Villa El Jagüel

Villa El Jagüel Overview

First Impressions

When I first pulled up to Villa El Jagüel, tucked away on Calle Laurisilva in the quiet village of Montañeta, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect. The name had intrigued me — jagüel is an old Canarian word for a natural water pool — and the property definitely lives up to that sense of discovering something special. This four-star villa feels more like a well-kept secret than a typical hotel, which is exactly what drew me in.

Location & Setting

You know what really struck me about this place? It’s how perfectly positioned it is for exploring Tenerife’s northern coast without dealing with the tourist crowds. Montañeta itself is this sleepy little spot that most visitors drive right through, but that’s actually its charm. The villa sits close enough to the coast that you can smell the ocean air, yet it’s surrounded by the kind of lush greenery that makes the Canary Islands feel almost tropical. I mean, there’s a golf course within walking distance if that’s your thing, and the fishing spots along this stretch of coast are genuinely some of the best I’ve found on the island.

The Accommodation

My room had this lovely view over the gardens — nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable with that relaxed island vibe I was hoping for. The villa keeps things simple but thoughtful, and I appreciated that they didn’t try to over-complicate things with unnecessary frills. What really impressed me was how quiet everything was at night, which isn’t always guaranteed when you’re staying somewhere that couples seem to love as much as this place (and trust me, I could see why they do).

Activities & Amenities

The tennis court was a pleasant surprise — I hadn’t expected to find one in such a small property, but it’s well-maintained and actually gets used. There’s also parking right on site, which saved me the headache of hunting for street spots like I’ve had to do at other places around here. The staff mentioned some great fishing spots just a short drive away, and honestly, having that local knowledge made a real difference in how I spent my days. It’s the kind of place where you can be as active or as relaxed as you want.

Why Guests Love It

What makes Villa El Jagüel work so well is that it doesn’t try to be everything to everyone — it just does what it does really well. The location gets consistently high marks from guests, and after spending time there, I totally get why. You’re close enough to explore the island’s highlights but far enough from the madness to actually unwind. The whole experience feels authentic rather than manufactured, which is getting harder to find these days. If you’re looking for a genuine Canarian experience without the resort crowds, this little villa delivers exactly that.

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Villa El Jagüel Accommodations

Reviews of Villa El Jagüel

• Sam from Spain (9/10)

  Views, rooms, sauna, pool, cleanliness

• David from Spain (9/10)

  Todo.

• Javier from Spain (8/10)

  Espacio, ubicación, piscina, vistas

• Prudencio from Spain (8/10)

  La casa es tal como se ve en las fotos. Con todos los servicios. El anfitrión nos recibió a la hora indicada. Y la zona de jardín barbacoa y piscina genial y con unas vistas espectaculares.

• Ignacio from Spain (9/10)

  La casa está diseñada con mucho capricho. Tiene diferentes estancias exteriores donde disfrutar las vistas del Teide, del mar y alrededores. Una decoración especial y singular.
  Es una casa muy acogedora . La zona de la piscina con su jardín también muy bien. Lo recomendamos.
  Mencionar también al anfitrión. Muy amable.

• Clareton from France (3/10)

  La Vue sur le teide est imprenable avec une belle terrasse.
  Le sauna est très agréable.
  La maison est spacieuse.

• Montserrat from Spain (9/10)

• David from Spain (8/10)

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