Our opinion
Abama is a large, scenic and spacious resort with a strong flavour of Africa.
Hotel description
Volcanic landscapes, exuberant vegetation and panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Island of La Gomera greet you at Abama Golf & Spa Resort in the 160 hectares of private estate into which this dramatic resort is built. Abama was designed by the architect Melvin Villaroel and modernism merges with the traditions North Africa and the principles of ancient China.
At the heart of the resort is a magical citadel of Moorish-style buildings, burnt terracotta in colour, yet changeable with the light throughout the day. In keeping with its roots, you will find spaces of calm and seclusion, secret gardens, delightful pools and breathtaking vistas. In the citadel you will find most of the restaurants and bars, a library and screening room and the spa as well as swimming pools and ornamental lakes. The citadel is situated between the beach and the golf course, both within walking distance and just two minutes in chauffeur-driven buggy.
The accommodation in the Citadel consists of deluxe rooms or two categories of suites. Local materials such as Canary Island pine abound and all have a spacious fitted wardrobe, king or twin beds and state of the art audio-visual equipment. Bathrooms have tubs and separate shower. Each room has its own terrace with views of the Atlantic, the golf course or the gardens. The resort is proud of its luxurious bed linen with 300 thread-count Egyptian cotton in the citadel and 100% natural linen in the villas. Six pillows come as standard whilst there is a pillow menu for specialist requests.
For real seclusion the Tagor villas are located amongst botanic gardens that tumble down from the main citadel towards the ocean. The villa rooms are designed to be secluded and are reserved just for adults, in order to ensure maximum peace and quiet. The villa rooms have full room service and have access to a delightful private pool. Transport is available on request to any part of the resort.
The swimming pools throughout the resort are surrounded by greenery and fit in naturally with the landscaping as well has having sea views. Two are ocean lagoons reclaimed from the volcanic rock at the foot of the cliff the beach reached by funicular and then along the jetty beside the beach. Dining is intended to offer variety and quality of experience, so there are restaurants offering seafood, Italian and Argentinian, local specialties and gourmet cuisine. With its children’s club, golf course, tennis academy and spa, Abama offers exceptional standards and facilities for all ages of guest.
Distance from airport
About 25 minutes
Room types
Double Room with sea view 228 rooms and 72 suites in the Citadel and 120 private Villa rooms and suites.
All with private terrace, Flat screen satellite TV, high-speed internet, speaker phones, safe, minibar, bathrobes.
Hotel facilities and services
13 bars and restaurants, Library, Overnight laundry service, Disabled rooms, 24-hour room and valet service and doctor, Tennis, Gym, Spa, 9 Swimming pools, 18 hole Golf course, Children and family programmes, Private beach with Beach Club.
Land sports
Chargeable sports Tennis (Euros 10 an hour for court hire) with 7 floodlit tennis courts, Tennis coaching is available at Euros 40 per hour, Golf – 18 hole (handicap of 28 for men, 36 for ladies), driving range and putting green.
Out and aboutnearby/local interest
The surrounding area is rich in flora and fauna; there are many walks in the spectacular volcanic landscapes of the Teide National Park, and even a full ascent of the mountain can be arranged. There are 48 designated areas of natural beauty on the island. Nothing in Tenerife is very far away, and the island and its culture can easily be explored by hire car or taxi.
Sports nearby
Nearby Riding, Sailing.
Minimum stays
7 nights from 26 to 31 December 2011 and from 26 December 2012 to 6 January 2013. 4 nights from 4 to 8 April 2012. Stays less than this are on request.