Costa Adeje holidays mean year-round sunshine on Tenerife’s sunny south coast, with golden beaches, a long seafront promenade and many of the island’s best hotels. It is the smarter, calmer neighbour of Playa de las Américas, running from Puerto Colón past the beaches of Fañabé and Playa del Duque to the old fishing village of La Caleta.
It suits couples, families and anyone looking for reliable winter sun. There are five-star resorts with lush gardens and spas, adults-only hotels and all-inclusive resorts with big pools, and Siam Park, one of Europe’s best water parks, is on the edge of the resort. Boat trips from Puerto Colón go out to see the whales and dolphins that live off the coast. Winter days are often in the low 20s°C and summer in the high 20s. Flights from the UK take about four and a quarter hours, and the transfer is around 20 minutes.
We offer 25 Costa Adeje hotels, 9 of them all inclusive and 5 adults only. Every one can be booked with flights and transfers as an ATOL-protected package.
Where to stay in Costa Adeje
The resort runs along the coast for several kilometres. Each stretch has its own beach and its own feel.
Playa del Duque
The smartest part of the resort, with a golden beach, five-star hotels and designer shops along the promenade.
Fañabé
A long, sheltered beach with family hotels, restaurants and easy walks along the seafront in both directions.
Torviscas and Puerto Colón
Next to Playa de las Américas, with a marina for boat trips, a lively choice of bars and restaurants, and Siam Park close by.
La Caleta
A former fishing village at the western end, with seafood restaurants on the water and quieter luxury resorts.
Top-rated hotels in Costa Adeje
Some of our highest-rated hotels in Costa Adeje, from villa-style hideaways to all-inclusive five-stars. Ratings are TripAdvisor scores out of 5.
Travel guides for Costa Adeje
Our hand-picked guides to help you choose: compare the best hotels by style, budget and who you’re travelling with.
All 25 Costa Adeje hotels
Costa Adeje has 25 hotels to choose from: 9 all inclusive, 5 adults only and 18 five-star. Ratings shown are TripAdvisor scores out of 5.
Costa Adeje 25 hotels
- Royal Hideaway Corales Suites
- Royal Hideaway Corales Villas
- Hotel Suite Villa Maria
- JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar
- JOIA Salome by Iberostar
- Royal Hideaway Corales Beach
- Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort
- Adrian Hoteles Colon Guanahani
- Adrian Hoteles Jardines De Nivaria
- Iberostar Selection Anthelia
- Royal Garden Villas
- Royal River Luxury Hotel
- Hotel Baobab Suites
- Iberostar Selection Sabila
- Vincci Seleccion La Plantacion del Sur
- Dreams Jardin Tropical Resort & Spa
- GF Victoria
- Gran Tacande
- Hotel Bahia del Duque
- Las Villas Bahia del Duque
- Melia Jardines Del Teide – Tenerife, Adults Only
- H10 Gran Tinerfe
- Iberostar Waves Bouganville Playa
- Iberostar Waves Las Dalias
- H10 Costa Adeje Palace
All-inclusive holidays in Costa Adeje
9 of our Costa Adeje hotels offer all inclusive, including several five-star resorts. For couples, the adults-only Iberostar Selection Sabila, Melia Jardines Del Teide and H10 Gran Tinerfe are popular, while Dreams Jardin Tropical, Iberostar Selection Anthelia and H10 Costa Adeje Palace suit families and couples alike.
Costa Adeje has plenty of good restaurants along the seafront and in La Caleta, so if you plan to eat out, half board or bed and breakfast can be the better choice. A Travel Designer can compare the options for your dates.
Best time to visit Costa Adeje
Costa Adeje is a true year-round destination. From November to March, daytime temperatures are usually in the low 20s°C, which makes it one of Europe’s most reliable winter-sun resorts. Summer days are in the high 20s, with a sea breeze. The south of Tenerife is drier and sunnier than the north, and the sea stays warm enough for swimming all year for most people.
Getting to Costa Adeje
The nearest airport is Tenerife South (TFS), about 20 km away. There are direct flights from most UK airports, taking around four and a quarter hours, and the road transfer takes about 20 minutes. Our packages include flights and transfers.
Tenerife guides
Choosing a base? Read our guide to where to stay in Tenerife, our pick of the best luxury hotels in Tenerife and the best all-inclusive hotels in Tenerife and Gran Canaria. For the rest of the island, see our Tenerife holidays, and for live deals, browse our holiday offers.
Costa Adeje holiday FAQs
Which is the best area of Costa Adeje for families?
Fañabé is a favourite with families, with a long, sheltered beach and plenty of restaurants along the promenade, and Siam Park is a short ride away. Many families also choose a resort with big pools and a kids’ club.
Which is the best area of Costa Adeje for couples?
Playa del Duque for smart hotels and a beautiful beach, or La Caleta for quieter resorts and seafood restaurants on the water. Several of our hotels are adults only, including Iberostar Selection Sabila and GF Victoria.
How far is Costa Adeje from Tenerife South airport?
About 20 km, or around 20 minutes by road. Our packages include the transfer.
Is Costa Adeje good in winter?
Yes, it is one of the best winter-sun resorts within reach of the UK. Daytime temperatures are usually in the low 20s°C from November to March, with lots of sunshine.
Is all inclusive worth it in Costa Adeje?
It is good value at the bigger resorts, especially with children. If you want to try the seafront restaurants and La Caleta, half board or bed and breakfast may suit you better.
What is the difference between Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas?
They sit side by side. Playa de las Américas is livelier, with more bars and nightlife, while Costa Adeje is more upmarket and relaxed, with more five-star hotels.
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