Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to the Parador de Cruz de Tejeda, Gran Canaria
Facts in brief
Official star rating 4
Location In the countryside about 9 kms from town of Tejeda.
Annual opening All year
Closest airport Gran Canaria
Distance from airport 45 km
Hotel facilities and services
Restaurant, café, terrace, bar, gym, gift shop,Turkish bath, sauna, solarium, spa-pool, parking facilities.
Out and about nearby
El Nublo Nature Reserve with the famous Roque Nublo and Tamada pine forest. The local town of Tejeda has museums, a medicinal plant centre and archaeological caves. The beaches at Playa del Ingles are 45 kms by car.
Sports nearby
Hiking, mountain biking.
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
From about
£590
Holiday Code EXH1747
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 hotel holidays to the Parador de Cruz de Tejeda, Gran Canaria
The Parador de Cruz de Tejeda is a rustic 4 star hotel within the spectacular volcanic landscape at the heart of Gran Canaria. Guests can admire the views of El Nublo nature reserve and the neighbouring pine wood from the lofty position of their hotel, often floating above the clouds. On clear days the jagged ridges of the countryside lead the eye away and down to the crystal blue sea beyond. The sublime surroundings can be fully enjoyed from the large terrace, solarium and spa hydro-pool. This hotel showcases a completely different side of Gran Canaria and appeals to those looking to escape the tourist spots and venture off-the-beaten-track. It is particularly suited to visitors interested in hiking although the nearby town of Tejeda has much to offer with its sculpture museum, medicinal plant centre and anthropology museum. This part of the island includes the Pico de las Nieves (Snows Peak) which is the island’s second highest point as well as the notable summits of Roque Nublo (easily spotted from the hotel’s spa pool) and Roque Bentayga. Close by Tejeda you will find the ancient cave dwellings of Cuevas del Rey and Acusa Seca. Far from the urban lights, the clear skies over the Parador make it a beautiful location to enjoy the stars in the evenings. The exterior of the hotel is perfectly in keeping with its location and the natural surroundings. The main building is typically white washed with terracotta roof whilst the outer annex is carefully concealed beneath a living roof of native plants. Inside the hotel, the colour palette echoes the natural tones found outside whilst large windows draw attention to the incredible views beyond. The Parador de Cruz de Tejeda has a restaurant which serves delicious regional cuisine including kid goat and rabbit as well as potato dishes, watercress stew and local cheeses from Tejeda. Those with a sweet tooth should also try the traditional Bienmesabe, a mixture of sugar, almond, egg yolk and cinnamon that makes a tasty accompaniment to cakes or ice cream. For those chillier days there is also a guest lounge with two magnificent fireplaces as well as an extensive spa with Turkish bath, sauna, outdoor solarium and heated sun-loungers. The hydromassage spa-pool is a highlight of any stay here as guests can swim from the indoor area, under the bridge and outside to take in the incredible vista beyond. There is a charge of about Euros 25 per person per day for access to the spa facilities (including the spa-pool). We recommend this hotel to guests looking for an active holiday in the countryside or combining this idyllic spot with other boutique hotels on Tenerife, La Gomera, Las Palmas, and El Hierro, as part of a larger luxury tour of the Canary Islands.
Room descriptions
The Parador de Cruz de Tejeda has 43 rooms, each with air-conditioning, private bathroom, complimentary Wi-Fi, mini-bar and safe, television and hairdryer. There are two accessible rooms for guests with limited mobility.
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
From about
£590
Holiday Code EXH1747
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 hotel holidays to the Parador de Cruz de Tejeda, Gran Canaria
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to the Parador de Cruz de Tejeda, our clients usually hire a car from Gran Canaria airport and include the hotel as part of a short break or fly-drive touring holiday. We include flights from London and a hire car, depending on what you would like to do and what is most appropriate to your overall journey.
Additional information
Children: Most rooms can accommodate an extra child.
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
From about
£590
Holiday Code EXH1747
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 hotel holidays to the Parador de Cruz de Tejeda, Gran Canaria
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.
