La Palma Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Palma
La Palma
La Palma
La Palma
La Palma

Come and explore the secluded corners of the Isla Bonita, which attracts visitors from all over the world with its lush nature, volcanoes and charming villages.

La Palma is a true paradise for those who want to enjoy the best of the Canary Islands, but want to avoid the inconveniences of the usual crowded tourist destinations. It offers extraordinary landscapes, with unique opportunities for hiking through lush forests and fascinating volcanoes. Lovers of hiking and unspoilt nature shouldn’t think twice about booking their holidays in La Palma.

A Biosphere Reserve since 2002, La Palma stands out for its natural parks, including Bosque de los Tilos and the Caldera de Taburiente National Park, which holds an impressive crater with a six-mile perimeter, covered in lush forests that are home to a great variety of plant and animal species, many of them unique to La Palma. Nearby, you can see the highest mountain of the island, the stunning Roque de Los Muchachos.

Even though there are fewer beaches than you would expect for an island, La Palma will amaze you with its fine black sand and pristine waters. See for yourself at Puerto Naos, in Los Llanos de Aridane, or Los Cancajos, in Breña Baja, with fabulous underwater caves. Puerto de Tazacorte beach is ideal for windsurfing and Bajamar beach in Breña Alta makes for a wonderful stroll along the shoreline.

A fantastic reason to search for cheap trips to La Palma is the island's Carnival, to visit the picturesque Santa Cruz de La Palma during the celebration of the Day of the “Indianos”, a fun holiday that is celebrated to the beat of Cuban son music, where those attending wear white clothes and paint the town white with talcum powder.

If you book a package holiday in La Palma, you’ll land in La Palma airport, which offers flights to the other Canary Islands, Madrid and other European cities. Once on the island, it’s a good idea to rent a car, as many of its beaches and other natural landscapes are fairly isolated.

Where to stay in La Palma

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Los Llanos

While there might not be top attractions in Los Llanos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palmex Cactus Garden and Caldera de Taburiente National Park.

Los Llanos
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Los Barros

While there might not be top attractions in Los Barros, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palmex Cactus Garden and Caldera de Taburiente National Park.

Los Barros
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Triana

Triana might not have many top sights, but Palmex Cactus Garden and Puerto Naos Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Triana

Velhoco

Though Velhoco may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Santa Cruz de la Palma City Hall and Santa Cruz de la Palma Harbour.

Velhoco
H10 Taburiente Playa

H10 Taburiente Playa

4 out of 5
Calle de los Cancajos, 36 Brena Baja La Palma
The price is ฿3,396 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
฿3,396
฿3,634 total
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brena Baja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (546 reviews)
Lovely relaxing stay, staff were friendly and helpful, nice atmosphere and views, great massage from Kirsten.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

H10 Taburiente Playa
Hotel La Palma Princess

Hotel La Palma Princess

4 out of 5
Carretera de la Costa Fuencaliente de la Palma La Palma
Stay at this spa hotel in Fuencaliente de la Palma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 11 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de los ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (416 reviews)
Room was good and food was very good. Good entertainment shows every evening. Great place. Nice walk (15-20min) to the beach. 20 min the next town. 40 min bus ride to los llanos from fuencaliente. Beautiful island, not too busy in summer, just right for our taste.

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hotel La Palma Princess
Parador de La Palma

Parador de La Palma

4 out of 5
Ctra. de El Zumacal, s/n Brena Baja La Palma
The price is ฿4,061 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
฿4,061
฿4,345 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brena Baja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa los Cancajos and Playa ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (94 reviews)
Great hotel in beautiful location
Great hotel in beautiful location. Very comfortable and relaxing. Staff really friendly throughout. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Parador de La Palma
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartamentos Miranda

Apartamentos Miranda

2 out of 5
Carretera General El Zumacal, 83 Brena Alta La Palma
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Brena Alta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Santa Cruz de la Palma Harbour ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
Clean, safe, well maintained. Beautiful landscaping. Would have preferred a microwave in the kitchen,

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025

Apartamentos Miranda
Apartamentos Centro Cancajos

Apartamentos Centro Cancajos

3 out of 5
Travesía de los Cancajos, 52 Brena Baja
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Brena Baja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Santa Cruz de la Palma Harbour and Playa ...
7.6/10 Good! (14 reviews)
Mit dem Frühstück bei Miguel war man immer bestens versorgt!

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Apartamentos Centro Cancajos
Apartamentos Oasis San Antonio

Apartamentos Oasis San Antonio

2 out of 5
San Antonio de Mar S/N Brena Baja La Palma
Stay at this aparthotel in Brena Baja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Santa Cruz de la Palma Harbour and Playa ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
Great location and beautiful exteriors. The furniture and fixtures could use some updating. Once in a while there was a foul odor in the bathroom. The location and price paid make up for the interior.

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

Apartamentos Oasis San Antonio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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