The location is at the top of a steep hill which will test one's driving skills (and the vehicle itself). If coming from Tenerife South airport, don't take the shortest route as that also takes you up a street where 2 cars can rarely fit. The host was excellent and offered a complementery bubbly for our birthdays - a great touch! Also offered to help with recommendations - sadly we couldn't make use of them as we had limited time and quite specific activities in mind already. All in all - can definitely recommend, if only for a night or two - be mindful of the lack of heating (there's a dehumidifier but that doesn't help as much), especially in winter (extra blanket did help a lot!).
We were surprised to find the Garden of Pyramids also hosting a number of other exhibitions including information about Thor Heyerdahl. Unfortunately we didn't have enough time to visit everything on offer but what we did see was interesting but poorly described. There is also am Aloe Vera museum just outside Güimar.
A lovely little town with many cafes and restaurants, people were very friendly and there were lots of little cafes and bars. The main square is a popular meeting place in the early evening and there is an excellent Sunday market.
Güimar
The outside area for cooking is brilliant. Kids loved the amount of toys they've found. As you leave the house , 300m down the road there is a football pitch and basketball court and about 5 mins driving , there is El Escobonal Park where you can exercise with your kids. Stunning views aswell. You need a car to drive around , but that's something that I would recommend anyway , unless you stay at a hotel near the beach. We were 35 mins away from Playa del Duque and 40 mins away from Las Teresitas, so just right.
Güimar
A beautiful peaceful place to stay, in the lanes above the lovely non touristy town of Güimar in the east of Crete. Ideal for people looking for an authentic view of Canarian life and a particularly perfect location for walkers/hikers. Wonderful helpful hosts and we recommend having breakfast..made with tasty fresh local produce. We stayed in the apartment which has the most spectacular views and terraces all the way round. It takes up the entire top floor of this delightful traditional property. We loved it.
The hotel is an eclectic mix of the old ( 1866 founding) and the new. Arriving at night is an enchanting visual light show as you walk up the path to the hotel. The entire staff are great ( mostly familia) and very attentive to customer needs. Great views for dining of the volcano and Atlantic. The meals are outstanding and the breakfast (desayuno) will last all day. If you want a unique experience that is off the beaten path this is it.
Güimar
Great, peaceful place with amazing owners. Very friendly and open people. They have their own vineyard so the vine is always in the fridge waiting for the eveing 🙂 place itself is great, we visited friends in all inclusive hotel and if you are somebody who dont like million people around as we, this place a great for you. The acommodation is very comfortable and beautifully made.
Güimar
The property, the land and the fantastic garden with the avocado trees, cacti, palm trees etc. were stunning. The sea is in sight as well as the mountains of the Teide national park. The restaurant is very nice too. I wish I could spend more time in this magical hotel.
Güimar
Spatious and quite apartement with big terrasse, located at groung floor of a residential touristic complex, at 10 minutes walk from Puertito de Guïmar. Many free parkings around. Welcome with free bottle of water, some coffe caps and tea bags.
Katy is a charming and very welcoming host, has excellent tips, books restaurants... excellent!! Amazing breakfast in the patio. The historic building in the centre of Guimar is astonishing and well kept. Highly recommended!
Güimar
Very nice stay. Clean, comfortable, good wifi. Nice host. No problem with street parking. A bottle of wine offered. It is a real house, not something just converted into a hotel - additional plus for authenticity.