Aguamarina Golf Hotel

We had a great couple of weeks at the Aguamarina, just before the coronavirus epidemic hit Europe. first of all, may I say that the service from all the staff at the hotel was superb. Probably amid the best we have encountered anwhere in the world. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and on the whole, very quiet, apart from one night, when some dunken yobs woke up most of the hotel. I should add that this was atypical. Most of the guests were very pleasant. Food was fine, A wide selection on the buffet. We were however a little disappointed by the "special" meals in the Argentinian and Canarian restaurants. We found the only major snag is the situation of the hotel. Very remote from the centres of activity on Tenerife. There is a shuttle bus to Los Cristianos, but that involves an outing involving most of the day and we did not think it worth-while, particularly as the hotel was so pleasant.

Hotel spotless and staff great. Rooms a bit dated but everything you need and sooo clean. Soap and shower gel provided, towels and sheets changed frequently. Pool not huge but plenty of room to swim when we were there, plus small indoor heated pool and gym. Shallow pool separate nearest to pool bar. Lifeguard on duty all day. Food is buffet style with a wide variety of hot and cold, great selection of fruit and nice desrts but can't understand greens at breakfast but not with main meal ?.. no wow factor but no need to go hungry either. House wines decent, tea and coffee machines at breakfast time only but can get at the bars anytime. Olivier, Miguel, Johana and Nelson served us most of the time in the restaurant and were friendly and we had a lot of laughs with them but they were always prompt and efficient too. Pool towels can be hired at reception requiring a Cash deposit. Free wifi in reception area where there are soft chairs and small tables. Would recommend a room away from lifs/stairs if you like an early night as tiled hallways means clip clop of shoes past your door. Not much in the immediate are but there is a walkway from hotel down along the sea front with bars, restaurants etc. This can be used to start a stroll to los abrigos (less than 40mins leisurely) where there's a small harbour, cafes, restaurants but a proper small town with character. A supermarket and more touristy shops all 2 mins walk from hotel and of course an Irish bar with plenty of banter and a lively vibe. Another stroll from the marina takes you along between sea and golf course. All the little coves in this area are stony so avoid slip -on shoes unless you want bruised toes or a sprained ankle! Swimming in sea on this coast is not recommended as currents are strong and waves push you against the rocks. Hotel provides a curtesy bus to playa de americas and los christianos which are both busy and overly touristy without much character. Ok if you like bars shops and hassle from touts. No nice beaches but can swim in sea there as they have stone defences and some sand . Pleasant winter break destination but not much of interest on this stretch of coast other than touristy shops and golf. At least this hotel is (currently) on the end of a string of coast hotels.

We are a retired couple, just back from a month's all-inclusive stay at this 4* hotel. First off, this is what Aguamarina Golf is not: it's definitely not the hip-hop-happening resort hotel you might seek to find in the much livelier venues like Las Americas or Los Cristianos. Nor does it have artificial, golden sand beaches. What it does have is a relatively quiet and relaxing vibe. There is an entertainment programme if you're interested; pleasant rooms, most with pool or sea views and, of course, nearby golf. There is a plethora of tour opportunities by bus/coach from right outside the hotel and boat trips from the marina close by. The restaurant provides a frankly incredible variety of options, breakfast, lunch and dinner, all in the buffet style. The entire hotel is spotlessly clean and the pool and gardens meticulously maintained. The staff are very helpful, efficient and friendly and the vast majority have very advanced English language skills. We were admittedly very lucky with the weather, untouched by the problems around the Coronavirus crisis, and enjoyed punctual (TUI)flights. But, based on our experience, we would definitely consider a long winter break there again in the future. And that's about the highest level of praise you can probably give in this game. On a sober note: Good luck to all those travellers and holidaymakers temporarily stranded, quarantined or simply unable to travel at this time. May you all get home safe and well as soon as possible.