Hotel Best Tenerife

"This place has definitely got the wow factor. The swimming pool is a knockout and the reception is a real showstopper. Add great food and good facilities to the mix and you’re in for something special." Imagine a thatched-roof bar surrounded by gently nodding palms. Now add a good helping of hot, hot sunshine. In the distance there’s the sound of a splashing waterfall. But don’t be fooled, you’re not in the Caribbean. This is in fact Tenerife. The Hotel Best Tenerife to be precise – one of Playa de las Americas’ most impressive hotels. Our tour here begins with the swimming pool. Like a tropical lagoon, its curving sweep of cool blue water is crossed by a suspension rope bridge and cocooned by lush gardens. The pièce de résistance, however, is the cascading waterfall that trickles down into the pool. The surrounding sun terrace is peppered with parasols and sunbeds making this the perfect spot to just kick back, relax and soak up the sun. Giving the pool a run for its money, however, is the hotel lobby. All marble, glass elevators and exotic plants, it’s even got an indoor stream! There are more treats in store down at the restaurant. Watch chefs rustle up mouthwatering food at the show cooking station. And don’t miss the fortnightly themed dinners. If you want to work off some of those calories, there’s plenty in the way of facilities here. Get your adrenaline pumping with an energetic game of squash. Or take advantage of some of the daily organised activities. But if you just want to bliss out on golden sands, the beach is only about a five to ten minute stroll away. You see, it’s true – when the pace of life is this relaxed, you could be forgiven for thinking you’re in the Caribbean. Enjoy.