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Researched Updated Oct 28, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City
Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain 6 7
Population
50,021 inhabitants on 1 January 2025 (municipal register, INE 2025). 6
Internet Speed
High-speed fiber widely available; levels usually reach 300 Mbps - 1 Gbps
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR). ECB reference on 19 October 2026: 1 EUR = 1.1225 USD (1 USD = 0.8909 EUR). Cards are widely accepted. 1 4
Tap Water
Generally safe to drink in Spain; southern supplies can have higher mineral content and a different taste. Restaurants must offer tap water on request. 4
Power
230 V, 50 Hz; Type C and F sockets (Europlug and Schuko). 4
SIM Card
Buy a prepaid SIM at an Orange or Movistar shop; identification is usually required. Orange Prepago 10 is 10 euros for 28 days (80 GB with the current extra, 15 GB of EU roaming, SIM or eSIM). Movistar Prepago Plus is 10 euros for 28 days (60 GB) and Prepago Premium is 15 euros for 28 days (240 GB). 2 3 4
Banking for Expats
Revolut and N21 are highly popular; local accounts available via Banco Sabadell for residents.
Accommodation
Villas, modern apartments, and aparthotels. High demand in coastal areas.
Cashless Friendly
Cards are widely accepted. Some shops ask to see photo identification before taking a card, and a little cash is useful for a taxi or a small purchase. 4
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb, Booking.com, and Idealista for monthly rentals.
Budget Accommodation
La Tortuga hostel is on Calle Reykjavik in Costa Adeje. 21
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Costa Adeje (Playa del Duque and Fañabé) for luxury and beaches. 5 25
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
La Caleta for a quieter vibe, or Adeje Casco (town center) for local prices and community.

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
Coast Office in Fañabé lists an open-space desk from 29 euros a day and a private office from 950 euros a month. The Zen Den in Pueblo Canario lists an open desk from 215 euros a month. Coworking Costa Adeje in Fañabé lists an open desk from 150 euros a month. 20
Best Cafe for Work
Akustito Comida Concierto (La Caleta) – great Wi-Fi and ocean views.
Networking Events
Tenerife Digital Nomads & Expats Meetup groups frequently meet at the beachfront bars in Fañabé.
Social Events for Expats
Adeje Expat Group on Facebook; weekly volleyball meetups at Playa de Fañabé.

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Uber (limited) and the PideTaxi app for local licensed taxis.
Bike/Scooter Rental
Bike Point Tenerife (Coastal Adeje) offers road and e-bike rentals from €25/day.
Best Beach Nearby
Playa El Duque is a beach in Costa Adeje. 25
Top Regional Airline
Binter Canarias is the regional airline of the Canary Islands, based at Tenerife North in La Laguna and at Gran Canaria Airport. It flies between the islands. 31
Top International Airline
Ryanair, EasyJet, and Iberia via Tenerife South Airport (TFS). 5
Highway Access
TF-1 Motorway (Autopista del Sur) connects Adeje to the airport and capital. 6
Main Train/Transit Hub
Costa Adeje Bus Station (Estación de Guaguas). 6
Public Transport Passes
The ten+ card works on the tram and on TITSA buses. A visitor day pass is 10 euros for 24 hours and a week pass is 50 euros. Canary Islands residents pay 19 euros for a month on the tram and on TITSA lines except the Teide and Teno routes. 8
Regional Travel
Titsa Green Buses (Guaguas) connect to Los Cristianos and Santa Cruz. 5 6

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Primary care is Centro de Salud Adeje on Calle de los Derechos Humanos, with a smaller centre in Armeñime. The private Hospital Universitario Hospiten Sur is on Calle Siete Islas in Playa de las Américas, in neighbouring Arona. Hospital Quirónsalud Tenerife is in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, about 60 km away, not in Costa Adeje. 6 27 28 29
Yoga & Wellness Centers
The Yoga Gallery (Playa Fañabé) offering sessions for approx. €15.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Activate Sports Club – premium facility with paddle courts and gym (approx. €80/month).
Laundry Services
Self-service Laundry 'Lavandería Autoservicio Bloom' (Adeje town).

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Glovo and UberEats.
Best Local Dish to Try
Pollo Adeje (Garlic fried chicken) at Restaurante Otelo.
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Buenaavida (Costa Adeje) – 100% plant-based creative cuisine.
Best Dessert Spots
Il Gelato del Mercato (Playa Enramada) for Italian-style gelato.
Affordable Shopping Spots
Mercadillo de Adeje (Local municipal market held Saturdays/Sundays).
E-commerce/Online Store
Amazon.es (note: shipping to Canaries requires DUA customs clearing).
Grocery Delivery
Mercadona and HiperDino offer online shopping and home delivery.
Bar/Nightlife Area
Veronicas Strip (nearby Playa de las Américas) or San Eugenio for pubs.
Local Brewery
Tacoa (located in El Sauzal but widely distributed in Adeje bars).
Wine Bars
La Vinoteca (Costa Adeje) specializing in Tenerife Malvasía wines.
Street Food Stalls
Kiosco La Terrazza (Playa de la Enramada) for snacks and sunsets.
Popular International Cuisine
Rosso Sul Mare (La Caleta) for high-end Italian.

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Siam Park, on Avenida de los Pueblos in Adeje, is a water park opened in 2008 by the owners of Loro Parque. The travel guide notes its artificial waves. 5 24
Museums & Art Venues
Centro Cultural de Adeje (art exhibitions and local performances).
Historical Sites
Casa Fuerte, on Calle Molinos, is a ruined fortified house and a listed monument. It has stood above the old town, facing Santa Úrsula, since the 16th century. 6 22
Religious Sites
Iglesia de Santa Úrsula, on Calle Manos Unidas, is a listed monument. It began as a hermitage in the early 16th century, built for Pedro de Ponte, the first lord of Adeje. 6 23
Annual Events
The Passion of Adeje (Semana Santa) – massive street performance on Good Friday. 6
Cultural Districts
Adeje Casco (The old town uphill). 6
Theater Venues
Magma Arte & Congresos – futuristic venue for large shows and summits.
Local Markets
A market in Playa de las Américas runs on Thursdays and Saturdays. Los Cristianos, next door, has one on Sundays and Tuesdays. 5
Music Scene
Hard Rock Cafe is on Avenida Las Américas in Playa de las Américas, in neighbouring Arona. 35
Street Art
Local murals found throughout the Adeje Casco renovation areas.
Cooking Classes
Ventana a la Cocina (Local culinary workshops).
Art Galleries
Sopot Art Gallery (Costa Adeje).
Historic Buildings
The old town hall building (Ayuntamiento).
Local Heritage
The coat of arms, approved on 24 May 1991, shows a Guanche staff and two clay bowls, the tower of the Casa Fuerte, and a rising sun over waves. A 2014 order added the motto Histórica Villa. 6

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Barranco del Infierno is a special nature reserve inside Adeje. Visits are ticketed, with a guided option and a standard ticket. 6 26 30
National Parks Nearby
Part of Teide National Park lies in the municipality. The park surrounds El Teide (3,715 m), a UNESCO site and the highest peak on Spanish territory. 5 6
Cycling/Walking Paths
The Coastal Promenade (Paseo Marítimo) runs for miles from La Caleta to Los Cristianos.
Scenic Viewpoints
Mirador de Sebastian (views over the town and La Gomera island).
Birdwatching Locations
The cliffs of Los Gigantes (short drive away) for marine birds.
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Strictly prohibited on beaches; use designated BBQ areas in 'Zonas Recreativas' like Las Lajas.

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
Correos has an office on Avenida de Rafael Puig Llivina in San Eugenio Bajo, Adeje. 33
Tech Repair Services
PC Adeje (Tech and computer repairs in the town center).
Table Tennis Spots
Various hotels and the Polideportivo Municipal de Adeje.
Language Classes
FU International Academy (nearby) or municipal Spanish courses for foreigners.
Libraries & Study Spots
Biblioteca Municipal de Adeje (public library with study zones).
Community Centers
CDTCA (Centro de Desarrollo Turístico Costa Adeje) hosting business workshops.
Gaming Lounges
Elite Gaming Center (nearby in Santa Cruz, no local Adeje specific lounge).
Casino & Gaming Halls
Casino Playa de las Américas is on Avenida de Rafael Puig Llivina in San Eugenio Bajo, which is part of Adeje. 34

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Costa Adeje, all flat sizes together, are 5,213 euros per square metre. A 40 square metre example is about 208,520 euros. The index does not publish a studio-only price. 19
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Casco Urbano, all flat sizes together, are 3,642 euros per square metre. A 40 square metre example is about 145,680 euros. The index does not publish a studio-only price. 19
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Costa Adeje, all flat sizes together, are 5,213 euros per square metre. A 60 square metre example is about 312,780 euros. The index does not publish a one-bedroom-only price. 19
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Casco Urbano, all flat sizes together, are 3,642 euros per square metre. A 60 square metre example is about 218,520 euros. The index does not publish a one-bedroom-only price. 19
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Costa Adeje, all flat sizes together, are 5,213 euros per square metre. An 80 square metre example is about 417,040 euros. The index does not publish a two-bedroom-only price. 19
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Casco Urbano, all flat sizes together, are 3,642 euros per square metre. An 80 square metre example is about 291,360 euros. The index does not publish a two-bedroom-only price. 19
Corporate Tax
Standard 25% in Spain, but ZEC (Canary Islands Special Zone) offers 4% for eligible companies. 10 18
Dividend Withholding Tax
19% withholding on dividends before any applicable treaty reduction. Resident savings income, including dividends, is taxed on a 19–30% scale. 9
Tax System
Residents pay Spanish income tax on worldwide income. Non-residents pay tax on Spanish-source income only. Residence is 183 days in the year, or the centre of vital interests. 9
Highest Income Tax Bracket
In 2026 the state income-tax scale tops at 24.5% and the Canary Islands scale tops at 26%, so the combined marginal top is 50.5%. The national withholding table reaches 47% above 300,000 euros. The effective top near 54% is for the highest regions, not this scale. 9 13
VAT
The Canary Islands do not charge mainland VAT. The local sales tax is IGIC. The published general rate is 7% (since 1 January 2020), with a zero rate, a 3% reduced rate, and higher rates of 9.5%, 15% and 20%. 11 16 17
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes. Spanish rules can tax a foreign company when Spanish residents hold over 50% and the foreign tax is under 75% of the Spanish tax. 12
Property Tax
IBI is an annual municipal tax on owning real estate, and the town sets the rate. A current Adeje percentage was not on the national summary. 11
Property Transaction Tax
In the Canary Islands the general transfer tax on real estate is 6.5% in 2026. A new home is charged IGIC instead of mainland VAT. 13 17
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Many passports can stay 90 days in any 180 without a visa. Work needs a permit. Qualifying newcomers, including teleworkers, can opt into the impatriate regime: employment income is withheld at 24% up to 600,000 euros and at 47% above that, for the tax year of the move and the next five. Opting in is not automatic. 14 15

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 28, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. ECB euro reference rates, 19 October 2026, 1 euro = 1.1225 US dollarsOfficial
  2. Orange Prepago 10, 10 euros for 28 days, eSIMOfficial
  3. Movistar prepaid tariffs, Plus 10 euros and Premium 15 eurosOfficial
  4. Wikivoyage Spain, plugs, tap water, cards and prepaid SIM identificationSecondary
  5. Wikivoyage Tenerife, south coast, TITSA buses, Tenerife South flights, Siam Park, TeideSecondary
  6. Spanish Wikipedia Adeje, 50,021 inhabitants in 2025, TF-1, church, Casa Fuerte, coat of armsReference
  7. English Wikipedia Adeje, town in southwestern Tenerife, province of Santa Cruz de TenerifeReference
  8. ten+ day pass 10 euros, week pass 50 euros, resident month 19 eurosOfficial
  9. PwC Spain personal income tax, savings scale 19 to 30 percent, reviewed 30 June 2026Secondary
  10. PwC Spain corporation tax, general rate 25 percent, reviewed 30 June 2026Secondary
  11. PwC Spain VAT and local property tax, reviewed 30 June 2026Secondary
  12. PwC Spain foreign-company rules, over 50 percent and under 75 percent of Spanish taxSecondary
  13. Hacienda 2026 regional tax report, Canary income-tax top 26 percent, transfer tax 6.5 percentOfficial
  14. Tax agency impatriate regime, 24 percent up to 600,000 euros, five further yearsOfficial
  15. UK FCDO Spain entry, 90 days in any 180Official
  16. IGIC encyclopedia page, general rate 7 percent since 1 January 2020Reference
  17. Hacienda, Canary special regime, mainland VAT does not applyOfficial
  18. Canary Special Zone, corporation tax 4 percent for registered companiesOfficial
  19. Fotocasa Adeje sale prices, October 2026Index
  20. Workin.space Costa Adeje desks, Coast Office, The Zen Den and Coworking Costa AdejeListings
  21. OpenStreetMap La Tortuga hostel, Calle Reykjavik, Costa AdejeReference
  22. OpenStreetMap Casa Fuerte ruins, Calle Molinos, AdejeReference
  23. OpenStreetMap Iglesia de Santa Ursula, Calle Manos Unidas, AdejeReference
  24. OpenStreetMap Siam Park, Avenida de los Pueblos, AdejeReference
  25. OpenStreetMap Playa El Duque, Costa AdejeReference
  26. OpenStreetMap Barranco del Infierno, AdejeReference
  27. OpenStreetMap Centro de Salud Adeje, Calle de los Derechos HumanosReference
  28. OpenStreetMap Hospital Universitario Hospiten Sur, Calle Siete Islas, Playa de las Americas, AronaReference
  29. OpenStreetMap Hospital Quironsalud Tenerife, Santa Cruz de TenerifeReference
  30. Barranco del Infierno reserve, ticketed visitsOfficial
  31. Binter Canarias, inter-island airline based at Tenerife North and Gran CanariaReference
  32. Silbo Gomero, whistled Spanish of La GomeraReference
  33. OpenStreetMap Correos, Avenida de Rafael Puig Llivina, San Eugenio Bajo, AdejeReference
  34. OpenStreetMap Casino Playa de las Americas, San Eugenio Bajo, AdejeReference
  35. OpenStreetMap Hard Rock Cafe, Avenida Las Americas, Playa de las Americas, AronaReference

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €5,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €300,000). Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Costa Adeje, all flat sizes together, are 5,213…
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,900 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €174,000). Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Casco Urbano, all flat sizes together, are…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €384,000). Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Costa Adeje, all flat sizes together, are 5,213…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,700 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €216,000). Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Casco Urbano, all flat sizes together, are…
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Spain Digital Nomad Visa offers a flat 24% tax rate for 5 years via 'Beckham Law' style… Many passports can stay 90 days in any 180 without a visa. Work needs a permit. Qualifying…
    31 more changes
    • Best Beach Nearby Playa del Duque – premium golden sand beach with upscale amenities. Playa El Duque is a beach in Costa Adeje.
    • Best Coworking Space Coworking in the Sun (located in nearby Puerto de la Cruz but popular) or the local 'Fuel… Coast Office in Fañabé lists an open-space desk from 29 euros a day and a private office…
    • Best Hospital Quirónsalud Tenerife Hospital (Costa Adeje) – private with international staff. Primary care is Centro de Salud Adeje on Calle de los Derechos Humanos, with a smaller…
    • Budget Accommodation La Tortuga Hostel (approx. €30/night for a dorm bed). La Tortuga hostel is on Calle Reykjavik in Costa Adeje.
    • Cashless Friendly Yes, cards and mobile payments are accepted in almost all shops and restaurants. Cards are widely accepted. Some shops ask to see photo identification before taking a…
    • Casino & Gaming Halls Casino Playa de las Américas (located in the H10 Gran Tinerfe hotel). Casino Playa de las Américas is on Avenida de Rafael Puig Llivina in San Eugenio Bajo…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, strict Spanish CFC rules apply. Yes. Spanish rules can tax a foreign company when Spanish residents hold over 50% and the…
    • Currency & Banking Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 1.08 USD. Local banks include CaixaBank and Santander. Euro (EUR). ECB reference on 19 October 2026: 1 EUR = 1.1225 USD (1 USD = 0.8909 EUR)…
    • Dividend Withholding Tax 19% - 26%. 19% withholding on dividends before any applicable treaty reduction. Resident savings…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket Approximately 45-47% (differs slightly by autonomous region). In 2026 the state income-tax scale tops at 24.5% and the Canary Islands scale tops at 26%…
    • Historical Sites Casa Fuerte de Adeje – ruins of a 16th-century fortified mansion. Casa Fuerte, on Calle Molinos, is a ruined fortified house and a listed monument. It has…
    • Local Heritage The 'Whistle language' (Silbo Gomero) heritage, often demonstrated in local cultural… The coat of arms, approved on 24 May 1991, shows a Guanche staff and two clay bowls, the…
    • Local Markets Costa Adeje Market (Thursdays and Saturdays) near El Duque. A market in Playa de las Américas runs on Thursdays and Saturdays. Los Cristianos, next…
    • Music Scene Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife (Playa de las Américas/Adeje border). Hard Rock Cafe is on Avenida Las Américas in Playa de las Américas, in neighbouring Arona.
    • Must-See Landmarks Siam Park – rated the world's best water park, located in Adeje. Siam Park, on Avenida de los Pueblos in Adeje, is a water park opened in 2008 by the…
    • National Parks Nearby Teide National Park (approx. 45 min drive) – a UNESCO World Heritage site. Part of Teide National Park lies in the municipality. The park surrounds El Teide (3,715…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Barranco del Infierno – a deep ravine with limited hiker access daily. Barranco del Infierno is a special nature reserve inside Adeje. Visits are ticketed, with…
    • Parcel Delivery Service Correos (National Post Office) and SEUR for private courier. Correos has an office on Avenida de Rafael Puig Llivina in San Eugenio Bajo, Adeje.
    • Population Approximately 49,000 residents 50,021 inhabitants on 1 January 2025 (municipal register, INE 2025).
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and F sockets (standard European) 230 V, 50 Hz; Type C and F sockets (Europlug and Schuko).
    • Property Tax IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) paid annually to the town hall. IBI is an annual municipal tax on owning real estate, and the town sets the rate. A…
    • Property Transaction Tax 6.5% ITP (Transfer Tax) in Canary Islands (lower than mainland). In the Canary Islands the general transfer tax on real estate is 6.5% in 2026. A new home…
    • Public Transport Passes Ten+ card (rechargeable) for Titsa buses; reduces fare costs significantly. The ten+ card works on the tram and on TITSA buses. A visitor day pass is 10 euros for 24…
    • Religious Sites Iglesia de Santa Úrsula – 16th-century church with unique Mudejar ceilings. Iglesia de Santa Úrsula, on Calle Manos Unidas, is a listed monument. It began as a…
    • SIM Card Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, and Digi. Pre-paid 50GB plans start around €15/month. Buy a prepaid SIM at an Orange or Movistar shop; identification is usually required…
    • Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €5,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €220,000 in Costa Adeje). Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Costa Adeje, all flat sizes together, are 5,213…
    • Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €3,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €128,000 in Adeje Casco). Fotocasa asking prices for October 2026 in Casco Urbano, all flat sizes together, are…
    • Tap Water Safe for hygiene but has a high mineral content; most residents prefer bottled or filtered… Generally safe to drink in Spain; southern supplies can have higher mineral content and a…
    • Tax System Worldwide income basis for residents (over 183 days). Residents pay Spanish income tax on worldwide income. Non-residents pay tax on…
    • Top Regional Airline Binter Canarias (connecting to other islands). Binter Canarias is the regional airline of the Canary Islands, based at Tenerife North in…
    • VAT IGIC (Canary Islands version of VAT) is generally 7%. The Canary Islands do not charge mainland VAT. The local sales tax is IGIC. The published…

    fix pass aligned Currency & Banking with the shared exchange rate and card guidance, shortened Tap Water to the country guidance, standardized Power, and corrected Dividend Withholding Tax to separate 19% withholding from the 19–30% savings scale; marked the unconfirmed street addresses in Budget Accommodation, Best Hospital, Must-See Landmarks, Historical Sites, Religious Sites, Music Scene, Parcel Delivery Service and Casino & Gaming Halls as not verified; updated research attribution and verification date (en.wikivoyage.org, taxsummaries.pwc.com).

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