Hotels in Barlovento

Barlovento sits on the northeastern tip of La Palma, one of the smaller Canary Islands, roughly 90 km off the northwest coast of Africa. The town is known for its dramatic Atlantic-facing cliffs, deep ravines, and the Laguna de Barlovento — a reservoir used for irrigation that doubles as a recreational area. Banana plantations and avocado groves line the hillsides, giving the landscape a dense, agricultural character distinct from the island's more volcanic south.

Visitors come here for hiking, coastal walking trails, and the relative quiet that separates Barlovento from busier Canarian resorts. The GR 130 long-distance trail passes through the area, linking the town to other parts of La Palma. The local beach, Playa de la Fajana, features natural lava rock pools filled by the sea — a draw for swimmers who prefer uncrowded spots. Birdwatchers target the laurisilva forests nearby, part of the Biosphere Reserve that covers much of La Palma.

The nearest airport is La Palma Airport (SPC), located approximately 30 km south of Barlovento near Santa Cruz de La Palma. Car hire is the most practical option for reaching the town and exploring the surrounding north of the island.