Adults Only Holidays in the Canary Islands

If your idea of holiday-hell is to spend your well-earned break in a hotel full of other people's children making constant noise, then Corona Holidays have it covered!

We understand that some adults like to relax in peace and quiet without children running around, and have put together a selection of ADULTS ONLY hotels in the Canary Islands. So, take it easy with a quiet swim in the pool, pick up a book, enjoy a cocktail or two, or simply relax in a spa - the choice is yours.  Of course we have lots more to choose from, but just show a small selection below.

Paradores in The Canary Islands

For a complete change, why not consider staying at a one of the Canary Islands' Paradores for a chance to experience another side of Spain other than sun, sand and sangria.

With more than 90 hotels across Spain and the Canary Islands, many of the Paradores [sometimes seen as Paradors] are restored castles, palaces and country houses, or even converted monasteries and convents. Others are more modern and can be found in remote areas of coastline or in national parks.   The Paradores are government owned and due to the current economic crisis being experienced by Spain, this may mean that some or all of the hotels might be sold.

Paradors in the Canary Islands

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.

La Palma Observatory

It has been reported by Island Connections that the Spanish goverment will be supporting the bid for La Palma to receive an even bigger telescope.

Only a few months ago the massive GTC telescope was unveiled and La Palma's Observatory is lobbying to secure what is going to be the world's biggest telescope - which will be the size of a football pitch.  Currently, there are 2 possible locations for the instrument - the Canary Islands and Chile.

The Obervatory is generally not open to visitors, but the public can visit on specific days in summer.  Guided tours are in English, German and Spanish.  The area the Obversatory is located in - Roque de los Muchachos - can be visited the whole year round.  Back in September when La Palma suffered from forest fires, astronomers at the Obervatory came up with a way of raising funds.   Members of the public were asked to make a donation when they came to the Observatory during the open days [which is normally free of charge] and all the donations were passed to the Red Cross for distribution.

La Palma Forest Fires

Astronomers at the observatory in Roque de los Muchachos, La Palma have come up with their own way of raising funds for the families on La Palma whose homes were damaged in the recent forest fires.

Fires damaged and destroyed homes in Mazo and Fuencaliente a few weeks ago, and although the authorities were making arrangements for compensation for those affected, the astronomers came up with their own way of supporting the victims.

During recent star-gazing days, members of the public were asked to make a donation in order to be able to look through the telescopes [an activity which is normally free of charge]. The money raised has been passed to the Red Cross for distribution.

If you would like to visit La Palma and also the observatory we have lots of accommodation to choose from. Read more about the Canary Island of La Palma or take a look at our most popular accommodation on the island - Las Olas Aparthotel in Los Cancajos