Small Boutique hotels in EL HIERRO

Casa Rural Casa & Monte stands in a quiet, isolated location on the foothills of the Ventejis Crater, on the island of El Hierro in the Canary Islands. This full rental property offers cosy off-grid accommodation in the heart of the mountain landscape of El Hierro, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Casa Rural Casa & Monte is ideal for disconnecting on this spectacular island, and has beautiful mountain views on all sides. Perfect for hiking or biking excursions in the surrounding landscapes, there are also many beaches within an easy drive of the house. The charming capital of the island, Valverde, is also within easy reach. Fully equipped, the house comes with everything necessary for relaxing stays. The house is surrounded by a large patio and beautiful gardens, where guests can enjoy a barbecue in fine weather.

Standing on the mountainside overlooking the village of Guarazoca and with views stretching down to the sea, Casa Rural los Mozos is a carefully restored and maintained two century-old traditional El Hierro house. Built in the local volcanic stone, and with a charming garden and patio, Casa Rural los Mozos is a cosy holiday home rental property. Fully appointed for relaxing stays on this fascinating corner of the island of El Hierro, Casa Rural los Mozos is close to several of the island’s famous black sand beaches, as well as the Mirador de la Peña, created by the artist César Manrique. It is also ideal for hiking and trekking, and this World Biosphere Reserve is outstanding for its immensely varied landscape. Casa Rural los Mozos has everything necessary for a comfortable stay, including a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, a cosy living room area with a fireplace, and an outdoor dining area with a barbecue.

Perched on a rocky promontory on the north-west coast of El Hierro, in the Canary Islands, Hotel Puntagrande is a spectacular tiny hotel – once the holder of the certificate from the Guinness Book of Records as the worlds smallest hotel. After a careful and painstaking restoration, this boutique hotel now offers luxurious accommodation and fine cuisine, with just five individually decorated rooms. Each of Hotel Puntagrande’s rooms is unique, and reflects the maritime history of the region and the hotel itself. The views are breathtaking from all sides, and some rooms have direct access to the water, with fishing tackle available in one of them. The hotel is fully committed to the conservation of the natural environment, and follows numerous eco-friendly policies to help preserve the island’s environment. Hotel Puntagrande’s restaurant offers gourmet cuisine based on fresh kilometre-zero produce, concentrating on seafood, Mediterranean and Spanish dishes, local specialities and also vegetarian options. The restaurant’s amply stocked cellar has a wide selection of international and especially local and regional wines and liqueurs, with the accent placed on those from El Hierro.

With a spectacular beachfront location on the east coast of El Hierro, the westernmost island in the Canaries, Parador de El Hierro is a contemporary-style hotel offering the traditional values of Spain’s “Paradores”. These include excellent service, matchless situations and fine regional cuisine. Parador de El Hierro is ideal for those seeking to disconnect on this spectacular island, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Parador de El Hierro is also perfectly placed for diving enthusiasts, as the island has nearly fifty dive sites, where enthusiasts can explore a unique and lively underwater landscape. Other popular activities include cycling and hiking. With imposing mountains to the rear of the hotel, and the Atlantic Ocean before it, Parador de El Hierro has wonderful views on all sides. The hotel is equipped with everything necessary for relaxing stays, including a large outdoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and gym. In line with the philosophy of all Paradores, the restaurant at Parador de El Hierro promotes typical Canary cuisine based on the finest locally sourced produce. According to the season, guests can enjoy watercress stew, wrinkled potatoes, cheeses and home-made almogrote (cheese spread). El Hierro cuisine features local fish such as the amberjack, the pompano, the alfonsiño or the viejas, and desserts such as fig biscuit with chocolate.