Rating8.2
Rating8.4Adults Only
Rating8.0Adults OnlyGood
Based on 8.7k reviews
Exceptional Pools
Guests consistently laud the resort's numerous and stunning pools, often described as the best they've seen, providing ample space for relaxation and family fun.
Delicious & Varied Food
The food receives high praise for its variety and quality, with many guests finding meals, especially breakfast, to be incredibly delicious and diverse across the restaurants.
Spotless Cleanliness
The resort maintains a high standard of cleanliness, with both rooms and public areas frequently noted for being spotless and well-maintained.
Attentive Staff
The staff are frequently commended for their politeness, helpfulness, and attentive service, contributing significantly to a positive guest experience.
Breathtaking Views
The clifftop location offers magnificent, first-class sea views and amazing sunsets, creating a beautiful and peaceful atmosphere for guests.
Isolated Location
The resort's remote and hilly location necessitates a rental car for guests wishing to explore the island, as public transport options are limited and nearby attractions are not easily walkable.
Buffet Congestion
Some guests experience crowded buffet restaurants, leading to occasional waiting times or slow service in clearing tables, particularly during peak hours.
Dated Room Elements
While generally spacious, some rooms are noted for having dated furnishings or amenities, and occasional issues with soundproofing or uncomfortable mattresses.
Limited Lift Access
The resort's expansive, hilly layout combined with a scarcity of lifts or frequent lift breakdowns can make navigation challenging, especially for guests with mobility issues or strollers.
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Green & Fair Hotel
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Biosphere Certification
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TripAdvisor Rating
4.2/5 (7840 reviews)
TripAdvisor
Guest Rating Score™
8.4/10
Multiple travel sites
La Palma Princess occupies a dramatic clifftop position in Fuencaliente, on the southern tip of La Palma in the Canary Islands. The property is designed to evoke a traditional Canarian village — low-rise buildings arranged around squares with palm gardens — and the Atlantic views from the higher sections of the resort are genuinely striking. The 484 rooms are spread across this large, hilly campus, which creates a layout challenge: getting from one part of the resort to another requires elevation changes, and the lifts are inconsistently maintained.
The resort attracts a broad demographic — families during school holiday periods, couples and older guests the rest of the year. The 'Esencia de La Palma' adults-only zone (16+) provides a separate pool, bar (Coral Bar), and restaurant (Restaurant Origen) for guests who want separation from family areas. This is a genuine physical separation rather than a designated floor of a shared building.
The most important thing to understand before booking: you cannot walk to a beach from this property. La Palma's black sand volcanic beaches are the island's distinctive natural feature, and several are striking — but the nearest (La Zamora, 1.5 km) is a small rocky cove, and the more appealing beaches are 6 to 35 km away. Renting a car is not optional if beach time matters to you; it's a prerequisite.
On the positive side, the pool complex is among the largest on La Palma, the fitness facility with 50+ TECHNOGYM machines is legitimate for a resort gym, and the food quality across the dining program draws consistently positive reviews. The Aqua Princess Spa thermal circuit is 700m² but carries an additional charge beyond the all-inclusive rate — budget for it if spa access is important.
