Tenerife

Travel Guide

Puerto de la Cruz featuring a coastal town, a luxury hotel or resort and a pool
Tenerife
Tenerife
Fuerteventura which includes rocky coastline, boating and a pebble beach
El Cotillo which includes a windmill

Tenerife Travel Guide Video

When you’re ready for that much needed break, fewdestinations can beat the sun, sea and sand of Tenerife. The largest andprobably most popular of all the CanaryIslands in Spain, Tenerife is an ideallocation for tourists and travellers of all kinds, from watersport enthusiaststo partiers to those just looking for a little peace and quiet.

If you’re in Tenerife,you’re going to want to enjoy some time outdoors on the waterfront, and thereare plenty of beaches to try in Tenerife. ElMedano Beach and Garden Beach are among the best local beachside haunts in thiscoastal location, popular with tourists. Other fine beaches worth checking outare Teide Observatory and Del Duque Beach.

If the crowds are getting a bit much, you canalways take a break from the streets and get inspired by nature by spendingsome time in a selection of the well-maintained public parks and gardens aroundthe city. Nature lovers are recommended to head to La Granja Park, The AncientDragon Tree, Sitio Litre Garden and the lovely Garcia Sanabria Park.

Feeling competitive? Well there’s no more relaxingactivity than golf, and Tenerife is well known forits golfing. Grab yourself a buddy and check out some of the great local golfcourses. Keen golfers will appreciate the well-designed fairways at Golf delSur or Golf Las Americas. For more great golfing options, also check outAmarilla Golf and Country Club and Buenavista Golf.

Public squares are the perfect places to feel thepulse of a city, and these popular squares in Tenerife are no exception. Plazade Espana, Plaza Iglesia and Plaza del Charco offer postcard pretty perfection– so don’t forget your camera!

The Tenerife area is arich source of culture there’s plenty waiting to be discovered at at thesepopular museums. Among the best museums to visit here are the Museo Militar deAlmeyda, the Museo Municipal de Bellas Artes and the charming Centro de Arte LaRecova.

Tenerife offers a wideselection of aquatic adventures and activitieson their many beaches, includingwind surfing, kitesurfing and kayaking, to name but a few. If you are visiting Tenerifewith your partner and kids, treat them to a visit to its fun-filledchild-friendly attractions. Let the children fly free at Siam Water Park andthe popular Aqualand Costa Adeje, but don't leave town until you’ve visitedLoro Parque, number one in Tenerife when it comes to family fun.

Where to stay in Tenerife

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Callao Salvaje

Seaside views, bars and spas highlight some of the notable features of Callao Salvaje. Make a stop by Ajabo Beach while you're exploring.

Callao Salvaje
Adeje which includes general coastal views

Villa de Adeje

While visiting Villa de Adeje, you might make a stop by sights like Barranco del Infierno Trail and Casa Fuerte.

Villa de Adeje
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El Rincón

El Rincón is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, seaside views and relaxing spas. You might want to check out attractions like Ancón Beach or Bollullo Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

El Rincón
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Los Menores

Get to know Los Menores by checking out its beaches, restaurants and golf courses. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Golf Costa Adeje or Ajabo Beach during your time in the area.

Los Menores
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Armenime

Though Armenime may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Golf Costa Adeje and La Caleta National Park.

Armenime
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Las Moraditas

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Moraditas and surrounding area, you can visit Golf Costa Adeje and Barranco del Infierno Trail.

Las Moraditas
Gara Suites Golf & SPA
Gara Suites Golf & SPA
4 out of 5
Calle Landa 2, Playa de las Américas, Arona, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Arona. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (641 reviews)
"Surrounded by the golf course made it quiet and pleasant. It's about a 15 minute walk to the sea front but the walk is pleasant. Also an option for Taxi scooters which hang around by reception. Hotel itself had plenty to do. The room was incredible, plenty of space, great bed and slept well. Would ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Gara Suites Golf & SPA
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama
5 out of 5
Calle María Zambrano, 2, Carretera General Tf 47 Km 9, Guia de Isora, Tenerife
The price is €257 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
€257
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Guia de Isora. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (687 reviews)
Challenges deftly met
"One or two challenges were dealt with swiftly and effectively by the team and particular compliments to Gonzalo and Joao Couto for their kindness. The Club area is indeed some experience and Joao and his team should be complimented for their responsiveness"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama
AC Hotel Tenerife by Marriott
AC Hotel Tenerife by Marriott
4 out of 5
Calle Candelaria 31, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The price is €96 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€96
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Teresitas Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (296 reviews)
"Nice hotel but a concert in the square just out side so a lot of noise till midnight"

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

AC Hotel Tenerife by Marriott
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.
Palm Beach - Excel Hotels & Resorts
Palm Beach - Excel Hotels & Resorts
3.5 out of 5
Avda. V Centenario, Playa de las Americas, Adeje, Tenerife
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Adeje. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
7.4/10 Good! (748 reviews)
Palm beach
"Generally a positve experience front desk were friendly and helpful. Apartments were fairly spacious and hotel had pretty good facilities. Location is excellent close to everything you need."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Palm Beach - Excel Hotels & Resorts
Santa Barbara Golf And Ocean Club
Santa Barbara Golf And Ocean Club
4 out of 5
Avenida del Atlantico, s/n, Golf del Sur, San Miguel de Abona
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in San Miguel de Abona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,689 reviews)
"Fantastic holiday. Complex clean, staff all friendly and plenty of restaurants within a max 20 min walk away. We stayed 12 days and didn’t eat at the same place twice. We managed the walk to los abrigos in 15 minutes with a 7&10 year old. We used taxis for beach days, water park and money world. ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Santa Barbara Golf And Ocean Club
Ona los Claveles
Ona los Claveles
3 out of 5
Andorra, 2, Los Cristianos, Arona, Tenerife
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Arona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)
Frand
"Cracking. Great staff. Chilled pool. Very nice bar"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Ona los Claveles
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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