We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Canary Islands, Spain. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated March 2024.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Royal River, Luxury Hotel - Adults Only has four restaurants, five outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre and three bars in Adeje. Boasting suites and villas, each with a private pool or plunge pool, this property offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. The nearest airport is Tenerife Sur, 25 km from Royal River, Luxury Hotel - Adults Only, and the property offers an airport shuttle service for an extra cost. All units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries, villas also feature a terrace and pool view. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. Guests can relax in the spa and wellness centre, including a hammam and a sauna, or in the garden. Playa de Fanabe is 2.7 km from the hotel.Show full description
Lovely Hotel Royal River is truly a gem. Every decor detail is perfect. Amazing grounds, the river that flows to each room, goes on to the rooftop restaurant with the best view on Costa Adeje and infinity pool. Spacious and stylish rooms!
Luxury Hotel.Highly elegant. Great value. This luxury complex, set in tropical gardens, is 400 metres from Gran Canaria’s Maspalomas Dunes. Spanish colonial-style villas have private balconies or terraces, and there is a free spa and a heated outdoor pool. Air-conditioned villas at Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia are decorated in relaxing blues and yellows by French interior designer Alberto Pinto. They have modern facilities like satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Grand Hotel Residencia guests have free access to the spa’s gym, hydro-massage saltwater pool, sauna and Turkish bath. Free Taichi and agua-gym classes are also available at the neighbouring Seaside Palm Beach. The restaurant serves Canarian and international cuisine. It has an outdoor terrace with views of the lush gardens and mountains. There is a poolside snack bar and a piano bar. Guests have free access to a tennis court and other facilities in the Hotel Seaside Palm Beach complex 200 metres away, and Meloneras Golf Course is 2 km from the hotel. There is also a DVD library with films in various languages.Show full description
Outstanding resort with beautiful grounds and spotless rooms. Ideal facilities - bar, lounge, gym, big pool, and veranda areas are simply amazing. Extra points for L'Occitane toiletries. LOVELY!
Boutique hotel.Cool. Nice interior design. Set in Adeje, 300 metres from La Enramada beach, Royal Hideaway Corales Suites offers rooms with sea views and air conditioning. Guests can enjoy access to an outdoor swimming pool. Each room at the 5-star hotel is equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a bath and a hairdryer. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The rooms have a coffee machine, and some have a terrace. Guest will find the À la carte restaurant Starfish, providing a wide range of international and local options and Il Bocconcino, the italian a la carte restaurants that offers progressive italian cuisine. There is also a second italian restaurant, La Trattoría by Il Bocconcino, offering a relaxed and informal atmosphere ideal for sharing and enjoying with the family. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed in the breakfast area at Olivia Restaurant. Speaking German and English, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area at the reception. La Pinta Beach is 2.8 km from the accommodation, while Plaza del Duque Shopping Centre is a 20-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Tenerife Sur Airport, 18 km from the property.Show full description
Amazing seaside-facing resort with perfect amenities and great relaxing ambiance. All the rooms have a full view of the sea and you can watch the sunset from your room due to the way the hotel is positioned. The cleanliness of the rooms and the modern furnishings are spot on!
Luxury Hotel.Great location. Set 800 metres from Gran Canaria’s Maspalomas Beach, this luxury complex features a spa, casino and heated lagoon-style swimming pools set in tropical gardens. Each room has a private balcony. Rooms at the Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort & Spa are spacious and elegant, with marble floors and air conditioning. They all have satellite TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and bathrobes. The Costa Meloneras Resort’s stylish Ambassador restaurant serves nouvelle cuisine. The complex also offers buffet restaurants, cafés and a cocktail bar. The Lopesan Spa offers a hydrotherapy circuit and salt grotto. A wide range of wellness treatments is available. The complex also features an artificial beach and sun terraces with loungers. Situated next to Maspalomas Lighthouse, the Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort is a 10-minute walk from Maspalomas Dunes. The hotel offers a free shuttle service to Meloneras Golf Course, just 1.5km away.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Cosy rooms. This luxurious 5-star hotel is situated on Costa Adeje, overlooking Playa Paraiso Beach. It features a spa area and a heated infinity pool with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. The modern rooms at Adrián Hoteles Roca Nivaria include air conditioning and satellite TV. The private bathroom comes with a bathrobe, slippers and hairdryer. The hotel has tennis and archery facilities. A hot tub, mud bath and a range of beauty treatments are also offered. Guests have access RoniAventura, the hotel's water and adventure park, which includes 2 pools, 4 slides, climbing walls and suspension bridges. Adrián Hoteles Roca Nivaria features a buffet restaurant and 2 à la carte restaurants, serving Italian and Spanish cuisine. There is also a poolside bar.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Situated in La Asomada, 8 km from Lanzarote Golf Resort, Hotel Cesar Lanzarote features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, every room has a wardrobe. Rooms have a coffee machine, while certain rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also boast sea views. At Hotel Cesar Lanzarote each room has bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available each morning at the property. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area at the reception. Rancho Texas Park is 8.5 km from the accommodation, while Montañas de Fuego Mountains is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Lanzarote, 11 km from Hotel Cesar Lanzarote, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Historic property. Rooftop bar. Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is situated in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a 5-minute walk from Las Palmas Marina and surrounded by extensive gardens. This hotel features an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants, a rooftop bar, a wellness centre and free WiFi. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms have flat screen TV and a bathroom with a rain-effect shower. Most have balcony or terrace with garden views. The Santa Catalina’s wellness centre offers hot tubs, Turkish baths and beauty treatments. A fitness centre is available for free. Guests can access the spa for an extra cost. The Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel 5 * GL has 3 restaurants: "Poemas by hermanos Padrón" with the Michelin Star, 1890 La Bodeguita, specialised in tapas, and Muxgo by Borja Marrero restaurant with the first Michelin Green Star in Spain, featuring a cuisine based in local products KM0. Guest can also enjoy a cocktail in the piano bar Carabela and in the Alis Roof Top Bar. Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Puerto de la Luz and Las Canteras Beach. Vegueta historic district is also a 10-minute drive away. Gran Canaria Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel.Show full description
Stunning hotel in a historical building. Amazing facilities - garden pool, and beautiful rooftop, also a fantastic bar which is a perfect place to relax. Extremely spacious well-appointed rooms with exceptional facilities. The food is excellent and very high quality. Style, design, interior, and architecture - WOW!
Luxury Hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Set within the 18-hole Salobre Golf Course, Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity features 7 outdoor swimming pools and a spa. This hotel is 15 minutes' drive from Maspalomas. Guest rooms at the resort are equipped with a terrace with mountain views as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a bath. A safe is available at no extra charge. Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity features 3 restaurants offering a wide range of international and local dishes. Guests can also have a drink in one of the 3 bars available. The wellness centre offers a variety of facial and body treatments. Guests can also join the on-site gym or sports activities such as yoga, basketball or cycling. The property offers a free shuttle to Meloneras Beach. Playa del Ingles is 7 km from Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity, while Playa de las Burras is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gran Canaria Airport, 31 km from the property. Please note that both the Sunset Pool and the Spa Centre are adults only. Please note beach transfer is possible every hour from 11:00 to 18:00, subject to availability. Please note that the Gala dinner on the 31st December is included for all rates. Half board dinners are buffet-style. All guests will need to provide a valid ID, including children. Please note that guests must present the credit card used to make the reservation on arrival. Since 17th October 2022, The New and The Old Course merged to feature three different loops by combining the Old Course’s 18 holes and holes 1 to 3 and 13 to 18 of par 36 New Course that will defy you to enjoy the challenges of a course with unparalleled personality.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Luxurious. Great views. Popular among couples. Set on the beachfront, in Puerto del Carmen, Lani’s Suites de Luxe - Adults Only features air-conditioned suites with free WiFi. This adults-only hotel offers a swimming pool and restaurant. Each suite comes with a terrace or balcony with sea views, seating area and dining area. There is a flat-screen TV, laptop safe and coffee machine. The bathroom includes a hairdryer and bathrobes. All suites also have ocean and pool views. The adults-only Lani’s Suites de Luxe has a beauty centre and massages are offered. There is also a café, where children are welcome. Lanzarote Airport is 7 km from the property, while Timanfaya National Park is 20 km away. Lanzarote's capital, Arrecife, is 12 km from Lani’s Suites de Luxe - Adults Only.Show full description
This boutique hotel is an absolute gem with excellent facilities and a perfectly relaxing ambiance. Gorgeous minimalist design with light colors and well-maintained rooms and grounds. Beautiful kept environment and pool service very attentive.
Boutique hotel.Luxurious. Popular among couples. This adults-only oceanfront complex offers outdoor pool with Balinese beds and hydromassage loungers. Each room has a private terrace with ocean or garden views. The Red Level at Gran Melia Palacio de Isora is an exclusive private area of the Gran Melia Palacio de Isora. Guests have access to all hotel facilities, including a wide range of international restaurants, 8 bars, including a beach bar, a lagoon-style infinity pool, sun terrace and tennis courts. Each spacious, elegant room at the Red Level comes with a coffee machine, an iPod dock and free WiFi. Bathrooms include a hydromassage shower and an over-sized bath tub. The exclusive Red Level lounge offers free tea and coffee all day. It also includes a poolside bar service and a business centre. There is direct access to Alcalà Beach from the hotel. 40 minutes’ drive from Las Cañadas del Teide National Park, and 35 minutes from Tenerife Reina Sofia Airport. The centre of Alcalá is a 10-minute walk away. Please note that all guests at this hotel must be 16 years old or older.Show full description
A stunning resort located right at the oceanfront, with fantastic pools and great sea views. Extra points for a huge infinity pool, fully equipped tanning area, live violin music at the pool, fresh drinks and snacks around the pool, and Happy hour with fizz and tapas. Wonderful spacious rooms with big beds and great amenities!
Luxury Hotel.Charming. Lovely interior design. Set within tropical gardens, Hotel Fariones has direct access cove in Puerto del Carmen. The main infinity pool is surrounded by palm trees and an infinity pool on rooftop with panoramic views (exclusive for Junior Suite Sea View Relax + Suite Sea View, Suite Loft Sea View, Ocean Suite, Grand Suite and Royal Suite) All rooms offer views of the Atlantic Ocean. Hotel Fariones has restaurants, a la carte restaurants with Macaronesia cuisine and Asian restaurant. The property also has a snack bar located in the main pool and a main buffet. The Hotel Fariones has a tennis court, a sauna and massage service which can be found at the Fariones Sports Center 50 meters from the hotel. Puerto del Carmen's main beach is just 50 metres from Hotel Fariones and has a direct access from hotel. Lanzarote Airport is 10 km away from Fariones while Arrecife is 16 km away.Show full description
Surrounded by beautiful gardens fancy hotel with a beautiful pool and fully equipped tanning area is beyond any expectations. Stunning interior design, great beach, delicious breakfast, and exceptional staff. All rooms have a sea view, excellent comfy beds, and a big shower.
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Great views. Popular among women. Offering an outdoor pool and views of the sea, Las Terrazas de Abama Suites is situated within the Abama Golf Course, and features stunning views of La Gomera and the Teide Volcano. Set in a luxurious complex, this property is surrounded by beautiful gardens. Some suites feature views of the sea and the golf course, while others feature views of the complex. Guests can benefit from a free transfer to the facilities within the property and the beach. Featuring a terrace, each air-conditioned suite features a dining area and a living space with a satellite flat-screen TV. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher, oven and microwave. A refrigerator and kettle are also featured. Other facilities on site include the Melvin Restaurant, offers guests a variety of dining options. The menu, designed by Berasategui, is a special selection of local products that constitutes a unique culinary offer. There is also a gourmet shop at Abama Terraces, offering a wide range of local artisan products and an exquisite selection of wines. Puerto de la Cruz is 37 km from Las Terrazas de Abama Suites. The nearest airport is Tenerife Sur Airport, 26 km from the property. Renovation work is done from April 26th to September 30th, 2024 . The Abama golf course will be closed , is under renovation.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Popular among women. Barceló Tenerife offers luxury accommodation with sea views. The hotel has 8 swimming pools, free WiFi, and a fitness centre. Rooms at the all-inclusive Barceló Tenerife have a balcony and hydromassage bath. The hotel offers evening entertainment and has a show hall. Guests can dine at a buffet or an à-la-carte restaurant . The hotel has 4 bars, including a pool bar. Barceló Tenerife has gardens and guests can enjoy easy access to the nature reserve. There are also tennis and beach volleyball courts.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Charming. Overlooking Duque Beach in Tenerife, the luxurious Bahia Del Duque is surrounded by 6 hectares of subtropical gardens. It offers 5 outdoor pools, fitness centre and stylish accommodation with private balcony. At Gran Hotel Bahia del Duque Resort you can choose between modern rooms and chic villas. All accommodation comes with LCD satellite TV and a bathrobe and slippers. The Gran Bahia del Duque complex offers 8 restaurants, including Italian and Oriental options. There are also 7 bars, including a juice bar and a beach bar. The hotel offers a huge variety of leisure activities, including aerobics classes and whale watching. There are tennis courts, a table tennis table and a botanical walking route. Adeje Golf Course and Siam Water Park are around 5 minutes’ drive from the Bahía Duque. You can drive to Tenerife Sur Airport in around 15 minutes.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CHARMING luxury hotels in Canary Islands.
Resort.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Popular among couples. Featuring direct access to Camisón Beach in Tenerife’s Playa de las Américas, this stylish hotel offers a spa and an outdoor pool. Air-conditioned rooms include a balcony with ocean views and free WiFi. The rooms at Sir Anthony feature parquet floors and modern, elegant décor. Each one has a flat-screen TV, safe and minibar. There is a pillow menu and the private bathroom comes with hairdryer. Some rooms have a private plunge pool. Guests receive a welcome glass of cava on arrival. The Windsor Restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes, and it also features a terrace. There is a poolside juice bar and a private beach club offering live music. Guests can use the neighbouring Mare Nostrum’s spa, where you can find a hot tub, fitness centre and tennis courts. Las Américas Golf Course and Siam Park are 1 km away. Tenerife South Airport is 15 km from the hotel.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great breakfast. This colonial-style hotel on the Costa Adeje features a luxurious spa and beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean. It offers 5 swimming pools, surrounded by sun terraces and gardens. The elegant rooms at the Vincci Selección La Plantación del Sur have a balcony and sea views. They include an interactive flat-screen TV, and a separate hydromassage shower and bath. Vincci Selección La Plantación del Sur includes the Nammu Spa with thermal circuits. Massage and beauty treatments are also available. Duque Beach is just 500 metres from the hotel and there is also a fitness centre on-site. Bicycle and car rental can be organised for guests. There are 2 restaurants at the Vincci La Plantación del Sur, one serves creative Canarian cuisine using local produce; the second one, is specialised in charcoal-grilled meat. The hotel's breakfast includes products for celiacs. There is also a bar. Vincci Selección La Plantación del Sur is 20 minutes’ by car from Reina Sofía Airport.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Hotel Botanico y Oriental Spa Garden offers 3 outdoor pools and luxurious accommodation set in attractive gardens, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Mount Teide. Free unlimited spa access is included for all guests over 16 years old. Hotel Botanico Tenerife’s spacious rooms have air conditioning, satellite TV and views of the ocean, mountains or hotel gardens. All rooms have a large, fully equipped bathroom. The 3,500 m2 spa includes an indoor swimming pool, as well as outdoor pools, a Japanese sauna, and Turkish baths. Beauty treatments including massages and aromatherapy are available. There are 4 restaurants on site, offering Asian, Spanish and Italian dishes. The La Palmera restaurant features an outdoor dining area in the gardens, where you can also find an elegant cocktail bar. Jardin Beach is a 10-minute drive from the property.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Cosy rooms. H10 Atlantic Sunset is located in Playa Paraíso, Costa Adeje and features a bar. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and an outdoor pool. The accommodation provides room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. At H10 Atlantic Sunset, every room is fitted with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. A Spa is available for a surcharge. H10 Atlantic Sunset offers a children's playground. The property features a buffet restaurant where meals for all-inclusive rates are served and several themed restaurants, available for a surcharge. Playa de las Americas is 15 km from the hotel, while Los Cristianos is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Tenerife Sur, 28 km from H10 Atlantic Sunset, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Splash Park closed from the 22nd to the 30th of April due to painting work.Show full description
Resort.Unique. Great location. Hotel LIVVO Volcán Lanzarote is located next to Lanzarote’s Marina Rubicón Port and 900 metres from Playa Blanca. It offers 5 swimming pools, a spa and a gym. Free WiFi is available throughout. All large, air-conditioned rooms at the Volcán Hotel have a separate seating area. They offer views of the marina or the pool and gardens. Satellite TV is provided in all units. The hotel features an adults-only area called Club Volcán, with exclusive rooms offering special treatments and services. The hotel has 4 restaurants, serving a range of international food. There is also a poolside bar where you can get a snack or a drink. The Lanzarote’s spa features a hot tub, a water bubble bed and Turkish bath. You can also use nearby tennis and paddle courts for free. Hotel LIVVO Volcán Lanzarote is 10 km from Timanfaya National Park and 30 minutes away from the international airport of Arrecife.Show full description
Outstanding property with great open-air jacuzzis around the pool with magnificent views. Wonderful location near the Marina in Playa Blanca. The room is fantastic with a sea view and a balcony to enjoy the sunsets. Enormous comfy beds, well-equipped bathroom, and beautiful furniture. WOW!
Resort.Beautiful. Set in Tenerife’s southwest coast, this timeless island retreat overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and neighbouring island of Gomera. It has 7 outdoor pools, an award-winning spa and is in close distance to a golf course, a tennis academy and golden-sand beach. All come with luxury marble bathrooms, and interactive TVs and internet access. The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama is made up of Moorish-inspired buildings housing guestrooms and villas. The resort is set in lush tropical gardens on a cliff top, with a Resort Train down to the exclusive beach" Each room and villa has an ethnic style, and most enjoy views over the gardens, and Atlantic Ocean. "The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama offers 8 restaurants, including 2 with Michelin stars (open according to seasonality). There is a large spa, featuring 10 treatment rooms and a wellness and fitness center. The hotel also offers two zones for younger guests, The Ritz Kids and The Zone, Fun & Entertainment center.Show full description
Top-notch resort with great surroundings and beautiful views over La Gomera. Perfect facilities - well-maintained park, beautiful beach, great service, and different pools. The rooms and villas are very spacious with large bathrooms and very comfortable beds. A good night's sleep is guaranteed. Book a magnificent golf course for extra fun!
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