Puerto de la Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz

The smallest town in Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz offers a unique experience combining urban, sporting and ecological tourism.

Located in the Orotava Valley, Puerto de la Cruz is home to several hidden gems, such as the Risco Bello, one of the most beautiful gardens in the Canary Islands with exotic plants, waterfalls, caves and fountains.

With one of our budget trips to Puerto de la Cruz, you’ll be able to take in the volcanic oceanfront with black sand beaches like the Playa Jardín complex. Take a walk along the Paseo de San Telmo promenade to the Punta del Viento, a viewpoint where you can admire the spectacular waves crashing against the cliffs.

Take advantage of our package holidays to Puerto de la Cruz and enjoy the active tourism activities on offer there. Go surfing or paragliding on Playa de Martiánez beach, head off on routes to volcanoes, enjoy a day’s potholing in the largest volcanic tube in Europe, or go hiking along the coast.

At the Loro Parque park you’ll be able to enjoy the many exhibitions with sea lions, dolphins and orcas that will amaze you, and renowned attractions such as Planet Penguin, the world’s largest recreation of the Antarctic environment. You can also learn about the Loro Parque Foundation’s research and conservation initiatives.

Puerto de la Cruz has a wide range of culture, entertainment and nightlife offerings. Its variety of bars and restaurants makes it the perfect place to enjoy the local cuisine: the famous papas arrugadas potatoes with mojo sauce, traditional dishes such as sancocho stew with gofio and delicious fish dishes, either stewed or grilled. If travelling in February, you’ll be able to enjoy Carnival, known on the island thanks to the “burial of the sardine” festivities and the Coso, the grand climax of the fiestas. If your trip is in June, the bonfires of San Juan celebrating St. John’s Eve will be held in the Barranco de San Felipe, illuminating this magical night as you go for the traditional purifying swim in the waters of the Atlantic.

What are you waiting for? Book your flight and hotel to Puerto de la Cruz to enjoy the endless possibilities offered by this corner of Tenerife.

Hotel Best Semiramis

Hotel Best Semiramis

5 out of 5
C/ Leopoldo Cologan Zulueta, 12 Puerto de la Cruz Tenerife
The price is £87 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
£87
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (756 reviews)
"We got the all inclusive package and the staff was consummating to my friend that is gluten free. The staff is not all bilingual if you do not speak any Spanish. The hotel was nice. There is no AC in the summer just heat. The heated pool was not warm. Pools were fairly dirty. We loved the location ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Hotel Best Semiramis
Hotel Las Aguilas Tenerife, Affiliated by Melia

Hotel Las Aguilas Tenerife, Affiliated by Melia

4 out of 5
Calle Doctor Barajas 19 Puerto de la Cruz Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The price is £82 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£82
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions La Villa Shopping Center and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast and dinner. Spotless! You can feel the hotel had its splendid times in the past with all good quality finishings of the room and jetted bath. The resort has many things for a family holiday including tennis court, small but good gym, kids club, big pool for families and all the ..."

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Hotel Las Aguilas Tenerife, Affiliated by Melia
Radisson Resort & Residences Tenerife - Adults Only

Radisson Resort & Residences Tenerife - Adults Only

5 out of 5
Ctra. De Las Arenas 51 Puerto de la Cruz Puerto de la Cruz
The price is £143 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£143
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Sitio Litre Garden and Martianez Shopping ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Pour une vacance d’une semaine, l’environnement est merveilleux. Belle présentation, les déjeuners étaient variés, copieux et délicieux. L’entretien journalier favorisait la détente autant dans les chambres que dans l’espace de la grande piscine. Le seul aspect négatif mais qui n’est absolument pas ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Radisson Resort & Residences Tenerife - Adults Only
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.
Coral Teide Mar

Coral Teide Mar

3 out of 5
Aceviño 6 Puerto de la Cruz Tenerife
Stay at this aparthotel in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (291 reviews)
"Breakfast was perfect,clean room,friendly staff,shops nearby."

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Coral Teide Mar
GF Noelia

GF Noelia

3 out of 5
Avenida Hermanos Fernandez Perdigon, 9 Puerto de la Cruz Tenerife
Stay at this aparthotel in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8/10 Very good! (199 reviews)
"The hotel DOES NOT have a parking lot and it is extremely hard to park around. I drove for one hour trying to find a spot. Good thing it was just for one night so I was able to made it work somewhere else, but still I lost my money."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

GF Noelia
Apartamentos Casablanca

Apartamentos Casablanca

3 out of 5
Calzada de Martianez, 4 Puerto de la Cruz Tenerife
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sitio Litre Garden and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (529 reviews)
"This was a fantastic place to stay. Clean, friendly staff and centrally located. I would highly recommend"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Apartamentos Casablanca
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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