Marinell Collection Palm-Mar

If you prefer a proper apartment to a room that leaves you negotiating with your suitcase, Marinell Collection Palm-Mar is built around that idea. This is a 171-unit aparthotel in Arona, with kitchens, fridges and washing machines in its main apartment categories, so you can keep things simple between outings rather than treating every meal as an organised event.

The tone is practical and self-contained. There is a restaurant, a snack bar, a bar, a fitness area, pool facilities and a sun terrace, with lifts and wheelchair-accessible facilities for easier movement around the property. Hotel information is available in English, Spanish, German, Italian and Polish, which helps when you are trying to sort out the unglamorous but important details of a stay.

You will find the property in Palm-Mar, Arona, in the south of Tenerife. The centre of Arona is about 5 miles away, while Tenerife South Airport is less than 15 minutes by car, making the arrival leg pleasantly short when you would rather be unpacking than studying island roads.

The surrounding options include Tenerife Beaches, Playa de la Arenita and Los Palos Golf Club. The setting suits a stay built around getting out and about: keep a car at the property if you want to explore more freely, or use the tourist information service to arrange excursions.

What matters here is less a long list of room labels than how much living space you want around your trip. A one-bedroom apartment works well for a couple who want a separate sleeping area and somewhere to make tea or sort themselves out; the two-bedroom apartments give travelling companions more room to spread out without turning the living area into a kit bag storage experiment. Balconies are available in both one- and two-bedroom options if outdoor space matters to you.

The apartment facilities are the real point. Air conditioning helps after a warm day outside, while the fridge gives you somewhere for water and breakfast supplies. A kitchen with a microwave and dishwasher, plus a washing machine, makes a longer stay easier and cuts down on the amount of planning required around meals and laundry. Private bathrooms, Wi-Fi, television, tea-making facilities and towels are also included in the apartment equipment.

For two people who simply want a double bed and a private bathroom, the apartments for two offer a more straightforward option. Travelling alone or with a small group, you can also choose from apartment layouts for one, two, three or four guests, with some two-bedroom versions available with a balcony.

Food is covered by a restaurant and a snack bar, so you have both a proper meal option and something less ceremonious when hunger arrives at an inconvenient hour. The restaurant serves local cuisine, giving the evening a sense of place without requiring a separate expedition across the island.

There is also a bar for the part of the day when you want a drink rather than another activity. The meal arrangement depends on the booking details attached to your stay, so check what is included before assuming the restaurant is part of the package. In the apartments, the kitchen, fridge and microwave let you sort out breakfast, keep supplies and prepare a quiet meal indoors.

The pool facilities and children’s pool give the property an easy-water option for a slower day, while the sun terrace is there for the ancient holiday discipline of finding a lounger and staying on it. Outdoor furniture adds somewhere to sit without needing to turn every pause into a trip away from the property.

For something more active, the fitness facilities provide an indoor option, whether you want a short session or simply prefer not to abandon your usual routine. Excursions can be arranged through the tourist information service, which is convenient when you want to see more of Tenerife but would rather leave the logistics to someone else.

A private car can make getting around easier, and parking is available at the property. Airport transfers are also available, either privately or by shared shuttle, and should be arranged with the hotel. Visa and Mastercard are accepted. The building has a lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities, making it easier for guests who need step-free access to get around.

Plan around a check-in window of 4pm to 8pm and an 11am check-out. Another hotel policy lists check-in from 2pm and check-out at noon, so confirm the times that apply to your booking before travelling. Reception is open from 8am to 10pm. Pets are welcome, and arrangements should be made with the property; the accommodation is non-smoking.