Puerto de la Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a sunset in the background.
A narrow street lined with buildings, a tree, and a bench.
A coastal resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
A bustling outdoor café with striped awnings and tables.
A crowded beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a rocky shoreline, and colorful buildings in the background.

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.

Where to stay in Puerto de la Cruz

Find the best Puerto de la Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Puerto de la Cruz
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Punta Brava

Punta Brava is well-regarded for its beaches, seaside views and relaxing spas, and you might also want to make a stop by Garden Beach, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Taoro

If you're spending some time in Taoro, Taoro Park and Risco Belle Aquatic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

La Paz

If you're spending some time in La Paz, Botanical Gardens and La Paz Lookout are top sights worth seeing.

San Nicolás

Though San Nicolás may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Botanical Gardens and Taoro Park.

Guacimara

While there might not be top attractions in Guacimara, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Botanical Gardens and Taoro Park.

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 £87 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£87
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 Lago Martianez Swimming Pools ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (208 reviews)
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Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Hotel Las Aguilas Tenerife, Affiliated by Melia
Be Live Experience Orotava

Be Live Experience Orotava

4 out of 5
Avenida Aguilar y Quesada, 3 Puerto de la Cruz Tenerife
The price is £80 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
£80
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lago Martianez Swimming ...
7.8/10 Good! (220 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at the hotel . The staff were all friendly and welcoming during my stay . The rooms were cleaned daily and the towels were changed each day . There was a wide choice of options at breakfast and dinner. One evening guests at the option of a sushi station. Good value for money, I ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Be Live Experience Orotava
Bahia Principe Explore San Felipe - Hyatt Inclusive Collection

Bahia Principe Explore San Felipe - Hyatt Inclusive Collection

4 out of 5
Avenida de Colon , 22 Puerto de la Cruz Tenerife
Stay at this beach hotel in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Lago Martianez Swimming Pools and Martianez ...
Bahia Principe Explore San Felipe - Hyatt Inclusive Collection
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 Be Smart Florida Plaza

Apartamentos Be Smart Florida Plaza

3 out of 5
Calle Puerto Viejo, 30 Puerto de la Cruz Tenerife
Stay at this apartment in Puerto de la Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
7/10 Good! (379 reviews)
"There were teenagers and kids everywhere unattended throughout my whole stay, clearly renting out the rooms for school trips etc. Total carnage. Noise banging for the whole duration and the hotel staff did absolutely nothing. It was like being at a school dormitory. Avoid at all costs"

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Apartamentos Be Smart Florida Plaza
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 Lago Martianez Swimming ...
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
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! (201 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
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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