Pajara

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Pajara featuring tranquil scenes and desert views
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Pajara which includes a church or cathedral

Move through this area’s small villages to discover scenic beaches, hiking paths, dunes and an active local fishing community.

Pajara, the largest municipality on the island of Fuerteventura, contains several picturesque resort villages and a natural park. Visit the sand dunes and sprawling beaches on the coast of this large region and learn about local customs farther inland. 

Morro Jable, once a quiet fishing village, has now developed into a beach haven. Here, find Playa de Cofete, a stunning stretch of golden sand with coastal cliffs looming overhead. Travel by bus or car along a dirt track to reach the unspoiled terrain. Try not to look down as you speed around the corners of mountains. Morro Jable has several beaches and an old town center where you can eat fresh seafood meals after watching locals catch fish.

Make your way northeast to Jandía to find the Faro de Jandía. The village lighthouse is set in a spacious area with very few crowds. Contemplate the stillness while you stare at the ocean. 

Playa de Sotavento is the highlight of the Jandía area. This beach is remarkably long and wide, which means you can find your own space to sit and enjoy a family picnic. Stroll through the dunes for that desert feeling before cooling down in the ocean. Strong winds provide ideal surfing conditions.

As you move farther northeast along the coast, the beach continues with picturesque lagoons occasionally breaking up the sand. Eventually, you will reach Costa Calma, a resort town that developed rapidly in the 1970s.

Pajara receives plenty of sunshine year-round and temperatures that soar above the average for the rest of the island.

The local language is Spanish, although the region is a hotspot for German tourists.

Pajara takes up the southwestern portion of the island, incorporating Jandía, Morro Jable and several other villages. A bus or taxi journey from Fuerteventura Airport will take slightly more than an hour to cover about 50 miles (80 kilometers). 

Sand dunes, surfing and sun are among the many reasons to visit Pajara.

Where to stay in Pajara

Sotavento de Jandia Beach showing general coastal views and windsurfing as well as an individual male

Costa Calma

Costa Calma is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Costa Calma Beach and Sotavento de Jandia Beach while you're in town.

Costa Calma
Royal Palm Resort & Spa - Adults Only

Royal Palm Resort & Spa - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Avda. de los Pueblos sn, Esquinzo - Jandia, Pajara, Las Palmas
The price is P10,666 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
P10,666
P11,413 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Pajara. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (348 reviews)
Great place
"The staff was very professional and in our demand. The place is splendid and heavenly, the rooms were very neat and clean"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Royal Palm Resort & Spa - Adults Only
Hotel Fuerteventura Princess

Hotel Fuerteventura Princess

4 out of 5
Gran Canaria 13 ( Urb. Butihondo ), Pajara, Fuerteventura
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Pajara. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (224 reviews)
"Staff not the friendliest but wasn’t there to make friends. Foods limited which lacks variety. Premium drinks not included in all inclusive. Adult pool area lovely but needs a maintenance."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Hotel Fuerteventura Princess
H10 Playa Esmeralda - Adults Only

H10 Playa Esmeralda - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Calle Punta del Roquito, 2, Pajara, Fuerteventura
The price is P11,237 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P11,237
P12,023 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Pajara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sotavento de Jandia Beach and Oasis Park ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)
"Lovely food, quite beautiful hotel, staff more than okay. We had all inclusive for a week and i genuinely recommend this to anyone. Not much to do around it apart from going to beaches, but such is the landscape of the island. For relaxing, soaking in the sun it's more than perfect."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

H10 Playa Esmeralda - Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Esquinzo Y Monte Del Mar

Aparthotel Esquinzo Y Monte Del Mar

3 out of 5
Calle Escanfraga, Pajara, Las Palmas
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Pajara. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Esquinzo Beach and Las Gaviotas beach are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (87 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025

Aparthotel Esquinzo Y Monte Del Mar
Hotel Esmeralda Maris by LIVVO

Hotel Esmeralda Maris by LIVVO

4 out of 5
Calle Punta del Roquito, 1, Costa Calma, Pajara, Fuerteventura
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Pajara. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (176 reviews)
"Lots of privacy a good plus. Food was moderate. Enjoyed the stay"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Hotel Esmeralda Maris by LIVVO
BLUESEA Jandia Luz

BLUESEA Jandia Luz

3 out of 5
Avenida del Saladar 1A, Morro Jable, Pajara, Las Palmas
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Pajara. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (74 reviews)
Good value for money
"This was our second stay at Blue Sea Jandia Luz and it is every bit as good as last year. Nice big rooms, comfortable beds and good food. The pool is nice too. Entertainment which is only once a week was not not very good this time. Would certainly recommend."

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2024

BLUESEA Jandia Luz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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