19 best hotels in Tenerife for a much-needed summer holiday in 2023
Hundreds of thousands of UK tourists flock to the Canary Islands every year, so it's no wonder so many of you are searching for the best hotels in Tenerife right now. Whether you're booking that well-earned summer holiday or even looking forward to the end of the year – and escaping our long, grey days for some winter sun – Tenerife (the biggest of the Canary Islands) is a top travel destination for sun-seeking vacationers no matter the season. Average annual temperatures of 23°C and year-round sunshine? Yes, please.
As well as topping up our vitamin D, there are countless reasons to make Tenerife your 2023 holiday destination: beautiful sandy beaches as far as the eye can see, breathtaking mountain landscapes (most notably at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Teide National Park), and fabulous cafés and restaurants.
Tenerife South is a favourite amongst tourists and home to big coastal cities like Costa Adeje, Aronas and Los Cristianos, which is home to Las Vistas Beach and other gorgeous beaches. Meanwhile, the north of Tenerife is a bit more off the beaten path and boasts plenty of stunning little towns like Garachico and Buenavista del Norte and the green and Anaga Rural Park. There are also plenty of wineries, good restaurants and a convivial Spanish vibe that tourists will quickly fall in love with - we highly recommend hopping on a ferry for a day trip to the small circular island of La Gomera.
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From boutique hideaways to glitzy resorts, here are the best hotels in Tenerife to book for your summer holiday in 2023…
Best five star hotel
Open since 1993, the Hotel Bahia del Duque is a five-star luxury resort that overlooks Costa Adeje’s most beautiful beach. This stylish hotel has 346 rooms and 40 light-washed villas that each come with private pools, and some with round-the-clock butler service. The Bahia Wellness Retreat, the hotel’s fabulous spa, is the best place to relax and recharge offering traditional Spanish-inspired treatments. There are also nine restaurants to choose form, including the Michelin-starred Nub restaurant which expertly combines Mediterranean and Spanish recipes to dazzling effect. You’d be hard done to find a better restaurant in the whole of Costa Adeje.
Address: Av. de Bruselas, s/n, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £350.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these TUI discount codes.
Best rustic hotel
If crowded beaches aren’t your thing, then check-in to the beautiful Hotel La Casona del Patio. Located in the charming pastoral village of Santiago del Teide, this rustic chic hotel is certainly not your average Tenerife hotel and might just be the off-kilter holiday for you. Occupying a beautifully restored manor house, nestled amidst the stunning pastoral landscapes of the Teno Mountains and the Chinyero Nature Reserve, this stylish boutique hotel is the perfect for those looking for a low key getaway in Tenerife. The farmhouse-style hotel has beautiful, vaulted ceilings, terracotta floors and plenty of glass interiors letting the sunshine seep through every corner. With only 20 cosy rooms, an intimate lounge bar and its own stables, this traditional hotel is a home from home in Tenerife and is great for a holiday off the beaten track.
Address: Casa de los Marqueses de San Andrés y los Lagares, Av. de La Iglesia, 68, 38690 Santiago del Teide, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £90.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these Booking.com discount codes.
Best hotel for relaxation
Located in the heart of buzzy Costa Adeje is the beautiful Colonial-style adult-only Colón Guanahaní Hotel. Surrounded by the buzzy cafes, restaurants and bars of Fañabe, a popular shopping district. It is also walking distance to the Plaza del Duque shopping centre and just five minutes from the beautiful Fañabe Beach, making it an ideal base for enjoying all that Costa Adeje has to offer. If you want to avoid the tourist crowds, the hotel itself is an oasis for relaxation. There are two heated outdoor pools, a rooftop pool and a beautiful sundeck with panoramic sea views. There’s also a fully kitted gym and spa, complete with steam room, sauna and Turkish hammam. The inner courtyard is the star of the hotel, with the 154 rooms either offering courtyard pool views or sea views. We especially like the poolside La Pérgola restaurant, which is a fab place to enjoy a cocktail (or five) and while the days away Spanish style.
Address: Playa de Fañabé, Av. de Bruselas, S/N, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £100.
Best beachfront hotel in Tenerife
The Iberostar Grand El Mirados is more palace than hotel and is a true adults only paradise in Tenerife. The hotel’s prime location in buzzy Costa Adeje, close to all the sun-soaked beaches in Tenerife south, make it an ideal choice for your next girls trip. The hotel takes inspiration from Moorish and Arabic palaces and surrounds a magnificent outdoor pool. There is an exclusive VIP rooftop area, complete with Balinese sun loungers. The 124 suites feature the same pinkish colour palette as the hotel’s public areas and feature canopy beds, romantic terraced balconies and marble fittings, making you feel like true royalty during your stay. In terms of dining options, the La Pérgola certainly doesn’t disappoint and offers a great menu of Canarian classics, while the buffet restaurant for breakfast is pretty decent too. Plus, the hotel has direct beach access to the gorgeous Playa del Duque and is just a quick walk away from the stylish boutiques, bars and restaurants of La Caleta. Perfect for dinner and drinks with the gals.
Address: Av. Ernesto Sarti, 5, 38679 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £150.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these Booking.com discount codes.
Best boutique hotel
This stylish boutique hotel just exudes effortless luxury in the quiet yet characterful town of Garachico in the north-west of Tenerife. Housed in an 18th century manor house, the hotel’s casual yet artsy aesthetic makes you feel like you’re staying in the home of your most fashionable friend, rather than a hotel. We think it’s an excellent alternative for those who want to skip the mega resorts of Tenerife. With just 20 rooms surrounding a lush courtyard and swimming pool, this adults only hotel is a great place to ramp up the romance in Tenerife. Mid-century modern furnishings, punchy art, and cool yet cosy interiors mean there’s plenty of corners to cosy up in and relax with a good book. The Tower Suite boasts its own solarium and has some of the most incredible ocean views this side of the island. The Anturium Restaurant is delightful and serves a compact but delicious menu of Mediterranean dishes, while the Hoffman library is a great place for a cocktail. Beyond the hotel, the village of Garrachico also has some of the most beautiful natural rock pools on the island.
Address: C. Esteban de Ponte, 31, 38450 Garachico, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £200.
Best luxury hotel
This delightful Colonial-style hotel is certainly a step above the usual holiday hotel in Tenerife. This gorgeous property is full of heritage and class. It is located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site, San Cristobal de Laguna, which is also the former capital of Tenerife. Culture and history buffs will love the hotel’s central location, with cobble stone streets, handsome historical buildings, charming cafés and lively bars all around. Meanwhile, sun seekers will adore the hotel’s spectacular rooftop pool which has gorgeous views of the Aguere Valley. Foodies have plenty to feast on with the Michelin-starred Nub restaurant, blending Tinerféno classics with Chilean flair.
Address: C. Nava y Grimon, 18, 38201 La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £90.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these Booking.com discount codes.
Best Tenerife hotel for first time visitors
When you imagine a perfect Tenerife holiday hotel, it is probably the GF Gran Costa Adeje that comes to mind. This luxurious five-star hotel is a destination within itself with 458 double rooms and 19 suites. Giant palms surround this colonial-style property which is centred around a giant lagoon style swimming pool. There is also a cool waterfall and glass-bottomed swimming pool, perfect for a refreshing dip after a day in the sun and a poolside bar which serves delicious margaritas. The hotel offers a world of activities including crazy golf, table tennis, pool, a spa and a fully kitted gym. There’s also a kids club, if you’re travelling with children (and free WIFI all throughout the property to keep them occupied) Plus, sun worshippers will thoroughly enjoy the 4,500sqft sun terrace, which is the best place in the whole island place to work on your tan.
Address: Av. de Bruselas, 16, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £130.
Best hotel for families
Tucked away in the Southern part of Tenerife, this unassuming resort is close to all of Tenerife’s beautiful beaches. It’s also the perfect base for exploring the vibrant nightlife scene of Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos, where lively piano bars come alive on balmy summer evenings. There’s something for the whole family here, an 18-hole golf course for dad, show cooking classes for mum, children’s play areas, mini club, games room, children’s pool and a kids club too. The hotel also offers exciting excursions, including family-friendly hikes up to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mount Teide.
Address: 38639 Golf del Sur, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £70.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these Booking.com discount codes.
Best for all-inclusive
Located in the sunny South-western corner of Tenerife, the Landmar Playa La Arena is a sunny all-inclusive hotel that is perfect for exploring Tenerife’s black volcanic sand beaches, natural rock pools and imposing rock cliffs. In terms of dining options, you’ll be spoilt for choice as Landmar Playa La Arena has two buffet-style restaurants, an a la carte restaurant, a traditional pub and four bars. There’s also an exciting array of activities to choose from which include tours to the awe-inspiring rock cliffs of Los Gigantes, picnics on the beaches of La Villa Mariana de Candelaria, and plenty of family-friendly fun at Siam Park (a water park the kids are sure to love). If you’re more of a fly n flop vacationer, you can always park yourself on one of the sun beds and soak up some of that glorious Spanish sunshine.
Address: C. Lajial, 4, 38683 Puerto de Santiago, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £110.
Best hotel for honeymoon
Hacienda del Conde Meliá Collection
Located in Buenavista del Norte in the secluded north-western part of Tenerife, the Hacienda del Conde Meliá Collection is a stylish adults only boutique hotel that is as beautiful as it is private. It is the perfect hotel for newlyweds or honeymooners looking to leave the tourist hoards behind for a low key getaway. This gorgeous colonial-style property overlooks a Seve Ballesteros-designed golf course and boasts beautiful ocean views, with the majestic Teno Mountains offering an incredible backdrop. The hotel’s pastoral location means you can really unwind and relax, but if you want to step back into civilisation then the charming town of Buenavista is just a 15 minute walk away. We like the romantic alcoves, wide open courtyard and beautiful cliffside location. Plus, the hotel’s ‘Level Rooms’ give guests access to prime sun loungers, unlimited drinks and private terraces. Pure bliss!
Address: C. La Finca, s/n, 38480 Buenavista, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £180.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these Booking.com discount codes.
Best hotel in Tenerife for a girls trip
This sleek, whitewashed adult only hotel is a true marvel in Costa Adeje. Recently renovated, this stylish beachfront hotel is situated in a swish neighbourhood next to Torviscas Beach and walking distance to upscale bars, snack bars, restaurants and boutiques. A bright colour palette and laidback interiors blend indoor and outdoor space seamlessly, making this an ideal choice for beach lovers. The breezy rooms are equipped with free WIFI (duh), minibars, Nespresso machines, satellite TVs, hairdryers, rainfall shows and huge flatscreens. With two restaurants and three bars, live music and even a DJ, the Iberostar Selection Sabila is a great night time spot for a laidback evening in Costa Adeje.
Address: Av. de Bruselas, s/n, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £450.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these Booking.com discount codes.
Best family-friendly hotel
This stylish, all-inclusive resort offers excellent value for money. Located right on the coast in San Miguel de Abona, in between a golf course, nature reserve and a charming fishing village, the Barceló Tenerife offers plenty of active family fun for the young and (young at heart). Eco-travellers will appreciate the hotel’s in-house environmental tours, which take guests on an immersive journey of the nature reserve, culminating in an ‘experience tunnel’ which teaches guests about Tenerife’s ecology and geology. Elsewhere, there are eight outdoor pools and a private lake, where guests can kayak and enjoy a plethora of water sports. We like the hotel’s laidback earth-toned interiors, which are reflected in the double rooms and suites. All rooms feature nature-inspired plant motifs and are complete with air conditioning, free Wifi, satellite tv, hairdryers, coffee makers, and glass-walled bathrooms. Premium rooms even come with their own Jacuzzis. While the resort doesn’t have a private beach, it does a have a small pebble beach and complimentary shuttle services to the nearby Playa de las Americas.
Address: Calle Greñamora, nº1, Urbanización San Blas, Golf del Sur, 38639 San Miguel de Abona, Spain
Price per night: from £90.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these TUI discount codes.
Best for nature lovers
Hotel Botanico & Oriental Spa Garden
Like its name suggests, the Hotel Botanico & Oriental Spa Garden is a lush tropical oasis in the North of Tenerife. Tree-shaded walks, en exotic wellness centre, excellent service, classically elegant double rooms and perfectly maintained grounds earn the Hotel Botanico its place as one of the Leading Hotels of the World. The hotel is near the Loro Parque conservational wildlife park (which belongs to the hotel’s owners), is next door to a botanical gardens and one mile above the black sand beach of Puerto de la Cruz, making it an excellent choice for nature lovers. The hotel maintains the same aesthetic it’s had since it opened in 1975, which means that while it isn’t the most contemporary on our list, it has plenty of retro charm to spare.
Address: Calle Richard J. Yeoward, 1, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £220.
Best secluded getaway
Royal Hideaway Corales Beach, Barcélo Hotel Group
This sophisticated, nautical-inspired adults only hotel is in the quiet town of La Caleta, away from the usual tourist crowds. All the generously sized rooms at the Royal Hideaway Corales Beach are suites, each one offering the most breath-taking views of the Atlantic Ocean. A line of upscale waterfront restaurants sits right in front, spoiling guests with an array of classy dining options. There is an amazing infinity pool complete with sunken deck and glorious sunset views. Some of the suites have hot tubs too, perfect for couples. Go to the front desk and book one of the fitness classes on offer which include yoga, pilates and many more, or relax in the tranquil spa. We like the experimental gastronomic restaurant Maresia, which offers a truly unforgettable Michelin-starred dining experience on the hotel’s gorgeous rooftop.
Address: Playa La Enramada, Av. de la Virgen de Guadalupe, 21, 38679 La Caleta, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £400.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these Booking.com discount codes.
Best romantic hotel
Next door to Royal Hideaway Corales Beach, Royal Hideaway Corales Beach is ideal for couples and families but something about the huge 114 suites and their sprawling terraces – many with private pools and sofas for sinking into under the sun – scream ‘luxury honeymoon’. Tuck into delicious Italian food at Il Bocconcino restaurant or grab lunch at pool-side Starfish grill while enjoying the large outdoor swimming pool.
Address: Playa La Enramada, Av. Virgen de Guadalupe, 21, 38679 La Caleta, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £450.
Best luxury resort
This majestic pink palace in Guía de Isora certainly lives up to the Ritz-Carlton name and is the epitome of Spanish luxury in Tenerife. The Moorish/Turkish architectural influences are rife in this palatial property which is located in the south of Tenerife. One of the hotel’s key features is a stand-out championship golf course, there is also a tennis academy, a lush spa and a fully kitted fitness centre perfect for active travellers. Beautiful sub-tropical gardens cover the hotel grounds which also houses seven incredible swimming pools surrounded by sunbeds. The spa is complete with a spa garden and yoga pavilion, perfect for wellness buffs looking for a moment of calm in this sunny, seaside paradise. The hotel is also just ten minutes away from the quaint fishing village of Playa San Juan, which is a great place to stroll, shop and dine. Of course, you can rely on the Ritz-Carlton to have not one, but two Michelin-starred restaurants on-site including the impeccable Basque and Kabuki restaurants.
Address: Calle María Zambrano 2, Carretera General, TF-47, Km 9, 38687, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £330.
Best five star hotel in Tenerife
This colourful Mexican hacienda style hotel is a five-star paradise Playa de las Américas. There isn’t a splash of beige in sight with rich jewel tones adorning the walls and extravagant fabrics, textures and patterns featuring heavily in the front desk and all throughout the hotel’s public spaces. Located on the ‘golden mile’ just a quick walk away from the bustling nightlife scene of Parque la Paz, Europe Villa Cortes is a great place to immerse yourselves in the Spanish way of life. It boasts beautifully maintained grounds, with cascading waterfalls, large swimming pools and plenty of Balinese sunbeds all throughout. There’s also a Mayan-inspired spa and gym, complete with steam room and Turkish hammam. There are six fabulous restaurants to choose from. We especially like the buffet restaurant for breakfast and the Chiringuito Beach Bar, which is a great spot for afternoon drinks. It’s also near the Antonio Dominguez Alfonso stadium which regularly hosts local sporting events.
Address: Av. Rafael Puig Lluvina, 38, 38660 Playa de la Américas, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £150.Save when you book the best hotels in Tenerife with these Booking.com discount codes.
Best swimming pool hotel
If you're looking for a sprawling Tenerife resort with absolutely all the trimmings you could wish for, Gran Melia is it. Located on the island's west coast, the property boasts an incredible saltwater infinity pool which spans 400 metres across the front of the hotel. In fact, it's the largest hotel pool in Europe. If you can ever drag yourself from the pool, there's plenty to keep kids and adults entertained: an impressive spa, gym and fitness centre, tennis court, a roster of daily activities and a well-appointed kids' club. There are over 500 rooms with big, comfy beds and balconies offering garden or ocean views, as well as 15 restaurants and bars to suit all tastes. You'll never want to leave, and really, you'd never have a reason to.
Address: Av. de los Océanos, s/n, 38686 Alcalá, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £250.
Best hotel for the whole family
You know what you're getting at Hard Rock properties: an all-singing, all-dancing holiday powerhouse to keep the entire family entertained. There are multiple outdoor swimming pools where you can listen to live music (of course), a spa offering a variety of treatments, a sports area, various activities for kids (including gaming areas and electric guitar lessons) and adults-only zones for chilling out. The modern rooms have furnished balconies (most with ocean views), rainfall showers and flatscreen TVs.
Address: Avenida Adeje 300, Av. Playa Paraiso, s/n, 38678 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Price per night: from £200.
