Hostal Carel

Tenerife · El Médano

Hostal Carel

Google rating 3.7/5 (171 reviews)

Family Fit Score 43
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Overview

Hostal Carel offers budget-friendly accommodations in El Médano, just a short walk from the beach. Guests appreciate the clean, simple rooms and the cozy atmosphere.

Hostal Carel is a budget hostel located in El Médano, Tenerife, approximately 300 meters from the beach. It features simple yet clean rooms and apartments, making it a suitable choice for families looking for affordable lodging. While the hotel does not offer extensive facilities, guests have noted the friendly staff and the cozy restaurant on-site. However, some reviews mention issues with room maintenance and cleanliness, suggesting that expectations should be managed. The location is ideal for beach access and is close to local cafes and restaurants. Nearby attractions include various beaches, cultural sites, and the Tenerife Sur Airport, which is just 3.5 km away.

Reviews from Google Maps

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  • Kasia Słupecka 3.0/5 · 9 years ago

    I feel like it was overpriced for the quality. I know that there is high demand for places to stay in El Medano, but still... toilet was broken, so it couldn't flush the water sometimes. Room inferior was rather old, I wouldn't care if at least bed was better and had a proper bed sheet, not the thin layer fabric of some kind. Also balcony doors were broken... Good thing was there was room service to clean a change towels. And the place is close to the beach.

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  • Stuart Nash 1.0/5 · 8 years ago

    Dirty, filthy. No facilities. Cold water for showers for over 4 days. Breakfast bar and room service don't exist as advertised on some web sites. Towels and sheets full of holes. Bare electric sockets in bathroom. Floors and surfaces not swept, mopped or wiped. Sink taps are disgusting with years of built-up spit, toothpaste and limescale. Staff are pleasant but owner is completely unresponsive to complaints.

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  • Junes “Jnzsan” L. 4.0/5 · 7 years ago

    It's a hostal. What do you want more? It's cheap and clean with breakfast included. Too bad there isn't any kitchenette but that's a personal choice I assume. Totally worthed. Walking distance beach el medano. Enjoy!

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  • Paul G 4.0/5 · 9 years ago

    Clean, basic rooms with TV and bathroom. 3 minutes from the beach and bars, restaurants. Perfect for a cheap relaxing holiday in El Medano..

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  • Jean Eynon 3.0/5 · 6 years ago

    Great location very handy to the beach and all the hustle and bustle of the town. Very roomy clean and had a fridge in the room nice and friendly staff.

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Best for

Budget-conscious families seeking proximity to the beach.

Family Fit Score

Family Fit Score 43

Family score based on structured hotel features with weighted categories. Strongest areas: Review Signal and Quietness. Limited feature data is available, so some categories use neutral defaults.

Key family features

Pros

  • Close to the beach
  • Affordable rates
  • Friendly staff

Cons

  • Maintenance issues reported
  • Limited facilities
  • Cleanliness concerns

Parent tips

  • Manage expectations regarding room quality.
  • Consider nearby dining options for meals.

Rooms

Opt for rooms with balconies for better views and ventilation.

Food

Breakfast is included, but options may be limited.

Location

Located in a bustling area of El Médano, close to various beaches and local amenities.

Av. Príncipes de España, 22, 38612 El Médano, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Getting there

Nearest transport from OpenStreetMap

Airports

Within 150 km

  • Aeropuerto de Tenerife Sur - Reina Sofia (~3.5 km)
  • Los Rodeos Heliport (~52 km)
  • Aeropuerto de Tenerife Norte - Los Rodeos (~52 km)

Legend

  • This hotel
  • Airports
  • Beaches
  • Culture & attractions
  • Playgrounds & parks
  • Cafes & restaurants
  • Shops & essentials

This hotel and 49 nearby places from OpenStreetMap.

Nearby on the map

From OpenStreetMap — grouped by category (editorial nearby context).

Beaches

up to 5 km

  • Playa de El Médano (~302m)
  • Playa Chica (~332m)
  • Playa del Médano (~479m)
  • Playa de El Cabezo (~500m)
  • Playa El Salado (~525m)
  • Playa Leocadio Machado (~689m)
  • Playa de la Jaquita (~861m)
  • Playa de Montaña Roja (~1.2 km)
  • Playa de la Tejita zona naturista (~2.3 km)
  • La Tejita (~2.5 km)
  • Playa de la Rajita (~2.8 km)
  • Playas de Granadilla (~3.0 km)

Culture & attractions

up to 10 km

  • Laboratorio de Energía Solar Termoeléctrica (~1.6 km)
  • Gay cliffs (~2.4 km)
  • Paseo Tecnológico (~3.6 km)
  • Iter (~3.6 km)
  • Centro de Visitantes I.T.E.R. (~3.6 km)
  • Piscinas Naturales Los Abrigos (~4.7 km)
  • Reserva ambiental de San Blas (~6.4 km)
  • Museo de Historia de Granadilla Abona (~9.3 km)
  • Working Water Canal (~9.6 km)
  • Centro de Interpretación de Guargacho (~9.7 km)
  • Museo Casa de el Capitán (~9.8 km)

Playgrounds & parks

up to 2 km

  • Plaza de Galicia (~215m)
  • Parque Jaquita (~825m)

Cafes & restaurants

up to 2 km

  • Super Twister (~77m)
  • El Med Veg (~80m)
  • Lille (~82m)
  • Xin Yuan (~89m)
  • Pelinor (~92m)
  • Cafetería Doña Vaniri (~112m)
  • Bite&Go (~141m)
  • Cocina Mamá (~159m)
  • La Boqueria (~160m)
  • Ice Dreams (~165m)
  • Jin Shi Jie (~169m)
  • La Braseria (~185m)

Shops & essentials

up to 2 km

  • SuperDino (~103m)
  • Superdiplo (~132m)
  • Dialprix (~137m)
  • Farmacia Médano (~139m)
  • Superdiplo (~144m)
  • Plasencia (~207m)
  • Dialprix (~287m)
  • Papamoa (~466m)
  • Dialprix (~1.0 km)

Location questions

Distances from OpenStreetMap — editorial context, not on-site hotel facilities.

How far is Hostal Carel from the beach?
According to OpenStreetMap, the nearest mapped beach is Playa de El Médano, about ~302m away.
What is the nearest airport to Hostal Carel?
OpenStreetMap lists Aeropuerto de Tenerife Sur - Reina Sofia as the nearest airport, roughly ~3.5 km away.

Nearby activities

  • Visit Playa de El Médano for sunbathing and water sports.
  • Explore local cafes and restaurants within walking distance.
  • Check out cultural sites like the Laboratorio de Energía Solar Termoeléctrica.

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