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Nomad score 6.7/10

27.7528, -15.5971 Atlantic/Canary #2350

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Researched Updated Oct 26, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About scores

Scores run from 0 to 10, where 10 is best for a remote worker and 5 is an average city.

Cost & Affordability

7 factors · average 5.9
Cost of Living 4.3 Weight 150

A furnished resort stay is relatively expensive; the researched monthly budget is close to Los Cristianos and above Las Palmas. 1

Evidence

The 26 October city cost basket totals $3,576/month, versus Las Palmas $2,674 and Los Cristianos $3,576; listings show one-bedroom rents of €1,100–€1,300.

Accommodation Cost 3.3 Weight 80

Furnished housing carries a resort premium, with seasonal restrictions on many listings. 1

Evidence

ThinkSpain lists one-bedroom units at €1,100 and €1,300/month; the city basket budgets $1,820/month for nomad housing, equal to Los Cristianos.

Food & Groceries 6.1 Weight 40

Food remains moderately priced when choosing simple cafes, while eating out regularly raises the monthly budget. 10

Evidence

Calma lists coffee with milk €2, sandwiches €9 and quinoa salads €13.50; city basket groceries $175 and dining $920/month for a nomad.

Transportation Cost 7.0 Weight 20

Buses offer affordable airport access; visitor fares differ from resident discounts. 5

Evidence

Global publishes a €4.05 direct-payment fare between the airport and Faro de Maspalomas.

Entertainment Cost 5.8 Weight 15

Going out has a moderate cost; resort drinks and paid attractions add up. 10

Evidence

Calma lists 0.33-litre Tropical beer €2.50, wine €4.50 and cocktails €7.50–€8.50; city leisure budget $340/month.

Gym Membership Cost 5.6 Weight 10

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Currency Stability 9.1 Weight 30

The euro provides a major shared currency, though its exchange rate against the dollar moves. 17

Evidence

ECB dates the euro to 1999 and euro cash to 2002; the Spain prep fixes €0.8909 per dollar on 19 October 2026 for this run.

Digital Nomad Essentials

6 factors · average 7.1
Internet Speed 8.2 Weight 100

LifeCowork advertises 1 Gb fibre, but a representative city broadband measurement was not obtained; the score remains an unverified estimate. 2

Low confidence
Coworking Spaces Availability 6.6 Weight 40

LifeCowork and We Love Coworking provide dedicated workspaces; the choice is smaller than in major cities. 2 3

Evidence

LifeCowork is in Eurocenter; We Love Coworking advertises a 600-square-metre Maspalomas space.

Cafes with WiFi 7.3 Weight 30

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes 6.4 Weight 30

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Digital Nomad Popularity 5.6 Weight 100

Maspalomas has a smaller remote-worker community than Las Palmas; current numbers are unavailable. 18

Low confidence
Evidence

Live it up describes small communities in Maspalomas and Agaete, with most island members in Las Palmas; membership reference is January 2024.

Local SIM Card Availability 8.4 Weight 25

National prepaid SIM and eSIM products make mobile access straightforward; identification is required. 15

Evidence

Orange Prepago 10 offers SIM or eSIM and a €10 tariff with 60 GB plus 20 GB extra; Spain prep documents identification at activation.

Quality of Life

6 factors · average 7.6
Work-Life Balance 8.3 Weight 30

Beach access, leisure attractions and flexible workspace access support a relaxed work routine. 2 9

Evidence

LifeCowork advertises 24-hour access by reservation and a ten-minute walk to Playa del Inglés; Holiday World lists rides, games and dining.

Environmental Quality 8.0 Weight 15

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Cleanliness 7.6 Weight 10

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Language Barrier 6.0 Weight 30

English is useful in the resort areas, while Spanish helps outside visitor services. 12

Evidence

Wikivoyage says English and German are heard in tourist areas, while Spanish is the official language.

Air Quality 7.8 Weight 15

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Family Friendly 8.0 Weight 25

Family activities and local emergency care support stays with children; schooling was not checked. 4 9

Evidence

Holiday World lists more than 30 rides, bowling and an arcade; Hospiten Roca advertises pediatric specialists every day.

Healthcare

3 factors · average 7.9
Healthcare Quality 7.9 Weight 20

Hospiten Roca offers a broad range of specialist care and emergency services nearby. 4

Evidence

The hospital lists 87 beds, 15 ICU beds, four operating rooms and 27 consultation rooms in San Agustín.

Healthcare Affordability 7.8 Weight 25

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Healthcare 7.9 Weight 20

Local private hospital care is accessible, but visitors should check insurance and public-care eligibility. 4 14

Evidence

Hospiten Roca has a 24-hour emergency service; FCDO says GHIC/EHIC cards apply to necessary state care and are not accepted at private hospitals.

Climate & Environment

6 factors · average 6.6
Weather 8.5 Weight 80

Warm winters and mostly dry summers support a high annual comfort score, with occasional heat and storm spells. 11

Evidence

The AEMET-attributed Maspalomas 2009–2025 table gives average highs 21.5°C in January and 29.9°C in August, with 67.9 mm annual precipitation.

Natural Disaster Risk 8.3 Weight 10

Storm and heavy-rain episodes occur; the inherited risk score awaits a local multi-hazard assessment. 21

Low confidence
Evidence

Local report dated 21 October 2026 describes thunderstorms in Maspalomas and regional rain forecasts up to 15 mm/hour.

Green Spaces 5.9 Weight 10

The dunes reserve includes a palm grove and bird lagoon; this is an arid landscape rather than extensive leafy parks. 8

Evidence

Municipal tourism describes more than 400 hectares of dunes, the brackish La Charca lagoon and a palm grove.

Air Conditioning 7.8 Weight 15

Air conditioning appears in many advertised furnished properties; confirm it for the specific rental. 1

Evidence

ThinkSpain one-bedroom €1,100 seasonal duplex and €1,200 long-term bungalow both list air conditioning.

Seasonal Variety 3.6 Weight 10

Seasonal changes are modest compared with mainland Spain, despite warmer summers and milder winters. 11

Evidence

Maspalomas climate table gives monthly means of 18.6°C in January and 26.1°C in August for 2009–2025, a 7.5°C annual span.

Noise Pollution 5.4 Weight 10

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Culture & Entertainment

6 factors · average 6.8
Culture 6.2 Weight 20

The resort has local heritage but less cultural depth than major Spanish cities. 11

Evidence

Maspalomas developed through a 1961 tourism plan; its 56-metre lighthouse was completed in 1890.

Nightlife 7.3 Weight 15

Yumbo in Playa del Inglés offers a substantial concentration of bars and clubs. 12

Evidence

Wikivoyage describes dozens of restaurants, bars and clubs at Yumbo, with dance bars on the upper floors.

Outdoors & Nature 8.9 Weight 15

Dunes, the lagoon and beaches offer distinctive nature nearby, with mountain excursions farther inland. 8 12

Evidence

Municipal tourism lists over 400 hectares of dunes and a migratory-bird lagoon; island guide describes mountain hiking in the biosphere reserve.

Language Learning Opportunities 5.5 Weight 10

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Local Experiences & Tours 7.4 Weight 10

Boat trips, diving and nature outings provide varied visitor experiences. 12

Evidence

Wikivoyage lists south-coast dive centres and near-Maspalomas boat trips to reefs and wreck sites.

Indoors Fun 5.3 Weight 10

Bowling, escape rooms, karaoke and arcade games provide options beyond the beach. 9

Evidence

Holiday World advertises a bowling alley, escape rooms, karaoke booths and an amusement arcade within its 11,000-square-metre complex.

Food & Fitness

4 factors · average 6.8
Food Scene 7.0 Weight 25

International and Canarian dining offer good variety for a resort; this review did not assess restaurant quality. 10 12

Evidence

Island guide lists Canarian dishes and Italian restaurants around Maspalomas and Meloneras; Calma has brunch, vegetarian and vegan menus.

Yoga Studios 6.5 Weight 10

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Fitness Facilities 6.7 Weight 15

Dedicated fitness facilities supplement hotel gyms, although the full local inventory was not checked. 9

Evidence

Holiday World explicitly includes a gym among its leisure facilities.

Healthy Food Options 6.8 Weight 15

Vegetarian, vegan and lighter meals are available in the resort. 10

Evidence

Calma lists vegan tofu toast €7, a vegan quinoa and chickpea salad €13.50 and vegan fajitas €11.

Work Environment

5 factors · average 5.9
Time Zone Favorability 7.8 Weight 20

The Canary time zone supports European working hours; the score was retained without a new assessment of international working-hour overlap.

Low confidence
Networking Opportunities 4.8 Weight 25

Coworking provides small-scale professional contacts; this review found no current citywide event calendar. 2 3

Low confidence
Evidence

LifeCowork monthly passes include community and networking; We Love Coworking advertises events in Maspalomas.

Remote Job Opportunities 4.6 Weight 20

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Freelance Ecosystem 4.7 Weight 20

Dedicated workspaces provide some freelancer support; local client and advisory services were not checked. 2

Low confidence
Evidence

LifeCowork markets fixed desks, meeting rooms and monthly passes specifically to local freelancers.

Coworking Quality 7.4 Weight 30

LifeCowork offers strong practical facilities, including bookable meeting rooms and flexible access. 2

Evidence

Operator publishes symmetric 1 Gb fibre, ergonomic desks, optional monitors, meeting rooms for six or twelve and 24-hour entry by prior arrangement.

Business & Economy

3 factors · average 5.4
Startup Scene 3.7 Weight 15

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Local Payment Services 7.9 Weight 10

Cards and mobile payment infrastructure are well established nationally; carry some cash for smaller purchases. 16

Evidence

European Payments Council May 2024 sheet reports contactless above 80% of Spanish card transactions and 26.4 million Bizum users.

Blockchain & Crypto Adoption 4.7 Weight 15

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Transportation

7 factors · average 6.3
Airport Connectivity 7.8 Weight 30

Gran Canaria airport provides international access, with a direct bus connection to the resort. 5 12

Evidence

Global advertises airport–Faro lines 66/90, €4.05 and 40 minutes; island guide describes connections mainly to Europe and northern Africa.

Public Transit 5.9 Weight 20

Global buses connect the resort, airport and Las Palmas; coverage depends on route and hour. 6 7

Evidence

Line 66 has hourly daily airport departures 07:30–20:30; line 30 links Santa Catalina and Faro with multiple weekday daytime departures per hour.

Walkability 7.3 Weight 20

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Ride-sharing Services 4.6 Weight 15

Local taxis offer online booking and telephone dispatch; app-based fleet choice was not verified. 20

Low confidence
Evidence

Taxi Maspalomas cooperative advertises online reservations and a 24-hour taxi service.

Cycling 5.0 Weight 10

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Intercity Travel Options 5.8 Weight 15

Direct buses reach Las Palmas and the airport; longer journeys depend on island flights or ferries. 7 12

Evidence

Global line 30 connects Santa Catalina with Faro de Maspalomas; Wikivoyage states that Gran Canaria has no trains.

Scooter/Bike Rental Availability 7.5 Weight 10

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Connectivity

4 factors · average 8.2
Mobile Network Coverage 8.7 Weight 20

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
VPN Reliability 8.7 Weight 20

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Power Grid Reliability 8.8 Weight 15

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Public WiFi Availability 6.6 Weight 10

Shared hotspots are listed at hotels and restaurants, but current access and performance need checking. 19

Low confidence
Evidence

WiFi Map lists La Piazza at Anexo II and Palm Oasis Maspalomas; its 176-hotspot heading also includes other towns and private networks.

Digital Nomad Community

3 factors · average 6.3
Nomad Friendly 7.5 Weight 50

Dedicated workspaces and an island community make remote stays practical, although resort housing is expensive. 2 18

Evidence

LifeCowork sells daily and four-week passes; Live it up documents a Maspalomas Slack channel while placing most members in Las Palmas.

Nomad Events & Meetups 5.9 Weight 25

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Online Community Presence 5.6 Weight 20

An island community has a dedicated Maspalomas channel; current city-specific activity is unverified. 18

Low confidence
Evidence

Live it up article dated April 2023, with January 2024 membership reference, names a dedicated Slack channel for Maspalomas.

Safety & Tolerance

3 factors · average 8.2
Safety 8.5 Weight 100

The resort generally supports safe stays, with precautions for theft and nightlife. 12 13

Evidence

Island guide describes relatively little resort crime but warns about unattended beach valuables; FCDO warns of street theft and distraction scams.

Female Friendly 8.1 Weight 50

Solo women can use established visitor services, while taking standard nightlife precautions. 13

Evidence

FCDO says attacks including sexual assaults are rare but occur, and advises against unattended drinks and isolated departures with strangers.

Racial Tolerance 8.0 Weight 50

Inherited estimate; this factor was not independently verified in this light review.

Low confidence

About these scores

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 26, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

Compared with A Coruna, Adeje, Agaete, Alicante, Almeria, Altea, Arrecife, Barcelona, Begur, Belorado, Benidorm, Bilbao, Cadaques, Cadiz, Ciutadella, Córdoba, Corralejo, Costa Adeje, Denia, El Cotillo, El Hierro, El Medano, Estepona, Famara, Formentera, Fuengirola, Fuerteventura, Genalguacil, Gijón, Girona, Granada, Huelva, Ibiza, Javea, Jerez de la Frontera, La Gomera, La Laguna, La Orotava, La Palma, Lanzarote, Las Palmas, Laxe, Lloret de Mar, Los Cristianos, Lugo, Madrid, Mahon, Málaga, Marbella, Murcia, Lisbon, Porto, Paris, Rome, Athens, Berlin, Limassol, Split, Hanoi, Chiang Mai, Zurich, London, New York

  1. Maspalomas furnished and seasonal rental listingsListings
  2. LifeCowork Maspalomas facilities and passesOfficial
  3. We Love Coworking Maspalomas workspaceOfficial
  4. Hospiten Roca hospital and emergency careOfficial
  5. Global airport transfers to Faro de MaspalomasOfficial
  6. Global line 66 daily airport timetableOfficial
  7. Global line 30 Las Palmas to Faro de MaspalomasOfficial
  8. Municipal guide to the dunes, lagoon and palm groveOfficial
  9. Holiday World Maspalomas attractions and gymOfficial
  10. Calma Cafe Maspalomas brunch and vegan menuShop
  11. Maspalomas town, heritage and climate tableReference
  12. Gran Canaria language, resort nightlife and transportSecondary
  13. FCDO Spain crime and personal safety guidanceOfficial
  14. FCDO eligibility for state care and private treatmentOfficial
  15. Orange prepaid SIM and eSIM tariffOfficial
  16. European Payments Council Spanish payment landscape, May 2024Official
  17. ECB introduction to the euroOfficial
  18. Live it up community channels for Maspalomas and AgaeteCommunity
  19. WiFi Map Maspalomas hotel and restaurant hotspotsCommunity
  20. Taxi Maspalomas online booking and telephone dispatchOfficial
  21. Maspalomas thunderstorm and rain report, 21 October 2026Secondary
  22. FCDO Schengen short visits and separate work rulesOfficial
  23. PwC Spanish resident income taxation and 2026 withholding scaleSecondary
  24. RSF Spain World Press Freedom Index 2026Index
  25. World Bank political stability series for SpainIndex
  26. Spain consular international telework visa, inherited country researchOfficial

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Accommodation cost 4.9 3.3
    • Cost of living 6 4.3
    • Coworking quality 5.7 7.4
    • Digital nomad visa availability 8 8.4
    • Freedom of speech 8.5 7.5
    3 more changes
    • Political stability 8.1 5.7
    • Tax friendliness 5.7 5.3
    • Visa ease 7.1 7

    Light review added category sources, comparison cities and confidence limits, and corrected unsupported service descriptions (lifecowork.es).

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