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La Gomera Canary Islands
Business recommended by the Garajonay National Park
Photo: Garajonay National Park (Author: Ángel Fernández)
Propiedad: Empresas adheridas a la Carta Europea de Turismo Sostenible en La Gomera Año 2012 Impreso en papel ecológico Diseña y Maqueta: Naranja Innova S.L.L.
La Gomera - Canary Island 1
European Charter for Sustainable Tourism
The Garajonay National Park is a signatory of the
European Charter for Sustainable Tourism in Protected
Areas. It has committed itself to a form of tourism that
contributes more to the protection and development
of natural and cultural heritage. It also ensures that the
visitor is treated with respect and that local tourism
professionals are socially and economically fulfilled.
The Charter approach ensures that organization, local
people and 24 local tourism businesses work together
to protect the area, while at the same time increasing
opportunities for visitors to discover and enjoy its
special qualities.
The Charter was drawn up under the leadership of the
EUROPARC Federation.
It promotes implementation of the concept of
sustainable development, i.e. "development that meets
the needs of present generations, without
compromising the capacity of future generations to
meet their needs".
This form of development involves the preservation of
resources for future generations, viable economic
development and equitable social development.
Garajonay National Park
La Gomera – Canary Island 2
Local businesses are vital partners of the protected area authority in the
development of the area’s sustainable tourism strategy.
In the Charter Network, 24 local tourism businesses have so far distinguished
themselves by working towards environmental management within their businesses
and developing activities which promote and respect our island.
The following businesses have been successfully certified as European Charter
Partner Businesses by the Garajonay National Park.
Signing the charter on sustainable tourism has given these businesses the right to
use the European Charter logo.
La Gomera – Canary Island 3
Hotel Gran Rey
Basic information about the business
Basic information about the business:
Hotel Gran Rey has three floors and 99 rooms (55 with
sea views, 44 overlooking the valley), including 8 superior
rooms. Amenities include two restaurants, two swimming
pools, a sunbathing terrace, other terraces, a TV lounge, a
conference room, a tennis court and a car park.
Environmental and quality certifications: Biosphere Hotels,
Öko-Proof-Betrieb, UNE EN ISO 14001:2004, EMAS,
Excelencia Ambiental & Sostenible, UNE EN ISO
9001:2008
Address: Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 805 859
Fax: 0034 922 805 944
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.hotelgranrey.es
3 Stars Hotel
Environment first? Absolutely!
La Gomera – Canary Island 4
Hotel Finca El Cabrito
Basic information about the business
The rooms are fitted out simply and tastefully with hand-
made solid wooden furniture and modern facilities and
offer plenty of space for 70 guests.
The hotel offers full board accommodation, reception
services, child services, a children's playground, a library,
gardens, a terrace, a conference room, and free internet in
public areas.
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2 Stars Hotel Here there are no roads, no noise, only the chirping of birds, the whispering of the wind and the murmur of the Atlantic waves. El Cabrito is situated directly by the sea and can only be reached by boat.
Address: San Sebastián de La Gomera. La Gomera. Spain. Tel: 0034 922 141 614 Fax: 0034 922 872 222 Email: [email protected] Website: www.elcabrito.es
La Gomera – Canary Island 5
Hotel Rural Tamahuche
Basic information about the business
Basic information about the business:
Rustic rooms, decorated in traditional style, feature
wooden floors and offer direct access to the garden
terraces. They have a TV, safe and private bathroom. You
can hire a minibar, and some rooms have a balcony. The
hotel has library and free internet access for guests.
Address: Vallehermoso. La
Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 801 176
Fax: 0034 922 801 598
Email:
Website:
www.hoteltamahuche.com
The rural hotel Tamahuche is located in a wonderful enclave on the north of La
Gomera.
La Gomera – Canary Island 6
Hotel Torre del Conde
Basic information about the business
The hotel, modern in style, has views of the Torre del Conde
Park. Facilities include a restaurant, free internet access, a
business center, (with computer, fax and scanner) a solarium
with free sunbeds, a sauna, a Jacuzzi, a conference room
and a library. The rooms have many useful features, such as
a minibar, safety deposit box, air conditioning, satellite
television, piped music, and telephone, and are furnished to
a high standard. 3 specially adapted Rooms for disabled
guests.
Environmental and quality certifications: ISO 14001, ISO
9001
Address: San Sebastián de La
Gomera. La Gomera Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 870 000
Fax: 0034 922 871 314
Email:
Website:
www.hoteltorredelconde.com
3 Stars Hotel Located in an ideal place to enjoy the atmosphere of the town and a good
starting point for excursions and walks.
La Gomera – Canary Island 7
Apartamentos Los Telares
Basic information about the business
Studios and apartments for couples or families. This
aparthotel is orientated towards the valley’s banana fields,
with beautiful views of the mountains and the green ravine.
You can enjoy your stay in the lounge with its fireplace,
sunbathe or relax on the terrace, read a book from the
library, have a delicious dinner in the restaurant or cool off
in our swimming-pool after a day touring the island.
These Canarian-style apartments allow you to enjoy a
natural break, making the most of the great outdoors.
The studios and apartments can accommodate from 2 to 4
guests.
Address: Hermigua. La Gomera.
Spain.
Tel: 0034 629 594 078
Fax: 0034 922 880 302
Email:
Website:
www.apartamentosgomera.com
Relax in the heart of the lush Hermigua ravine.
La Gomera – Canary Island 8
Casa Rural El Laurel and Casa Rural La Era
Basic information about the business
El Laurel and La Era are within the hamlet of El Cedro, a
privileged corner barely touched by mankind. These
cottages were renovated with stone, tile and wood. The
little cottages are ideal to quietly enjoy the trekking routes
and wonders of the laurel rainforest and the National Park
which is dedicated to its conservation.
In the green heart of La Gomera Island, surrounded by the lush rainforest and traditional fields.
Address: Hermigua. La Gomera.
Spain.
Tel: 0034 629 594 078
Fax: 0034 922 880 302
Email:
Website:
www.apartamentosgomera.com
La Gomera – Canary Island 9
Casa Los Delfines
Basic information about the business
This house of stone and timber, renovated in the purest
traditional Canarian style, has been turned into two homely
split-level apartments with ocean views. From the top
terrace you can enjoy an exotic panorama of the
mountains, the ocean and the cliffs of the island’s north
coast.
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Address: Agulo. La Gomera.
Spain.
Tel: 0034 629 594 078
Fax: 0034 922 880 302
Website:
www.apartamentosgomera.com
In a hamlet on the north coast of La Gomera, Los Delfines is situated on top of
a small cliff which makes it a privileged viewpoint, looking towards Tenerife and
La Gomera – Canary Island 10
Casa La Punta
Basic information about the business
The interior of the house has a warm atmosphere and the predominant material is
wood. It is ideal for two couples or a family with grown up
children. Splendid views of the valley below, the sea, Tenerife
and mount Teide can be enjoyed from the large terrace and
the sunrises are a spectacular show of beauty and colour.
The house is a duplex: the lower level has a bedroom with
twin beds (convertible into double bed), bathroom and
lounge. On the upper one there is a bedroom with a double
bed of 1.80 x 2 meters, living room, kitchen, terrace, garden,
orchard, private garage and free WIFI internet access for
guests. The orchard has artificial light, so this pleasant
atmosphere can be enjoyed in the evening too.
Address:: Hermigua. La
Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 609 103 354
Email:
Website:
www.casalapunta.com
Situated in an area with some of the best views of Hermigua and with outside
space from which to enjoy them.
La Gomera – Canary Island 11
Sitio Rural “Jardín Las Hayas”
Basic information about the business
Jardin Las Hayas is 500 metres from Garajonay National Park, on
the Canarian island of La Gomera. It offers free Wi-Fi access and
there is free public parking nearby.
This rural hotel is made up of 6 traditional Canarian buildings.
Each one has views of the mountains, the sea and the other
islands. Just 20 minutes away are the black sand beaches of Valle
Gran Rey. Rooms at the hotel all have a private terrace. This is
the ideal place to enjoy the sunshine all year round. They also
have air conditioning and a TV. The reception of Jardin Las Hayas
is located in the La Montaña - Casa Efigenia Restaurant, 200
metres from the accommodation buildings.
Address: Las Hayas. Valle
Gran Rey. La Gomera.
Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 804 077
Email:
Website:
www.efigenianatural.com
Rural area "Jardín Las Hayas" - come and enjoy a rural setting on the island of La Gomera.
La Gomera – Canary Island 12
.Casa Rural La Vega
Basic information about the business
Originally this was one traditional Canarian-style house, but it
was big enough to be divided into three when it was renovated.
The entrance to each of the three resulting houses is from a
typical courtyard, partly covered in stone and tiles. The
conservation of old larders, window-seats and agricultural and
kitchen utensils used in the decoration make the atmosphere
inside very agreeable. The large Canarian “patio” (courtyard)
which is in the centre of the almost square building provides an
independent space with views of the village, which is made up of
small traditional-style houses.
Address: Arure. Valle Gran
Rey. La Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 620 867
Email:
Website:
www.lavegarural.com
You can taste the flavour of times gone by in this comfortable house.
La Gomera – Canary Island 13
Casa Rural La Palmita
Basic information about the business
The inside of the house offers a spacious living/dining room, a
large fireplace, large comfortable sofas, wooden tables and
picture windows. From the garden there are views stretching
from the green mountains down to the blue sea, Tenerife and
Mount Teide. From the road to the house there are only 24
steps.
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A very peaceful house just outside the National Park surrounded by a large
garden with tall pines and Laurisilva.
Address: La Palmita. Agulo. La Gomera. Spain Tel: 0034 922 141 304 Email: [email protected] Website: http://lapalmita.ecoturismogomera.com
La Gomera – Canary Island 14
Casa del Barranco I and Casa Rural Risco Padrón
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Basic information about the business
These houses offer a totally rustic style through the peculiarity
of their construction (windows, door and ceilings made of
wood; broad stone walls) and stylish details in their decoration.
The houses are located in an agricultural environment,
surrounded by areas of crops and palm trees, some of which
are of the tallest on the island.
From the terraces (the small one in front of the house and the
other wider, sunny one) it is possible to enjoy the scenery with
a view of the valley, the mountains and mother nature.
The ideal place to enjoy a few calm and pleasant days away from the everyday
noise and pollution of the city.
Address: Vallehermoso. La Gomera. Spain. Tel: 0034 922 800 787 Email: [email protected] Website: www.casasruralesgomera.com
La Gomera – Canary Island 15
Casa Rural El Cabezo
Basic information about the business
The house is over a hundred years old and retains many
details from former times, like the original stone benches
found in the old house and now used to decorate the
gardens. Inside, in some areas of the house, the original
stonework has been left on view for decorative effect. The
decoration inside the house is of a high quality. The furniture
is wooden and rustic in style. There is a collection of craftwork
from La Gomera such as ceramics and basketware, as well as
some paintings by local artists. The house is bright and is filled
with natural light. From the bedrooms and living room, there
are splendid views of Roque Cano and of the agricultural
valley of Ingenio.
Situated in a beautiful landscape and renovated with sensitivity to the natural surroundings.
Address: Vallehermoso. La
Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 801 298
Email:
Website:
http://cabezo.ecoturismogo
mera.es
La Gomera – Canary Island 16
Pensión Candelaria
Basic information about the business
Pension Candelaria is a traditional family establishment
situated in a flower-decorated alley in Vueltas, the idyllic
seaport of Valle Gran Rey.
Very quiet and nevertheless centrally situated, you can reach
the beach via a five-minute walk. It is the only beach on La
Gomera which is open all year
Our flats have 2-3 bedrooms with kitchen and shower, with
or without balcony, a large sun-terrace for all guests with
sunloungers, views to the sea, free wireless Internet and
laundry.
Friendly and traditional accommodation in the heart of Vueltas, in Valle Gran
Rey
Address: Valle Gran Rey. La
Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 670 805 089
Fax: 0034 922 805 526
Email:
Website:
www.pensioncandelaria.de
La Gomera – Canary Island 17
Timah Trekking
Basic information about the business
Timah, winner of the tourism award of the island of La Gomera
2005, has been organizing varied hiking tours on La Gomera
in small and individual groups led by a Tyrolean mountain
guide since 1988. Their years of experience on site ensure
professional organization as well as the safe execution of the
hiking tours.
Hiking with Timah means: small hiking groups, a qualified
Timah guide, transfers by Timah bus, botanic expeditions with
competent guides, culture and history and English-speaking
guides.
Active tourism (trekking and bikes) You haven´t really been there Until you´ve been there on foot
Address: Valle Gran Rey. La
Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 807 037
Email:
Website:
www.timah.net
La Gomera – Canary Island 18
Autobuses Mesa
Basic information about the business
To make your journey more comfortable and to provide better coordination on and
between Tenerife and La Gomera, AUTOBUSES MESA has established a service on
the island of Tenerife.
The company has a modern fleet of buses together with an experienced team of
staff in order to fulfil demand on both islands, and is always ready and able to meet
any challenge.
Travellers on La Gomera and on Tenerife receive a luxury transport service and can
enjoy, from the comfort of their seats, the marvellous panoramic views of the islands.
The company has 43 buses, of which 25 have 55 seats, 2 have 78 seats, 3 have 35
seats, 5 have 37 seats and 10 have 20 seats, plus 2 limousines and taxis.
Address: San Sebastián de La Gomera, La Gomera, Spain. Buses so that disabled
people can get on and off in safety and reasonable comfort.
The express purpose of providing a quality transport service.
La Gomera – Canary Island 19
Excursiones Marítimas Tina
Basic information about the business
Manuel Jesús, the Captain of the TINA, welcomes you and
invites you to join an enjoyable mini cruise around La Gomera.
Accompany the crew to the north of the island, to LOS
ÓRGANOS – tremendous basalt pillars of volcanic origin, visible
only from the sea. On this tour, you will sail along the coast
while enjoying lovely views of beautiful valleys, high cliffs and
secret beaches.
Throughout the WHALE WATCHING TOUR, you will have the
opportunity of seeing spectacular marine vistas. It is rare not to
be lucky enough to sight cetaceans such as spotted dolphins,
common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, rough-toothed dolphins
and pilot whales. Sometimes there are even sperm whales,
Bryde’s whales, Blainville’s whales, and sea turtles.
A ship´s worth of wellbeing and discovering La Gomera
Address: Valle Gran Rey. La
Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 805 885
Email:
Website:
www.excursiones-tina.com
La Gomera – Canary Island 20
Oceano Whale Watching La Gomera
Basic information about the business
OCEANO Gomera is a whale watching operator which promotes respectful whale
watching.
Their priorities are to offer respectful encounters with whales and dolphins, to inform
and raise awareness about cetaceans and the ocean, to use our resources and those
of our planet in a responsible way and to offer an obliging service to guests at all
times.
Services include respectful whale watching boat excursions, an information centre
with an exhibition about the cetaceans off La Gomera and their habitat (entrance
free), an educational programme with presentations, events and films, all related to
the sea and its inhabitants, the threats this ecosystem is facing and practical tips on
how to contribute personally to its conservation, and a small shop with T-shirts,
books, CDs, DVDs, posters, postcards and other items related to the ocean.
Whale watching operator for respectful encounters with dolphins, whales and the ocean
La Gomera – Canary Island 21
Restaurante La Vieja Escuela
Basic information about the business
This Tavern-Restaurant is located in an old house, of traditional
construction where the first school was in the beautiful village of
Agulo. It´s located in the old part of town, where there are
wonderful views.
Now, in the old school, you can enjoy authentic Gomeran food.
In the restaurant you can taste a wide range of wines and local
products of the gastronomy of the area.
You can enjoy delicious food in a lovely setting...!
Address: Agulo. La Gomera.
Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 146 004
Email:
Website:
http://laviejaescuela.ecoturis
mogomera.es
La Gomera – Canary Island 22
Restaurante Terraza El Mirador
Basic information about the business
Restaurant El Mirador is a much loved restaurant for locals and a
popular tourist destination with its great food, excellent service
and beautiful views.
The restaurant has worked hard over the years to achieve an
intimate friendly atmosphere, combined with traditional home-
made Gomeran cuisine.
The restaurant is a Gomeran produce restaurant, sourcing all the
main ingredients from within the shores of La Gomera. Where
feasible, produce is sourced as locally as possible.
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Address: Valle Gran Rey. La
Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 805 086
Email:
Website:
www.restauranteslagomera.com
Enjoy an exceptional dining experience
La Gomera – Canary Island 23
Burrito La Gomera
Basic information about the business
Burrito La Gomera can provide you with all the clothing,
footwear, equipment and specialist advice you need for all
your outdoor adventures in La Gomera.
Many of the major brands are used in each category.
The staff have a wide range of experience in many different
outdoor activities and can provide reliable and unbiased
advice.
Address: San Sebastián de La
Gomera. La Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 145 089
Email:
Website:
www.burritolagomera.es
Sports articles retail: footwear, clothing and accessories
La Gomera – Canary Island 24
Artesanía Santa Ana
Basic information about the business
A family run business in the heart of San Sebastián de La
Gomera.
Bringing together an exquisite range of hand-crafted gifts
and souvenirs direct from craft makers and artists
throughout La Gomera, this is the ideal place to buy one-
off, hand-crafted presents, treats and items of beauty for
your home.
Crafts and ornaments retail
Address: San Sebastián de La
Gomera. La Gomera. Spain.
Tel: 0034 922 141 864
Email:
28° 5'33.43"N
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Walk towards sustainable tourism
Photo: Garajonay National Park (Author: Ángel Fernández)
www.sustainabletourismlagomera.com