Golf del Sur Hotels – San Blas Reserva Ambiental Review Part 1

San Blas Reserva Ambiental *****

Suntrap Holidays Rating: 9.5/10 BOOK THIS HOTEL

Golf del Sur Hotels - San Blas Reserva Ambiental Pools courtesy: http://www.sanblas.eu/SANBLAS

Opened in 2008, this totally unique five star hotel is set on its own nature reserve next to the sea – and it’s already a massive hit with discerning travellers.

For example, on Trip Advisor, out of 45 reviewers, 40 rate this hotel above average or excellent, and the a massive 88% would be happy to recommend it to others.  On Expedia, only three

Golf del Sur Hotels - San Blas Reserva Ambiental Floodlit, courtesy: http://www.sanblas.eu/SANBLAS

people have reviewed the hotel at the time of writing, with it being so new, but the average mark was 94% and they would ALL

be happy to recommend the hotel.  So, it’s clearly very popular compared to some of the other Golf del Sur hotels.

For the first time here at SuntrapHolidays.co.uk we’ve got so much information that you really need to know and so many great photos that we’re split this review across several articles.

Here in part one, we’re going to take a look at the outside of this stunning complex, a real jewel in the crown of Golf del Sur hotels:

Location

The San Blas Reserva Ambiental Hotel sits next to the sea in the mouth of a ravine that forms the hotel’s very own nature reserve.

Golf del Sur Hotels - San Blas Reserva Ambiental Terraces, courtesy: http://www.sanblas.eu/ZurcodraciR

The whole ethos of this magical place is about being in harmony with its natural surroundings.  The design and materials used in the buildings, terraces and gardens reflect this ethos and it all makes for a tranquil, relaxing place that gives the impression of being in tune with nature.

Of course, that ideal can never be fully realised by a 331-bed, luxury hotel that has to meet the needs of demanding five-star hotel guests, but at least here, unlike in other Golf del Sur hotels, there has been a valiant effort to respect Tenerife’s environment and habitat.

You will find the San Blas Reserva Ambiental right by the sea at the eastern end of Golf del Sur, not far from the old fishing village of Los Abrigos.  Strictly speaking, it’s classed as one of the San Miguel de Abona hotels, but most people still refer to the area as Golf del Sur because of the magnificent golf course on the doorstep.

This course, 27 holes set in a stunning green oasis with the sea on one side and mount Teide on the other, is a joy to

Hotels in Golf del Sur - Golf Course, courtesy of: http://www.sanblas.eu/SANBLAS

behold.  The hotel offers concessionary deals on green fees too, because a good proportion of its customers come with the intention of playing at a couple of rounds.  The official site for the course is here:  Golf del Sur golf course.

Like all of the Golf del Sur hotels and apartment complexes, the San Blas Reserva Ambiental is a very convenient 10 minutes’ drive from the airport, so if you are on a short Tenerife mini-break no time is wasted traversing the island before your little Tenerife holiday can begin.

Golf del Sur Hotels - San Blas Reserva Ambiental Canoeing, courtesy of: http://www.sanblas.eu/SANBLAS

Being close to the airport, you will see and hear the planes going overhead, but believe me, it’s not going to be an annoyance because they are far enough away and sufficiently infrequent that it’s not an issue.

Outdoor Facilities

A total of eight pools wind their way through this amazing complex.  For the adults there are two heated pools and three ambient pools, and for the children no less that three dedicated pools.  The landscaping and planting has been carefully considered as you can see from the photos.  You know those cheap white plastic sun beds – the ones that adorn the poolsides of so many Tenerife hotels?  Well you’ll not find any here.  No expense has been spared and the poolside furniture is every bit as high quality as that found inside the hotel.

Fancy a little canoeing?  No problem, there is a navigable sailing lake on-site, surrounded by natural stone and plants

Golf del Sur Hotels - San Blas Reserva Ambiental Panorama, courtesy of: http://www.sanblas.eu/tirsomaldonado

typical of the local area.  As well as canoeing, this pretty lake is also used for sports and games laid on as part of the hotel’s programme of activities.

Well that’s it for the outside.  Enjoy the great pictures and look out for part two in this series of articles about this very special Golf del Sur hotel, when we move indoors..

Meanwhile, you can check availability and get some great prices here:  Golf del Sur hotels, San Blas Reserva Ambiental Hotel.

Go to Part 2 of this series.

Photos with kind thanks to http://www.sanblas.eu/SANBLAS, ZurcodraciR, marierose and tirsomaldonado.