Did you know that 5 of the Canary Islands are home to a Parador? Paradors are famous throughout Spain and other countries for their distinctive brand of luxury accommodation and are often converted castles, palaces, fortresses, convents, monasteries and other historic buildings. Some Paradors are modern, although they are built in traditional styles. Corona Holidays can offer you accommodation in each Parador in Tenerife, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Palma and Gran Canaria.
We will start with the Parador de Canades del Teide in Tenerife. Located inside the crater of a volcano with views of the summit of nearby Mount Teide, this Parador is located 7,200 ft above sea level and is the only building in the Teide National Park. Take advantage of its location and beat the queues to the funicular that ferries passengers to the top of Mount Teide. The Parador also has its own telescope, and holds regular nights for guests to star-gaze.
The Parador de La Gomera can't be matched for its elegance and luxury. Converted from an old manor house with an interior courtyard and fountain, the wood-panelled walls are hung with colonial paintings. The interior is packed with maritime references and has navigational instrumentation from the Columbus era [La Gomera was Columbus' last port of call before heading for the New World]. The bedrooms, swimming pool and garden all have fantastic views towards Mount Teide.
El Hierro has a Parador [the Parador de El Hierro] which is next to the sea and is backed by spectacular cliffs and the Roque de la Bonanza. Many of the rooms have elegant balconies with sea views and the interior has been designed to represent the early history of the island. In the gardens, you will find dragon trees, coconut palms and a swimming pool.
The Parador de La Palma is a more modern hotel, but designed in accordance with the traditional Canary Islands architectural principles It is located on a hillside overlooking the sea and has tropical gardens with native plants, fruit trees and walkways. There are wonderful views of the Atlantic and towards Mount Teide on nearby Tenerife. Request a room in the east wing to benefit from the sunrise.
Lastly, there is the Parador Cruz de Tejeda in Gran Canaria. This is a traditional Canarian building situated in the mountains in central Gran Canaria. The name comes from the huge stone cross which stands at the entrance to the Parador. The Parador is famous for its views over the island and benefits from a terrace perfectly placed to watch the sun go down over the Roque Nublo.
So, if you would like to spend part of your Canary Island holiday at one of the Paradors, just give us a call on 0800 5 677688 or send an enquiry and Corona Holidays will be able to help.
We will start with the Parador de Canades del Teide in Tenerife. Located inside the crater of a volcano with views of the summit of nearby Mount Teide, this Parador is located 7,200 ft above sea level and is the only building in the Teide National Park. Take advantage of its location and beat the queues to the funicular that ferries passengers to the top of Mount Teide. The Parador also has its own telescope, and holds regular nights for guests to star-gaze.
The Parador de La Gomera can't be matched for its elegance and luxury. Converted from an old manor house with an interior courtyard and fountain, the wood-panelled walls are hung with colonial paintings. The interior is packed with maritime references and has navigational instrumentation from the Columbus era [La Gomera was Columbus' last port of call before heading for the New World]. The bedrooms, swimming pool and garden all have fantastic views towards Mount Teide.
El Hierro has a Parador [the Parador de El Hierro] which is next to the sea and is backed by spectacular cliffs and the Roque de la Bonanza. Many of the rooms have elegant balconies with sea views and the interior has been designed to represent the early history of the island. In the gardens, you will find dragon trees, coconut palms and a swimming pool.
The Parador de La Palma is a more modern hotel, but designed in accordance with the traditional Canary Islands architectural principles It is located on a hillside overlooking the sea and has tropical gardens with native plants, fruit trees and walkways. There are wonderful views of the Atlantic and towards Mount Teide on nearby Tenerife. Request a room in the east wing to benefit from the sunrise.
Lastly, there is the Parador Cruz de Tejeda in Gran Canaria. This is a traditional Canarian building situated in the mountains in central Gran Canaria. The name comes from the huge stone cross which stands at the entrance to the Parador. The Parador is famous for its views over the island and benefits from a terrace perfectly placed to watch the sun go down over the Roque Nublo.
So, if you would like to spend part of your Canary Island holiday at one of the Paradors, just give us a call on 0800 5 677688 or send an enquiry and Corona Holidays will be able to help.
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