About this hotel
This 4-star AC by Marriott hotel is on Calle Candelaria in the historic centre of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, close to Plaza de España, the marina and the city’s shopping streets. It suits city-break travellers, business guests, cruise or ferry passengers and visitors who want Santa Cruz culture rather than a southern resort setting. The hotel occupies the former Edificio Maya and has a modern city-hotel style. Verified features include complimentary Wi-Fi, AC Lounge, Azotea del 31 rooftop cocktail bar, rooftop outdoor pool, fitness room, restaurant, business centre, meeting space, on-site laundry, paid self parking and electric vehicle charging.
Hotel Style 4-star city hotel
Area Historic Santa Cruz / marina
Wi-Fi Complimentary Wi-Fi
Parking On-site parking, fee applies
Best for
- Santa Cruz city breaks close to Plaza de España and the marina
- Business travellers needing meeting space and central access
- Cruise, ferry and island-hopping travellers using the port area
- Culture-focused stays near TEA, the auditorium and historic streets
- Travellers wanting a rooftop pool rather than a beachfront resort
Location & surroundings
The hotel is in central Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a short walk from Plaza de España, Calle Castillo, the marina and the older streets around Plaza de la Iglesia. This is a city location with shops, cafés, government buildings, restaurants and cultural venues nearby, not a beach-resort area. The tram and TITSA bus links make it practical for local travel, while the port and Intercambiador transport hub are useful for ferry, cruise and island bus connections. Playa de las Teresitas is the nearest well-known sandy beach and is best reached by bus, taxi or car.
Nearby attractions
- Plaza de España – approx. 0.2 km: Santa Cruz’s main square is a useful starting point for the waterfront and shopping streets.
- Plaza de la Candelaria – approx. 0.1 km: A central square close to cafés, shops and historic city streets.
- Iglesia de la Concepción – approx. 0.3–0.4 km: One of the city’s historic churches, close to the older part of Santa Cruz.
- TEA Tenerife Espacio de las Artes – approx. 0.6 km: A contemporary cultural centre with exhibitions, film programming and a striking modern building.
- Mercado de Nuestra Señora de África – approx. 0.7 km: A lively market for local produce, flowers, snacks and everyday island food culture.
- Parque García Sanabria – approx. 0.9 km: A central city park with shaded paths, sculptures and a calmer break from shopping streets.
- Auditorio de Tenerife – approx. 1.3 km: A landmark concert venue by the waterfront, known for its distinctive architecture.
- Playa de las Teresitas – approx. 9.6 km: A sandy beach near San Andrés, useful for a half-day beach trip from Santa Cruz.
Local travel tips
- Use Calle Castillo and the streets around Plaza de España for easy shopping, cafés and central Santa Cruz atmosphere.
- For Playa de las Teresitas, take a bus or taxi rather than walking; it is outside the central city.
- Check rooftop pool and bar access locally, as rooftop areas can occasionally be affected by private events or weather.
- Confirm the current parking charge before arrival; the hotel lists paid self parking and EV charging subject to availability.
- For Teide, Anaga or the north coast, rent a car or book organised transport, as island distances and mountain roads take planning.
Best time to visit
Santa Cruz de Tenerife works well year-round, with mild winters and warm summers. Spring and autumn are comfortable for walking, city sightseeing and trips to Anaga or Teide. February or March can be very busy around Carnival, one of the city’s major events. Summer suits beach trips to Las Teresitas, though the north-east of Tenerife can feel breezy and slightly cloudier than the southern resorts.
Full quick facts
| Hotel Style: | Modern city and business hotel |
| Star Rating: | 4-star |
| Nearest Airport: | Tenerife Norte Airport |
| Distance to Airport: | Approx. 15 km to Tenerife Norte Airport; approx. 62 km to Tenerife Sur Airport |
| Beach Distance: | Approx. 9.6 km to Playa de las Teresitas |
| City Centre Distance: | Central Santa Cruz location; approx. 0.2 km to Plaza de España |
| Languages: | Spanish, English, German, French, Italian |
| Parking: | On-site self parking available; daily fee listed; EV charging available |
| Wi-Fi: | Complimentary Wi-Fi available |
| Family Friendly: | Not available |
| Pet Friendly: | Pets are not allowed |
Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel in central Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
Yes. The hotel is on Calle Candelaria in the historic centre, close to Plaza de España, the marina and main shopping streets.
Is this a beachfront hotel?
No. It is a city-centre hotel. Playa de las Teresitas, the main nearby sandy beach, is approximately 9.6 km away.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes. The hotel has an outdoor rooftop pool on site, with towels provided.
Which airport is closest?
Tenerife Norte Airport is the closest airport, approximately 15 km from the hotel. Tenerife Sur Airport is approximately 62 km away.
Does the hotel have parking?
Yes. On-site self parking is available for a daily fee, and electric vehicle charging is listed subject to availability.
Are pets allowed?
No. Available hotel information states that pets are not allowed, although service animals are accepted where applicable.
Summary
This Santa Cruz hotel suits city-break travellers, business guests and island visitors who want central access rather than a resort beach setting. Its strengths are complimentary Wi-Fi, rooftop pool, Azotea del 31, fitness room, meeting space, paid parking and a walkable location near Plaza de España and the marina.
