Spring Hotel Bitacora is a busy, family-friendly, mid-range resort hotel right in the bustling center of Playa de las Americas. The 314 rooms here come in two main categories: Standards and Superiors; the latter have a few perks such as bathrobes and pool/sea views, but the categories are otherwise more or less the same, with neutral decor, sofa beds, and balconies. It's the amenities that really shine here, and the hotel features two huge pools (one for kids and one for everyone), a huge kids' club with all sorts of slides and ball pits, and unusual nightly entertainment including acrobatics shows and regular performances by a popular local Eagles cover band. All-inclusive rates are available at the singular buffet restaurant. However, it's noisy and hectic overall and those without kids will probably find it unbearable. If you fit into that category, consider checking out the slightly quieter Hotel Gala instead.
Spring Hotel Bitacora is a busy, family-friendly, mid-range resort hotel right in the bustling center of Playa de las Americas. The 314 rooms here come in two main categories: Standards and Superiors; the latter have a few perks such as bathrobes and pool/sea views, but the categories are otherwise more or less the same, with neutral decor, sofa beds, and balconies. It's the amenities that really shine here, and the hotel features two huge pools (one for kids and one for everyone), a huge kids' club with all sorts of slides and ball pits, and unusual nightly entertainment including acrobatics shows and regular performances by a popular local Eagles cover band. All-inclusive rates are available at the singular buffet restaurant. However, it's noisy and hectic overall and those without kids will probably find it unbearable. If you fit into that category, consider checking out the slightly quieter Hotel Gala instead.
The 366-room Las Piramides is a budget resort in central Playa de las Americas, about a five-minute walk from the beach. To look on the bright side would be to point out the hotel's excellent location, four pools, cheerful staff, and low rates. But there are many deterrents: Interiors are dull and dim, furnishings are dated, in-room comforts are scant, and the atmosphere is noisy. The den-like rooms, which range from studios to two-bedroom apartments, come with kitchenettes and private balconies or terraces, but not all have air-conditioning and their flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi both come at a charge. All-inclusive rates can add more value, but guests regularly question the quality of the food and drink at Las Piramides' two pool bars and one buffet restaurant. The nearby Aparthotel Parque de la Paz has fewer pools, but is more attractive and pleasant.
The 366-room Las Piramides is a budget resort in central Playa de las Americas, about a five-minute walk from the beach. To look on the bright side would be to point out the hotel's excellent location, four pools, cheerful staff, and low rates. But there are many deterrents: Interiors are dull and dim, furnishings are dated, in-room comforts are scant, and the atmosphere is noisy. The den-like rooms, which range from studios to two-bedroom apartments, come with kitchenettes and private balconies or terraces, but not all have air-conditioning and their flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi both come at a charge. All-inclusive rates can add more value, but guests regularly question the quality of the food and drink at Las Piramides' two pool bars and one buffet restaurant. The nearby Aparthotel Parque de la Paz has fewer pools, but is more attractive and pleasant.
Hotel Sir Anthony is a boutique resort that's part of a larger complex shared with two rowdier -- and less chichi -- resorts. The 70 rooms and suites are unabashedly elegant, with high-end amenities (minibars even have full-sized bottles of top-shelf liquor), sleek bathrooms, and sea-facing balconies. Its location next to the beach in the heart of Playa de las Americas is among its most attractive selling points, although the lovely outdoor pool surrounded by grass and palm trees is not too shabby either. A great restaurant serving locally sourced fare and a spa with ample treatments are also available, but no fitness center directly on-site. Travelers who like the location but want to save some cash may prefer the more affordable Cleopatra Palace or Mediterranean Palace, both of which are part of the same larger resort complex.
Hotel Sir Anthony is a boutique resort that's part of a larger complex shared with two rowdier -- and less chichi -- resorts. The 70 rooms and suites are unabashedly elegant, with high-end amenities (minibars even have full-sized bottles of top-shelf liquor), sleek bathrooms, and sea-facing balconies. Its location next to the beach in the heart of Playa de las Americas is among its most attractive selling points, although the lovely outdoor pool surrounded by grass and palm trees is not too shabby either. A great restaurant serving locally sourced fare and a spa with ample treatments are also available, but no fitness center directly on-site. Travelers who like the location but want to save some cash may prefer the more affordable Cleopatra Palace or Mediterranean Palace, both of which are part of the same larger resort complex.
While it advertises itself as a luxury adult-only property, the Zentral is actually a no-frills, mid-range business hotel. Rooms are clean and spacious, but basic overall and featuring dated, uninspired decor. It is a decent pick for business travelers and couples on a budget, but the hotel lacks atmosphere and offers little in the way of amenities. Nevertheless, location within walking distance to the beach and to restaurants is convenient, and the rooftop pool -- although small and a little plain -- is a nice perk.
While it advertises itself as a luxury adult-only property, the Zentral is actually a no-frills, mid-range business hotel. Rooms are clean and spacious, but basic overall and featuring dated, uninspired decor. It is a decent pick for business travelers and couples on a budget, but the hotel lacks atmosphere and offers little in the way of amenities. Nevertheless, location within walking distance to the beach and to restaurants is convenient, and the rooftop pool -- although small and a little plain -- is a nice perk.
The mid-range Park Club Europe Hotel is a family-friendly property located a 10-minute walk from two beaches, one of which is Playa de las Americas. There are numerous restaurants, bars, and shops nearby, yet the property remains largely quiet. The 241 rooms have either dated decor or contemporary stylish, though standard amenities include modern mosaic-tiled showers, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and furnished balconies. Unfortunately, only upgraded units have air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi is limited to the lobby. Features are extensive, including a big pool, daily activities and nightly entertainment -- which is reportedly mediocre -- various sports facilities, and some animals for kids to feed. All-inclusive rates cover all meals and accompanying wine, beer, soft drinks, and water, but food receives mixed reviews. Couples may prefer the adult-only and more contemporary Hotel Sunprime Ocean View.
The mid-range Park Club Europe Hotel is a family-friendly property located a 10-minute walk from two beaches, one of which is Playa de las Americas. There are numerous restaurants, bars, and shops nearby, yet the property remains largely quiet. The 241 rooms have either dated decor or contemporary stylish, though standard amenities include modern mosaic-tiled showers, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and furnished balconies. Unfortunately, only upgraded units have air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi is limited to the lobby. Features are extensive, including a big pool, daily activities and nightly entertainment -- which is reportedly mediocre -- various sports facilities, and some animals for kids to feed. All-inclusive rates cover all meals and accompanying wine, beer, soft drinks, and water, but food receives mixed reviews. Couples may prefer the adult-only and more contemporary Hotel Sunprime Ocean View.
The 217-room, upper-middle-range Marylanza Suites & Spa is a low-key, family-friendly all-inclusive next to Golf Las Americas, about a 15-minute walk from the adrenalized beach zone. Its two-story buildings form a rectangular enclosure around two large pools, plus a separate kids' pool and a poolside bar and grill. All rooms are air-conditioned apartment-style suites -- some overlooking the pool or golf course -- with kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and private patios or balconies. The hotel offers a buffet restaurant with a 15-day dinner program that prevents redundancy, as well as an a la carte restaurant, a lobby bar with local tapas and wines, and a disco with light entertainment at night. Notable are the excellent hydrotherapy spa and fitness facility, both of which incur extra fees. HD Parque Cristobal provides a similarly relaxed environment for families, but is just a three-minute walk from the beach.
The 217-room, upper-middle-range Marylanza Suites & Spa is a low-key, family-friendly all-inclusive next to Golf Las Americas, about a 15-minute walk from the adrenalized beach zone. Its two-story buildings form a rectangular enclosure around two large pools, plus a separate kids' pool and a poolside bar and grill. All rooms are air-conditioned apartment-style suites -- some overlooking the pool or golf course -- with kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and private patios or balconies. The hotel offers a buffet restaurant with a 15-day dinner program that prevents redundancy, as well as an a la carte restaurant, a lobby bar with local tapas and wines, and a disco with light entertainment at night. Notable are the excellent hydrotherapy spa and fitness facility, both of which incur extra fees. HD Parque Cristobal provides a similarly relaxed environment for families, but is just a three-minute walk from the beach.
Parque Santiago IV is a simple and tranquil mid-range beach resort with a stellar location in the middle of Playa de las Americas. Its L-shaped structure, which has a classic Spanish stucco style with green-tile trim and striped awnings, sleepily commands a prime corner position on the coast. The 94 apartment-style units range from studios to three-bedroom apartments and penthouses; all are basic and old-fashioned, but feature furnished balconies or patios and kitchenettes. The resort's standout feature is its beautiful and peaceful beach-facing garden, which has two huge pools, a snack bar, a playground, and gorgeous and well-maintained landscaping. There's no pounding music, supervised activities, or poolside entertainment. As a result, the vibe here is substantially more serene than most of the resorts along the promenade. For a place with more buzz and bounce, try Parque Santiago III, next door.
Parque Santiago IV is a simple and tranquil mid-range beach resort with a stellar location in the middle of Playa de las Americas. Its L-shaped structure, which has a classic Spanish stucco style with green-tile trim and striped awnings, sleepily commands a prime corner position on the coast. The 94 apartment-style units range from studios to three-bedroom apartments and penthouses; all are basic and old-fashioned, but feature furnished balconies or patios and kitchenettes. The resort's standout feature is its beautiful and peaceful beach-facing garden, which has two huge pools, a snack bar, a playground, and gorgeous and well-maintained landscaping. There's no pounding music, supervised activities, or poolside entertainment. As a result, the vibe here is substantially more serene than most of the resorts along the promenade. For a place with more buzz and bounce, try Parque Santiago III, next door.
One of the most luxurious hotels in the Canary Islands, Hotel Las Madrigueras Golf Resort & Spa is a 57-room adult-only golf hotel on the border of Golf Las Americas. Manicured grounds and tropical foliage surround its Spanish-Colonial-inspired buildings, and a hushed atmosphere permeates inside and out. Spacious rooms and suites are regal and refined, with traditional decor such as hardwood floors and rich area rugs, plus conveniences like minibars, pillow menus, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and free Wi-Fi. Las Madrigueras' two restaurants offer outdoor seating, but note that terrace reservations go quickly. The hotel's heated pool, quiet spa and fitness center, and lush courtyard are peaceful, but the entire daytime atmosphere feels somewhat desolate, as most guests are out on the course. At night, a billiards room and piano bar provide some liveliness. As far as small luxury hotels in Tenerife go, only the Indonesian-style boutique hotel Royal Gardens Villas comes close to Las Madrigueras' level of refinement.
One of the most luxurious hotels in the Canary Islands, Hotel Las Madrigueras Golf Resort & Spa is a 57-room adult-only golf hotel on the border of Golf Las Americas. Manicured grounds and tropical foliage surround its Spanish-Colonial-inspired buildings, and a hushed atmosphere permeates inside and out. Spacious rooms and suites are regal and refined, with traditional decor such as hardwood floors and rich area rugs, plus conveniences like minibars, pillow menus, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and free Wi-Fi. Las Madrigueras' two restaurants offer outdoor seating, but note that terrace reservations go quickly. The hotel's heated pool, quiet spa and fitness center, and lush courtyard are peaceful, but the entire daytime atmosphere feels somewhat desolate, as most guests are out on the course. At night, a billiards room and piano bar provide some liveliness. As far as small luxury hotels in Tenerife go, only the Indonesian-style boutique hotel Royal Gardens Villas comes close to Las Madrigueras' level of refinement.
