Best Luxury Hotels in Canary Islands

A top destination for winter warmth, the Canary Islands have long been a favourite with British travellers seeking some Spanish culture under an African sun. There are seven islands in total; Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro, of which the first three remain the most visited by mainstream tourists, closely followed by the windswept surfing paradise of Fuerteventura. Each has its own character and combined, they cater for everything from classic family beach holidays to peaceful spa retreats, romantic boutique escapes and lively short breaks for those who like to party till dawn. Find your perfect Canarian hotel, from our list.

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen

Lani’s Suites Deluxe

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 25 Suites Featuring Private Terraces & Panoramic Sea Views With Some Including Jacuzzis.
Amenities Facilities Include A Beachfront Dining Venue Serving Mediterranean & International Cuisine A Lounge Bar A Spa Offering Various Treatments A Fitness Center & An Infinity Outdoor Pool.
More Located Directly On The Beach In Puerto Del Carmen Lanzarote Offering An Exclusive Adults-Only Retreat With Complimentary Airport Transfers.

Also in Puerto del Carmen, Lani’s Suites are just 10 minutes from the airport beside an exclusive private beach. It’s an adult-only resort, exuding glamour and sophistication. Guests can book massages at the spa, and enjoy a chic gastronomic experience in the glass-fronted sea view restaurant. 25 designer suites come with a welcome half bottle of cava, champagne flutes, a Bluetooth speaker and a Nespresso machine.

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Lani’s Suites Deluxe

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Costa Teguise

Meliá Salinas

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 282 Rooms & Villas Including Premium Oceanfront Suites & Garden Villas With Private Pools.
Amenities Multiple Dining Venues Offering Mediterranean & International Cuisine Along With A Wellness Centre Featuring Sauna & Steam Room.
More Located Between Two Sandy Beaches In Costa Teguise Offering Direct Beach Access & Ocean Views.

The lagoon pool here was designed by famed Canarian architect Cesar Manrique, bordered by tropical gardens and two of the island’s loveliest golden beaches. A great choice for families, there’s a host of sports and activities for all ages, as well as a kids’ and adults’ entertainment programme. An all-day dining venue and Italian eatery are available at this stunning Costa Teguise property, alongside the nearby town centre options.

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen

Hotel Fariones

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 213 Rooms & Suites With Sea Views & Private Terraces Are Offered At This Hotel.
More Located In Puerto Del Carmen, The Hotel Provides Direct Access To Three Beaches Including A Secluded Cove & Is Approximately 10 Minutes From Lanzarote Airport.

Fresh from a brand new contemporary refurb, this five-star hotel has three restaurants, a sleek ocean-view infinity pool area flanked by palms, a second rooftop-pool terrace, a nightclub and a cocktail bar. It’s found just a short walk from the lively Puerto del Carmen, on the edge of a sandy beach. Consistently rated as ‘excellent’ on TripAdvisor, Hotel Fariones’ 213 rooms all come with a balcony or terrace.

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Playa Blanca

Hotel LIVVO Volcán Lanzarote

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 251 Rooms & Suites Including 54 Adults-Only Accommodations With Exclusive Amenities.
Amenities Multiple Dining Venues, Spa With Hydromassage Pool, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Pools, Kids' Club & Access To Nearby Tennis Courts.
More Located Adjacent To Marina Rubicn & A Short Walk From Playa Blanca Beach Offering Convenient Access To Local Attractions.

Close to the yachting paradise of Marina Rubicón, this resort has been styled on a traditional island village. 251 rooms are spread across 20 buildings, interspersed by four pools, three restaurants and a snack bar, as well as boutiques lounges and recreation areas. Additionally, guests can take advantage of extensive children’s facilities, or chill out in the adult-only zone, Club Volcán.

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Hotel LIVVO Volcán Lanzarote

Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Corralejo

H10 Ocean Dreams Boutique Hotel

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 94 Elegantly Designed Rooms
More Located Close to a White Sand Beach & the Corralejo Nature Park in Fuerteventura

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.

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H10 Ocean Dreams Boutique Hotel

Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen

La isla y el mar Hotel Boutique

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 81 Elegant Suites Including Some With Private Jacuzzis & Ocean Views.
Amenities Facilities Include Multiple Dining Venues Offering Local & International Cuisine, A Wellness Centre With Spa & Sauna, A Fitness Centre, & An Outdoor Pool With Water Features.
More Located In Puerto Del Carmen On Lanzarote's Coastline Offering Elevated Views Of The Atlantic Ocean.

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. 

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La isla y el mar Hotel Boutique

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Maspalomas

Casa León Royal Retreat

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 27 Rooms & Suites Designed with Natural Materials Reflecting The Surrounding Landscape
More Located inland on a 10,000 m Estate with Native Plants, Providing a Tranquil & Sustainable Retreat

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.

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Casa León Royal Retreat

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Playa de las Americas

Hotel Sir Anthony

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 70 Rooms & Suites with Private Balconies Offering Sea Views
Amenities Restaurant Serving Mediterranean Cuisine & a Wellness Centre
More Located Directly on Playa del Camisn Beach & Adjacent to The Golden Mile Shopping Area

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’.

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Adeje

Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Resort

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 386 Accommodations including Rooms Suites & Villas
Amenities Nine Restaurants including Michelin-Starred Nub, 14 Bars & Lounges, Baha Wellness Retreat with Thalassotherapy Circuit, 24-hour Fitness centre, Five Outdoor Pools, Kids & Teen Clubs, 9-hole Pitch-&-putt Golf Course, Two Tennis & one Padel Tennis Courts
More Located on the Shores of the atlantic Ocean in Costa Adeje with Direct Access to El Duque Beach

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.

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Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque Resort

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Adeje

Hotel Royal Garden Villas

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 28 individually Designed Villas Each with Private Heated Pools
Amenities Main Restaurant Offering Gourmet Dining, Bar, a Poolside Dining Options, The Golden Pond Spa with Comprehensive Wellness Facilities, Fully Equipped Fitness Centre, Heated Outdoor Pool, & Proximity to Costa adeje Golf Course
More Located in Costa Adeje Tenerife Overlooking the Golf Course & Offering Stunning Ocean Views

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.

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Hotel Royal Garden Villas

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Alcalá

Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 604 Rooms & Suites including Villas with Private Pools
Amenities Multiple Dining Options including Mediterranean & Asian Cuisine, a 2,000m Wellness Centre, Fully Equipped Fitness Centre, 260m Saltwater Infinity Pool
More Located on Tenerife's Southwest Coast Offering Stunning Views of the Atlantic Ocean & Mount Teide

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.

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Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora

Canary Islands, Tenerife, Adeje

JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 124 Suites including Junior Suites & Superior Sea-view Suites with Elegant Colonial-style Decor
Amenities Includes Multiple Dining Venues, 1,000m Spa, Fitness Centre & Outdoor Pools
More Located in Costa Adeje with Direct Access to Playa Del Duque Beach

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.

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JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar

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