A Guide to Self-Catering Holidays in Tenerife

[Simon Hopes]

Tenerife is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world today, attracting more than 5 million visitors each year. This is understandable when you consider the sheer beauty of the biggest of the Canary Islands.

Warm, sunny weather year-round is an obvious attraction, as too is the sprawling beaches, azure waters, and stunning natural landscapes found throughout Tenerife.

Unsurprisingly, there is plenty of options for any holiday-goer visiting Tenerife, including those looking to self-care. Many vacationers prefer the independence that self-catering allows, and the fact you aren’t sharing a hotel will hundreds of other guests is also very appealing to many.

Thankfully, there is ample selection of great self-catering holiday options in Tenerife. Almost every resort and town will have self-catering available, so let’s take a look at some of the best out there:

Los Gigantes

As a small resort, Los Gigantes benefits from having lots of smaller self-catering accommodation rather than a few large hotel complexes. It’s a very laid-back town too, making it perfect for anyone seeking a quiet holiday during their stay.

Lots of local bars, restaurants and cafes are found throughout the resort, which is perfect for self-caterers. Most of the locals are British however, so it does lack some of the more nuanced aspects of Spanish culture.

Los Cristianos

Situated on the south coast of the island, Los Cristanois is a picturesque fishing town that has now become a popular tourist destination. With two beautiful beaches and countless apartments and villas, it’s a great location for anyone looking for a great self-catering vacation in Tenerife.

Not only will you find a fine selection of local bars and restaurants, but also a number of great tourist attractions such as fishing, dolphin and whale watching, and even part cruises. There really is something for every type of vacationer at Los Cristianos.

Puerto de la Cruz

As one of the largest resorts on the entire island, it shouldn’t be too surprising to hear that Puerto de la Cruz is home to some wonderful self-catering accommodation. Found in northern Tenerife, the former fishing village is now a major tourist attraction, meaning it has a great range of bars, restaurants, and tourist attractions.

Not only that, Puerto de la Cruz hosts a variety of amazing events throughout the year, such as the Sardine Festive and the annual Carnaval, which brings the already vibrant city to life.

It’s also home to stunning colonial architecture in the Old Town area, and massive casino complex, and its very own Botanical Gardens – there really is something for every self-catering holiday-goer!