Santiago del Teide Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Santiago del Teide which includes a sunset, mountains and forest scenes
Overlooking the Valle de Santiago, this traditional town is the gateway to stunning natural attractions and hiking trails.

Santiago del Teide makes an excellent base for exploring Teide National Park, Los Gigantes, Garachico, Masca and the Teno Mountains. With few visitors lingering for more than a day or two, the town has managed to retain its distinct Canarian culture. Notice that many locals still dress in traditional attire. 

Before heading out on a hike, stop at the Señorio del Valle Visitors Centre, set in a beautiful 17th-century manor. Check out the exhibit dedicated to the 1909 eruption of Volcán Chinyero. The display includes an interesting collection of photographs, newspaper articles and eyewitness accounts related to the devastating event. 

Visit Iglesia de San Fernando Rey, which was originally constructed in 1679. This pretty whitewashed building looks particularly striking against its hillside backdrop. Inside, you’ll find a lovely collection of religious statues and paintings. 

Follow one of the fantastic hiking trails that wind through the countryside surrounding the Valle de Santiago. You’ll find more excellent trails northwest of town in Parque Nacional del Teide, one of Spain’s most popular national parks. Hike through otherworldly volcanic terrain or make your way to the summit of 12,000-foot-tall (3,700-metre) El Teide, the highest mountain in the country.

Santiago del Teide is an ideal starting point for visiting beaches like Playa de los Guios. Nestled under the shadow of enormous cliffs, this pretty black-sand beach is a relaxing place to spend an afternoon. You can also take a boat trip to get a different perspective on the beach’s iconic cliffs.

Visit Masca, a charming village nearby that almost seems to defy gravity with its precarious setting on the edge of a rock ridge. For a daytrip, go to Garachico, a once-wealthy town with quaint cobbled streets and natural volcanic coves along the coast. 

Reach Santiago del Teide by bus from Puerto de la Cruz, Playa de las Américas or Icod de los Vinos. Spring is a particularly lovely time to visit when the cherry blossoms are in bloom along many trails.

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only
Barceló Santiago - Adults Only
4 out of 5
Calle La Hondura, 8, Puerto de Santiago, Santiago del Teide, Tenerife
The price is ₹13,296 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
₹13,296
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (644 reviews)
"Property was in an amazing location! Food not great and hard to get service around the pool area. Love Tenerife!"

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2024

Barceló Santiago - Adults Only
Landmar Costa los Gigantes
Landmar Costa los Gigantes
4 out of 5
Calle Juan Manuel Capdevielle, 8, Puerto de Santiago, Santiago del Teide, Tenerife
Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (450 reviews)
"very nice, comfortable hotel with friendly staff. already planning my summer vacation at the same place"

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2024

Landmar Costa los Gigantes
Landmar Playa La Arena
Landmar Playa La Arena
4 out of 5
Lajial 4, Puerto de Santiago, Santiago del Teide, Tenerife
Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (380 reviews)
"Very clean. Good food."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Landmar Playa La Arena
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Royal Sun Resort
Royal Sun Resort
4.5 out of 5
C/ Geranio, 16, Los Gigantes, Tenerife, Santiago del Teide, Tenerife
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Santiago del Teide. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Los Gigantes Beach and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (294 reviews)
"Great to have a washing machine in the apartment. Great balcony for sunning. Large, with kitchen. Great place to recharge."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Royal Sun Resort
Ona el Marqués Resort
Ona el Marqués Resort
3.5 out of 5
Calle Las Rosas, 4, Puerto de Santiago, Santiago del Teide, Tenerife
Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a business centre and a snack bar/deli.
9/10 Wonderful! (299 reviews)
"Been coming here for 35 years. Home from home. Love fully equipped kitchen, views and clean and perfect temperature swimming pool."

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2024

Ona el Marqués Resort
El Marqués Palace by Intercorp Hotel Group
El Marqués Palace by Intercorp Hotel Group
4 out of 5
C/ Las Rosas, S/N, Santiago del Teide, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (214 reviews)
"Wonderful stay at El Marques Palace - clean, friendly, comfortable. Lovely pool area, quiet, and easy walking distance to loads of bars and restaurants. Plenty to do in the local area (would recommend Twizi Tours!)"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

El Marqués Palace by Intercorp Hotel Group
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Santiago del Teide

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
3 Feb 2020

Dated apartment in need of a total refurbishment. Smell of drains constantly in our room coming in through large gaps round the front door. Lots of road noise at night/early morning due to single glazed windows. Some of locks on windows broken.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
2 Nov 2019

Good location, for exploring coast and national park.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
23 Sep 2019

The views are stunning but if you are walking a lot be warned it is quite hilly and if you are driving the roads are quite windy but apart from that it’s a beautiful area but don’t expect sandy beach it’s a volcanic area and it’s black sand 

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
15 Sep 2019

Some very good restaurants in walking distance from the hotel

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
14 Aug 2019

Hire a car as you get to see so much more.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
8 Jul 2019

We live this area so always stay here. Will be returning to the area but felt that El Marques Palace was a bit run down ..needs a refurb. Wont be stating there again

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