Quinta La Bella

Hotel Description

I’ll be honest – I almost drove right past Quinta La Bella the first time I visited. It’s tucked away on this quiet stretch of Camino La Mesa in Valle Tabares, and if you’re not paying attention, you might miss the entrance. But that’s actually part of what makes this place so special. You’re technically in La Laguna, but you feel like you’ve discovered some hidden countryside retreat that the tour groups haven’t found yet.

The moment you step onto the property, you get it. This isn’t your typical four-star hotel trying to impress everyone who walks by – it’s more like staying at the beautifully restored country home of that well-traveled friend who has impeccable taste but doesn’t show off about it. The buildings have this authentic Canarian architecture that feels lived-in rather than museum-perfect, and honestly, the attention to detail is remarkable. You know what struck me most? The way they’ve managed to create these intimate spaces without making the place feel cramped or precious. There are little corners where you can sit with your morning coffee and actually hear birds instead of traffic, which is pretty rare when you’re this close to town.

The location is honestly brilliant if you know the area. Valle Tabares is one of those neighborhoods that locals love because it’s got character without the chaos – you’re maybe ten minutes from the historic center of La Laguna (which is UNESCO World Heritage, by the way), but you’re not dealing with the noise and crowds that come with staying right in the middle of everything. I mean, you can walk to some genuinely good local restaurants that don’t have English menus, and there’s this bakery about five minutes away where the locals actually go for their morning pastries. The staff seems to understand that people want insider recommendations too – they’ll tell you about the hiking trails that start practically from the hotel’s backyard, or which days the local market is worth visiting.

What really sets Quinta La Bella apart is this sense of place you don’t get at the big resort chains. The rooms feel thoughtfully designed rather than cookie-cutter, and there’s this attention to comfort that goes beyond just thread count and mini-bars. I stayed during what’s technically their busy season, but the property never felt overcrowded or rushed. Check-in was relaxed, parking was straightforward (which matters more than you’d think in this area), and the whole experience felt genuinely welcoming rather than professionally polished but cold. It’s the kind of place where you end up extending your stay if you can swing it, not because there’s endless entertainment on-site, but because it gives you this perfect base for exploring Tenerife at your own pace while actually feeling like you’re experiencing something authentic.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $272. Two-Bedroom Townhouse with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Stunning views, quiet and remote but easy to get to La Laguna! – Ryan from Germany – 13 February 2025 (10/10)

  Fantastic views and spacious property including garden. Isolated and remote but still near la Laguna. Attentive hosts!

• Highly recommended ! – Bertrand from France – 7 January 2025 (10/10)

  Fantastic view from this typical canarian house, perfectly calm, clean and nice place to stay.
  Welcome from the host was also nice with some gifts
  
  What could be improved: Nothing !

• Na pewno tam wrócę. Miejsce klimatyczne, niepowtarzalne, komunikacyjnie wszędzie bllisko 🙂 – Emilia from Poland – 16 January 2025 (10/10)

  Miejsce cudowne, nie można było się nasycić tymi widokami: góry Anaga, ocean, Santa Cruz, Teide – przecudownie.
  
  What could be improved: nie mam takich rzeczy

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