Tenerife
Feature
- Average temperature 19 – 25°C
- Beautiful wheelchair accessible beaches and nature
- Dolphins and Whale watching
- Good wheelchair and mobility scooter accessible
- Rent of home care, help- and mobility equipment
The summers and winter holidays in Tenerife
Costa Adeje, Aparthotel Isabel**** (5 accessible apartments, max 3 adults or 2 adults with 2 kids below the age of 12)
Situated in Costa Adeje, around 600 meters from Playa Fañabé and just few meters from leisure areas, is this Hotel a resort entirely intended and designed for the maximum comfort of couples, families, friends and for sun, sea and sand tourism (there is no easy access to the beach for wheelchair users). It consists of 384 units between Apartments, Bungalows and Villas, offering the chance to taste a genuine Canary Island village.
Costa Adeje, Hotel Jardiness de Nivaria***** (5 accessible rooms, max 2 persons)
Situated in Costa Adeje, an oasis for all of those seeking quality, service and relaxation.
A lot of attention has been paid to the architecture of the hotel, an elegant mixture between Art-deco and Spanish traditional style. One of the first things that draws one’s attention entering the lobby, is the hand made dome, crowning the main building representing the stars and constellations visible from Jardines de Nivaria. Without any doubt a unique masterpiece!!
Costa Adeje, Hotel La Plantación del Sur ***** (4 accessible units, max 4 persons)
Luxury & Relaxation from sunrise to sunset. The hotel is located in a privileged enclave, between the Duque and La Caleta beaches, it offers the best views of the south of Tenerife. All the rooms in the main building as well as the large separate accommodations have views of the sea. The hotel is surrounded by a tropical garden with five swimming pools, two with waterfalls, a children’s pool, a lap pool, heated swimming pool which includes a hoist and an active pool in the spa.
Los Cristianos, Spa & Sport hotel Mar y Sol **** (241 accessible rooms, max 1-4 persons)
The construction of the Mar y Sol reflects authentic Spanish-style architecture. It is built on two and in places three levels, and is accessible throughout by lifts. The few steps you come across within the complex can be avoided using the existing ramps.
The apartment hotel is situated approximately 400m away from the 8 km long sea-promenade and is constructed on slightly elevated ground and built on different levels around an impressive pool area. Because the way down to the sea is sloping, it is very easy to reach the beach and the center of town. Returning to the hotel may present problems for guests with restricted mobility but this can be overcome by using either an electric wheelchair or our free shuttle-service.
Los Cristianos, Hotel Arona **** (5 accessible rooms, max 2 persons)
The elegant Arona Gran Hotel consists of a 6-floors building with a total of 399 rooms and is situated in a privileged position on the seaside promenade with spectacular views to the ocean, the bay and the old fishing harbour of Los Cristianos.
Playa de las Américas, Aparthotel Parque La Paz *** (13 accessible units on ground floor, max 4 Adults)
A modern complex set in landscaped gardens, Parque de la Paz offers a friendly and lively atmosphere. It is situated in the very heart of Playa de Las Américas, 5 minutes away from the man-made accessible beach of Las Vistas; 1,5 Km from Los Cristianos. Regrettably the entrance to the rooms are too narrow for electric wheelchairs.
The surrounding area in general is very peaceful and pleasant, especially for walking along the coastline. The area is also renowned for its shops and restaurants, being very close to several important and well appointed shopping centers.
Playa de las Américas, Aparthotel Andorra *** (3 accessible units facing the pool, max 3 Adults or 2 adults + 2 kids)
These conveniently located apartments offer a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, right in the center of Playa de la Américas,15 minutes away from the south airport Reina Sofía and 5-7 minutes away from the beach Las Vistas. They are situated within easy reach of the resort’s many amenities including shops, bars and restaurants.
Playa de las Américas, Bungalows Parque Cristobal *** (5 accessible bungalows with 2 bedrooms, max 5 persons)
This bungalowpark is located in the very heart of Playa de las Américas, right in the middle of a pedestrian area with numerous shops and restaurants and around 100 m away from the sea front promenade.
Playa de las Américas, Hotel Bitacora **** (5 accessible rooms on ground floor, max 4 persons)
This hotel situated in the heart of Playa de las Américas, and surrounded by a subtropical garden, is the perfect family hotel. It is only a short stroll away from the shops, entertainment and the beach.
Playa de las Américas, Hotel Noelia Sur **** (accessible units 10, max 3 adults or 2+1)
This comfortable hotel offers the perfect combination of service, dining and leisure activities, all conveniently nestled directly in the heart of Playa de Las Americas. Only meters separate the guest from fashionable shopping or a relaxing day at the beach, while key attractions are easily accessible.
Playa de las Américas, Hotel Vulcano **** (10 accessible rooms facing pool, max 2 adults)
This appealing hotel is situated in the center of Playa de las Américas, only 300m from the beach and 5 minutes walking from the main road with plenty of shops and restaurants. Renewed in 2003, the Vulcano Hotel consists of 371 double rooms.
Playa de las Américas, Hotel Zentral Center **** (11 accessible rooms, max 3 adults)
The hotel is located in the heart of Playa de las Americas, on the southern coast of Tenerife. Being in the center of the resort, guests of the hotel can find numerous shops, restaurants, bars and a variety of night-life entertainment on the doorstep and the famous accessible Las Vistas beach within walking distance.
Los Cristianos, Villa Anna (1-4 people)
Villa Annie is a villa with a beautiful patio and garden. The villa has access for people with disabilities and includes access for an electric mobility scooter. The beach is just 40 meters away and the house has one bedroom and a double-person sofa-bed in the living room.
Los Cristianos, Villa Annie (1-4 people)
Villa Annie is a villa with a beautiful patio and garden. The villa has access for people with disabilities and includes access for an electric mobility scooter. The beach is just 40 meters away and the house has one bedroom and a double-person sofa-bed in the living room.
Los Cristianos, Villa Capitan (1-4 people)
The villa is located right on the Las Vistas beachfront promenade. The front garden has deck chairs that are perfect for lapping up the sun and watching the people swimming and walking between the beach and the village.
Los Cristianos, Villa Casita (1 -2 people)
This is a one-room villa with two beds and a fully equipped kitchen. Washing machine, microwave, satellite TV and internet are included. The small patio has hammocks and a table for four. If you need more space, you could combine this villa with villa Curt via the door joining the two houses.
Los Cristianos, Villa Curt (1 – 4 people)
The villa is located right on the Las Vistas beachfront promenade. The front garden has deck chairs that are perfect for lapping up the sun and watching the people swimming and walking between the beach and the village.
Los Cristianos, Villa Elena (1 – 5 people)
The villa is located right on the Las Vistas beachfront promenade. The front garden has deck chairs that are perfect for lapping up the sun and watching the people swimming and walking between the beach and the village.
The volcanic island of Tenerife offers you a rich variety of interesting places to visit, a wealth of attractions as well as some beautiful towns and villages. From the gorgeous sandy beaches in the south, to the dramatic lunar landscape of Mount Teide, this sun-kissed island is the largest of the Canaries and is blessed with an eternal spring-like climate. If you feel like abandoning your senses and escaping to Tenerife with its glorious blue skies, sunshine, lovely beaches, fine-dining restaurants and fantastic hotels, you have come to the right place.
Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos & Playa de las Américas – Tenerife
Is situated west of the southern airport (Reina Sofía) and is one of the most popular and busy resorts on the Canary Islands. The beaches are beautiful and it has a harbour that offers fishing trips, pleasure cruises, outings on glass bottom boats, diving excursions and ferries to the neighbouring island of La Gomera.
Away from the beaches and promenade area, you will discover a labyrinth of accessible shops including boutiques, designer labels and other great places to pick up a bargain, with numerous cafés and bars scattered amongst this shoppers’ paradise.
- Manual/Electric wheelchair
- Scooter
- Electric bed (incl. monkey pole and cotsides)
- Electric hoist
- Monkey pole
- Cotsides
- Air mattress (anti decubitus)
- Shower/toiletchair (commode)
- Raised toilet seat
- Rollator / Walking frame
- Home and medical care can be arrange.
For the complete list of possibilities and prizes see www.lero.net.
On the island is also a dialysis Center that is open for tourists.
Teide National Park:
There is one completely accessible route – Roque de Caramujo Path; the Alto de Guamazo path is accessible with the help of a friend or guide. There are several practicable viewpoints, and the botanical gardens and visitors center are also accessible.
Tenerife’s natural routes and paths:
A holiday in Tenerife does not have to stop at the beach and day trips to the coastal resorts and capital. Aside from a trip to the Teide National Park, there are several recommended routes, which take you through some of the island’s most stunning and natural landscapes.
One that has a fully accessible route is the Sendero de Agua Garcia. Situated in the Agua Garcia forest in the region of Tacoronte, you find this fully adapted pathway to 850m. There is an average slope of 6% and five resting spots. Thereafter the rest of the pedestrian route is practicable, as is the car park.
Transport
There are two companies on Tenerife that offer specifically-adapted cars for wheelchair user.
There are several taxi companies that offer vehicles with access ramps for wheelchairs.
“Playa de las Vistas”
Tenerife’s beaches are extremely well-equipped and barrier-free to all visitors. The region of Arona especially Playa de las Vistas, has won an award for its accessible beach facilities.
Los Cristianos boasts Europe’s largest barrier-free pedestrian sea promenade, which runs for seven kilometers. It’s beach is completely barrier-free with accessible walkways and routes, wooden fixed and roll-up pathways, entrance ramps (6%), accessible toilets and changing rooms, aquatic chairs and crutches, sea accompaniment and amphibian wheelchair services.
Whale & Dolphin Watching
These excursions leave every day from various ports in the south. There are two boats with accessibility for wheelchairs. Bottlenose Dolphins and Pilot Whales are the most numerous but it is also possible to spot others, such as Sperm or White Whales.
Aqua Land
In Costa Adeje makes up an excellent combined leisure and entertainment offer. This is the only Water Park and Dolphinarium in Tenerife and is situated in one of the most tropical tourist destinations of the island.
Guimar Pyramids
In the south of Tenerife are a complex of pyramid structures astronomically positioned by the winter and summer solstice.
The park offers its visitors a chance to contemplate these amazing constructions, a surprising resemblance of the architecture to those found in Egypt, Cerdena, Sicily, South America and other parts of the world.
Loro Parque
Located in Puerto de la Cruz, its facilities include 135,000 square meters, which means that they can house the big and the small. Although when it first opened, this theme park received its fame due to its magnificent collection of parrots, the largest in the world, today it provides a home to a number of species that live in this subtropical park which reproduces their natural habitat.
Parque Las Aquilas – Jungle Park
Is a fantastic zoological and botanical park with 75,000 m² of jungle and over 500 animals.