Rating8.2
Rating8.4Adults Only
Rating8.0Adults OnlyActivities follow the standard all-inclusive resort format — pool activities, beach access, fitness facilities, and evening entertainment. La Palma itself is the real activity draw: hiking through Caldera de Taburiente national park, stargazing at the observatory, visiting the active Tajogaite volcano area, and wine touring in the Fuencaliente denomination. All of these require a rental car.
Exclusive to Esencia guests. Adults-only (16+). Quieter than the main hotel pools. The primary pool for Esencia guests who want to avoid family pool dynamics.
Second Esencia exclusive pool. Heated in winter. Open year-round.
Accessible to Esencia guests. More activity-oriented with organized programs. Used when the Esencia pools feel quiet.
Experience a unique pool within the main resort that features a charming man-made sandy beach, perfect for a relaxed sunbathing and swimming experience.
A specific freshwater pool available within the main La Palma Princess resort for guests wishing to swim laps and maintain their fitness routine.
A volcanic shoreline rather than a sandy tropical beach. Pebbles and black volcanic rock with calm swimming conditions. The dramatic volcanic landscape in this part of the island means the visual setting is unusual — recent lava flows from the 2021 Tajogaite eruption are visible from the resort's southern vantage. It's worth seeing but shouldn't be the main reason to choose this resort.
Situated about 6-7 km from the resort, this beach is characterized by stone, gravel, and fine black sand formed from a volcanic eruption. While ocean currents can be strong, it offers natural pools for calmer, sheltered swimming experiences.
Approximately 8 km from the hotel, this volcanic beach is known for its strong waves, even when appearing small, and is currently undergoing restoration. Surf forecasts often indicate favorable conditions for surfing.
Included. Organized pool games and aqua aerobics at the main pool complex. Esencia private pools are calmer and less activity-focused.
Included. The resort has beach access to a small pebble and volcanic sand beach — not a broad sandy beach. Swimming is possible but this is not a 'classic' beach property.
Included. Access to the main hotel gym.
Included. Live shows at the main hotel most evenings. Piano bar and disco bar for post-show options.
Additional charge (rental). Essential for actually experiencing La Palma. Caldera de Taburiente national park, the Roque de los Muchachos observatory, and Fuencaliente's DO wines are all within driving distance. Budget 1–2 days for the northern circuit and 1 day for the wine country in the south.
La Palma holds the highest rating for astronomical observation quality in the world (according to UNESCO). The resort's dark skies outside the pool lighting are excellent. Organized observatory tours are bookable through the concierge.
Additional charge (guides optional). Caldera de Taburiente trails start within driving distance. The GR 130 trail circles the island.
Be entertained by professional nightly shows and live music performances at various resort venues, including the Coral Bar on some evenings.
Enjoy evening entertainment and dancing at the resort's disco/nightclub.
Savor unique culinary journeys with regularly scheduled themed dinner nights, offering diverse gastronomic experiences.
Participate in a wide array of organized activities throughout the day, led by the resort's vibrant entertainment team.
Improve your tennis skills with individual or group lessons offered by instructors on the resort's 5 quality courts.
Enjoy a round of mini-golf on the resort's course, available for a fee.
Play a game of billiards on the resort's pool tables, available for a charge.
Convenient professional babysitting and bottle warming services are available for families at an additional charge.
Explore La Palma with organized off-site trips such as volcano hiking tours, dolphin and whale-watching boat trips, and observatory visits.
Engage in diverse outdoor activities like trekking, cycling, kayaking, and caving, with equipment rental and guided tours available through external operators.
Arrange external diving excursions to explore the underwater world or experience the thrill of paragliding over the island.
Book private tours with a car and guide for a personalized exploration of La Palma's attractions at your own pace.