Five-star doesn’t have to imply imposing facades and legions of starched-collar staff. When it comes to accommodation, both shiny-shoed finesse and barefoot seclusion sit in Tenerife’s lap of luxury. You can chill in sub-tropical gardens within the hills of the lush north, be spa-struck by the award-winning wellness facilities in Puerto de la Cruz, and loiter round private pools in the upper echelons of Costa Adeje hostelries in the sunny south. Here’s our pick of the best five-star hotels in Tenerife, from huge resorts to opulent boutique establishments in areas including Costa Adeje and Puerto de la Cruz.
How we review
Every hotel in this curated list has been visited by one of our expert reviewers, who are usually hosted on a complimentary basis. They stay for a minimum of one night, test at least one meal and trial other experiences that the hotel might have to offer.
At a glance, the best five-star hotels in Tenerife
- The best five-star hotel in Tenerife overall – Bahía Del Duque
- The best family-friendly five-star hotel in Tenerife – The Ritz-Carlton, Abama
- The best adults-only five-star hotel in Tenerife – Meliá Hacienda del Conde
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• The best hotels in Tenerife
There’s a full-service spa, a star-gazing observatory, and scenic paths through beautiful mature gardens. Service is top-notch.
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With botanical barriers and nothing but a barely audible whisper of wind through palm leaves, you feel like you’re home alone. An ocean-view sauna tucked away in the corner of a garden can be booked for private use at no charge, plus there are two outdoor pools with surrounding sundecks.
Contributions by Rachel Cranshaw
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This slick all-suite hotel for couples and families has a cavernous James Bond-type lobby and inn…
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This sleek all-suite hotel overlooking Costa Adeje offers cool, contemporary styling and a specta…
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This adults-only boutique spa hotel set in an unspoilt corner of Tenerife is a world away from th…
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Five-star doesn’t have to imply imposing facades and legions of starched-collar staff. When it comes to accommodation, both shiny-shoed finesse and barefoot seclusion sit in Tenerife’s lap of luxury. You can chill in sub-tropical gardens within the hills of the lush north, be spa-struck by the award-winning wellness facilities in Puerto de la Cruz, and loiter round private pools in the upper echelons of Costa Adeje hostelries in the sunny south. Here’s our pick of the best five-star hotels in Tenerife, from huge resorts to opulent boutique establishments.