Why is Tenerife so expensive now?

This is mainly down to a surge in demand for houses and villas at the higher end of the market. One of our sales was quite possibly the highest priced residential sale in the South of Tenerife – a large, modern villa in Costa Adeje Golf priced at over 6,000,000€ which we closed in September 2022.



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The cheapest months include March, April, May (excluding the Easter period), October and November. The temperature in Tenerife rarely dips below 18°C in these months, so sightseeing, hiking and other activities are all still possible – and there will be fewer people on the beaches.

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How much money should I take to Tenerife for a week? Also, the average hotel price in Tenerife for a couple is €106 ($113). So, a trip to Tenerife for two people for one week costs on average €1,795 ($1,925).

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An absence for an uninterrupted period of 90 days allows for a new stay for up to 90 days. Remember that you are always counting back the last 180 days, so if you have not exhausted the 90-day limit over the past six months, you will not have to leave the Schengen Area until that is the case.

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The crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean around Tenerife and the Canary Islands are internationally known for their quality and temperatures of 70 degrees. Filled with a rich diversity of marine life, the island is an undersea paradise for experienced or first time divers.

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Tenerife is a popular tourist destination because of its year round sunshine, beautiful beaches and bustling nightlife.

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Areas to Avoid Because of its volcanic background, most beaches in Tenerife are volcanic with black sand which can be hot under the feet. If you're after a traditional sandy beach head to Los Cristianos and leave the southern resorts alone. Playa la Arena is also notorious for pickpockets.

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What souvenirs to buy in Tenerife. Besides the usual key rings, badges, fridge magnets, dolls dressed in traditional costume and beach towels printed with the map of Tenerife, the island also boasts quality products that can also make perfect souvenirs.

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Haggling in Tenerife Whilst bartering in supermarkets and chain stores is not commonplace, in smaller, independent shops and markets it is encouraged and a lot of fun! The best places to try haggling: Torviscas Market and Los Cristianos, as well as any knick-knack or antique shops.

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Tenerife isn't quite as wild as some other clubbing destinations like Magaluf or Zante, which makes it a great shout for those of you who love to party but aren't afraid to take a night off now and then. When you do hit the strip, you'll be greeted by a vast choice of vibrant clubs and bars.

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7 days is the minimum number of days we would recommend to book when traveling to Tenerife with the intention of visiting the island. We will continue our suggestions for itineraries from where we left off above when you only had 3 days on the island.

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The southern municipalities of Adeje and Arona saw the highest demand for real estate on Tenerife in 2022. Prices here also continued to rise. With average asking prices of just under 4,000 euros/m2, Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas are the most expensive areas in the Canary Islands.

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In 2022, the United Kingdom was the most important tourism source market for the Canary Island of Tenerife. Close to 2.3 million British tourists visited this Spanish island that year, roughly three times the number of Spanish tourists from the mainland.

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Here are some of the traditional foods you can enjoy on the island.
  • Mojo. ...
  • Goat Cheese. ...
  • Fish and Sancocho Canaria. ...
  • Ropa Vieja Canaria. ...
  • Papas Arrugadas (Wrinkled Potatoes) ...
  • Conejo al salmorejo (rabbit stew) ...
  • Gofio. ...
  • Arroz a la Cubana.


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As in the rest of Spain, in the Canary Islands the official language is Spanish. However, as in the majority of countries, there are many people who speak English, the second most spoken language, and many people also understand German.

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Can you drink the tap water in Tenerife? People in the Canary Islands tend to buy bottled water because much of the tap water here is desalinated sea water – it's safe to drink but not particularly pleasant taste-wise.

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Sadly, Tenerife has a lot of cockroaches. Although I loved Tenerife, I did have some mini panic attacks when walking in the dark.

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Tipping servers in restaurants and cafés in Spain, while appreciated, isn't mandatory. It's tough for Americans to get used to not leaving a tip, but locals generally don't leave anything extra at all in more casual eateries. In fine-dining restaurants, a tip may already be included in the check.

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The legal tender used in Tenerife is the euro. If you are travelling from a country outside the eurozone, you will be able to change money by showing your passport at a number of exchange offices located in tourist areas, which tend to charge comparatively lower commission rates than elsewhere.

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The summer extends well into September in Tenerife, with average daily highs of 28.1°C and 9 hours of warm sunshine. The risk of rain increases slightly towards the end of the month, but with only 6mm recorded on average it will generally stay dry with hardly a cloud in the sky.

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