The tourist board's hotel pages are the source for each entry above; some do not state stars or room counts.

Costa Adeje: beach and spa

Iberostar Selection Sábila is directly on the beachfront at Fañabé, with Torviscas, Fañabé, La Pinta and El Duque beaches close by. It has a Star Prestige area with a Sky Lounge, an infinity pool and a spa with a waterfront circuit, sauna, Turkish bath and a couples' treatment cabin. HOVIMA Cool Costa Adeje, on Avenida Ernesto Sarti, is livelier, with daytime entertainment, evening shows, CrossFit and a themed buffet called The Posh plus an à la carte restaurant, Ocean Blue. For a quieter and smaller place, ADRIAN Colón Guanahaní has 145 double rooms, 6 suites and 3 superior suites and a rooftop pool with sea views. See Playa Fañabé for the beach and where to stay in Costa Adeje for the area.

Playa de las Américas: nightlife close by

Coral Ocean View and Hotel Tigotan Lovers & Friends are in the middle of Playa de las Américas, a short walk from the beach, promenade and shops. The nightlife is on the doorstep: see Tenerife nightlife and Playa de las Américas. If you want to sleep, ask for a room facing away from the main street.

Puerto de la Cruz: green and calm

Radisson Resort & Residences is a 5-star resort for adults aged 16 and over above the town, with a free shuttle to Puerto de la Cruz, a heated outdoor pool and the Laurisilva Wellness spa. TUI BLUE Atlantic Hills occupies a converted 19th-century English country house inside Taoro Park, with a main pool, an infinity whirlpool, rooms with their own pools and a Serenity pool for club guests. See Puerto de la Cruz for the town and Playa Jardín for its beach.

South or north?

  • Beach, sun and nightlife: the south, near Playa de las Américas.
  • Spa, quiet and garden settings: Puerto de la Cruz.
  • Character and small size: boutique hotels.

For the whole island comparison, see Tenerife north or south and the best luxury hotels.

Booking advice

Age limits differ even among hotels that call themselves adults only: 16 or 18, or no figure given on the tourist board page. Check the age policy before you book if you travel with a teenager. Prices change by date; the Booking box on this page searches Costa Adeje, where most of the choice is.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming adults only means 18+: HOVIMA Cool and Radisson accept guests aged 16.
  • Booking a lively hotel for a quiet break.
  • Forgetting the airport transfer time: ADRIAN lists about 20 minutes from the south airport.
  • Choosing the north for guaranteed beach weather: check the best time to visit.

See also: Playa del Duque.

FAQ

Which hotels in Tenerife are adults only?

Examples are Iberostar Selection Sábila, HOVIMA Cool, Coral Ocean View and ADRIAN Colón Guanahaní in the south, and Radisson and TUI BLUE Atlantic Hills in Puerto de la Cruz.

What is the minimum age?

It varies: 18 at Tigotan Lovers & Friends, 16 at HOVIMA Cool and the Radisson; for other hotels, check the age rule before booking.

Which area has the most adults-only hotels?

Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas.

Are there adults-only hotels with a spa?

Yes: Sábila, Radisson and TUI BLUE Atlantic Hills list spas.

Can I find an adults-only hotel in the north?

Yes, in Puerto de la Cruz.

Tenerife Authority editorial team, 12 November 2026.