The largest of all the Canary Islands, Tenerife is also the best-known - and with good reason. Its sunshine is practically guaranteed year-round; there are vast, glowing-white beaches, it’s family-friendly - plus it’s only a four-hour flight. Not surprisingly, it is one of Britain’s top winter-sun destinations. But if you want a fun, fly-and-flop holiday at any time of year, Tenerife should be near the top of your list. Plus, the best beach hotels on Tenerife are geared up to cater for everyone, whether you’re on a romantic break, a family trip or you want some watery action.

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Diving, sailing, surfing and windsurfing - fishing, too - are available around the island, though tend to be concentrated around the popular resorts. Top of this list are Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas and Costa Adeje in the south-west. You perhaps won’t find much authentic Canarian charm, here, but you will find plenty of soft-white sands, dazzling neon signs and a vast array of hotels, bars and restaurants - and 24-hour fun. Families will also welcome the coast’s clear, shallow waters.

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If you want somewhere a little quieter, head to Las Galletas a few miles south of the sprawling main resorts. For somewhere with a touch of bohemian charm and excellent kitesurfing, try El Médano. And if you don’t mind the lack of a decent beach but a dramatic coastline and rocky coves, check out places around Garachico.

Use our guide to the best beach hotels on Tenerife and start to plan your trip. But don't forget that this is a very popular destination, so don't leave it till the last minute to book!

13 of the Best Beach Hotels on Tenerife

Some of the Best Luxury Beach Resorts on Tenerife

• The luxury Hotel Botanico, in Puerto de la Cruz, has contemporary-classic rooms, including penthouse suites and some with private hot-tubs, indoor and outdoor pools, a choice of four restaurants, and a spa.
• The sprawling Villa Cortes in Playa de las Américas has all you could want for a luxury beach holiday with six restaurants, four bars, a spa, private cabanas, richly furnished rooms and a vast pool with waterfalls.
• Ritz Carlton Abama is a spectacular five star resort overlooking the Atlantic. Moorish style architecture, sumptuous rooms and suites, ten restaurants, a deluxe spa and a private beach accessed via the hotel's own funicular!
• Jardines des Nivaria also boasts a superb location in Costa Adeje. It offers smart accommodation, stunning pool, spoiling spa and wide choice of restaurants and bars.

Some of Tenerife's Best Family Friendly Beach Resorts

• With a private beach, lush tropical gardens, Disney-style architecture, plus a choice of rooms, suites and individual villas, Bahia del Duque is a real fantasy getaway. Every whim can be met - and children will love the games room and water sports.
• The contemporary-style Sandos San Blas Nature Resort & Golf has balconied rooms, many with sea-views, a choice of pools and plenty of child-friendly activities.
• Roca Nivaria is ideal for families with good accommodation, kids' club, mini golf, playground, table tennis and much more. There are three restaurants and a bar, plus you're just two minutes walk from the beach.

For a Traditional Beach Break

• On the coast at Garachico La Quinta Roja, a traditional manor house, offers rustic-chic rooms, a small spa and a quiet inner courtyard.
• The chic Hotel San Roque at Garachico, a converted 18th-century mansion, is a romantic hideaway with cool rooms mixing vintage and contemporary with shots of colour.

Some of the Best Value Beach Hotels on Tenerife

• Hotel el Patio, a former manor house near Garachico, offers traditionally furnished rooms, an outdoor pool surrounded by gardens and great value - rooms start from just €90 B&B
• Close to the beach but surrounded by banana plantations, the adults only Hotel Rural el Navio has simple but charming rooms - some with balconies or terraces - and a pool. Doubles here start from €100 B&B.

Adults Only

• With its infinity pool, beachfront position and butler service, you will want for very little at the adults-only Red Level Gran Melia Palacio de Isora. Rooms are chic and stylish in white-on-white, some with private pools.
• Hacienda del Conde is located off the beaten track on the western end of Tenerife's North Coast. It boasts luxurious accommodation, choice of restaurants, two swimming pools, extensive spa and a superb Seve Ballesteros designed golf course!

Still not found what you're looking for? Browse our list of all the best places to stay in Tenerife or contact a friendly guru for advice.

 

Written by Helen Pickles

posted Thursday, 25th June 2020