With Tenerife’s growing reputation as a top destination for sport and activity tourism, Spring Hotels continues to support guests looking for more than just a beach holiday.
Tenerife has outgrown its beach-only reputation. With rugged terrain, top-tier sports infrastructure, and a surge of travellers seeking adventure, the island is carving out its place as Europe’s go-to for active travel. Recently named Best Sports Tourism Destination 2025 by La Razón, Tenerife’s momentum shows no signs of slowing, and Spring Hotels is moving right along with it.
Now with a portfolio of six hotels across southern Tenerife, including the recently acquired properties previously part of Mare Nostrum Resort, Spring Hotels has been steadily strengthening its standing as a trusted base for active holidays. From cyclists riding high-altitude routes to surfers chasing Atlantic swells or guests unwinding with yoga, the focus is on helping guests move throughout their stay.
“We’re proud that so many of our guests choose us specifically for our sports facilities and active experiences,” says Yaiza Gonzalez, Product Director at Spring Hotels. “We want our guests to experience more than just a place to stay. We want to inspire them to embrace an active lifestyle and enjoy everything the island has to offer.”
One of the key parts of this is the ‘Spring in Motion’ programme. More than just facilities, it offers a year-round approach that encourages guests to move in ways that suit them, whether that’s Pilates, surf camps, sessions in the gym, or personal training.
Spring Hotels also takes its commitment beyond the hotel doors. Through support for events like the Spring Run, The Blue Challenge (an open water swim), local triathlons, surf festivals, and a collaboration with women’s football club UD Tenerife, the group is deeply embedded in the island’s sporting ecosystem, encouraging an active lifestyle that enriches the whole island.
“We believe an active holiday should move you in every sense,” adds Yaiza. “It’s not just about fitness. It’s about feeling good, connecting with nature, and discovering what your body can do.”
The group is also host of one of Europe’s most exciting surf events: Spring Surfest Las Américas Pro, returning from 22 November to 8 December 2025. Last year’s edition brought over 300 amateur and professional surfers to the island, drawing thousands of spectators and showcasing Tenerife as a world-class surf destination.
Tenerife’s sporting calendar and facilities also draw elite talent. The island hosts the ATP Challenger tournament each January and February at the Abama, attracting top tennis players, many of whom use the event as a valuable opportunity to boost their rankings early in the season. Guests at Spring Hotels are within easy reach of some of Tenerife’s best golf courses. For a more casual game, Hotel Vulcano also offers a pitch and putt, ideal for beginners, families, or anyone looking for a relaxed round. Those looking for something different can try paddle ball or aqua aerobics, with pickleball set to launch soon in response to its surging popularity worldwide.
At Arona Gran Hotel, active travel enthusiasts and cyclists can take advantage of a Cycling Friendly gold-certified cycling centre, complete with bike storage, workshop space, route advice, and early breakfast options (ideal for those tackling the island’s legendary climbs). Guests can also take advantage of complimentary personal training sessions to make the most of the hotel’s fully equipped gym during their stay. And with the addition of the recently acquired Sir Anthony,
Cleopatra Palace and Mediterranean palace, the group now has even more scope to expand its wellness and movement-focused offering.
From the epic Route Teide 360 mountain biking trail to oceanfront yoga, golf courses, surf breaks, and hiking routes weaving through volcanic lava fields and lush forests, Tenerife offers an unbeatable playground for active travel. With ongoing investment in infrastructure and sustainable tourism, the island is set to remain a leader in sport travel with Spring Hotels right at the heart of the action, helping guests move, explore, and make the most of everything Tenerife has to offer.
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