El Cerrito Apartments 3 stars

The El Cerrito Apartments is in a great location in the quiet resort of Brena Baja with the natural volcanic beach just 800m away.

The transfer time is just a 20-minute drive from the airport, which is why this resort has become very popular with guests that do not wish to travel for long journeys, especially families with small children.

The town of San Jose is just a short walk away where you can truly experience the Canarian culture, take a stroll down the pretty streets, do some shopping and maybe stop off at one of the quaint little restaurants try some traditional Canarian food.

The cultural city and also the island's capital Santa Cruz de la Palma is only a short taxi ride away, where you will find many local shops down the cobbled streets and bars and restaurants down at the harbourfront, as well as the many historical architectural buildings that can be seen throughout the city.

There is also the local bus service that runs through the town and stops close to the apartments if you want to experience the Canarian culture in its rawness.

The reception desk at the El Cerrito Apartments is open from 08:00 to 14:00 and then 15:00 to 20:30 and can assist in a number of services including luggage, currency exchange and the staff have a wealth of knowledge of the island, to assist in places to visit to see the best of the island and if you choose to hire a car, there is plenty of parking available at the complex. Outside the reception opening times, all guests will be provided with a contact number for a direct connection to the reception staff.

There is a sun terrace that surrounds the swimming pool for enjoying those relaxing days in the sun and for the children, they have a pool that is just for them, as well as activities such as table tennis, board games, books and a small court for badminton and volleyball. There is also Wi-Fi available in all communal areas, for guests that wish to keep up with the gossip or stay in contact with friends and family back home

There is a laundry room which is chargeable at the reception desk and guests can hire an iron and ironing board for a daily rental fee and a small refundable deposit may also be required.

There are many other extras that can be requested with the reception staff, which can be delivered to your room, such as fruit baskets filled with a variety of seasonal fruits, cheese board and wine and guests can also enjoy a night of star watching and astronomy, where you can discover the wonders of the sky at night with a powerful telescope and with a professional guide to talk you through your trip across the universe, from the comfort of your own balcony. This service is available to guests staying in the Milky Way room only.

Breakfast is served within the complex in a buffet style and in the evening, guests can enjoy meals at the nearby 4-star hotel which is arranged in advance through the reception desk.

There are many supermarkets close by for drinks and snacks throughout the day as well as also many fresh and frozen produce to enable guests to self-cater with ease.

The apartments are spacious with splashes of bright colours throughout. All apartments have a lounge area with a sofa bed and chairs, ample storage, a dining table with seating for four, a TV with many international channels, a well-equipped kitchen, a separate bedroom with a wardrobe, a bathroom with a shower and furnished balcony or terrace with views of the pool, gardens, or across the resort.

The El Cerrito Apartments is the perfect option for guests wanting to enjoy a holiday that allows you to experience the true Canarian culture.