Tenerife, the largest of Spain’s gorgeous Canary Islands, is a fascinating and rewarding travel destination. It’s filled with beautiful natural sights—including those at the Teide National Park or the island’s many gorgeous beaches—and features lively cultural attractions like the famous Carnaval de Santa Cruz. With lovely weather all year round, Tenerife is a fantastic holiday destination for the entire family regardless of when you’re travelling.
Stay at one of our hotels in Tenerife and immerse yourself in the charms of this paradisiacal island.
Where to stay in Tenerife?
If you’re looking to be near Tenerife’s most important cultural attractions, then a stay at its capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, would be the way to go. Not only is the city home to the renowned Carnaval of Santa Cruz, but it also features fascinating museums like the Museum of Tenerife, some of the island’s best bars and restaurants, and plenty of options for shopping enthusiasts.
For an upscale option near the coastline and many gorgeous beaches, you cannot go wrong by staying at the wonderful Costa Adeje area. Besides beaches like the famous Playa del Duque, you’ll also be able to frequent multiple golf courses, the Siam Park water park, or the Plaza del Duque Shopping Mall when you stay in Costa Adeje.
The NH Tenerife hotel is a fantastic option if you’re looking for an accommodation in Tenerife’s capital. Located within easy reach of Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s main shopping street, the César Manrique Maritime Park, and many great restaurants and bars, the NH Tenerife hotel is incredibly convenient. The hotel also offers modern rooms and is home to El Ático, a bar-terrace where you can enjoy amazing views of the sunset.
Located in Costa Adeje, the 5-star Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort is a beautiful seafront hotel and an unforgettable place where to stay in Tenerife. Guests at the resort enjoy direct access to a coastal promenade as well as rooms with their own terraces. The Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort was designed by award-winning architect Melvin Villarroel and offers suitable amenities for leisure and business guests alike. It’s also a fantastic option to host your wedding reception.
Book a stay with NH Hotels & Resorts in Tenerife at either of these two options to enjoy an idyllic vacation surrounded by Tenerife’s coastal charms.
How’s the weather in Tenerife?
Like the rest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife boasts of gorgeous weather throughout the entire year, which is one of the reasons it’s such a sought-after travel destination. The warmest months of the year in the island are July and August, with the average daily high temperatures reaching 28ºC. January and February, meanwhile, are the coldest months, with average daily high temperatures of 20ºC.
What to see in Tenerife?
Teide National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a geological marvel centered around Mount Teide, the third-highest volcano in the world. It’s located in the center of Tenerife and features trails and vantage points with stunning views of craters and rivers of petrified lava. The park also has a bar and restaurant area where you can relax after sightseeing.
If you’re travelling to Tenerife with your kids, Siam Park is a must-visit. This fabulous water park features free-fall rides, the one-kilometer-long Mai Thai River, and many more attractions, all against a stunning background of Thai architecture.
Tenerife is known for its many beautiful beaches and Playa del Duque stands out among them. Located in Costa Adeje, this tranquil beach will charm you with its gorgeous turquoise waters and golden sand. There are also many services and amenities available by the beach, ranging from hammock and umbrella rental services to showers and dressing rooms.
It is home to a fabulous Botanical Garden that dates to the 18th century. Officially known as the La Orotava Climatisation Garden, it spans around 20,000 m2 and displays the region’s flora and fauna, with examples including pineapple plants and a 200-year-old fig tree.
The San Cristobal de La Laguna town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a dream for architecture enthusiasts. Its quaint streets display a range of historical architecture, including in neoclassical and mudejar styles. The town also has a few interesting museums, like the Museum of Science and the Cosmos.
The Los Gigantes cliffs, located near the Los Guios beach, are a sight to behold. There are multiple ways of exploring them, but the Mirador de Archipenque offers some of the best views of the cliffs. This watchpoint will provide you with some of the most memorable sunsets of your life.
What to eat in Tenerife?
When visiting Tenerife, you must take the opportunity to indulge in some typical Canarian cuisine. You’ll find local seafood and meats taking center stage in dishes like sancocho canario (which features salted fish along with potatoes and the local mojo sauce) and conejo en salmorejo, a rabbit stew.
La Tasca de Enfrente—a typical neighborhood locale in Santa Cruz de Tenerife—and La Hierbita, which is located in a beautiful house from the 19th century and offers a typical Canarian menu, are some of our favorites in the island.
When you stay with NH Hotels in Tenerife, you’ll also be able to enjoy our wonderful hotel restaurants, such as El Ático at NH Tenerife (with its amazing views) or Yakuza at the Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort, which offers a tantalizing fusion of Eastern and Western cuisines.
How to arrive in Tenerife?
The busiest international airport serving Tenerife is the Tenerife South Airport (TFS), also known as the Tenerife South–Reina Sofía Airport, located in Granadilla de Abona, around 60 kilometers southwest of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. There are several transportation options available right at the airport to help you reach your destination in Tenerife. These include buses, shuttles, taxis, and car rental services.
Alternative ways of arriving in Tenerife include the smaller Tenerife North Airport (TFN) located in San Cristóbal de La Laguna or by ferry either to Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Los Cristianos.
How to get around in Tenerife?
Renting a car from one of the several available companies is one of the best ways of conveniently reaching Tenerife’s many attractions, including its beaches and parks. Parking, whether at free parking spaces or paid parking services, is available throughout Tenerife. Two toll-free motorways (the TF1 and the TF5) connect almost the entire island.
Tenerife also features a convenient public transport system, which includes buses and trams. Cycling has also enjoyed an increase in popularity in Tenerife, with several routes and rental agencies in the island.
What are you waiting for? Book an accommodation in Tenerife at one of our hotels and begin exploring this wonderful island, full of natural beauty and enjoying fantastic weather. Trust the fantastic amenities and exceptional service offered by NH Hotels & Resorts in Tenerife and enjoy a dreamlike vacation.
