Travel to Puerto de la Cruz with us
The three major tourist resorts may sit on the south of Tenerife, but that’s not say you should ignore the north – with Puerto de la Cruz offering an interesting alternative to the likes of Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos.
Despite being one of the oldest resorts on the island, Puerto de la Cruz retains an air of Canarian heritage and charm; with quaint narrow streets full of boutiques, bars and restaurants.
As well as being able to marvel at architecture from the famous artist Manrique, people staying in the resort can take a dip at the Lago Martianez artificial sea lake, enjoy a round of golf La Rosaleda Golf Club or spend the day in Loro Parque.
One of the top zoos around, Loro Parque is famous for being one of the few places where it is possible to see orca whales – with special shows running every day.
Volcanic black sand is a feature of the local beaches, whilst the area around the harbour is good for swimming thanks to the sheltered waters.
The laid back resort features a range of bars and restaurants but it isn’t the place to expect a rowdy night out, with people more inclined to sit back with a bottle of wine on an evening.
Language
Spanish
Currency
Euro
When to go
June to Sept
Flight Time
4hr 30min
Things To Do
Loro Parque
Loro Parque is one of the largest wildlife parks in Europe and one of the must see attractions for anyone paying a visit to Tenerife. The park, which is a sanctuary for a number of endangered species, houses various different types of animals with the biggest draw being a collection of orcas that are involved in a popular show every day.
Botanical Gardens
If you want to spend some time exploring outdoors away from the beach then a few hours strolling through the botanical gardens is a good way to pass the time. Enjoy taking in the scenic views and embrace the peaceful surroundings at your own leisure.
Lago Martiánez
Explore modern contemporary art at the same time as you take a refreshing dip in the seawater pools of Lago Martiánez, which are located near to the Playa Martiánez beach. It’s a good place to take a dip with the kids, with plenty of lifeguards on duty.
Castillo de San Felipe
This small tower sits next to Playa Jardin and is a great place to visit if you want to take in views of the surrounding area. There are plenty of chances to learn about the military history of the building, which is occasionally opened up for special events.
Traditional cuisine
If you want to sample traditional cuisine from the island then the restaurants in Puerto de la Cruz will leave you somewhat spoiled for choice. You’ll be able to try all manner of dishes washed down with top quality Canarian wine with something to suit all palates.
Orotava Valley
One of the most scenic parts of the north of the island, Orotava Valley is packed with lush vegetation and is home to various walking trails on which you can head off and embrace the beauty of the volcanic landscapes.
Best Hotels In Puerto de la Cruz
Bahia Principe San Felipe Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Bahia Principe San Felipe Hotel is an ideal choice for guests wanting to be close to the attractions and the city centre, as well as having the facility to relax in a beautiful sur...
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Be Live Experience Orotava Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Be Live Experience Orotava Hotel offers exceptional customer service and is set in a great location for guests to enjoy all of the attractions in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz....
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Best Semiramis Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Best Semiramis Hotel is positioned within a quiet residential area, the heart of the resort is just a short walk away, whilst guests can also benefit from the fact that the hotel...
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Botanico & The Oriental Spa Garden Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Botanico & The Oriental Spa Garden Hotel is a delightful 5-star hotel, which is set in beautiful subtropical gardens and offers their guests luxury and comfort throughout. It is n...
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Casablanca Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
Casablanca Apartments is a lovely complex that offers a family friendly service and is centrally located to all that there is to enjoy in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz. There is...
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Club Ambassador Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
Club Ambassador Apartments is a 3 star complex situated in a quiet area of Puerto de la Cruz. Within walking distance are the Botanic Gardens, just 600 metres away. This is a lov...
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Concordia Playa Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Checkin Concordia Playa Hotel has a fabulous location, just a few steps from the oceanfront and the many attractions are also only a short walk away. It has a friendly service and...
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GF Noelia Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
GF Noelia Apartments are perfectly located in the heart of Puerto de la Cruz and just a few minutes' walk from the naturally black volcanic sandy beaches, where you will find many...
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H10 Tenerife Playa Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The H10 Tenerife Playa Hotel is located in a beautiful beachfront position that allows guests to have immediate access to the lovely palm tree lined promenade and the very popular...
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Perla Tenerife Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Perla Tenerife Hotel is a lovely 3-star hotel that is situated next to the old town, in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz. There is a local bus service that runs through the resort...
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Puerto De La Cruz Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Puerto de la Cruz Hotel is located in the residential area of La Paz, where there are many bars and restaurants for holidaymakers to enjoy and just a short walk to the popular...
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RF Bambi Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
RF Bambi Apartments is a 2 star family friendly complex in a central location. The centre of Puerto de la Cruz is just 400 metres away. In the resort centre there are plenty of b...
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San Telmo Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The 3 star San Telmo Hotel is situated within walking distance of the resort centre and the beautiful port. San Telmo promenade overlooks the sea and has a variety of shops, bars...
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Sol Costa Atlantis Tenerife Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Sol Costa Atlantis Tenerife Hotel is a modern 4-star hotel that is located close to the seafront, in the harbour town of Puerto de la Cruz, with many bars and restaurants just...
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Tigaiga Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Tigaiga Hotel is a family run 4 star hotel situated approximately 1 km from the centre of Puerto de la Cruz. The complex is surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens and has panora...
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Trianflor Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Trianflor Hotel is located in the heart of Puerto de la Cruz, where you can find an abundance of bars and restaurants and shops for that ultimate shopping experience. The fa...
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TRYP Puerto De La Cruz Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The 4 star Tryp Puerto de la Cruz Hotel is a stunning hotel in a fantastic location. The resort centre is right on your doorstep and the beach is a stones throw away. In Puerto d...
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Weare La Paz Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Renovated in 2010, Weare La Paz Hotel is a 4-star hotel set in attractive tropical gardens and close to the many bars, restaurants and fantastic shopping opportunities that the res...
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Be Live Adults Only Tenerife Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Part of the Be Live Hotel Group, this fabulous hotel is an adult only hotel that has been refurbished to create very stylish and modern accommodation and facilities to ensure adult...
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Be Smart Florida Plaza Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
The Be Smart Florida Plaza Apartments is a 3* complex in Puerto de la Cruz on the island of Tenerife that is suitable for all the family. Situated in the heart of the resort, th...
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Bellavista Mirador Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
The Bellavista Mirador Apartments is located close to the oceanfront in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz. Guests would only need to take a short walk to enjoy the fun days at th...
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Blue Sea Costa Jardin & Spa Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Blue Sea Costa Jardin & Spa Hotel is a glorious 4-star hotel that offers their guests a peaceful and tranquil setting, within gardens filled with beautiful trees and flowers....
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Blue Sea Interpalace Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Blue Sea Interpalace Hotel is located in a residential area of Puerto de la Cruz, close to the seafront and just a short walk or taxi ride to the resort centre. The hotel ha...
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Blue Sea Puerto Resort Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Blue Sea Puerto Resort Hotel is in the heart of Puerto de la Cruz and close to Lago beach and the very popular Lago Martianez, which is a spectacular sea water lake, with bars...
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Casa Del Sol Aparthotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Casa Del Sol Aparthotel is a lovely 3-star complex that is centrally located in the delightful town of Puerto de la Cruz. It is a small complex, offering exceptional servic...
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Chinyero Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
The Chinyero Apartments is centrally located in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz, for guests can enjoy the beautiful volcanic sandy beach, where they can find sun loungers that can...
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Don Manolito Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Don Manolito Hotel is a lovely little complex that is situated just a few minute's walk from the beach and the old town of Puerto de la Cruz. The beautiful marina is also c...
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Florasol Aparthotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Florasol Aparthotel is a delightful hotel, set within picturesque gardens and offers exceptional service for a memorable holiday for families and couples, on the island of Tene...
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Globales Acuario Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Globales Acuario Hotel is a 2* complex located in Puerto de la Cruz on the island of Tenerife, offering the opportunity to enjoy a break in the sun on a budget. Sitting in t...
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Gran Turquesa Playa Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Gran Turquesa Playa Hotel is situated in the peaceful area, close to the old town and the beautiful marina, in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz. The beachfront is just 100 m...
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La Carabela Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
The Lago Martianez is a lovely 3-star complex that sits centrally to all of the attractions that can be enjoyed in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz. The hotel offers a 24-hour f...
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Las Aguilas Suite Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Las Aguilas Suite Hotel is located on the edge of Puerto de la Cruz, on a hillside, with fabulous views of the resort and across the ocean. There are many bars and restauran...
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Los Dragos Norte Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
Los Dragos Norte Apartments is a 3-star complex, which is located close to the old town or Puerto de la Cruz, in a peaceful and tranquil setting. The complex has been renovated...
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Maritim Tenerife Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Maritim Tenerife Hotel has a fabulous oceanfront position and is also close to the old town of Puerto de la Cruz. There is a 24-hour reception desk that offers a wide range...
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Marquesa Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Marquesa Hotel is a 3 star hotel that is located in the streets of Puerto de la Cruz and just a few minute's walk away from the fabulous Lago Martianez, where the salt water from t...
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Masaru Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
The Masaru Apartments is located in the heart of Puerto de la Cruz, just a short walk to the beach and the city centre, where guests can enjoy the colourful streets filled with sho...
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Monopol Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Monopol Hotel is a 3-star complex, which is located close to the oceanfront and just a short walk away from the fabulous Lago Martianez, where holidaymakers come from all over the...
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Park Plaza Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
Park Plaza Apartments is situated in the old part of Puerto de la Cruz, down the narrow streets, full of colourful buildings with beautiful handcrafted balustrades on the balconies...
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Parque Vacacional Eden Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
There is a local bus service for guests to get around the resort and to close by attractions such as Lago Martianez where the ocean water is filtered through to create stunning poo...
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Pez Azul Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
The Pez Azul Apartments is a 3* complex in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz that is the ideal option for couples and families wanting to enjoy a break in the sun. The nearest bea...
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Puerto Palace Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Puerto Palace Hotel is a located in the old part of Puerto de la Cruz, in a peaceful area, for guests to enjoy the relaxing days in the sun. The hotel is not far from many...
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RF Astoria Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The RF Astoria Hotel has a fabulous location, close to the oceanfront and offers a child free zone, for adults to relax and unwind in the glorious Canarian sun. Days spent by t...
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Sol Parque San Antonio Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
Sol Parque San Antonio Hotel is a fantastic 4 star hotel set amidst tropical gardens and has stunning views of Mount Teide. This hotel is in an ideal location for those who enjoy...
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Teide Mar Apartments
Puerto de la Cruz
Coral Teide Mar Apartments is a 3 star complex in the lovely resort of Puerto de la Cruz. This complex has been built in a typical Canarian style with stunning views of Mount Teid...
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Tropical Hotel
Puerto de la Cruz
The Tropical Hotel is located in the heart of Puerto de la Cruz on the island of Tenerife and is suitable for all the family. Renovated in 2011, the hotel is not only close to t...
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