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The Ritz-Carlton, Abama

Tenerife • Guia de Isora • SPLURGE

avg. $309 / night

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At a glance

A Melvin Villarroel-designed resort with Moorish-Canarian architecture cascading down Tenerife's volcanic hillside above the Atlantic.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts visiting Tenerife's southwest coast

Highlights:

  • Melvin Villarroel-designed terracotta facade inspired by Moorish-Canarian medinas
  • 469 rooms cascading down volcanic hillside with Atlantic views
  • Timber-beam ceilings and limestone floors in refreshed interiors
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PB hotel design editorial

That unmistakable terracotta facade — deep coral render stepping down a volcanic hillside on Tenerife's remote southwest coast — was the work of Miami-based architect Melvin Villarroel, whose Moorish-Canarian massing gives the Ritz-Carlton Abama a silhouette closer to a medina than a European resort hotel. Completed in 2006 across 160 acres of former banana plantation above Playa San Juan, the property deploys 469 rooms and suites in a series of terraced volumes that cascade toward the Atlantic, the warm ochre stonework and arched loggia drawing as much from North African precedent as from Canarian vernacular. The interiors, refreshed in more recent years, resolve the tension between the building's bold exterior geometry and the comfort guests expect at this level. Guestrooms show exposed timber beam ceilings stained a deep chocolate, cream limestone floors, and upholstered headboards in natural linen — warm but carefully controlled. The upper-tier suites push out through floor-to-ceiling glazing onto broad terraces planted with monstera and frangipani, the pink plasterwork of the building framing views over a ribbon of lawn and open sea. Public spaces work a double-height atrium with globe pendant clusters in smoked glass, cane-back chairs, and teal banquette seating arranged around a long communal table — midcentury in spirit, Canarian in light. The terrace restaurant, shaded by a mahogany pergola, drops the formality entirely, wicker rope chairs and hardwood decking keeping the Atlantic horizon as the only necessary decoration.

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About

Instantly recognizable, The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama is the island’s most iconic resort: an oasis of tranquility, where sea, land and subtropical vegetation effortlessly combine with iconic, Moorish-inspired architecture. The 462 guest rooms and suites – divided between the vibrant Citadel and the exclusive Retreat – enjoy magnificent views over the Atlantic Ocean, Mount Teide or the resort’s lush gardens. An award-winning gastronomic destination in its own right, the resort’s world-class restaurants range from light, simple cooking to Michelin-starred gourmet cuisine. Providing a heaven of escape, this timeless island resort features numerous swimming pools, a 2500m2 Spa & Fitness Center and the largest Ritz Kids in Europe. Where the shore meets the sea, guests can benefit of an exclusive area on the golden sandy beach of Abama, equipped with complimentary use of sunbeds and umbrellas.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Abama Reviews

4,046 reviews

"We left the baby camera in room 211 on Saturday and have contacted them 4 times to try and get it back. No one phones back or emails who have said they will. Apart from this it was wonderful"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 21, 2026

"Because the hotel is built into the side of a mountain, it is full of steep slopes (up to 30% decline) and not supperted steirs - a nightmare for someone with impaired mobility"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 17, 2026

"A fantastic place. The rooms are spacious, bright, and very comfortable. The service is very good, and the breakfast is incredible. This is already our 11th time staying here, and everything is simply wonderful. The service is excellent, although sometimes a little slow. All of the restaurants are excellent as well. It’s important to book the restaurants and activities at the same time as your room reservation, otherwise it can be difficult to get availability. We will definitely come back — truly an outstanding experience."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 06, 2026

"Stayed at the Retreat and highly recommend it with a lovely and relaxing stay. Wonderful staff who made the stay very special - thank you to all."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 04, 2026

"We stayed at the Ritz Carlton for the second time, but our first time with a new family. With two boys age 2 and 9 months I was apprehensive of going away, however the hotel couldn’t have been more kind or accommodating for me and my family. From the staff being beyond wonderful to my kids, to filling up my kids bottles with milk every evening, prioritising the kids food at every meal time, helping me with a spare room to shower in after my baby spent a day in the hospital and lending me a car seat to get in a taxi there. Their kids pool is absolutely amazing and so safe, the have a little playground which my kids loved and beautiful grounds to walk in. Plus my kids adored the train that travels up and down the resort every day. We had the best time and made the best memories. I can’t wait to come back"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 02, 2026

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