Where to Stay
Where to stay in Tenerife: the best area for your trip and the types of accommodation on the island.
Where to stay in Tenerife depends on what you're after: the south (Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos, Las Américas) offers guaranteed sun and beaches; the north (Puerto de la Cruz) a greener, more authentic feel; and Santa Cruz or La Laguna, city life.
Best areas to stay
Where to stay in Tenerife: the best areas according to your plan — Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and Las Américas, Puerto de la Cruz or Santa Cruz and La Laguna.
Accommodation types
Types of accommodation in Tenerife: hotels and resorts, apartments, villas, and rural houses. Find the one that best suits your trip and budget.
The highest-rated places and experiences in this category
Apartments, villas & rural houses
More independence and space: ideal for families, groups and long stays.
Where to stay in Costa Adeje
The most upmarket area in the south: 4-5★ hotels, calm beaches and good dining.
Where to stay in Santa Cruz & La Laguna
A real city: museums, shopping, food and La Laguna’s UNESCO old town.
Hotels & resorts
From large all-inclusive resorts to charming boutique hotels.
Where to stay in Los Cristianos & Las Américas
The liveliest south: atmosphere, nightlife, serviced beaches and prices for every budget.
Where to stay in Puerto de la Cruz
The authentic north: mild climate, culture, the Botanical Garden and lower prices.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best area to stay?
The south for sun and beach, the north for a greener, quieter feel, and the metropolitan area (Santa Cruz/La Laguna) for city life and culture. It depends on your travel plans.
Where is it sunniest?
The south of the island is drier and sunnier all year, while the north is greener and more humid due to the trade winds.
What types of accommodation are there?
From resorts and luxury hotels in Costa Adeje to apartments, rural houses inland and charming hotels in the north.