Hotels in Canary Islands

Food traditions here are a mixture of local Canarian, Spanish and African influences. Book hotels in Canary Islands to experience it all at your leisure. The country’s signature sauce is mojo picón, a simple mix of garlic, chili, olive oil, cumin and green peppers in vinegar. To taste some of the finest mojo dishes head to Amigo Camilo Restaurant on Gran Canaria island. Almogrote is another traditional meal accompaniment, a dip made from mature cheese, paprika and hot peppers. Restaurante La Montaña – Casa Efigenia in La Gomera is where locals choose to eat. Miel de Palma is another local delicacy used in many dishes. It’s palm tree sap that’s usually served with cheese, meat or desserts. For the most authentic taste, go to Nelson Restaurant on Gran Canaria. Sancocho canario is whole-cooked fish with sweet potato and local greens. There’s nothing quite like eating this at Canary Islands hotels like Parador de las Cañadas del Teide, situated on the slopes of the volcano.

The largest and one of the most popular of the Canary Islands is Tenerife with its capital city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. This city is the center of the island’s beach and entertainment culture, the highlight of which is the annual Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, one of the world’s largest carnivals. The capital of Lanzarote, Arrecife, is also popular, while the main cities on the other large islands are Puerto del Rosario on Fuerteventura, and Las Palmas on Gran Canaria – a hugely popular tourist city. As these cities are on separate islands, travel between them is by local air service or ferry. Ferries are operated by Naviera Armas and they’re frequently available, with up to four daily crossings. If you want to find cheap hotels in Canary Islands close to the main ferry terminal on Tenerife, book at H10 Big Sur Boutique Hotel near Los Cristianos harbor.