Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife brings the brand's rock and roll personality to the south-west coast of the island, in the municipality of Adeje. Instead of a quiet, understated resort, this is a hotel with a sense of fun: music memorabilia in the public areas, a soundtrack by the pools, live entertainment in the evenings and a style that mixes modern design with a little swagger. It is rated as a five-star property, and the scale matches, with a large complex of buildings, several pools, a spa and a long list of restaurants and bars. For many visitors it is the obvious choice for a holiday that is as much about the resort itself as about the island around it. The south-west of Tenerife has the most settled weather on the island, with sunshine through most of the year, and Adeje is the municipality that includes Costa Adeje, the Fanabe and Torviscas seafront and the beaches that draw northern Europeans in winter. A stay here suits couples who want energy and nightlife without leaving the grounds, groups of friends, and families who like a resort with plenty going on. Teenagers in particular tend to enjoy a hotel with a bit of attitude. If you would rather have quiet gardens and a calm atmosphere, other places on this site will suit you better, but if you want something memorable, this is one of the south's most distinctive addresses.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Adeje on the sunny south-west coast, close to the resort areas of Costa Adeje and Playa Paraiso. Tenerife South airport is roughly half an hour away by road, so a taxi or transfer is the easy way to arrive. The coast has long seafront promenades, small beaches of golden and dark sand, and a good choice of restaurants, and the hotel is a short drive from Siam Park and the whale-watching boats at Puerto Colon.
If you plan to explore Teide National Park, Masca or the north of the island, a hire car makes sense, though many excursions pick guests up from hotels in this part of the south.
The rooms and the resort
Expect a large resort with a range of room types, from standard rooms to suites, many with balconies or terraces. Check the room categories and the board options when you book, because all-inclusive and half-board rates are common in this area and can change the value of a stay considerably. The pools, the spa and the entertainment programme are the main draws, and the busiest areas are lively by day, so ask for a quieter part of the complex if you prefer calm.
Who it suits
Couples who enjoy a social atmosphere, groups, and families with older children and teenagers. Younger children are usually welcome at resorts of this kind, and many have activities for them, so ask about clubs and age limits when you book. It is a good base for a week that mixes pool days with trips to the volcano, the cliffs of Los Gigantes and the beaches of the south.
Good to know
The south-west coast can be breezy in the afternoon and the sea is cooler than in the Mediterranean, so bring a layer for the evenings. Live music and entertainment mean some areas stay lively late, so mention if you want a quiet room. Tours, boat trips and park tickets in busy weeks sell out earlier than rooms, so decide on your main outings when you fix your dates, and check when you book for the latest on facilities, restaurants and any renovation work.
Why stay here
- ✓Five-star resort in Adeje
- ✓Music-themed public areas and design
- ✓Several pools
- ✓Spa and wellness area
- ✓Many restaurants and bars
- ✓Live entertainment in the evenings
- ✓Activities for families and teenagers
- ✓Short drive to Siam Park and Puerto Colon
Good questions
What makes Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife different?+
It combines a full-service five-star resort with a music-and-memorabilia theme, lively pools and evening entertainment, so it feels more energetic than a traditional quiet resort.
Is it good for families?+
Resorts of this kind usually suit families with older children and teenagers well. Check the activities and age limits for younger children when you book.
How far is it from the airport?+
Tenerife South airport is about thirty minutes away by road, so transfers are quick.
