A curated list of five star hotel properties in Tenerife has been updated, reflecting the range of large resorts, boutique hotels and adults only accommodation currently operating across the island. The selection spans both the north and south of Tenerife and includes properties in Costa Adeje, La Caleta, Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz and more remote coastal and hillside locations.
The list was compiled from independently reviewed hotels and focuses on properties operating at five star level under current tourism classifications.
Geographic spread across the island
The hotels are distributed across Tenerife’s main tourism areas. Southern resorts, particularly around Costa Adeje and La Caleta, account for a large proportion of the properties listed, reflecting the concentration of luxury developments in that region. Northern locations, including Puerto de la Cruz and Santa Cruz de Tenerife, are also represented, offering city based and garden setting hotels.
Several properties are located directly on or near established beaches, while others sit inland with views across golf courses, gardens or the Atlantic coastline.
Types of accommodation included
The list includes a mix of:
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Large resort hotels with multiple pools, restaurants and on site leisure facilities
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Adults only hotels with restricted guest access and spa focused amenities
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Boutique style properties with a smaller number of rooms or villas
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Suite only and villa based accommodation offering private terraces or pools
Some hotels operate as standalone five star properties, while others are premium or adults only sections within larger resort complexes.
Facilities and operational features
Across the properties listed, common features include outdoor swimming pools, spa facilities, gyms and multiple dining venues. Several hotels operate Michelin recognised restaurants or fine dining outlets on site, while others focus on resort based dining and leisure facilities.
Transport access varies by location. Some hotels sit within walking distance of beaches, promenades or villages, while others rely on road access and shuttle services for nearby attractions, beaches or city centres.
Adult only and family options
The updated list differentiates between adults only properties and hotels that cater for families. Family focused hotels typically include children’s clubs, splash areas and multiple pool zones, while adults only hotels limit access to guests over a specified age and focus on quieter facilities.
What this means
For travellers, the update outlines the current range of five star accommodation available across Tenerife, showing how luxury hotel provision is spread geographically and across different operating models. For operators and local tourism stakeholders, the list reflects the continued presence of high end hospitality across both established resort zones and less central areas of the island.
When and where
This update is based on a five star hotel roundup published on 7 February 2026 by The Telegraph, covering luxury accommodation currently operating in Tenerife.
