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 well-regarded for its beaches, seaside views and relaxing spas, and you might also want to make a stop by Bollullo Beach, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

El Rincón
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Marazul

Marazul might not have many top sights, but Abama Golf Course and Ajabo Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Marazul
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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
Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife

Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife

5 out of 5
Avenida Adeje, 300 Adeje
The price is €260 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
€260
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Adeje. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife
Gara Suites Golf & SPA

Gara Suites Golf & SPA

4 out of 5
Calle Landa 2 Arona Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The price is €122 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
€122
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Arona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (745 reviews)
Gara suits have amazing facilities, heated pools, amazing staff and lots of food options. However we struggled due to not informing them about vegetarian food choice for hot food. But the rich salads and deserts were handy. Overall great experience

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Gara Suites Golf & SPA
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama

The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama

5 out of 5
Calle María Zambrano, 2 Guia de Isora Tenerife
The price is €314 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
€314
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Guia de Isora. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (766 reviews)
Lovely hotel and surroundings

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama
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.
Ona Hollywood Mirage

Ona Hollywood Mirage

3.5 out of 5
Calle Sierra Nevada, sn Arona Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Arona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (829 reviews)
Everything as above but bathroom layout is not really suitable for disabled,the sink is too big

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Ona Hollywood Mirage
Santa Barbara Golf And Ocean Club

Santa Barbara Golf And Ocean Club

4 out of 5
Avenida del Atlantico, s/n San Miguel de Abona
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Miguel de Abona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,735 reviews)
Excellent staff. The pool at certain times of the day. Meeting guests during happy hour.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Santa Barbara Golf And Ocean Club
Ona Palm Beach

Ona Palm Beach

3.5 out of 5
Avda. V Centenario Adeje Tenerife
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Adeje. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (792 reviews)
The Palm Beach is in a great central location, making it easy to get around and explore the local area. Great location for the beach as well. However, the rooms and furniture are quite tired and worn, and the whole place would really benefit from a refurb to bring it up to standard. On the positive ...

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Ona Palm Beach
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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