Learn Spanish in Tenerife

Why learn Spanish in Tenerife?

If you are looking to study Spanish under the sun, then you will love Tenerife, known as the ‘Island of Eternal Spring’ thanks to its year-round warm climate! The island has many stunning natural attractions, such as the mountains of El Teide, Anaga and Las Mercedes, the Valley of La Orotava and the magnificent cliffs of Los Gigantes.

Perhaps it is this combination of beautiful landscape and fantastic weather that has led to the locals becoming famous for their kindness, warmth and friendliness! This is most evident during one of the island’s many festivals and carnivals, where entire towns come together to eat, drink and be merry! Another fantastic advantage of studying in Tenerife is that the cost of food and wine is lower than the rest of Europe.

Tenerife is famed for its gastronomy, with local specialities including prize-winning goats’ cheeses and Mojo Picon (a hot sauce made from oil, garlic, vinegar, salt, and typical dried Canarian red hot peppers), as well as local wines and beers.

Our school in Puerto de la Cruz

You will find our school in La Paz, a clifftop area that overlooks Playa Martiánez and central Puerto de la Cruz. Opposite are the famous Botanical Gardens, the town centre is just 15 minutes away, and the nearest beach 20 minutes away. Our school has exceptional facilities for students, including eight bright, air-conditioned classrooms, a library, comfortable student lounge, a sunny terrace offering views of El Teide, and a co-working space for those who need to work remotely in between enjoying their time on the largest of the Canary Islands - high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the school ensures there is no problem sending emails or joining virtual meetings. Please be advised that co-working spaces have to be pre-booked and extra charges apply.

The school also has it’s very own café, serving a selection of snacks and meals from breakfast through to late in the evening. The shady garden is the perfect place to relax with a coffee (or cocktail!) after classes.

Our school in Puerto de la Cruz is proud to be accredited by Instituto Cervantes, the largest and best known organisation endorsing the quality of Spanish language and culture programmes. It also boasts membership of FEDELE (Spanish Federation of Associations of Spanish Schools for Foreigners), and is a founding member of AELE (Professional Association of Spanish Schools).

Any students who wish to obtain a DELE, SIELE or CCSE qualification won’t have to travel far as the school is a registered centre for all three important exams.

Location of our school in Tenerife - Puerto de la Cruz

Accommodation in Puerto de la Cruz

Available accommodation

Unlike many towns in the south of the island, Puerto de la Cruz is still home to a lot of Tinerfeños, which means we can offer accommodation with local hosts and host families. All homestay accommodation is located within 10-30 minutes of the language school on foot, making getting to and from classes each day very easy and convenient. You will have your own bedroom but will usually share the bathroom with the family members. It is possible to book a bed and breakfast or half-board meal package. While kitchen access isn’t guaranteed, some hosts will allow this so if you have a preference in this respect please let us know at the time of booking. We would always recommend booking accommodation on a half-board basis as you will sit down to eat with your hosts each evening, time which allows you to chat and learn about local customs and culture. Bed linen and towels will be provided. Laundry facilities vary from home to home so you may need to use a local launderette. Your host will be happy to give further information on this on arrival.

If you would prefer to stay with other Spanish students opt for shared apartment accommodation. Shared apartments vary in size but they are all well-equipped and furnished with sofas, dining table and chairs, and a television. The kitchen has everything needed to self-cater (students have to buy food for themselves) and there will also be a washing machine, iron and ironing board. Bed linen is provided but you should pack your own towels. The bathroom is shared with other students. All apartments are located within walking distance of the language school and the town centre. Usually these apartments are shared only by students of the language school, but occasionally a local student undertaking an internship in Puerto de la Cruz will rent a room. Although not studying Spanish at the school, these young interns fit in well in the international student environment.

What activities are available in Puerto de la Cruz?

Designed to teach students about the local culture, and to allow students to socialise with each other outside of the classroom, our school’s impressive activity program includes a weekly breakfast, visits to the Botanical Gardens, surf lessons, beach volleyball and salsa and flamenco lessons amongst others! Our school also organises regular excursions to local places of interest, such as El Teide and Santa Cruz.

How to get to our school in Puerto de la Cruz

We are also able to arrange airport transfers, although these are not included in the course prices.

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Student stories on our blog

Life in Puerto de la Cruz

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Discover El Teide and Puerto de la Cruz!

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I love Puerto de La Cruz…the landscape, the beaches, the history, the culture, the people, the festivals…and of course the nightlife! El Puerto, as we, the chicharreros, or people from Tenerife call it, is one of the best places to visit and to go out in Tenerife. There are lot of different places to party and things to do, so you're certain to have a really great night!El Puerto de La Cruz is located in the beautiful La Orotava Valley, which has one of the best views of El Teide, the volcano on the north of the island of Tenerife. It’s very famous for tourism, but at the same time retains its Canarian culture! Read more...