Good family-friendly 3-star hotel

I stayed at Hovima Santa María during my holiday in Tenerife in April 2025, and my overall impression was very positive.  

Hovima is a Spanish hotel chain known for its great value for money, and there are several of their hotels nearby. Right in front of this one, by the sea, is the 4-star Hovima La Pinta, but it's about 50% more expensive — so we chose the 3-star and didn’t regret it.

The hotel is located in a great area of Costa Adeje — just a 5-minute walk (around 400 m) to the beach, with plenty of cafés, restaurants, and supermarkets nearby. There are several beaches to choose from. Most of the guests were from the UK, Ireland, and France.

Pools:  There are three pools at the hotel — one large heated pool, which is perfect in any weather, and a separate small pool for children. There are enough sunbeds for everyone, no need to reserve early in the morning. The gentle slope into the water is great for little ones.  

Beach towels are optional — €2 per day if you rent from the hotel. You can also bring your own or buy one in town for about €4.

Room:  The room was clean and spacious, with a small kitchenette that included all necessary utensils, pans, pots, toaster, and a fridge — very convenient if you’re traveling with kids or prefer to cook sometimes. The furniture is a bit dated, but it didn’t affect the comfort at all.  

There’s a safe in the room for €3 per day. A detailed video of the room is available in the media files.

Food:  Breakfasts and dinners at the hotel restaurant were tasty and varied — there was always something for both adults and children.  

We had one complimentary drink included with dinner per person (choice of wine, beer, sangria, cola, juice, or water).  

I recommend booking half board (HB) — you can have lunch outside, at beach cafés or on excursions, and return in the evening for a relaxing dinner followed by a walk along the ocean.

Weather in April. The official summer season in Tenerife runs from May 1 to October 31,  

but the island is suitable for holidays all year round. According to locals, the best months to visit are September and October, when the ocean is warm and there are fewer tourists. A short video about the actual weather in April is available in media.

Wi-Fi: The internet in the hotel was weak and worked poorly, so we mostly used mobile data.

Overall, Hovima Santa María is an ideal option for a comfortable, family-friendly vacation in a great location, offering excellent value for money.

I’ll share more about excursions and must-visit places in Tenerife in my Travel Story.