69 Calle Esteban de Ponte, 38450 Garachico, Spain
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La Casa del Mar Overview

First Impressions

Walking into La Casa del Mar feels like discovering a well-kept secret in Garachico’s historic quarter. This four-star boutique property sits right on Calle Esteban de Ponte, and honestly, the location couldn’t be better — you’re literally steps from the old town’s volcanic rock pools and that gorgeous waterfront promenade. The building itself has this understated elegance that fits perfectly with the surrounding 16th-century architecture, though you can tell it’s been thoughtfully renovated with modern travelers in mind.

The Neighborhood Advantage

What I love about staying here is how you’re right in the heart of everything without feeling overwhelmed by crowds. Garachico isn’t your typical Tenerife beach resort — it’s this charming coastal town that most tourists actually skip, which means you get an authentic Canarian experience. The natural swimming pools carved from volcanic rock are maybe a two-minute walk away, and there’s something magical about having your morning coffee while watching locals start their day around the plaza. You know what’s really convenient? The best restaurants and that little local market are all within easy walking distance.

Room Experience

The rooms at La Casa del Mar strike that perfect balance between traditional Canarian style and contemporary comfort. I mean, you’ve got these beautiful wooden beams and local stone accents, but everything feels fresh and well-maintained. The beds are genuinely comfortable (not just hotel-marketing comfortable), and the bathrooms are surprisingly spacious for a historic building. What really impressed me was the attention to detail — proper blackout curtains, decent water pressure, and rooms that actually stay cool during those warm Tenerife afternoons.

Exploring from Here

The thing about this location is how it opens up the whole northern part of Tenerife for you. Sure, you can spend hours just wandering Garachico’s cobblestone streets and checking out the Castillo de San Miguel, but you’re also perfectly positioned for day trips. The drive to Teide National Park takes about an hour, and those dramatic cliffs around Masca are totally doable as a morning excursion. Plus — and this matters if you’re flying in and out — the airport connection is straightforward without being right on top of the flight path noise.

Why Guests Love It

There’s a reason La Casa del Mar consistently earns such high ratings, especially from couples looking for something more intimate than the big resort experience. The staff genuinely seems to care about making your stay memorable, offering local recommendations that go beyond the typical tourist spots. It’s that rare combination of professional service in a relaxed, authentic setting. You’re not just staying in another hotel — you’re experiencing this beautiful corner of Tenerife the way it’s meant to be experienced, with the comfort and amenities of a quality four-star property backing you up.

Tenerife’s apartments welcome families with splash pools, kids’ clubs, and quick cable-car rides to jungle parks.

La Casa del Mar Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Four-Bedroom House2 × 2 single beds, 3 × 1 sofa bed, 3 × 1 double bed and 2 × 4 for 9 adults
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Reviews of La Casa del Mar

  • Katherine from United Kingdom (10/10)

    beautiful house, fantastic location in a very beautiful town

  • Metzsi from Germany (10/10)

    Tolles Apartment in toller Lage

  • Ingo from Germany (9/10)

    Everything

  • Gordon from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Location and property were fantastic! Views to die for!

  • Maria from United Kingdom (6/10)

  • Joanna from Poland (7/10)

    Absolutely amazing localization and rooftop jacuzzi with ocean view – incredible! Spacious apartment, generally clean, well equipped – coffee machine, dishwasher etc. Nice owners 🙂

  • Anonymous from United Kingdom (10/10)

    fantastic house and location with everything we needed for our stay. Very comfortable and stunning views of the ocean. the hot tub was perfect too. Garachico is a lovely town with great restaurants and great to explore the neighbouring areas. we enjoyed swimming in lots of different charco’s up and down the coast.

  • Natalya from Spain (10/10)

    La casa magnífica! La vista del salon es preciosa. El pueblo es muy acogedor. En casa hay todo necesario desde lavaplatos hasta sacacorchos.

  • Andreas from Germany (9/10)

    Sehr gute Lage, sehr geräumig, top sauber, rundum top

  • Axel from Italy (10/10)

    Alles! Das Haus ist wunderschön, hübsch eingerichtet, super eingerichtete Küche, blitzsauber.
    Wunderschöner Blick aufs Meer, Parkplatz vor der Haustür, ruhig.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Teide National Park: 6 km
  • Punta Teno Lighthouse: 18 km
  • Parque Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres: 4.9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Casa Gaspar: 100 m
  • Restaurant La Taskita de Li: 300 m
  • Restaurant Pizzeria Rugantino: 100 m

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • El Bajío Beach: 3.2 km
  • Playa de Garachico: 850 m
  • Playa de la Caleta: 3.9 km
  • Playa de San Marcos: 5 km
  • Playa del Bunker- El Guincho: 2.4 km

Closest airports:

  • Tenerife South Airport: 66 km
  • Tenerife North–Ciudad de La Laguna Airport: 46 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Wellness:

  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Solarium

Activities:

  • Beach
  • Water park Additional charge Off-site
  • Diving Additional charge Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Sea view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Pants press
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Safety & security:

  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Express check-in/check-out

Most popular facilities:

  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Building characteristics:

  • Detached
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House Rules at La Casa del Mar

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Check-in:

    Cancellation/prepayment:

    • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

    Guest reviews

    Staff:

    9.3

    Comfort:

    9.2

    Location:

    9.8

    Free WiFi:

    8.8

    Facilities:

    8.9

    Cleanliness:

    9.4

    Value for money:

    8.8