Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Parador de las Canadas del Teide, Tenerife
Facts in brief
Official star rating 3
Location The hotel is located in Teide National Park, overlooking Mount Teide
Annual opening All year
Closest airport Tenerife South
Distance from airport The hotel is about 1-hour's drive from Tenerife South Airport
Hotel facilities and services
Indoor and Outdoor Pool, Gym, Sauna, Garden, Lounge, Bar, Restaurant, Guest Parking.
Out and about nearby
Being in such a secluded, mountainside location enables vast and fulfilling exploration of Tenerife's dramatic natural landscape. Walk or cycle through the Teide National Park, the Teno Rural Park, and the Anaga Rural Park. For a taste of the Tenerife beaches, we would recommend the El Medano beach on the south of the island, but away from Los Cristianos and other tourist spots. Traditional Canarian style and culture can be seen in the old towns of La Laguna and La Orotava just over an hour north, while the peaceful village of Garachico is to the west. Montana Rioja is a beautiful example of the local landscape, with dramatic red rock and sparse shrubbery. Icod de los Vinos is famous for its Dragon Trees, and Puerto de la Cruz has some idyllic Botanical Gardens.
Sports nearby
Whale-watching, Water Sports, Golf, Walking, Cycling.
We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights
From about
£840 low season
£950 high season
Holiday Code EXH1727
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 las Canadas del Teide, Tenerife
The Parador de Las Cañadas del Teide is a simple mountain lodge in Tenerife with spectacular panoramic views of the volcanic cone of Mount Teide and the dynamic surrounding landscape. Every room at this country hotel has fantastic views, though the open air, clear skies, and sublime landscape can be more fully enjoyed from the open outdoor pool terrace. Best-suited to a short stay exploring natural phenomenon such as the Çhaorra Caldera and Montaña Blanca, this hotel appeals to those looking to escape the tourist spots and venture off-the-beaten-track. Far from urban lights, this Parador offers unrivalled access to the clear skies Tenerife is renowned for, for amazing stargazing sessions. The hotel's exterior is characterised by a blend of pink and ochre stucco, traditional stucco, and dark wood roofs, which really adds to the authentic rustic feel of the building. Inside this country hotel, the rustic lodge feel is continued, with simplistic designs and dark wood furniture. The rooms are large and airy, maintained to the very high standard associated with Parador properties, and have breath-taking views. The colour palette inside the Parador rooms echoes the natural tones found outside your window, but with flourishes of rich reds and tactile textures. The restaurant serves authentically Canarian cuisine, built around hearty flavours, local meats, and root vegetables. The combination of chic minimalist design blends seamlessly with the roaring stone fireplace to create a unique and charming ambience. Guests are also free to enjoy the warmth of the lounge, the comfort of the plush armchairs, and the characterful architectural features that run throughout. It is the latter of these attributes that really makes this hotel stand out, whilst complementing the sublimity of the stunning scenery. The outdoor pool terrace is optimally placed for serene relaxation, with the magnificent mountain backdrop and vast open air. We would recommend combining this idyllic spot with other Parador hotels on La Gomera, Las Palmas, and El Hierro, as part of a larger luxury tour of Tenerife and the Canary Islands.
Room descriptions
The Parador de Las Cañadas de Teide has 37 rooms and suites with heating, air-conditioning, satellite TV, and minibars.
We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights
From about
£840 low season
£950 high season
Holiday Code EXH1727
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 las Canadas del Teide, Tenerife
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to the Parador de Canadas del Teide, Tenerife, Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways from London to Tenerife South. Flights may be available from other UK airports with Easyjet, Jet2 and TUI for example. The hotel is about 60 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.
Other information: The Parador has one easy access room for disabled visitors.
Special offers
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We particularly loved the Hotel del Sogno on Lake Garda for its character, beauty and amazing views. Great service too from the reception staff. Also they gave us great recommendations for restaurants.Mr and Mrs S, June 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights
From about
£840 low season
£950 high season
Holiday Code EXH1727
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 las Canadas del Teide, Tenerife
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.