Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Parador de La Palma, La Palma
Facts in brief
Official star rating 4
Location The hotel is in rural La Palma, a short drive from the beach.
Annual opening All year
Closest airport La Palma Airport
Distance from airport The hotel is 10-minutes' drive from La Palma Airport
Hotel facilities and services
Seasonal Swimming Pool, Restaurant, Bar, Sauna, Paddle Tennis, Children's Play Area, Garden, and Guest Parking.
Out and about nearby
On the small island of La Palma, the best attractions are part of the diverse areas of natural landscape. Travel down to Fuencaliente to see the dramatic volcanoes, the lighthouses, or stop off in a winery. Follow the volcano route around the island to walk in the deep craters. Navigate your way through the dense Los Tilos forest, or relax on the black sand of Puerto Naos Beach on the west coast of the island. Perhaps the greatest beauty spot on the island is the Caldera de Taburiente National park: pine forests and walls of stone surrounding the caldera itself. For something more eclectic, you may want to pay a visit to the Roque de los Muchachos Observatory, which makes the most of La Palma's beautiful clear skies. Closer to the Parador de La Palma, spend time in the island's capital, Santa Cruz de La Palma, exploring its pretty old town.
Sports nearby
Hiking, Cycling, Mountain Biking, Paragliding, Diving, Fishing, and Snorkelling.
What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!Mr W, July 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights
From about
£840
Holiday Code EXH1726
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Parador de La Palma, La Palma
The four star Parador de La Palma is located just south of the capital of La Palma, in the Canary Islands. Designed with hints of traditional Spanish and Canarian style in mind, this hotel holds a prime position overlooking the sea, with verdant gardens that take you closer to the water's edge. The charming, rustic air of this hotel has the feel of old-world luxury, and transports guests back to a more traditional Canarian lifestyle, with cosy rooms and a focus on the magnificent landscape around them. This hotel is ideal for a short stay by the beach in the Canary Islands, and offers a much less touristy experience than mainland Spain. The El Zumacal area is just south of the island's main port, but within easy reach of the many untouched natural areas, including deep ravines, dense woods, volcanoes, and lava formations. This enchanting four star hotel is surrounded by a vast garden of fruit trees and native plants through which guests can stroll, along paved pathways and across wooden bridges. The white- and pink-washed facade and terracotta roof, while simple and contemporary, is reminiscent of old Spanish villas, but with a quirky Canarian touch. With this hilltop position and magnificent views, Parador guests can indulge in the natural beauty of the La Palma Biosphere Reserve, which is captured inside with a natural colour palette and very traditional decoration. White-clothed tables in the restaurant add a touch of elegance that mirrors the high quality of the local food. Speciality ingredients include local meats, locally sourced fresh fish, and tropical fruits, all of which are accompanied by La Palma wine. During the summer months, an outdoor swimming pool with loungers, parasols, and magnificent views across the cliffs and Atlantic Ocean, is open for guests' enjoyment. Leisurely sip drinks in the evening on the terrace or in the bar, after a day exploring beautiful La Palma. The fantastic local landscape is perfect for activities such as hiking and cycling, and the renowned clarity of the sky at night entices star-gazers. This delightful hotel is best suited to those looking to explore the varied cultural attractions of the Canary Islands as part of a longer luxury touring holiday.
Room descriptions
Parador de La Palma has 78 rooms with air-conditioning, heating, safe, minibar, telephone, television, and Wifi.All rooms have either twin or double beds.
What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!Mr W, July 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights
From about
£840
Holiday Code EXH1726
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Parador de La Palma, La Palma
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to the Parador de la Palma, Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways from London to La Palma. Flights may be available from other UK airports with Easyjet, Jet2 and TUI for example. The hotel is about 10 minutes’ drive from the airport and we recommend that we book a private car transfer for you. If you are combining hotels and islands, you may want us to book a hire-car for you.
Additional information
Children: Children are welcome and those under 2 years stay for free. For children under 13 years there are special rates when sharing a room with 2 parents.
Special offers
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What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!Mr W, July 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights
From about
£840
Holiday Code EXH1726
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Parador de La Palma, La Palma
About Canary Islands
An Expressions tailor-made holiday to the Canary Islands includes a selection of four and five star beach resorts which cater for families and couples alike. The Canary Islands can be found sitting off the western coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. Warmed by year-round sunshine, the Canaries feature otherworldly landscapes of volcanic craters, lava deserts and cute coves with black-sand beaches. Meanwhile, steep hillsides and terraced farmland gives way to peaceful fishing villages and characterful old towns. In the west of the archipelago are the mountainous islands of Tenerife, La Palma, El Hierro and La Gomera. Expect black-sand beaches and buzzing resorts along Tenerife's coastline whilst the interior is dominated by the dormant Mount Teide volcano. Meanwhile the three smaller islands remain relatively unspoiled, with landscapes including terraced hillsides, craggy cliffs and subtropical rainforests. The eastern isles consist of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, each with a unique atmosphere and plenty of attractions. Gran Canaria is home to sprawling resorts as well as stunning scenery with forests, mountains and sand dunes; Fuerteventura is an arid and sparsely populated island with a desert-like landscape and long stretches of white sand beaches; while Lanzarote is a rugged island where lava flows have solidified to create a lunar landscape which contrasts with sandy beaches and green valleys. Due to their location in the Atlantic Ocean just 60 miles away from the coast of Morocco, the Canary Islands' cultures fuse African, Latin American and European influences, creating a unique identity which is quite different to that of the Iberian Peninsula. Contrary to popular belief, there is no want for authenticity here....
Highlights of the Canary Islands
There is great variation between the different islands which make up the Canaries, with each destination offering much for visitors to enjoy during their luxury holiday. Tenerife: Teide National Park, an area surrounding the volcano with stunning natural landscapes. Traditional towns such as La Orotava and La Laguna. The Museum of Fine Arts in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Fuerteventura: Untouched white- and black-sand beaches which surround the island. Betancuria, the island's former capital which is now a picturesque town. Primitive stone dwellings in the village of Poblado de la Atalayita. Lanzarote: The Fire Mountains, a number of volcanoes which form part of Timanfaya National Park. The modern yet charming city of Arrecife. Teguise, an old-fashioned town which hosts a weekly market with folk dancing. Volcanic caves at Jameos del Agua. Gran Canaria: Picturesque towns and fishing villages such as Puerto do Mogán and Agaete. Undulating sand dunes at Maspalomas, a protected nature reserve. Botanical gardens in Tarifa. Cave complexes in the valley of Barranco de Guayadeque. Views of the volcanic crater at the Caledra de la Bandama. The old quarter of the island's capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. La Palma: Santa Cruz de la Palma, the island's colourful capital where you will find cobbled streets, buildings with pretty wooden balconies and a full-sized replica of Columbus' ship. Caldera de Taburiente National Park, set in a volcanic crater at the island's centre. Picturesque villages including El Paso which is still known for its silk production. El Hierro: The extensive network of walking trails which traverse the volcanic interior of the island, designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Natural seawater pools along the coastline, as well as excellent scuba diving opportunities. La Gomera: San Sebastián, the island's main town where Christopher Columbus stayed before sailing to the New Wold. Stunning natural scenery including terraced hillsides, subtropical rainforest, dramatic gorges, steep cliffs, picturesque coves and black-sand beaches. Garonjay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Gastronomy of the Canary Islands
Due to the geographical location, gastronomy in the Canary Islands incorporates elements of Spanish, African and Latin American cuisine. A staple of Canarian cuisine is fish, which may be grilled, baked, salted or dried in the sun, along with shellfish which is also abundant. Bananas and tropical fruits are all grown across the islands, whilst rum, Malvasía wine and goat's cheeses are also produced. Key ingredients include ‘Gofio’ (cornmeal which is used in bread and stews), ‘Mojo’ (a sauce which contains either coriander or chili peppers and is frequently served with fish and meat) and ‘Papas arrugadas’ (a kind of jacket potato which is cooked in salt water). Typical dishes include ‘Sancocho’ (boiled fish served with potatoes), ‘Puchero canario’ (a hearty stew made with meat and vegetables) and ‘Bienmesabe’ (an almond cream dessert).
Festivals on the Canary Islands
January to February: Canary Islands Music Festival. February: Carnival celebrations. March: Holiy week celebrations. 29 April: Festival of the Aborigines, April to May: Cheese Festivals, 30 May: Day of the Canary Islands, May/June: Corpus Christi celebrations, 14 to 15 June: Festival of Saint John, marking the beginning of summer. July: Festival of the patron saint of fisherman. July: Canary Islands Jazz festival. 14 to 15 August: Festival of Virgen del Candelaria.
Climate of the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands' year-round sunshine, clear skies and spring-like temperatures make them a suitable holiday destination for all seasons. Winters are mild with average temperatures of around 17 degrees, whilst summers are warm with temperatures of around 24 degrees. Most of the islands are cooler and wetter in the northeast thanks to the trade winds which prevent the temperatures from getting too hot in the summer.
