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Canarian manor house (4*)
La Gomera's Parador is stunningly situated on a terrace high above the sea, with spectacular views over the Atlantic. On a clear day, guests are treated to a backdrop of neighbouring Tenerife with its lofty Pico del Teide.
The Parador itself is a traditional, unpretentious Canary manor house, capturing the flavour of local architecture with a veranda and a beautiful pan-tiled roof. Inside, the furniture combines Castilian and Isabelline styles, with spacious rooms offering views onto the sea and hotel gardens. The large terrace features a swimming pool overlooking the sea, and the surrounding garden is replete with subtropical species native to the island. These public areas are some of Parador de La Gomera’s most popular features and provide a relaxing environment for guests to take in the ocean views year round.
Rooms are bright and airy, each with either a balcony or terrace and superior rooms enjoy wonderful ocean views. The Parador's restaurant offers a rustic space overlooking the wonderful gardens.
Situated in the island’s capital, San Sebastián, the Parador de La Gomera is easily accessible with several daily 45 minute ferries across from Tenerife’s Los Cristianos port, and flights from both Tenerife and Gran Canaria airports. The capital is also a prime location for tasting some of the local specialities, and exploring the renowned Canarian black sand beaches. .
La Gomera, the second smallest of the Canary Islands, is a renowned environmentally and historically important island. Known as the “Isla Mágica” (Magic Isle) and measuring a mere 20km from North to South, it is famed as Christopher Columbus’ last stop before his voyage to discover the Americas. In fact, it is said that Columbus rarely voyaged without stopping off at the island, and it is through this association that it received its other nickname, the “Isla Colombina” (Columbus’ Isle). Protected through UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, the beautiful Garajonay National Park has been given Biosphere Reserve status and is one of the main attractions of the island. A prehistoric rainforest filled with native flora and fauna; it is often described as a fairy-tale forest, the centre of which stands 1,000 metres above sea level, surrounded by lush vegetation and offering an incredible experience of walking above a sea of clouds. The best way to experience all that La Gomera has to offer is on foot, and there are plenty of guided walking tours and paths for visitors to explore the island, each Saturday morning a free guided tour takes visitors through the national park. For those who prefer the sea, boat trips are another way to discover the spectacular natural beauty of the island. The island’s volcanic cliffs, named “Los Organos” (the Organs) after their likeness to giant organs with towering pipes, are popular among many visitors to the island.
Year-round mild temperatures make beach trips possible during all seasons, and the black sand beaches with their crystal clear waters are hugely popular. Nautical sports are practised all around the Canary Islands, and La Gomera is no different with a number of different water sports available in the San Sebastián port. Rich in history, like all of the other Canary Islands, La Gomera still holds on to many of its pre-Hispanic traditions. The silbo gomero, a fascinating language made up of a series of whistles, was used to communicate across vast valleys, and can still be heard today as it is taught in the island’s schools. There are daily ferries and boats across to Tenerife (a mere 45 minute journey) for those looking to explore more of the Canary Islands during their stay. ‘El Teide’, the dormant volcano at the centre of the island, and the highest point in Spain, can be seen from La Gomera on a clear day.
For seasonal Parador pool opening times please visit our information on pools page.
Breakfast is served from 7.30 to 10.30
Lunch is served from 13.30 to 15.30
Dinner is served from 19.30 to 22.00. It may be possible to arrive up to 21.30 and still enjoy a meal.
The cafe/bar is open from 10.30 to midnight offering drinks, bar snacks and lighter dishes.
The Parador de La Gomera is located in the east of the island, close to the port of San Sebastian de La Gomera. It is just off the main road which links the port to the town. Driving towards the port it is raised up on the left hand side. The island can be reached by plane or ferry. The ferries run from Los Cristianos in Tenerife, El Hierro and La Palma to San Sebastian de La Gomera. By plane there are flights from both Tenerife and Gran Canaria operated by Binter Canarias which fly into the airport at Playa de Santiago 30km away in the south of the island. There is a local bus which runs between Playa de Santiago and San Sebastian.
Exterior parking at Parador entrance.
The Canary Islands have long been Spain's most popular tourist destination thanks to the year-round warm climate and excellent beaches. The Paradors here allow you to explore much more of these beautiful isles such as fascinating cultural sites and unique natural settings.
