If there’s one Canary Island where the interior really does equal - or outshine - its sunny beaches, it is Tenerife. Soaring above everything is the perfect peak of Teide, Spain’s highest mountain (3718 metres) surrounded by a moonscape of dusty-red, volcanic rock formations that look the perfect backdrop for a Wild West movie. And some of the best rural hotels on Tenerife are situated amongst this splendour.
The walking here, in what is Spain’s largest national park, is as exhiliarating as the views. And if you don’t feel you can manage the climb to the top of Teide, there’s a handy cable-car that gets you to within an hour’s walk of the top. The park also contains the Teide Astronomic Observatory offering one of the best places to stargaze in the northern hemisphere.
The Anaga Mountains, in the north, offer further walking opportunities as does the Parque Rural de Teno in the North West. Here, you’ll find the lovely mountain town of Masca. Another good base is La Orotava, inland from the handsome resort of Puerto de la Cruz, and a delight of cobbled streets, colonial mansions and flower-filled plazas. Surrounded by a pine-clad valley with vineyards and chestnut trees, it offers some of the best of town and rural Tenerife.
‘Casas rurales’ or hotels and guesthouses in one of the inland towns and villages offer some of the best rural hotels on Tenerife.
Still not found the perfect hotel amongst our pick of rural hotels on Tenerife?
Tenerife
The only hotel on Tenerife in a Nature Reserve. Fantastic views towards the mountains, an excellent restaurant, charming rooms, gym and pool. A remote spot with lots of fresh mountain air. A back to nature holiday in the great outdoors.
Tenerife (Finca El Navío)
A charming little hotel on the coastline surrounded by banana plantations and seaviews. Basic, but characterful rooms have stone floors, iron beds, attractive rugs, and private balconies. A lovely rural spot close to the beaches and mountain areas.
Tenerife (Buenavista del Nte.)
A fabulous five-star hotel off the Tenerife tourist trail. With plush rooms, three restaurants, two swimming pools and an extensive spa, it caters to all preferences. Golfers will cherish the superb Ballesteros designed course facing the sea. Adults only - perfect excuse to leave kids at home.
Tenerife
A quaint and easy-going hotel, set in a restored 17th century manor house. The comfortable rooms boast a lovely blend of wooden vaulted ceilings, stone floors, funky furniture and antiques. Enjoy traditional recipes at the tasty seafood restaurant brimming with character and unpretentious charm.
Tenerife
Hotel Villalba is a relaxing hillside retreat set in the mountains near the Teide National Park. The rooms are modestly decorated and feature attached balconies with great views out over the surrounding valley. Explore the nearby UNESCO World Heritage El Teide and its lunar landscape.
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