Best Luxury Hotels in Canary Islands

Reserved for adult travellers, La Isla y El Mar was the first hotel in the world to receive the Biosphere Responsible Tourism certificate, awarded by the Unesco Institute for Responsible Tourism. Alongside its 81 modern suites, is The African Secret, the hotel’s wellness centre, a buffet dining area and an on-trend a la carte restaurant. If you’re in need of some time in a cool, calm oasis, book a stay here. 

Located on the sun-soaked Playa El Camisón, Hotel Sir Anthony offers guests from across the globe a luxurious escape. This boutique seafront haven boasts 70 spacious rooms and suites and features deluxe suites with exclusive services including access to the restaurants in the Mare Nostrum Resort. The hotel itself offers sublime Mediterranean cuisine and a lively atmosphere in Windsor Gastronomic Palace thanks to the weekly live music and entertainment. Guests can unwind in the lush Sir Anthony Oasis Wellness facilities and choose from a host of treatments or enjoy the unique jacuzzi cabin for couples’ treatments. This stunning hotel is centred around a 200m2 swimming pool with a hammock and Balinese bad area. There are also fitness facilities in the Mediterranean Palace which guests have unlimited access to. The hotel is also conveniently close to the popular shopping area of the ‘Golden Mile’.

At the foot of the imposing Mount Teide, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, sits the luxurious Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora. This five-star sanctuary boasts 19 room options ranging from deluxe rooms and suites to RedLevel-exclusive accommodations including the RedLevel Master Suite Ocean View with Bathtub on the Terrace. RedLevel services include access to reserved and private areas of the hotel; preferential reservations for eateries and facilities; and butler service. There are 10 restaurants and bars to choose from and guests can enjoy live music performances and evening entertainment at the Plaza Atlántica. The hotel is home to four outdoor pools, including the longest infinity pool in Europe, in addition to an indoor spa pool. There are 2000m2 of spa facilities, a 24-hour fitness centre and tennis and paddle courts. The hotel is family-friendly and offers a kids club and designated water play park with slides as well as adults-only areas and experiences. It is also pet-friendly.

Located on the Costa Adeje’s ‘Golden Mile’, JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar (formerly Iberostar Grand El Mirador) is an adults-only Canarian sanctuary overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. There is an array of suites to choose from including the Star Prestige Sea-view Suite with a 30m2 terrace and access to the exclusive Star Prestige area, La Balconada. La Balconada features a pool, sun terrace and an open bar among other services. There are 3 restaurants and 2 bars to enjoy including fine dining at El Cenador gourmet restaurant. The 1,000m2 SPA Sensations offers personalised treatments and a large spa circuit, complete with a hydrodynamic pool and a whirlpool bath. The hotel has a fully equipped fitness room with sea views; a professional squash court; and discounted green fees at the top 5 golf courses on the island.

Located on the Costa Adeje Golf Course, the award-winning Hotel Royal Garden Villas boasts twenty-eight sensational 1- to 3-bedroom villas, each with a private, heated pool and features the Queen Villa with Pavillion. There are three dining venues, including the gourmet Jardín restaurant with its extensive wine cellar, as well as the option to enjoy floating brunch from the comfort of your own pool. There is also a weekly poolside dining experience with a tasting menu and live music. Guests can enjoy the exclusive Golden Pond Spa with lavish treatments and facilities including Hydromassage showers, a Turkish Bath, and a fitness centre. Unique couples Spa packages are also available. The hotel also boasts scenic sailing and fishing trips aboard the ‘Royal Garden’ boat where you can spot Canarian marine life.

The colonial-style, adults-only Hacienda del Conde Meliã Collection resort is nestled in the natural beauty of Tenerife and overlooks the Teno Massif. Part of the “Small Luxury Hotels of the World”, this five-star hotel offers eight luxurious accommodation types including deluxe rooms and suites overlooking the sea and nearby Buenavista Golf Course. Suite packages include green fees for golf lovers and cycling equipment for cyclists in addition to terraces and whirlpool bathtubs for all to enjoy. There are six dining venues to choose from and a range of local and international cuisine in gourmet and casual settings. Guests can relax by the stunning, two-tiered swimming pool with Bali beds and sea views. There is a wellness centre offering treatments and sauna and hydrotherapy facilities. Guests can also make use of the fitness centre offering tours, classes and golf lessons.

The seaside Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Resort has been stylishly designed to capture the essence of a traditional 19th-century, Canarian colonial villa. With tremendous views of the Atlantic Ocean, the hotel boasts 386 beautifully decorated rooms, 58 suites and 40 private villas, including the Presidential Suite and the luxurious Suite Imelda with a private outdoor jacuzzi. The stunning Casas Ducales feature deluxe rooms and suites, including a lavish Presidential Suite, and exclusive services. Each villa is built into volcanic stone and offers a private plunge pool & solarium terrace. There are 9 dining venues serving local and international cuisine including Michelin-starred Nub Restaurant in addition to 14 bars & lounges. There is an award-winning Spa with immersive treatments at Bahía Wellness Retreat as well as a fitness centre with personalised physiotherapy options and a beauty studio. There is a tranquil outdoor Vitality pool with a Thalassotherapy circuit, complete with a Hammam, and outdoor solarium.

H10 Ocean Dreams Boutique Hotel is a tranquil, adults-only getaway in Corralejo, Fuerteventura. There are 94 spacious guestrooms and suites which have been stylishly decorated and include every contemporary comfort. The hotel is located approximately 500m from a beautiful white sand beach and near the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park. There is a large outdoor heated swimming pool fitted with underwater massage beds. The hotel also boasts a solarium with Balinese beds and the indulgent Despacio Thalasso Centre with its dynamic pool, chromotherapy shower, Hammam, sauna, gymnasium, and lush treatment room. H10 Ocean Dreams features live music and professional performances at night time to entertain guests. Citrus Restaurant and the Tragaluz Bar and Terrace make for the perfect venues to unwind and enjoy a selection of delicious food and beverage options including tapas and cocktails.

The luxurious Casa León Royal Retreat has everything you need for a much-needed getaway to the stunning island of Gran Canaria. Each of the hotel’s 27 guestrooms and suites feature expansive windows to allow you to make the most of the year-round sunshine. Guests can dine in style in the on-site restaurant serving gourmet cuisine using the finest locally sourced, traditional Spanish ingredients. The Lion’s Bar invites guests to savour a cocktail by the fireplace or enjoy the views from the terrace. There is a spectacular outdoor infinity pool overlooking the island’s scenic landscapes. The hotel spa offers a range of treatments and wellness facilities to leave you feeling refreshed. There is a fully equipped fitness studio complete with classes and activities such as yoga and Pilates. Guests can stay in touch with nature from the comfort of this resort in the tranquil and expertly landscaped gardens of Casa León Royal Retreat. The hotel is pet-friendly.

The spectacular Dreams Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort is located in the scenic Playa Blanca area of Lanzarote. There is an exceptional selection of 447 modern and comfortable guestrooms and suites fitted with private terraces and balconies offering unbeatable views over the Atlantic Ocean. There are also exclusive Preferred Club rooms which come with additional amenities to help you make the most of your stay. The hotel boasts six restaurants with diverse offerings and exclusive Preferred Club Lounge access. There are nine swimming pools around the resort which are accompanied by eight poolside bars serving exceptional cocktails. Guests are invited to take full advantage of the Dreams Spa and wellness facilities including a 25-meter heated semi-Olympic pool. There is also an expansive 24-hour fitness facility. This family-friendly hotel offers a kid’s water park and other children-friendly amenities. This hotel is dog friendly.

The Hotel Hacienda de Abajo can be found nestled in the heart of La Palma’s Tazacorte area. Spread over four buildings, the former 17th century sugar plantation has undergone complete refurbishment to become the first emblematic hotel in the Canary Islands. The interior garden of the hotel is the former orchard of the hacienda and offers a unique setting for your Canarian getaway. Choose from a collection of lavish guestrooms and suites complete with regal and traditional décor including 18th century French tapestries. Be sure to enjoy the island’s finest offerings on site for breakfast and brunch in La Salita or opt to savour gourmet Atlantic dining at El Sitio restaurant. The hotel boasts a heated swimming pool for guests looking to escape reality and relax. For those wishing to take it a step further, the spa & wellness centre offer beauty treatments and massages to enhance your stay.

On a clifftop on La Palma’s stunning southwest coast sits the grand Hotel La Palma Princess. The hotel is comprised of several three-story, Canarian-inspired buildings boasting 484 guestrooms and suites which overlook the hotel’s tropical gardens, any of the seven outdoor swimming pools, or the Atlantic Ocean from the hotel’s prime location. The hotel boasts multiple inviting dining options including a speciality restaurant with an excellent tasting menu as well as three buffet-style restaurants. The Aqua Princess Spa is available to guests and is equipped with thermal circuit and a selection of massages and treatments. The “Vital & Fitness” wellness programme offers clifftop Tai Chi lessons and an array of fitness facilities including a sports area and a fully equipped gym. While the hotel is family-friendly and features a Kids Zone and pool as well as child-friendly activities, guests are granted exclusive access to the adults-only Esencia de la Palma hotel facilities.