La Palma Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cumbre Nueva and Cumbre Vieja mountains at sunset above clouds, La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain, Europe
Beautiful lava landscape on the Cumbre Nueva in La Palma, Canary islands, Spain
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La Palma

Come and explore the secluded corners of the Isla Bonita, which attracts visitors from all over the world with its lush nature, volcanoes and charming villages.

La Palma is a true paradise for those who want to enjoy the best of the Canary Islands, but want to avoid the inconveniences of the usual crowded tourist destinations. It offers extraordinary landscapes, with unique opportunities for hiking through lush forests and fascinating volcanoes. Lovers of hiking and unspoilt nature shouldn’t think twice about booking their holidays in La Palma.

A Biosphere Reserve since 2002, La Palma stands out for its natural parks, including Bosque de los Tilos and the Caldera de Taburiente National Park, which holds an impressive crater with a six-mile perimeter, covered in lush forests that are home to a great variety of plant and animal species, many of them unique to La Palma. Nearby, you can see the highest mountain of the island, the stunning Roque de Los Muchachos.

Even though there are fewer beaches than you would expect for an island, La Palma will amaze you with its fine black sand and pristine waters. See for yourself at Puerto Naos, in Los Llanos de Aridane, or Los Cancajos, in Breña Baja, with fabulous underwater caves. Puerto de Tazacorte beach is ideal for windsurfing and Bajamar beach in Breña Alta makes for a wonderful stroll along the shoreline.

A fantastic reason to search for cheap trips to La Palma is the island's Carnival, to visit the picturesque Santa Cruz de La Palma during the celebration of the Day of the “Indianos”, a fun holiday that is celebrated to the beat of Cuban son music, where those attending wear white clothes and paint the town white with talcum powder.

If you book a package holiday in La Palma, you’ll land in La Palma airport, which offers flights to the other Canary Islands, Madrid and other European cities. Once on the island, it’s a good idea to rent a car, as many of its beaches and other natural landscapes are fairly isolated.

H10 Taburiente Playa

H10 Taburiente Playa

4 out of 5
Calle de los Cancajos, 36 Brena Baja La Palma
The price is £89 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
£89
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brena Baja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (576 reviews)
"Roads under construction doubled travel time - not your fault. But pounding during 10am seemed overly loud. Bothered others. The lack of a coffee maker of Tea water warmer was quickly remedied by asking for one at front desk. But warning to future guests - bring your own coffee, AND water."

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

H10 Taburiente Playa
Hotel Esencia de La Palma By Princess - Adults Only (+16)

Hotel Esencia de La Palma By Princess - Adults Only (+16)

4 out of 5
Carretera de la Costa, Cerca Vieja, 10 Fuencaliente de la Palma Santa Cruz De Tenerife
Stay at this spa hotel in Fuencaliente de la Palma. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de los Banos ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (37 reviews)
"Muy bien la estancia. Muy recomendable. El área “only adults” muy tranquila, para parejas está muy bien. Un buen buffet pero echamos de menos un restaurante a la “carta”. Personal en general, muy amable. Gracias especiales a Laura y a su compañera de tarde de recepción, que, aun llegando con bastante ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Hotel Esencia de La Palma By Princess - Adults Only (+16)
Meliá La Palma

Meliá La Palma

4 out of 5
Puerto Naos Los Llanos de Aridane La Palma
The price is £116 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£116
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Los Llanos de Aridane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and a beach locale. Popular attractions Puerto Naos Beach and Playa de Los ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (40 reviews)
"Dated property with a lot of potential. It seems cheaply refurbished some years ago. Some areas are nice (like the lobby) other are bit worse (rooms, hallways). Staff are really nice and there were many food options. Beautiful views, depending on the room - some might be a bit overlooked."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Meliá La Palma
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartamentos Miranda

Apartamentos Miranda

2 out of 5
Carretera General El Zumacal, 83 Brena Alta La Palma
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Brena Alta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Playa de Los Guinchos and Playa ...
Apartamentos Miranda
Apartments el Patio

Apartments el Patio

3 out of 5
Calle Convento, 43 Los Llanos de Aridane La Palma
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Los Llanos de Aridane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Parque Antonio ...
Apartments el Patio
Hacienda San Jorge

Hacienda San Jorge

3 out of 5
Playa de Los Cancajos, no 22 Brena Baja
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Brena Baja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa los Cancajos and Playa de ...
Hacienda San Jorge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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