7 Best Gyms in Spain | The Best Gyms To Lose Weight & Build Muscle When Travelling In Spain
Luke Iles – Uploaded 27.03.2023
Discover the best Spain gyms for backpackers and travellers looking to stay fit and healthy
As a budget traveller who wants to make the most of their trip but is also severely addicted to the gym and keeping healthy, it can be so tempting to splash out that little bit extra for a hotel with a gym.
However, when it comes to most hotel gyms they can be bitterly disappointing with most usually just having a treadmill and some 2kg dumbells which aren’t ideal if you are looking to build muscle and progressively overload.
So your next point of call may be to hit up the local Spanish gym and get a day pass to carry on with your daily workout until you move on to the next Spanish city if you are travelling across the Land of the Sun. Then again, these gyms may only be exclusive to members, cost an arm and leg to get into or simply not offer a day pass.
Yet again, not ideal for fitness fanatics who are travelling across Spain!
Therefore, after backpacking across Spain as fitness freaks who cannot go a day without hitting the gym for that sweet pump, we have created a list of seven of the best gyms in Spain that we have visited whilst our time away in some of the best destinations in Spain.
7 Great Gyms in Spain You Need To Visit
Although some of these gyms may differ in different price ranges, all seven of these gyms are amazing gyms that are ideal for travellers if you are visiting or on holiday near one of these locations in Spain. We have tried to create a list of some of the best gyms that are great for not only those who are looking to build muscle or lose weight but also those who want a little bit more from their experience of the gym whether that is steam rooms, a sauna, a pool, high quality, good equipment or even free entry.
- Havana Gym in Maspalomas (Gran Canaria)
- Elements Gym in Marbella (Malaga, Spain)
- Epic Gym in Benalmadena (Malaga, Spain)
- Club Natacio Atletic Barcelona (Barcelona, Spain)
- Aqua Club Termal in Costa Adeje (Tenerife)
- Olympic Beach Gym in Maspalomas (Gran Canaria)
- Real Club Padel in Marbella (Malaga, Spain)
1. Havana Gym in Maspalomas (Gran Canaria)
Location:
Havana gym is one of the most famous gyms in Spain and for a good reason. It is located in Gran Canaria which is one of the Spanish Canary Islands. The Havana gym is based in the south of the Spanish island in Maspalomas. The Maspalomas is a hotspot for tourists with holiday destinations such as Playa Del Ingles nearby.
Gym Features:
- Outdoor gym to soak up the Spanish sun when working out.
- Super friendly staff members.
- A selection of free weights, weight machines, cables, cardio machines, squat racks, bench presses, callisthenics areas and workout areas.
- Outdoor swimming pool and sunbathing area.
- Easily accessible for any level of expertise with a variety of different weights and machines.
- A great gym that caters to everyone’s needs when travelling in Spain.
Opening Times:
Monday – Friday: 8 am – 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 3 pm
Sunday: Closed
Our Rating:
We rate Havana gym a 9/10.
2. Elements Gym in Marbella (Malaga, Spain)
Location:
Elements Gym is one of the most well-known gyms in Marbella. Located in San Pedro de Alcantara in Marbella. The elements gym is of the best gyms if you are travelling along Spain’s Southern Costa del Sol coastline within the municipality of Malaga. Marbella is a hotspot for tourists so if you are staying on holiday and looking to keep fit, Elements Gym is a must-visit for fitness enthusiasts.
Gym Features:
- A welcoming and friendly gym that caters to all fitness levels.
- Great personal trainers and exercise classes available.
- 20,000+ square foot indoor and outdoor gym.
- A selection of free weights, exercise areas, cardio machines, weight machines, cable machines, bench presses, squat racks and pull-up bars.
- Ideal for those of all different types of fitness levels from beginner gym goers to heavyweight lifters.
- Open for long hours of the day and 7 days a week (7 am – 10 pm on weekdays).
Opening Times:
Monday – Friday: 7 am – 10 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm
Our Rating:
We rate Elements Gym an 8/10.
3. Epic Gym in Benalmadena (Malaga, Spain)
Location:
Epic gym is situated in Benalmadena which is located in the municipality of Malaga on the Southern coast of Spain. It is known for being one of the best Spain gyms within the Malaga area and is definitely worth the visit if you are looking to get a pump and hit your fitness goals whilst staying in the Torremolinos and Malaga area.
Gym Features:
- Spacious and modern indoor gym.
- Offers a range of equipment that is suitable for all fitness levels from beginners to gym regulars.
- A choice of free weights, cardio machines, bench presses, weight machines and workout areas.
- Open early in the morning and late at night during weekdays (7 am – 10:30 pm).
Opening Times:
Monday – Friday: 7 am – 10:30 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 4 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 2 pm
Our Rating:
We rate Epic Gym a 7/10.
4. Club Natacio Atletic Barcelona (Barcelona, Spain)
Location:
Club Natacio Atletic Barcelona is not the typical Spanish gym you would find and is more of a large sports and leisure complex that sits directly on the Barcelona seafront providing spectacular views when working out. The Club Natacio Atletic Barcelona is located in Placa del Mar in the Spanish city of Barcelona and is a must-visit sports complex and swim club if you are a fitness freak who is visiting Barcelona.
Gym Features:
- Location on Barcelona seafront with stunning views when swimming and working out in the gym.
- Direct access to the beachfront from the Solarium.
- 1,500 meter squared indoor gym.
- 3 outdoor swimming pools, (2 of the swimming pools are heated).
- 1 indoor swimming pool.
- The indoor gym is the ideal gym for any fitness level with a selection of equipment including free weights, workout areas, cardio machines, weight machines, bench presses, squat racks and workout zones.
- Open from the early hours of the morning to late at night from Monday to Saturday (6:30 am – 11 pm)
Opening Times:
Monday – Friday: 6:30 am – 11:00 pm
Saturday: 7 am – 11 pm
Sunday: 8 am – 5 pm
Our Rating:
We rate Club Natacio Atletic Barcelona a 9/10.
5. Aqua Club Termal in Costa Adeje (Tenerife)
Location:
Aqua Club Termal is located on the Spanish Canary Island of Tenerife in the Costa Adeje area. Located next to Playas de Las Americas, a well-known popular tourist hotspot on the island, Aqua Club Termal is an extraordinary fitness and health experience for all ages which is home to Tenerife’s largest spa with a steam room, whirlpool, relaxation pool, toning pool and of course a gym.
Gym Features:
- The largest spa in the Canary Islands and one of the largest in Spain.
- An ideal place to relax and soak up all the fitness and relaxation options Aqua Club Termal has to offer.
- 6000 square meters of modern fitness facilities with a steam room, sauna, roman baths, whirlpool, relaxation pool, toning pool, salt pool, cold showers and indoor gym.
- A modern gym that is suitable for all fitness levels with body-building machines and weights plus cardio and beginner options.
- A selection of fitness areas and classes including spin classes.
- Aqua fitness options include Aqua gym, Aqua boxing and Aqua yoga.
- The gym has bench presses, free weights, cardio machines, weight machines, squat racks, barbells and weight stacks.
Opening Times:
Monday – Friday: 10 am – 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 9 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 9 pm
Our Rating:
We rate Aqua Club Termal a 9.5/10.
6. Olympic Beach Gym in Maspalomas (Gran Canaria)
Location:
Olympic Beach Gym is located on the Spanish Canary Island of Gran Canaria. Similar to the Havana Gym we mentioned at the beginning of this list, the Olympic Gym is located in the Southern part of Gran Canaria in the Maspalomas area.
Gym Features:
- A great gym that is accessible for all levels of fitness.
- Equipment available such as cardio machines, weight machines, cables, free weights, bench presses, squat racks, pull-up bars and even a boxing punch bag and fitness area with mats.
- Amazing views of the beachfront when working out.
- Indoor studio gym with great and helpful staff members.
Opening Times:
Monday – Friday: 8 am – 11 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 9 pm
Sunday: 1 pm – 9 pm
Our Rating:
We rate Olympic Beach Gym an 8.5/10.
7. Real Club Padel in Marbella (Malaga, Spain)
Location:
Real Club Padel is located in Marbella along the Spanish Costa del Sol in the municipality of Malaga. Similar to the Elements Gym in Marbella that we mentioned previously on this list, the Real Club Padel is another famous Spanish gym within the Marbella area which is a must-visit if you are looking for a good workout when travelling in the Marbella area.
Gym Features:
- Indoor gym with open-air areas.
- A great gym that is inclusive of all different fitness levels.
- Helpful and friendly staff.
- The gym has bench presses, free weights, cardio machines, weight machines, squat racks, barbells and weight stacks.
Opening Times:
Monday – Saturday: 7 am – 11 pm
Sunday: 8 am – 11 pm
Our Rating:
We rate Real Club Padel an 8/10.
Conclusion
In conclusion, there is a selection of amazing gyms all across Spain that are suitable for all fitness levels whether that be gym beginners or gym veterans. In addition to this, all the gyms mentioned on this list are not just gyms that are tailored towards cardio or building muscle but rather gyms that have a selection of equipment available that is suited to everyone’s fitness needs.
All these gyms named on this list are also inclusive of everyone, no matter whether you are on holiday and looking for a quick one-day pass to burn off those delicious Spanish foods and meals or a week pass because your hotel doesn’t have a gym.
Although it would be impossible to mention all the gyms in Spain, this list has contained some of the best we have visited and used whilst travelling in Spain and can hopefully be of some use to you when you are attempting to keep your fitness goals on point when on holiday in Spain.
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Luke Iles
Luke is a leading travel writer within the travel niche and is also a co-founder of HandL Blogs one of the UK’s leading travel blogging websites. Luke has a love of all things travel.
Initially becoming friends with his other co-founder, Harry, at the age of four years old, they let their love for travel evolve, making it their mission to visit every country in the world!
Today they want to share their passion and experiences of travelling across the globe with written blogs on topics that are most important to them. From travel, cooking, fitness and tech blogs!
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