQ zones like Presa de las Niñas

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service: Correos (Av. de Tirajana); SEUR; DHL (Meloneras)
Tech Repair Services: Informática Mogán (San Fernando); Movil-Sat Maspalomas
Table Tennis Spots: Holidayworld Maspalomas Fun Park
Language Classes: El Capitan Spanish School (C.C. Eurocenter) - Intensive courses from €180
Libraries & Study Spots: Biblioteca Municipal de Maspalomas (San Fernando)
Community Centers: Centro Sociocultural de Mayores (San Fernando)
Gaming Lounges: The Game Zone (Holidayworld Maspalomas)
Casino & Gaming Halls: Gran Casino Costa Meloneras (Hotel Lopesan Costa Meloneras)

Maspalomas digital nomad guide