Spanien (Kanaren) ∙ Teneriffa ∙ Guia de Isora

The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama *****
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Highlights

  • 5-star luxury hotel in Guia de Isora with 318 rooms and suites.
  • Direct access to a 200 m long private sandy beach.
  • Dining in 8 restaurants including gourmet cuisine with two Michelin stars.
  • Seven freshwater pools in a subtropical garden landscape with 90,000 palms.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel complex.

Location

The 160-hectare luxury oasis, The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama, is situated amidst banana plantations on the west coast of Tenerife in Guia de Isora, approximately 35 km from the international Reina Sofia airport. Due to its advantageous location on the gently sloping hills of the Pico del Teide volcano, guests enjoy fantastic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the neighboring island of La Gomera. With its unique architecture, the resort blends harmoniously into the natural surroundings; it is located directly on an 18-hole golf course, and a 200-meter-long white sand beach is situated below the hotel.
Red hotel building with domes and palm trees by the sea under clear sky.
Modern hotel pool with turquoise water, lounge chairs, and palm trees in the background.
Pink building with cubic shapes and sea view under a clear sky.

Facilities

Evening ambiance at a hotel pool bar with seating and warm lighting.
Modern hotel pool with turquoise water, lounge chairs, and palm trees in the background.
Elegant restaurant with wooden tables, comfortable chairs, and a view of a green terrace.
A path leads through a garden with palm trees and flowers to a sea view under a blue sky.
Illuminated outdoor terrace with seating and palm trees at a hotel in the evening.
Terrace with yellow chairs and sea view under a shaded pergola roof.
Modern hotel restaurant with white chairs, wooden tables, and subdued lighting.
Red buildings with lush greenery and sea view under a clear sky.
Bright hotel dining area with red benches, white chairs, and marble tables.
Open-air restaurant with wooden roof, blue benches, wooden tables, and tropical surroundings.
This five-star deluxe property belongs to The Ritz-Carlton hotel chain. The main building was constructed in the form of a Moorish citadel with 318 rooms and suites, complemented by the exclusive "The Retreat" accommodations in the garden area with an additional 144 rooms and suites.
"The Retreat" is arranged in terraces, with each level featuring its own pool.
For the internationally renowned architect Melvin Villarroel, combining architecture and vegetation with Feng Shui components was of great importance.
The hotel features a lobby bar, a café, and 8 restaurants, including the gourmet restaurant "M.B.", managed by seven-star chef Martin Berasategui and awarded two Michelin stars, as well as the first "Akira Back" restaurant in Spain, known for its modern Japanese cuisine and supported by award-winning head chef Akira Back. There are also various themed restaurants, including the Italian restaurant "Verona" and the Spanish restaurant "Txoko" by star chef Martin Berasategui.
In the subtropical garden landscape with 90,000 palm trees and around 300 different plant species, there are a total of 7 freshwater swimming pools (including the new Serenity Pool for ages 13 and up), an exclusive sand beach, 2 natural rock swimming pools with seawater, and a beach club.
Sun loungers, cushions, parasols, and pool towels at the pool and the hotel's own beach section are included.

Accommodation

Citadel Double Room

The approx. 50m² elegantly furnished double room features a bedroom with a king-size bed or 2 twin beds (upon customer request), a sofa bed, and a spacious marble bathroom with a separate bathtub and walk-in shower/WC, double vanity, and vanity mirror. Other features include a safe (included), desk, alarm clock, ironing board and iron, air conditioning, 3 telephones, satellite TV, complimentary water, Wi-Fi (included), minibar (for a fee), coffee and tea-making facilities, 24-hour room service, nightly turndown service, and a furnished balcony with a view over the resort (D/DE).
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Optionally bookable with sea view for an additional charge (DM/DEM).
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Room name per hotel website: Citadel Junior Suite

Modern hotel room with two beds, sea view, and open balcony with seating area.
Modern living area with beige sofa, wooden coffee table, and decorative flowers in a glass vase.
Terrace with two chairs overlooking palm trees and the sea at a hotel.
Modern bathroom with double sink, large mirror, shower, and separate toilet.
Balcony with chairs and table overlooking terracotta buildings and sea.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, desk, and balcony overlooking the sea.

Citadel Junior Suite

With the same amenities as the double rooms, these are slightly larger at approx. 60m² and additionally feature a seating area and a walk-in closet. The Citadel Junior Suites offer resort views (JS2/JS1).
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Optionally bookable with sea view (J2M/J1M).
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Room name per hotel website: Citadel Junior Suite

Citadel Suite

Same amenities as the junior suites, but larger at approx. 80m², with a separate salon, 2 satellite TVs, and resort views (S2/S1).
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Optionally bookable with sea view for an additional charge (S2M/S1M).
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Room name per hotel website: Citadel One Bedroom Suite.

Bright hotel room with double bed, terrace, and seating area overlooking tropical plants.
Bright hotel room with modern decor, large windows, and access to a terrace overlooking the sea.
Modern hotel room with two beds, seating area, and balcony with sea view.

Citadel Family Room 2 Bedrooms

These consist of two interconnected Deluxe double rooms which feature resort views (DF2).
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Optionally bookable with sea view for an additional charge (F2M).
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Room name per hotel website: Citadel Family room

Retreat Deluxe Suite

Only bookable upon request.
Same amenities as the Retreat double rooms, but larger at approx. 80m², with a separate salon and resort views. Retreat suite guests have the "Buggy&Go" service included (upon arrival, guests receive a key and can use a buggy for the entire duration of their stay; these are parked in various areas of the resort) (S2D/S1D).
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Optionally bookable with sea view (SDM).
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Room name per hotel website: Retreat (One Bedroom Suite)

Modern hotel room with large bed, red headboard, and terrace overlooking pool.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and terrace overlooking palm trees.
Terrace with seating and table overlooking tropical garden and hotel pool.

Retreat Deluxe Double Room

The rooms are located in 4 rows with 8-11 rooms per block each. Each row has a separate pool (except for the last row, opposite the El Mirador restaurant). The rooms always face the sea, with rooms on the ground floor having a large terrace with resort views. The rooms are more private and feature a king-size bed, flat-screen TV, iron and ironing board, Wi-Fi included (premium access for a fee). Bathroom with bathtub/shower/WC, hairdryer, and bath accessories (DD2/DD1).
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Room name per hotel website: Retreat Deluxe
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Optionally bookable with sea view for an additional charge (DM1/DM2).

Retreat Adults Only Suite 1 Bedroom Garden View with Private Pool

Bookable upon request:
The approx. 80m² Retreats feature a bedroom with a king-size bed, a separate living room with a sofa bed, a spacious marble bathroom with a separate bathtub and walk-in shower/WC, double vanity, and vanity mirror. Other features include a safe (included), desk, alarm clock, ironing board and iron, air conditioning, 3 telephones, 2 satellite TVs, complimentary water, Wi-Fi (included), minibar (for a fee), coffee and tea-making facilities, 24-hour room service, nightly turndown service, and a furnished terrace with a private pool (2PV).
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Optionally bookable with 2 bedrooms (2V2).
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Room name per hotel website: Retreat Adults only 1 bedroom Suite with private Pool/Retreat two bedroom Suite

The Retreat Experience

This area is exclusively accessible to "The Retreat Experience" guests. Within "The Retreat" area, there is a separate section reserved exclusively for adults.
Further amenities:
- A personal concierge creates a tailor-made Retreat experience, including restaurant reservations and individual excursion recommendations.
- Exclusive access to the iconic infinity pool, reserved solely for Retreat guests.
- Daily culinary offerings: Breakfast at the "El Mirador" restaurant; varying culinary offerings throughout the day.
- Free drinks: Beer, house wine, Cava, and hot drinks served at all Retreat pools.
- Signature cocktail: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (complimentary, freshly prepared daily cocktail).
- Sweets: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (handmade pastries and local specialties to enjoy in the afternoon).
- Lunch snacks: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM (light, refreshing snacks with local and international flavors – the perfect break before lunch).
- An exclusive menu, specifically created by our chef for Retreat guests, is served in "The Retreat Experience" (available for an additional charge).
- One complimentary wellness circuit at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Abama per person per stay (subject to availability/reservation required. Only for adults aged 18 and over).
- Private buggy (only included when booking a suite).
- Unlimited access to digital newspapers and magazines via the "Press Reader App".
- Complimentary ironing service (2 items per room/stay).
In addition, The Retreat offers a quiet area for relaxing and socializing from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. A light menu is available from 1:00 PM to 3:15 PM (for an additional charge).

Retreat Family Deluxe Garden View

Only bookable upon request.
The Family Retreat Deluxe, consisting of 2 double beds, has the same amenities as the Citadel double rooms and additionally features a seating area (FVI).
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Room name per hotel website: Retreat Family Deluxe

Retreat Adults Only Double Room Deluxe

This separate area is only bookable for adults aged 16 and over.
Book a double room with access to the exclusive private pool for all Retreat guests. Here, you can enjoy complete tranquility and exclusive additional services. The rooms feature resort views (DDB/EDB).
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Sea view bookable for an additional charge (DBM/1B).
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Room name per hotel website: Retreat Adults only

Retreat Adults Only Suite 1 Bedroom Sea View

Only bookable upon request.
The approx. 80m² Retreats feature a bedroom with a king-size bed, a separate living room with a sofa bed, a spacious marble bathroom with a separate bathtub and walk-in shower/WC, double vanity, and vanity mirror. Other features include a safe (included), desk, alarm clock, ironing board and iron, air conditioning, 3 telephones, 2 satellite TVs, complimentary water, Wi-Fi (included), minibar (for a fee), coffee and tea-making facilities, 24-hour room service, nightly turndown service, and a balcony with a sea view (M2V).
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Optionally bookable with garden view upon request (STV).
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Room name per hotel website: Retreat Adults only 1 bedroom Suite with sea view

Meals

Breakfast/Half board

Breakfast buffet at the "La Veranda" restaurant, dinner as a 3-course menu at the "El Mirador", "Verona", "Verde Mar", and the Spanish restaurant "Txoko".
Dinner may be substituted with lunch at the "El Mirador" or "Beach Club" restaurants (3-course menu) (only for stays until 1/1/2026).
Upon reservation and for an additional charge, you can also enjoy dinner at the "Akira Black" or "M.B." restaurants. (Children aged 6 and over)
When booking half board, adults and children (4-12 years) receive a resort credit.
Cannot be used for room service or drinks; unused credit will not be refunded and will expire.
Gala dinner on December 31st is mandatory.

Modern hotel dining area with white chairs, wooden flooring, and buffet section.

Full board

Additional lunch as a 2-course menu at the "El Mirador", "Txoko", or "Beach Club" restaurants.
Drinks are not included.

Sports included

The hotel's fitness center (for ages 16 and over) is equipped with modern cardio machines and offers numerous fitness classes such as aerobics, spinning, and yoga (selected classes included). Furthermore, jogging paths and footpaths through the botanical gardens are available.
Covered fitness area with several stationary bikes and a view of palm trees and the sea.
Modern exercise machines and dumbbells in a bright, spacious gym with wooden beam ceiling.

Sports for a fee

18-hole golf course designed by Dave Thomas on 67,000 m², golf academy, 7 tennis and 4 paddle tennis courts, as well as bicycle rental (all subject to availability/on-site).
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Expected golf course maintenance in 2026:
- 8/6/2026 – 13/6/2026: 9 holes will be closed. The remaining 9 holes can be played twice.
- 14/6/2026 – 28/6/2026: All 18 holes can be played, but the green will be covered by a light layer of sand.
- 10/8/2026 – 15/8/2026: 9 holes will be closed. The remaining 9 holes can be played twice.
- 16/8/2026 – 30/8/2026: All 18 holes can be played, but the green will be covered by a light layer of sand.
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Expected golf course maintenance in 2027:
- 31/5/2027 – 5/6/2027: 9 holes will be closed. The remaining 9 holes can be played twice.
- 6/6/2027 – 20/6/2027: All 18 holes can be played, but the green will be covered by a light layer of sand.
- 9/8/2027 – 14/8/2027: 9 holes will be closed. The remaining 9 holes can be played twice.
- 15/8/2027 – 29/8/2027: All 18 holes can be played, but the green will be covered by a light layer of sand.
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Children's program

Green landscaped outdoor area with swing and palm trees in front of red hotel buildings under clear sky.
Three people playing in a colorful ball pit filled with red, blue, yellow, and green balls.
Large wooden car on grassy lawn with colorful plants in the background.
Three children wearing chef hats play together at a table in a colorful play area.
Young boy examining through microscope on a table indoors.
Modern hotel lounge with red wall accents, TVs, and gray bean bag chairs.
Colorful space-themed decor with rocket-shaped shelf, planet models, and furniture in a child's room.
Complimentary "Ritz Kids" club (reservation recommended at: rc.tfsrz.kids.club@ritzcarlton.com/0034922126000) from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (lunch break from 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM) for children aged 4-12 years in a 300 m² space. There is also an outdoor playground.
Welcome gift upon arrival; baby cots are free of charge. Water toys are available at the beach and pool.
The opening hours of the kids' club may vary.

Wellness

For a fee and from age 18:
A wide range of body and facial treatments as well as massages.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa Abama offers relaxing and rejuvenating treatments inspired by the nature and traditions of Tenerife.
The thermal area invites you to experience alternating extremes of heat and cold.
With a variety of water and relaxation offerings, treatment rooms for individuals and couples, and a 24-hour accessible fitness center (via room key), the resort is the ideal place for active travelers who wish to relax and recharge.
Cozy sauna with wooden walls, stone wall, and comfortable wooden benches.
Circular room with central fountain and semicircular benches illuminated in blue light.

Entertainment

Live music several times a week on the lobby bar terrace and in the "El Mirador" restaurant (subject to the season).
Creative workshops, yoga, activities for families and children.

Hotel service

Parking included.
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Wi-Fi included.
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The hotel has 2 mini-trains, a funicular, and several shuttles that drive to the beach several times a day depending on availability (various stops within the hotel grounds).
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Bicycle storage area.

Credit card

VISA, Mastercard, Diners, Amex.

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel possesses the following certification:
  • Biosphere Responsible Tourism
  • Green Key

Hotelhinweis

The children's play area (indoor & outdoor) is scheduled for renovation between 17/3/2026 and 15/8/2026. The affected area will be visually separated, and the surrounding rooms will not be allocated. Childcare will continue to be offered in another area of the hotel.
We cannot fully rule out visual and/or acoustic disturbances.
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The Lagoon Pool is expected to be unavailable from 31/5/26 to 31/7/26 due to improvement works. We cannot fully rule out visual and/or acoustic disturbances.
During this work, the "Txoko" restaurant will offer lunch.
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The hotel is suitable for people with limited mobility.
2 handicap-accessible rooms bookable upon request (Citadel double room).
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Pets (max. 11kg/1 pet per room) available upon request and for a fee (150 € per pet for 5 days; from the 6th day, 50 € per pet/day).
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Extras for adults:
- 1 bottle of water per day included
- Free access to the gym
- Diptyque brand toiletries and Nespresso coffee machine in all rooms (first capsule supply free of charge)
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Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-out until 12:00 PM
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Upon arrival, a security deposit of 200 € per room/night will be charged (cash or credit card).
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Calle Maria Zambrano 2, Carretera General TF 47, km9'9
38687 Guia de Isora
Phone: +34 (922) 126000
Fax: +34 (922) 126100
E-mail: rc.tfsrz.concierge@ritzcarlton.com
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General notes:
Under-occupancy can be requested with us. However, as a rule, the full room price is charged. Should a hotel not offer single occupancy, a double room can be requested at the full room price through us (subject to availability).
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Non-contractual meal plans cannot be requested.
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When booking a package tour (without O-coding), a shared transfer is included. If a direct private transfer is desired, this can be easily added. Further information at https://www.slr-info.de/transferpreise or at your travel agency.

Zusatzhinweis

In the "High Class" 2026 catalog on page 82.

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Last updated: 19.06.2026 22:28