Parador De La Palma

“Jane's holiday”

Lovely relaxing holiday in a quiet location close to both Santa Cruz and the airport. Scrupulously clean, and phenomenal service. Just perfect.

“A Classy Place”

It’s been a while since I stayed in a Parador. It’s nice to know that the experience hasn’t changed much and the traditional standards and ambience have been maintained. Although not an old building, the Parador de La Palma has the essential elements of the Parador style. It offers a relaxed stay i… more

It’s been a while since I stayed in a Parador. It’s nice to know that the experience hasn’t changed much and the traditional standards and ambience have been maintained. Although not an old building, the Parador de La Palma has the essential elements of the Parador style. It offers a relaxed stay in pleasant surroundings. Set on a hillside, the Parador has lovely views across the sea with Santa Cruz in the distance. My sea view room was comfortable although the sea itself wasn’t always visible due to mists in the early morning. The Parador’s gardens are extensive and very nice for a walk. The staff were welcoming and friendly. I stayed on a half board basis. The food was relatively expensive compared to offerings elsewhere but the standard was good. Both meat and fish courses were of a high quality. One of the quirks of Paradors in my experience is that, in whatever location, they’re geared initially to the requirements Spanish travellers. Things have moved on a bit though since my last experience - the Parador de La Palma has menus in English and most of the staff speak a little of the language. Halting attempts at Spanish from the British guests are nevertheless appreciated! However, this only goes so far - although the Parador has invested in TVs in the rooms with 40+ channels, not one of them carries an English language news channel, which is a little surprising. The facilities are also somewhat behind what you would expect in an ordinary hotel of equivalent standard - for instance, the gym is in a small room in the basement and has only a few pieces of equipment. The rowing machine was broken. These small points rate the experience as four rather than five stars, but I really enjoyed it and plan to return.

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“Ready for Quality Improvement”

We are fond of Paradores. But we do find sometimes quite a difference in quality, from super quality to even below 3 star level, and the charging a 4 star price. Perhaps next time the La Palma Parador is living up to 4 star level? It deserves it, with a splendid location, and quality improved, we m… more

We are fond of Paradores. But we do find sometimes quite a difference in quality, from super quality to even below 3 star level, and the charging a 4 star price. Perhaps next time the La Palma Parador is living up to 4 star level? It deserves it, with a splendid location, and quality improved, we may consider to return…

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