Residencial Playa Paraíso, sea-view apartments in Costa Calma
Residencial Playa Paraíso is a complex of independent apartments in Costa Calma, on Fuerteventura. It has a pool, a terrace or balcony and a fully equipped kitchen, with sea views and calm. I see it working for couples and families with a car who want to unwind near the beaches, although access is by unpaved track.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Residencial Playa Paraíso is and how to get there
Residencial Playa Paraíso is in Costa Calma, in the municipality of Pájara, on Fuerteventura, on Calle Los Verodes. It sits in a quiet, elevated area near the coast but away from the tourist bustle. It is the kind of place people choose precisely because it is a little apart.
The property's description mentions about six minutes on foot to Playa Esmeralda, and a good base for exploring the beaches of Sotavento and the south of the island. Several guests add an important point: you need a car. There are no bars or shops right next to the building, although by car you can reach a supermarket, pharmacy and restaurants in Costa Calma in a few minutes.
Access is by an unpaved track. Some describe this as a drawback, others say you get there without trouble, because it is watered and stays firm. One guest warns that if you arrive at night it can be hard to find the entrance, so it is best to arrive in daylight.
What the apartments at Residencial Playa Paraíso are like
Residencial Playa Paraíso offers independent apartments, designed for cooking and doing your own thing. Depending on the type you book, you have a terrace or balcony, and some look out over the Atlantic Ocean.
- The kitchen. Complete, with fridge, microwave, hob, toaster, coffee maker and kettle.
- The bathroom and living room. Private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, a lounge area and a flat-screen satellite TV. One guest highlights the pleasant décor and the large windows.
- The extras. Free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, garden or sun terrace and parking nearby. One guest says there are towels, blankets, shower gel and even a toothbrush.
Several reviews also mention the roof terrace, from where they say the views are even better. And a practical detail: the pool has vending machines, useful if you have no shops nearby.
What guests highlight about the complex
On Google, Residencial Playa Paraíso has 4.5 out of 5 from 160 reviews, and almost all of them talk about the same things. That gives me confidence: the praise repeats, rather than being isolated cases.
What comes up most often is the views, with the sunrise from the balcony as the signature image, and the calm of the surroundings. Then come the pool, the cleanliness, the well-kept building and the friendly owner. One couple travelled with their dog and said they enjoyed it a lot when it was not crowded.
It is also appreciated that, though it is secluded, it is very close to Costa Calma and the beaches. Several sum the place up as somewhere to switch off and rest.
What to know before you book
There are drawbacks, and it is better to know them beforehand. The clearest are the dirt track, the need for a car, and the fact that the building, which is very large, does not go unnoticed in the landscape, as one guest points out.
| Best of it | What to know |
|---|---|
| Sea and sunrise views | Access by unpaved track |
| Quiet area with a pool | No bars or shops nearby, you need a car |
| Full kitchen and free Wi-Fi | Large building, tourists and residents share it |
| Beaches nearby | One critical review describes an apartment different from the one expected |
The luck of the draw. One two-star review says they booked two apartments and were given a different layout, with a bathroom that kept blocking and slow hot water. It is an isolated case among many good reviews, but it shows how important it is to make clear which bookings you have and for how many people.
Who Residencial Playa Paraíso is for
I would choose it for couples and for families with a car who want calm, sea and views, and who do not need nightlife. It also suits anyone travelling with a dog, since one guest enjoyed it, although it is worth confirming with the property. It is a good option for people who want to spend their days on the beach and come back to a quiet place.
I would not recommend it to anyone who does not drive, anyone who wants bars and shops within a few steps, or anyone who would be bothered by an unpaved track. Nor is it right for those expecting a hotel with a permanent reception: here we are talking about apartments.
What to do around Costa Calma
Around Costa Calma the plan is beaches. The Sotavento beaches and Playa Esmeralda are the most obvious choices, and snorkelling and windsurfing are practised in the area. For golfers, Jandía Golf is about 22 km away.
Guests also praise the coves with crystal-clear water and white sand. If you are touring the islands and want to compare with another Canarian place to stay, have a look at Casa Nine con Piscina in La Palma.
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