Las Palmas is a modern city by European standards, and generally very safe. However, the economic crisis and underemployment have in the past led to an increase in non violent crime. The risk of being a victim of an organized crime, is not higher than in other European cities of comparable size. One should nevertheless never forget to lock his bike and don’t let your stuff out off sight on the beach. Pickpocketing is an issue at events like the Carnival, but also in bars, clubs or social groups on the promenade or the beach (wherever it gets crowded). We do offer lockers in our hostel so that you can leave your valuable stuff at home!