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Researched Updated Oct 29, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Other Services and Amenities

Gaming Lounges
Limited; mostly internet cafes (Locutorios) in the town center.
Parcel Delivery Service
Correos (Calle del Pozo) and SEUR for private courier.
Tech Repair Services
PC Box (Calle el Pozo) for laptop and phone repairs.
Table Tennis Spots
Pabellon de Deportes Miguel Angel Diaz Molina.
Language Classes
FU International Academy, an Instituto Cervantes accredited school, is in Centro Comercial La Cupula, local 69, Avenida Marques Villanueva del Prado, the same building as Coworking in the Sun. It has taught Spanish in Tenerife since 2000. 23 29 33
Libraries & Study Spots
Biblioteca Municipal (Calle Realejo).
Community Centers
Centro Cultural de Puerto de la Cruz.
Casino & Gaming Halls
Casino Puerto de la Cruz, still mapped as Casino Taoro, is at Avenida Cristobal Colon 1 in the Lago Martianez complex, open daily from 20:00 to 04:00. It moved there from Parque Taoro in 2006. Casino Playa de las Americas is in Adeje, about an hour south, not in town. 25 30 32

Essentials

City
Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain 7
Population
31,137 inhabitants in 2025, the official municipal register figure for Puerto de la Cruz. 7
Internet Speed
Fiber optic widely available; average 300 Mbps - 600 Mbps
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR). On 19 October 2026 the ECB rate was 1 euro = 1.1225 US dollars, so about 1 US dollar = 0.89 euro. Cards are widely accepted. 1 5
Tap Water
Safe to drink. The Spain travel guide says tap water is of drinkable quality, and that some southern supplies are desalinated and taste more mineral, so many people there buy bottled water. Restaurants must offer tap water free on request. 5
Power
230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and F sockets 5 6
SIM Card
Buy a prepaid SIM at an Orange or Movistar shop; identification is usually required, and Movistar registers the line with a national ID or foreigner number. 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 5
Banking for Expats
Revolut and N26 are highly recommended for low fees; CaixaBank for local physical branches.
Accommodation
Monthly rentals via Idealista, Fotocasa, or Facebook groups like 'Rentals in Tenerife'.
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. 5
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb and Booking.com. On Pisos.com in October 2026, one-bedroom and studio asks in Puerto de la Cruz mostly run from about 850 to 1,300 euros a month, including Martianez and La Paz. 11
Budget Accommodation
Puerto Nest Hostel (approx. €25/night) located in Punta Brava.
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Plaza del Charco and Martianez (close to the pools and shopping). 8
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
La Paz (quieter, better views, upscale) or San Telmo (central vibe). 8 7

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
Coworking in the Sun is in Centro Comercial La Cupula, local 69, Avenida Marques Villanueva del Prado. The operator lists a day pass at 18 euros, a week at 63 euros and a month at 180 euros excluding 7 percent IGIC, with fibre listed at 1,000 megabits per second and monitor rental at 1 euro a day. 22 29
Best Cafe for Work
Ebano Cafe (Plaza del Charco); reliable Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Networking Events
Tenerife Remote Workers & Digital Nomads Meetup group; weekly 'Sundowners' events.
Social Events for Expats
Language exchange at Bee Hive (Calle San Juan) every Thursday.

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Uber (limited availability) or the local 'Pidetaxi' app.
Bike/Scooter Rental
Canary Sol (Av. de Cristobal Colon). e-Bikes from €25 per day.
Best Beach Nearby
Playa Jardin, west of the harbour, is a coarse black-sand beach with lifeguards, showers and cafes. Playa Martianez is further east, past Lago Martianez. 8
Top Regional Airline
Binter Canarias is the Canary Islands airline, with hubs at Gran Canaria Airport and Tenerife North. It flies between the islands and also to mainland Spain, Portugal and some African cities. 21
Top International Airline
Ryanair, easyJet and Iberia. Most international flights use Tenerife South (Reina Sofia, TFS). Tenerife North (Los Rodeos, TFN) is closer and is used mainly for flights from mainland Spain. 8
Highway Access
TF-5 Motorway connects directly to Santa Cruz (30 mins) and TFN Airport (20 mins).
Main Train/Transit Hub
Tenerife has no train. The TITSA bus station is on Paseo Hermanos Fernandez Perdigon, by Avenida Melchor Luz. The building on Calle El Pozo is mapped as the old station. 8 26 27
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. 9
Regional Travel
TITSA Bus (Guagua) system. Route 103 to Santa Cruz is express. 7 8

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Hospital Universitario Hospiten Bellevue is at Calle Alemania 6. The hospital lists 922 38 35 51 and a 24-hour emergency service. 24 28
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Pura Vida Yoga (Calle de la Hoya). Classes approx. €12.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Gym 21 (Edificio Alisios). Monthly membership approx. €45.
Laundry Services
Lavanderia La Paz (Calle Aceviño). €5 per wash and dry.

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Glovo and Just Eat are the market leaders.
Best Local Dish to Try
Papas Arrugadas con Mojo (Wrinkled potatoes with spicy sauce). 8
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
El Mana (Calle Mazaroco). Organic, creative plant-based dishes.
Best Dessert Spots
Casa Egon (Calle San Felipe). Historic pastry shop since 1893.
Affordable Shopping Spots
Mercado Municipal (Avenida de Blas Perez Gonzalez) for fresh local produce. 8
E-commerce/Online Store
Amazon.es (note: shipping to Canaries requires DUA customs forms).
Grocery Delivery
Mercadona or HiperDino online delivery for a flat fee of €7.
Bar/Nightlife Area
Calle Blanco (lined with cocktail bars and small clubs).
Local Brewery
Tacoa (located in nearby El Sauzal, but sold in local bars like Tasca La Vendimia).
Wine Bars
La Vinoteca (Calle de Valois) focusing on Canarian volcanic wines.
Street Food Stalls
Street food is rare; look for 'Guachinches' (local pop-up eateries) in the hills above town.
Popular International Cuisine
Brunelli’s Steakhouse (Loro Parque area) for high-end international dining.

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Lago Martianez (huge saltwater pool complex). Entry €5.50. 8
Museums & Art Venues
MACEW, the Eduardo Westerdahl Museum of Contemporary Art, is on the first floor of the Casa de la Real Aduana on Calle Las Lonjas. 7 8
Historical Sites
Castillo de San Felipe (17th-century coastal fort). 7 8
Religious Sites
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia. 7
Annual Events
The Carnaval Internacional de Puerto de la Cruz includes the queen gala and the apotheosis parade. Ash Wednesday falls in the middle of carnival, and the Burial of the Sardine is burned at the harbour. 7 31
Cultural Districts
La Ranilla (the old fisherman’s quarter, famous for murals).
Theater Venues
Teatro Timanfaya (Calle de las Damas).
Local Markets
Mercadillo de Agricultores (Farmers market) every Saturday morning.
Music Scene
Le Grand Central for live jazz and alternative performances.
Street Art
Puerto Street Art project in La Ranilla featuring giant murals.
Cooking Classes
Participate in Mojo Sauce workshops at local fincas (check Airbnb Experiences).
Art Galleries
Sala de Arte Fleming 4.
Historic Buildings
Casa de la Real Aduana (Old Royal Custom House). 7
Local Heritage
The tradition of 'El Baño de las Cabras' (Bathing of the goats) in June.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Botanical Garden (Jardin de Aclimatacion de la Orotava). Entry €3. 8
National Parks Nearby
Teide National Park. TITSA line 348 runs from Puerto de la Cruz to El Portillo and Las Cañadas del Teide. 7
Cycling/Walking Paths
Coastal path from Puerto to El Bolullo beach.
Scenic Viewpoints
Mirador de la Paz (overlooking Martianez beach and the cliffs).
Birdwatching Locations
Loro Parque (world-renowned parrot collection) and Aguamansa forests.
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Strictly prohibited in nature; permitted only during San Juan festival on beaches.

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 3,795 euros per square metre in Zona Martianez, for all sizes together. A 40 square metre example is about 151,800 euros. 10
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 2,898 euros per square metre in San Antonio-Las Arenas, the cheapest district on the page, for all sizes together. A 40 square metre example is about 115,920 euros. 10
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 3,795 euros per square metre in Zona Martianez, for all sizes together. A 60 square metre example is about 227,700 euros. 10
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 2,898 euros per square metre in San Antonio-Las Arenas, the cheapest district on the page, for all sizes together. A 60 square metre example is about 173,880 euros. 10
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 3,795 euros per square metre in Zona Martianez, for all sizes together. An 80 square metre example is about 303,600 euros. 10
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 2,898 euros per square metre in San Antonio-Las Arenas, the cheapest district on the page, for all sizes together. An 80 square metre example is about 231,840 euros. 10
Corporate Tax
Special ZEC Zone (Canary Islands) rate of 4% for eligible companies; standard is 25%. 14 19
Dividend Withholding Tax
Dividends are savings income: 19 percent on the first 6,000 euros, 21 percent to 50,000 euros, 23 percent to 200,000 euros, 27 percent to 300,000 euros, and 30 percent above that. Dividends paid to non-residents are generally withheld at 19 percent. The Canary Islands Special Zone lists an exemption on dividends for entities in the zone. 12 19
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. 12
Highest Income Tax Bracket
In 2026 the state income-tax scale tops at 24.5 percent and the Canary Islands scale tops at 26 percent, so the combined marginal top is 50.5 percent. The national withholding table reaches 47 percent above 300,000 euros. The effective top near 54 percent is for the highest regions, not this scale. 12 17
VAT
7% IGIC (Canary Islands substitute for VAT/IVA). 18 15
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes. Spanish rules can tax a foreign company when Spanish residents hold over 50 percent and the foreign tax is under 75 percent of the Spanish tax. An EU or EEA company can fall outside the rules if it really carries on a business. 16
Property Tax
IBI is an annual local tax on owning real estate, and the town sets the rate. A current Puerto de la Cruz percentage was not on the national summary. 15
Property Transaction Tax
In the Canary Islands the general transfer tax on real estate is 6.5 percent in 2026. A new home is charged IGIC instead of mainland VAT. 17 15
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 percent up to 600,000 euros and at 47 percent above that, for the tax year of the move and the next five. Opting in is not automatic. 13 20

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 29, 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, 80 GB with the extra, 15 GB EU roaming, SIM or eSIMOfficial
  3. Orange prepaid index, 60 GB bundle priced for 28 daysOfficial
  4. Movistar prepaid, Plus 10 euros and Premium 15 euros per 28 days, identity requiredOfficial
  5. Wikivoyage Spain, tap water, cards, plugs, and prepaid SIM identificationSecondary
  6. Mains electricity by country, Spain 230 volts, 50 hertz, plugs C and FReference
  7. Spanish Wikipedia Puerto de la Cruz, 31,137 inhabitants in 2025, bus lines, church, castle and customs houseReference
  8. Wikivoyage Puerto de la Cruz, bus station, Lago Martianez, Playa Jardin, botanical garden and airportsSecondary
  9. ten+ day pass 10 euros, week pass 50 euros, resident month 19 eurosOfficial
  10. Fotocasa Puerto de la Cruz sale prices, October 2026, Martianez 3,795 euros per square metreIndex
  11. Pisos.com Puerto de la Cruz rentals, one-bedroom and studio asks from about 800 eurosListings
  12. PwC Spain personal income tax, savings scale 19 to 30 percent, withholding remainder 47 percentSecondary
  13. Tax agency impatriate regime, 24 percent up to 600,000 euros, teleworkers may opt inOfficial
  14. PwC Spain corporation tax, general rate 25 percent, reviewed 30 June 2026Secondary
  15. PwC Spain, mainland VAT 21 percent, IGIC in the Canary Islands, local real-estate taxSecondary
  16. PwC Spain foreign-company rules, over 50 percent and under 75 percent of Spanish taxSecondary
  17. Hacienda 2026 regional tax report, Canary income-tax top 26 percent, transfer tax 6.5 percentOfficial
  18. IGIC encyclopedia page, general rate 7 percent since 1 January 2020Reference
  19. Canary Special Zone, corporation tax 4 percent and a dividend exemptionOfficial
  20. UK FCDO Spain entry, 90 days in any 180Official
  21. Binter Canarias, inter-island airline with hubs at Gran Canaria and Tenerife NorthReference
  22. Coworking in the Sun, La Cupula local 69, fibre listed at 1,000 megabitsOfficial
  23. FU International Academy, Instituto Cervantes accredited, Spanish taught in Tenerife since 2000Official
  24. Hospiten Bellevue, Calle Alemania 6, phone 922 38 35 51, 24-hour emergencyOfficial
  25. Casinos de Tenerife about page, Casino Taoro moved to Lago Martianez in 2006, three casinos including Playa de las AmericasOfficial
  26. OpenStreetMap bus station on Paseo Hermanos Fernandez PerdigonReference
  27. OpenStreetMap old bus station on Calle El PozoReference
  28. OpenStreetMap Hospiten Bellevue, with a stop on Calle de AlemaniaReference
  29. OpenStreetMap Centro Comercial La Cupula, El BotanicoReference
  30. OpenStreetMap Casino Taoro on Avenida Cristobal ColonReference
  31. English Wikipedia Puerto de la Cruz, carnival around Ash Wednesday and the Burial of the SardineReference
  32. WebTenerife Casino Puerto de la Cruz, Avenida de Colon 1, open daily 20:00 to 04:00Official
  33. FU school contact page, Avenida Marques Villanueva del Prado, La Cupula local 69, phone 922 38 93 03Official

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €3,500/m² (e.g., 60 m² = €210,000) In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 3,795 euros per square metre in Zona Martianez, for all…
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,400/m² (e.g., 60 m² = €144,000) In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 2,898 euros per square metre in San Antonio-Las Arenas, the…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €3,200/m² (e.g., 80 m² = €256,000) In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 3,795 euros per square metre in Zona Martianez, for all…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,200/m² (e.g., 80 m² = €176,000) In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 2,898 euros per square metre in San Antonio-Las Arenas, the…
    • Annual Events Carnaval de Puerto de la Cruz (February/March) - world famous. The Carnaval Internacional de Puerto de la Cruz includes the queen gala and the apotheosis…
    26 more changes
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Spanish Digital Nomad Visa grants Beckhams Law eligibility (24% flat tax up to €600k). Many passports can stay 90 days in any 180 without a visa. Work needs a permit. Qualifying…
    • Best Beach Nearby Playa Jardin (volcanic black sand, designed by Cesar Manrique). Playa Jardin, west of the harbour, is a coarse black-sand beach with lifeguards, showers…
    • Best Coworking Space Coworking in the Sun (Calle de Valois, 18). Monthly pass approx. €150. Coworking in the Sun is in Centro Comercial La Cupula, local 69, Avenida Marques…
    • Best Hospital Hospital Universitario Hospiten Bellevue (Calle Siete de Julio). Hospital Universitario Hospiten Bellevue is at Calle Alemania 6. The hospital lists 922 38…
    • Cashless Friendly Yes, cards and contactless payments (Apple/Google Pay) accepted in 95% of establishments. Cards are widely accepted. Some shops ask to see photo identification before taking a…
    • Casino & Gaming Halls Casino Playa de las Americas (nearby) or Casino Puerto de la Cruz (Lago Martianez). Casino Puerto de la Cruz, still mapped as Casino Taoro, is at Avenida Cristobal Colon 1 in…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, Spanish CFC rules apply to international tax planning. Yes. Spanish rules can tax a foreign company when Spanish residents hold over 50 percent…
    • Currency & Banking Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: CaixaBank, BBVA, Santander. Euro (EUR). On 19 October 2026 the ECB rate was 1 euro = 1.1225 US dollars, so about 1 US…
    • Dividend Withholding Tax 19% - 26% depending on amount; exemptions apply under ZEC. Dividends are savings income: 19 percent on the first 6,000 euros, 21 percent to 50,000…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 47% (National + Regional combined). In 2026 the state income-tax scale tops at 24.5 percent and the Canary Islands scale tops…
    • Language Classes FU International Academy (Calle de Valois); Spanish courses for foreigners. FU International Academy, an Instituto Cervantes accredited school, is in Centro Comercial…
    • Main Train/Transit Hub Estación de Guaguas (Bus Station) on Calle del Pozo. Tenerife has no train. The TITSA bus station is on Paseo Hermanos Fernandez Perdigon, by…
    • Museums & Art Venues MACEW (Museum of Contemporary Art Eduardo Westerdahl). MACEW, the Eduardo Westerdahl Museum of Contemporary Art, is on the first floor of the…
    • National Parks Nearby Teide National Park (approx. 45 mins by car or Bus 348). Teide National Park. TITSA line 348 runs from Puerto de la Cruz to El Portillo and Las…
    • Population 30,500 31,137 inhabitants in 2025, the official municipal register figure for Puerto de la Cruz.
    • Property Tax IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) - approx. 0.4% to 1.1% of rateable value. IBI is an annual local tax on owning real estate, and the town sets the rate. A current…
    • Property Transaction Tax 6.5% ITP (Transfer Tax) for second-hand properties in Canaries. In the Canary Islands the general transfer tax on real estate is 6.5 percent in 2026. A…
    • Public Transport Passes Ten+ Card (rechargeable). €1.45 per trip, or monthly unlimited for €30 (residents). The ten+ card works on the tram and on TITSA buses. A visitor day pass is 10 euros for 24…
    • SIM Card Orange, Movistar, Vodafone. Prepaid 'Mundo' 50GB for €15/month. Buy a prepaid SIM at an Orange or Movistar shop; identification is usually required, and…
    • Short Term Rentals Airbnb and Booking.com; expect €1,200 - €1,800/month for central apartments. Airbnb and Booking.com. On Pisos.com in October 2026, one-bedroom and studio asks in…
    • Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €3,800/m² (e.g., 40 m² = €152,000) In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 3,795 euros per square metre in Zona Martianez, for all…
    • Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,600/m² (e.g., 40 m² = €104,000) In October 2026 Fotocasa asked 2,898 euros per square metre in San Antonio-Las Arenas, the…
    • Tap Water Safe to drink but high mineral content; most locals prefer bottled or filtered water… Safe to drink. The Spain travel guide says tap water is of drinkable quality, and that…
    • Tax System Spanish tax residency applies after 183 days; worldwide income basis. Residents pay Spanish income tax on worldwide income. Non-residents pay tax on…
    • Top International Airline Ryanair, EasyJet, and Iberia via Tenerife North Airport (TFN). Ryanair, easyJet and Iberia. Most international flights use Tenerife South (Reina Sofia…
    • Top Regional Airline Binter Canarias (inter-island flights starting at €20 for residents). Binter Canarias is the Canary Islands airline, with hubs at Gran Canaria Airport and…

    fix pass after the batch review, re-opening the coworking, hospital, casino, transit, guide, encyclopedia and price pages. Best Coworking Space now carries the operator's published day, week and month prices; Short Term Rentals was re-priced to the October asks seen on the listings page; Casino & Gaming Halls gained the tourism-board page showing the casino address and opening hours; Language Classes gained the school's own contact page showing its street address; the record date and model were set to this pass.

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