Ernesto Sarti 5, Spain | (888) 822-7560
All-inclusive resort half a block from the beach
Spacious rooms with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and balconies
Large pool with lots of loungers and palm trees
Two restaurants, including a buffet and a grill
Kids’ club, playground, arcade, and a kiddy pool
Yoga and Pilates studio, complete with a massage room
Small fitness center with a handful of machines and natural light
Free parking (limited spaces available)
Meeting rooms with audiovisual equipment
Most rooms are basic and dated
Fee for Wi-Fi (30 minutes of free Wi-Fi per day)
Fee for use of tennis court and in-room safe
Families with young children would do well at this 473-room, mid-range all-inclusive. It is not a 4-star property (as advertised), but it does feature a few nice amenities, including a large pool with a kiddy section; a kids’ club; two restaurants; and daily entertainment. The location a two-minute walk from a great beach is a major plus -- but rooms, although spacious and sunny, are basic, with dated decor, average bathrooms, and balconies furnished with plastic chairs. It’s a busy hotel, so couples looking to spend some quiet days in the sun may want to compare rates at neighboring adult-only Hovima Costa Adeje.
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Scene
A large beach resort popular among couples with kids
Housed in a large six-story building built at an angle to the beach, Iberostar Torviscas Playa is similar to most other mid-range beach hotels around. The bi-level lobby is large and bright, with lots of homey seating areas furnished with light grey velvet couches, laminate floors, and plants. Designed to resemble a greenhouse with slanted glass ceilings and a large glass wall overlooking the main entrance, the central part of the lobby is sunny and attractive. Big marble stairs lead to the downstairs lobby, which features similar decor with more wood accents and small pebble gardens with a few plants. There is nothing particularly stylish here, but the space is spotless and pleasant. Rooms, however, are a little lackluster, with dated, uninspired decor and modern yet basic amenities. The hotel features a coupe of meeting rooms, but with kid-friendly amenities, a location a block from the beach, and a large pool, the hotel draws mostly families.
Location
A two-minute walk from one of Costa Adeje’s best beaches
The hotel is located off a one-way street lined with hotels, shops selling souvenirs and beach gear, and restaurants. Down the street -- less than a block away -- is Fañabé, one of Costa Adeje’s largest and most famous beaches. Guests can sign up for boat excursions and do water sports at Puerto Colón, located a 10-minute walk away. Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos, both known for their nice beaches, can be reached by car in 15 minutes, or in 20 by bus. There is a bus stop a five-minute walk from the property. The airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Rooms
Rooms are spacious and bright -- but mostly dated
The hotel has 473 rooms, all spotless and featuring solid amenities, such as flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. However, those expecting 4-star quality and style (as advertised) may feel disappointed. Decor is dated for the most part, with thin, yellow bedspreads, basic wooden furniture, and bare walls (there’s only a small photo or painting above the bed). Balconies are furnished with plastic chairs and tables, and some rooms have sea views. Priority Location rooms offer more space and a range of extra perks, including access to the sixth-floor sun deck, complete with a pool. Connecting rooms are available upon request. The hotel offers 30 minutes of free Internet access a day.
Features
A large pool deck, two restaurants, and lots of kid-friendly amenities
The main pool deck is large and appealing, with lots of loungers, palm trees, a grill restaurant with outdoor seating, and partial ocean views. There is an additional, quieter pool on the sixth floor, but it is exclusive for Privilege guests. The hotel offers a few options for those looking to stay active during their vacation, including a small but modern fitness center with natural light, yoga and Pilates classes, and a tennis court (for a fee). The movement studio doubles as a massage room, but the property lacks a full spa. Aside from the poolside grill, the hotel offers a buffet restaurant serving up standard all-inclusive fare for all three meals. With a kiddy pool, a kids’ club, a playground and an arcade for teens, the hotel is a solid option for those traveling with children. On-site parking is available free of charge.