Balcon del Mar A&V Ocen View Costa del Silencio

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Balcon del Mar? The name actually makes sense – you really do feel like you’re standing on a balcony overlooking the sea, which honestly isn’t always the case with these ocean view places. I mean, sometimes “ocean view” means squinting through a tiny window and hoping to catch a glimpse of blue, but this spot on Calle Odisea genuinely delivers on that promise.

Costa del Silencio is one of those places that feels like a bit of a secret – it’s tucked away on Tenerife’s quieter southern coast, away from the madness of Playa de las Américas but still close enough that you’re not completely isolated. The thing about this area is that it actually lives up to its “silence” name, especially in the evenings when the only sound is waves hitting the rocks below. The hotel sits perfectly positioned to catch both the morning light and those incredible Canarian sunsets that paint the whole Atlantic golden. I’ve stayed in plenty of 4-star places that felt like they were trying too hard, but this one has that relaxed confidence that comes from knowing it’s in the right spot.

What really impressed me was how the staff seemed to genuinely know the area – not just the touristy stuff, but actual local insights. The woman at reception mentioned this little fish restaurant about ten minutes’ walk down the coast that I never would have found otherwise, and honestly, it ended up being one of the highlights of my stay. The rooms themselves have that clean, modern feel without being sterile, and the air conditioning actually works properly (you’d be surprised how often that’s not the case). The balconies are generous too – not those tiny ledges where you can barely fit a chair, but proper spaces where you can actually sit with your morning coffee and watch the fishing boats head out.

Here’s something practical that matters: parking isn’t a nightmare like it can be in some of these coastal spots. There’s space, and you’re not circling the block at midnight trying to find somewhere to leave your rental car. The pool area gets busy around midday – that’s when the families with kids tend to stake out the loungers – but early morning and late afternoon it’s peaceful. The 9.2 rating makes sense when you experience the place; it’s not flashy or trying to be something it’s not, but everything just works the way it should. The internet is solid, the shower pressure is strong, and the beds are actually comfortable (another thing you can’t take for granted). If you’re looking for a base to explore the south of Tenerife without dealing with resort crowds, or if you just want to sit somewhere beautiful and decompress, this place gets it right.

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