La Arena Travel Guide
Gijon
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Popular places to visit
San Lorenzo Beach
Sun, sea and sports abound on Asturia’s favorite sandy beach, located in the heart of Gijón and overlooking the picturesque Bay of Gijón.
El Molinon
Catch an event at El Molinon during your trip to Gijon-Este. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area.
Cimadevilla
Get a sense of the rich culture in this historic center and make your way up the hill for a stunning vista of the bay.
Talasoponiente
Bring the whole family to relax in this multifaceted spa and watch your kids splash around in the water park.
Plaza Mayor
Stop by Gijón’s historic town square to take a leisurely stroll, relax with a coffee or meal and appreciate the traditional architecture.
Puerto Deportivo
Explore the waterfront in Gijon with a trip to Puerto Deportivo. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Things to do
From Oviedo: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
From Oviedo and Gijón: Llanes, Ribadesella, Alto de Fitu and Bowls
Excursion to Playa de las Catedrals, Ribadeo and Tapia de Casariego
Gijón : Walking Tour of the Historic Center
Top hotels in La Arena
Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
"Good breakfast anf helpfull staff. Wish the air conditioning was on . Had to open the window for air and it was noisy."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. Very clean, amenities close by."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
"Great parking directly under the hotel. Restaurant across the street was delicious but took advantage of what they sold us (different review). Not pretty, but clean. Front staff on arrival was concerning, apparently if you don’t speak Vasco (Basque), the female at the desk, gets rude. Overall it ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Barceló Oviedo Cervantes
"The hotel was ok, nothing special, par for the course. Small rooms, very tight parking. Fantastic location"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
AC Hotel Gijón by Marriott
"Had a wonderful stay at AC Hotel Gijón by Marriott. The location was excellent, making it easy to explore the city, and the staff provided outstanding service from start to finish. Everything was comfortable, clean, and very welcoming. Highly recommended!"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Limehome Oviedo Calle Postigo Bajo
"Great value for the money. My only complaint is that there’s a lot of banging around sometimes but fortunately it doesn’t seem to happen at night so it may just be cleaning people. Otherwise exactly as described and great all around."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Where to stay in La Arena
Gijon City Centre
Unique features of Gijon City Centre include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by San Lorenzo Beach or Bay of Biscay while you're exploring the area.
Distrito Rural Este
You'll enjoy the bars and gardens in Distrito Rural Este. You might want to make time for a stop at Atlantic Botanical Garden or Laboral City of Culture.
Distrito Oeste
You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Distrito Oeste. You might want to make time for a stop at Aquarium of Gijon or Playa de Poniente.
Distrito Llano
Travellers like the shopping in Distrito Llano, and Los Fresnos Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
El Pisón
If you're spending some time in El Pisón, San Lorenzo Beach and Bay of Biscay are top sights worth seeing.
