Tenerife’s original luxury hotel
Bahia del Duque might be the original – and the best – when it comes to luxury Tenerife stays. When it landed on the shores of the island of eternal spring back in the early 90s, it changed the game – and it’s still offering best-in-class experiences to those lucky enough to stay there.
It quietly sprawls towards Tenerife’s sun-kissed coastline, with direct access to Playa del Duque and a vibe we’d bottle if we could. It’s pure sun, sea breeze, and charm – and it makes for quite the mix. The pastel-hued villas peeking through the palms and the whimsical courtyards could be plucked straight from the pages of a storybook – as could much of this place.
Days drift by in the lagoon-like pools, while evenings bring lovingly crafted dishes served under a blanket of stars. This is old-world elegance meets barefoot ease – a place where the adventurers, the foodies, and the dreamers can all get their fix in equal measure.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Hotel highlights
From sunlit terraces to candle-lit courtyards, the dining collection at Bahia del Duque feels like a culinary world tour. Nub is the Michelin-starred jewel in the crown, where Latin American flair meets classic European technique – making each plate not just a meal, but a story. The flavours don’t stop there: from elegant Japanese dishes served in the lake garden to the refined French creations of Pierre Résimont at La Brasserie, every bite is crafted with care, beautifully plated, and designed to linger long after the last course.
Afternoons are made for Beach Club, where breezy Mediterranean vibes pair perfectly with a just-caught seafood lunch. And there’s more where that came from – nine restaurants in total are spread across the resort, including one exclusively for guests staying in the villas, so dinner decisions may well be the hardest ones you’ll make all day.
Facilities
Overview
- A la carte restaurant
- Bar
- Outdoor pool
- Kids club
- Spa centre
- Air conditioning
- Wi-fi
Food & Drink
- 1 Michelin-starred restaurant serving a menu of Latin-American and European delights
- 1 Japanese restaurant serving a contemporary take on this classic cuisine in a charming garden setting
- 1 French restaurant overlooking the central plaza with a menu designed by twice Michelin-starred Pierre Résimont and a standout wine list
- 1 Mediterranean restaurant on the seafront where signature cocktails are served alongside sweeping sea views
- 1 beach club restaurant dishing up light bites and lunches of fresh seafood and Mediterranean dishes right on the beach
- 1 haute cuisine restaurant offering a menu of fresh and seasonal dishes with a select menu of Spanish wines
- 1 Italian trattoria offering traditional dishes, fresh pastas, and moreish pizzas in a cosy atmosphere
- 1 grill restaurant serving Basque-inspired creations in atmospheric surroundings
- 1 breakfast restaurant dishing up bountiful buffets with a terrace that eyes La Gomera across the sea
- 2 snack bars – one serving snacks, light bites, and desserts poolside, and one dedicated to the art of the hamburger
- 1 snack kiosk on the promenade offering healthy bites to go
- 1 café serving light bites on the promenade
- 1 ice cream parlour selling home-made ice cream by the scoop
- 1 juice bar offering freshly-squeezed concoctions by the pool
- 5 bars, including a piano bar, sports bar, wine bar, and beach bar
Entertainment
- Playground
- Children's pool
- Entertainment programme
- Game room
- Kids club
- Outdoor pool
Family facilities
- Children’s pool
- Mini club for children aged 3-12 (10:00-17:45 daily) offering the likes of treasure hunts, painting workshops, botanical sessions, and more
- Teen club with board games, games consoles, and a relaxation area with TV
- Petite wellness rituals for children aged 6-16 offered in the spa
- Babysitting available on request (charges apply)
- Baby products such as high chairs, bottles, bottle warmers, sterilisers, cribs, baby baths, and more available (charges may apply)
- Welcome gift for children
- Mini bathrobes and slippers for children
Sports & Health
- Beach volleyball
- Billiards
- Fitness
- Gym
- Padel tennis
- Pilates
- Squash
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Yoga
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa centre
- Spa treatments
- Steam bath
- Turkish bath (hamam)