With its iconic Moorish-inspired architecture, The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama, is one of the most exclusive beachside resorts on the island with an award-winning spa and Michelin-star dining.
Why you'll love it here
- Indulge in modern Basque cuisine at the resort’s two-Michelin-star restaurant: M.B by Martín Berasategui
- Take the private train down to the golden sands of Abama Beach and enjoy a light bites at the Beach Club restaurant
- Melt stress at the award-winning The Ritz Carlton Spa, Abama complete with sensory showers and a cold plunge pool
- Option to upgrade to The Retreat: a boutique-style ‘resort within the resort’ featuring private pools and adult-only areas
Best For
- Family, Toddlers (0-3), Kids (4-12), Teens (13+)
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Travel Specialist
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Full accommodation information
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Well-appointed, spacious rooms and suites each boast a private balcony or terrace, and more often than not, a perfect sea view out towards La Gomera.
Seemingly endless amenities mean you can do as much or as little as you like at this luxury Tenerife resort. The newly reopened Serenity Pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Tenerife, offers an elevated haven for guests aged 13 and over seeking stillness and renewal. Situated at the heart of The Citadel, it is surrounded by lush gardens with scenic views over the Golf Course. Families can enjoy the Lagoon Pool, while the Persian Garden Pool now welcomes all ages. Guests can also relax on Abama Beach or in the award-winning Ritz-Carlton Spa.
There’s also no shortage of gastronomic pleasures to tempt you here, with eight sumptuous a la carte restaurants to choose from, as well as the Lobby Lounge & Terrace, where you can sip delicious cocktails designed by Javier de Las Muelas. Other highlights from The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama’s dining scene include the two-Michelin-star restaurant, M.B by Martín Berasategui, as well as Akira Back Tenerife, where guests can indulge in exquisite modern Japanese cuisine.
For those seeking an elevated experience, the resort’s recently-launched The Retreat offers just that. A boutique-style ‘resort within the resort’, The Retreat’s exclusive collection of rooms and suites offer enhanced seclusion and tranquillity to guests and come with a range of special features and inclusions. Relax in dedicated adult-only areas, swim in private pools, and enjoy all-day refreshments and light bites at the Club.
And beyond the resort, countless adventures await. Tee off at the nearby Abama Golf Course, expertly designed by Dave Thomas, or perfect your swing at the tennis academy by Joaquín Pérez. Explore Tenerife’s unique volcanic landscapes on a guided walk up Teide volcano. For younger travellers, Ritz Kids (now free of charge) offers engaging activities and workshops for ages 4–12, making The Ritz-Carlton, Tenerife, Abama a superb choice for an unforgettable family holiday.
Room Options
Stay in one of 462 rooms and suites located in the Citadel, which is at the heart of the complex, or the Retreat rooms and suites hidden amongst the lush gardens.
Citadel Deluxe
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 1 Child
Set over 538 sq ft, Citadel Deluxe Rooms are spacious with a sitting area, and one king-bed or two twin beds. They can comfortable sleep up to three guests and offer resort or ocean views.
Citadel Junior Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Citadel Junior Suites are open plan with sitting and dining areas. They feature one king-sized bed, a balcony, walk-in wardrobes and fully equipped marble bathrooms. Choose between resort or ocean views. Sleeps up to three adults.
Citadel One Bedroom Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Generously sized at 861 sq ft, the Citadel One Bedroom Suites enjoy a separate living room area, a living area and a privacy wall separating the king bed from social spaces, and can accommodate up to two adults, two children, and one infant. Enjoy ocean or resort views from the balcony.
Retreat, Deluxe Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 1 Child
Choose between garden or ocean views in Retreat, Deluxe Rooms, which you can admire from your balcony or terrace. Set over 538 sq ft, these rooms also feature one king-sized bed, a sofa bed, and separate living and dining areas. Guests staying in this room category also enjoy access to the Club Retreat Lounge. Maximum occupancy is three guests.
Retreat, Family Room
Sleeps: 4 Adults , 1 Child
Perfect for a special family getaway, the Retreat, Family Rooms, can comfortably sleep up to four guests for the perfect balance of space and togetherness. Choose between garden or ocean view rooms – which you can admire through floor-to-ceiling windows or on the balcony –and relax together in separate living and dining areas. Guests staying in this room category also enjoy access to the Club Retreat Lounge.
Retreat, Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Retreat, Suites, come in a variety of configurations; choose between one or two bedrooms, garden or ocean views, and opt for private pools available in some suites. Unwind in your own space with separate living and dining areas, and privacy walls between beds, with accommodation for up to 2 adults, 2 children, and 1 infant. Guests staying in this suite category also enjoy access to the Club Retreat Lounge. Adults-only options available.
Royal Suite
This two-bedroom penthouse suite offers 6434 sq ft of space and boasts a kitchenette, a large terrace with ocean views, and separate living and dining areas. Other highlights include the tub with jet sprays and the whirlpool bathtub. The Royal suite can comfortably accommodate up to six guests and those staying in this suite category also enjoy access to the Club Retreat Lounge. *Please note: the whirlpool bathtub in the Royal Suite is currently out of order.
Imperial Suite with Pool
Enjoy sunbathing around your own private pool in this two-bedroom penthouse suite! Set across 10,222 sq ft, it features a kitchenette, a large terrace with ocean views, and separate living and dining areas. The Imperial Suite with Pool can comfortably accommodate up to six guests and those staying in this suite category also enjoy access to the Club Retreat Lounge.
Retreat Adults Only, Deluxe Room
These Retreats are exclusively for adults. Stay in the Retreat Adults Only, Deluxe Rooms, with garden or ocean views and enjoy a host of additional privileges, including a complimentary selection of beverages served throughout the day by the pool, a dedicated team of Retreat Ambassadors, personalised check-in, and complimentary use of a buggy for the duration of your stay.
Retreat Adults Only, Suite
Exclusively for adults, these Retreats offer one- or two-bedroom suites with serene garden or ocean views. Enhance your stay with a host of privileges, including a complimentary selection of poolside beverages throughout the day, personalised service from your dedicated Retreat Ambassadors, private check-in, and use of a buggy for the duration of your stay.
Facilities/Amenities
Spa
The Ritz-Carlton Spa offers treatments and spa programmes tailor-made to your own requirements. The treatments at The Ritz-Carlton Spa make use of natural, local materials including volcanic stones, mineralising marine algae, aromatic herbs and healing fruits such as papaya and banana. Spa treatments incorporate ancient beauty and wellness traditions from around the world. Enjoy hydrotherapy treatments, the sauna, steam room and Turkish hammam. Two suites have been created for romantic couples treatments with double massage beds and steam showers for two.
A state of the art fitness centre and outdoor terrace for group classes includes cardiovascular and weight training equipment, and offers classes that include yoga, stretching, and Pilates. For a full body experience, The Ritz-Carlton Spa offers Total Body Programmes that include fitness consultations and a number of spa treatments and access to the thermal circuits.
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- Time zone: GMT +1
- Flight time: 2 - 4 hours
- Recommended airlines: British Airways, Iberia, Eayjet, Jet2
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Tipping guideline: 10% to 15%
- Health considerations: No major health risks.
- Capital: Madrid
- Population: 4.74734e+007
- National languages: Spanish
- Electricity and plugs: Type C/F<br>230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: You don't need a visa for Spain if you have a British passport - for a maximum of 90 days
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