Puerto de la Cruz Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Puerto de la Cruz, Canary Islands

You're already probably planning a visit to historical sites during your trip to Puerto de la Cruz. And while you're here, you can visit the major shopping area and popular beaches. During your trip to this family-friendly area, you can also spend time at the waterfront.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Don Manolito is a top 3.5-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. San Felipe Castle is a short walk away. If you're interested in local history, another option for your stay is Ambassador Apartamentos.

In Puerto de la Cruz, there are 443 hotels bookable on Expedia, including 5 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.

Puerto de la Cruz is notable for landmarks like Eduardo Westerdahl Museum of Contemporary Art, San Felipe Castle and Puerto de la Cruz Archaeological Museum. The natural setting is picturesque, namely the beaches, and places to see include: Taoro Park, Lago Martianez Swimming Pools and Garden Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Puerto de la Cruz Town Hall and Plaza del Charco.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a holiday in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Puerto de la Cruz, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Puerto de la Cruz, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.