Tenerife has two very different sides. The south, around Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos, is sunny, dry and full of resorts; the north, around Puerto de la Cruz, is greener, more traditional and a little cooler, with Mount Teide towering over both.
Here is our guide to choosing, with seven of our best-rated hotels.
You’ll find on this page
- Quick verdicts and a comparison table of every hotel
- The south: Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and the west
- The north: Puerto de la Cruz
- How to choose
- Answers to the questions we’re asked most
- Live prices with flights and transfers in the search box at the end of the page
At a glance: compare the hotels
| Hotel | Where | Stars | Board | TripAdvisor | Adults only |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort | Costa Adeje, Tenerife | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.8/5 | No |
| Royal Hideaway Corales Beach | Costa Adeje, Tenerife | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.8/5 | No |
| MYND Adeje | Callao Salvaje, Tenerife | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.7/5 | No |
| H10 Big Sur | Los Cristianos, Tenerife | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.4/5 | Yes |
| Gran Melia Palacio De Isora | Guia De Isora, Tenerife | 5★ | All Inclusive Plus, Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.3/5 | No |
| Hotel Tigaiga | Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.8/5 | No |
| Melia Costa Atlantis | Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife | 4★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.7/5 | No |
Star ratings are official; TripAdvisor scores were correct when we last checked and can change. Board options vary by room and date.
Quick verdicts
The south: Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos and the west
The sunniest weather and the biggest choice of hotels.
Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort
- Costa Adeje, Tenerife
- 5-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
Five-star Tivoli La Caleta in Costa Adeje has direct access to the promenade, North African-inspired architecture, three outdoor pools and a superb spa.
Best for: Spa lovers
Royal Hideaway Corales Beach
- Costa Adeje, Tenerife
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
Five-star Royal Hideaway Corales Beach in Costa Adeje has sea views from every room, a rooftop pool and bar and Michelin-starred dining, perfect for adults.
Best for: Food and luxury
MYND Adeje
- Callao Salvaje, Tenerife
- 4-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
MYND Adeje in Callao Salvaje has a chilled pool scene with a rooftop solarium and mindfulness workshops, and it is a favourite with cyclists.
Best for: Active and mindful
H10 Big Sur
- Los Cristianos, Tenerife
- 4-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.4/5
- Adults only
Adults-only H10 Big Sur is a boutique-style hotel on the beachfront promenade in Los Cristianos, with a rooftop terrace and stunning views.
Best for: Couples
Gran Melia Palacio De Isora
- Guia De Isora, Tenerife
- 5-star
- All Inclusive Plus
- TripAdvisor 4.3/5
Five-star Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora on the west coast has a huge saltwater infinity pool, fantastic dining and an All Inclusive Plus option.
Best for: Big-resort luxury
The north: Puerto de la Cruz
Greener, more traditional and close to Teide’s northern slopes.
Hotel Tigaiga
- Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife
- 4-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
Hotel Tigaiga in Puerto de la Cruz is set in lush gardens, with a lovely pool area, bright and comfortable rooms and a peaceful location.
Best for: Gardens and calm
Melia Costa Atlantis
- Puerto De La Cruz, Tenerife
- 4-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
Meliá Costa Atlantis overlooks the beach in Puerto de la Cruz, with a spectacular spa with sea views and a great location.
Best for: Spa with a view
How to choose
Costa Adeje: the most upmarket area, with luxury hotels, good beaches and restaurants. Los Cristianos: a former fishing town with a promenade and harbour, easy and walkable. Playa de las Américas: nightlife. The west coast (Guía de Isora, Los Gigantes): quieter, with sunsets and dramatic cliffs. Puerto de la Cruz: the traditional north, with gardens, Loro Parque and a more Canarian feel, but more cloud.
How we chose these hotels
We looked at all 47 hotels we sell in Tenerife and chose the best-rated in each area. We excluded hotels already featured in our other guides, so you get fresh choices. Every hotel here is well rated by our guests on TripAdvisor, and every one can be booked with us as an ATOL-protected package with flights and transfers. Prices change daily, so use the search box at the end of this page for live availability, or ask a Travel Designer for a tailored shortlist.
When to go and getting there
Tenerife is warm all year: around 21 to 22 °C in winter and the high 20s °C in summer in the south. Flights to Tenerife South take around four and a quarter hours from the UK. Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos are about 20 minutes from the airport; Puerto de la Cruz is around an hour and a quarter from Tenerife South.
Frequently asked questions
Is the north or south of Tenerife better?
The south for sunshine and beaches; the north for greenery and a traditional feel.
What is the best area in Tenerife for luxury?
Costa Adeje.
Where is quietest in Tenerife?
The west coast and Puerto de la Cruz.
How long is the flight to Tenerife?
About four and a quarter hours.
Find your Tenerife holiday
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Updated October 2026. Hotels can be booked as ATOL-protected packages with flights and transfers through Travelisto.
