Playa de Las Teresitas in Tenerife

Hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Stay close to cruise & ferry port, in city centre, beach, …

Stay close to cruise & ferry port terminal

Tenerife’s ferry and cruise port is located in the city of Santa Cruz on the island’s northeast coast.

Whether you’re planning a cruise or a hotel based holiday, the port of Santa Cruz is an excellent choice. The port terminal sees the arrival of cruise ships and ferries regularly, and the area is one of the most scenic in Tenerife.

The port boasts a striking location with the misty mountains in the background and access to some of the best beaches nearby.

There are hotels and apartments to suit every budget and to appeal to all your needs. Maybe you’re celebrating a special birthday or anniversary with a Canary Islands cruise. Why not take a look at some of the fabulous luxury hotels, most of which have their own pools, restaurants, bars and entertainment?

Spa breaks are a wonderful treat, and the sunny climate and proximity of hotels near the terminal to beaches like Las Teresitas will enhance your stay. Santa Cruz is filled with great attractions and the terminal is within easy reach of the spectacular wave shaped Auditorium of Tenerife, one of the city’s most recognisable sights.

Choose budget accommodation for family breaks to have more to spend on days out and treats. There are plenty of excellent self-catering apartments and good deals on clean, well-maintained rooms in smaller hotels.

Bestsellers

Plaza de Espana in Santa Cruz de Tenerife city

Barcelo Contemporáneo

Budget friendly 3 star hotel in the centre of the city.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife port aerial view

Silken Atlántida Santa Cruz

Very popular accommodation with rooftop terrace and sea views.

Beach in Tenerife

Iberostar Grand Hotel Mencey

Luxury 5 star property set in a colonial-style building, 5 minutes from ferry and cruise port.

Santa Cruz Tenerife

Ferry and Cruise Terminal

Vessels dock at the Port of Santa Cruz, which is located within close distance of the city centre.

Ships dock on the very long pier located approx. 1km from town. It’s possible to walk to the pier but usually a shuttle bus is available between the cruise terminal and the town (Plaza de Espana). From your hotel you can easily get to the harbour by metered taxi.

Cruises to and from the Canary Islands

Itineraries sailing out of Santa Cruz de Tenerife will take you around the Canary Islands, to other parts of Europe or even transatlantic to Barbados or Buenos Aires in Argentina.

Main cruiselines operating from the port are P&O Cruises, AIDA and Mein Schiff Cruises.

The island of Tenerife is also a very popular stop on various cruises departing from the UK. Some voyages depart from either Southampton (see our hotels), Newcastle UK or even the city of Liverpool.

Why choose hotels in Santa Cruz?

The ferry and cruise ship terminal welcomes passengers to the island daily and it is one of the busiest transit locations in the country.

Tenerife is part of Spain, and it is the largest of the Canary Islands. Its position in the Atlantic Ocean close to the south west coast of Morocco makes it easily accessible by sea, and there is also a regular direct ferry from the Spanish city of Cadiz.

Visitors will be delighted to find hotels within walking distance of the ferry terminal, while those who want to explore further afield can make Santa Cruz their base thanks to terrific deals on rooms and apartments.

Deals can be found in the summer peak season months as well as later in the year, and of course its exceptional mild climate and 365 days of sunshine makes Tenerife an inspired choice at any time.

Stay within budget during your trip

If you plan to enjoy a cruise followed by a stay in the port, you’ll want to ensure that you budget for every eventuality.

Santa Cruz has lots of family friendly restaurants to choose from, as well as deals on accommodation that will save you money. Saving on the cost of hotels allows you to get more from your stay, and luxury 5 star residences and budget apartments all have great offers throughout the year.

It’s worth looking out for deals on the cost of your cruise as well as for accommodation, and you might want to consider choosing a holiday home close to the terminal at less busy times.

The busiest times are the peak season and school holidays, as well as Christmas and New Year with more passengers alighting at the terminal for stays in Santa Cruz.

Be flexible, and look around for hotels that have all you want at the right price.

The closest beach to the port is Playa de la Teresitas, about 20 minutes away by bus.

Nearest Airports

There are two major airports on the island of Tenerife, located in both the north and south.

Both airports provide many daily flights from all over the world and especially Europe.

Tenerife North Airport
Located 11km or 7mi from the centre of Santa Cruz and the cruise passenger pier.

Tenerife South Reina Sofia International Airport
Located about 60km or 37mi away from Santa Cruz.

Currency and Language

The official currency is the EURO.

The official language of Tenerife is Spanish, although many locals speak at least basic English as well.

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