Pension El Guanche
La Frontera · El Hierro

Pension El Guanche

Guest house in La Frontera with a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free private parking; double rooms and easy access to Tigaday and the coast of El Hierro.

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7.6 Score
113 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Mercadillo · 330 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Pension El Guanche

Pension El Guanche is a guest house in La Frontera, on El Hierro, with a restaurant and free private parking on site. Its double rooms accommodate two people and offer different features: one has a balcony, 10 m² of space, city views and a flat-screen TV; the other has two single beds and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms.

The accommodation is at Cruz Alta, 1, 350 m from Tigaday and 330 m from Mercadillo. From here, you can plan trips around La Frontera, visit Playa de los Corrales, 2.3 km away, or go to Charco Azul, 2.5 km away. Check-in is available from 14:00 to 22:00, and you are asked to communicate your expected arrival time in advance. Cleaning and towel changes are carried out every two days; quiet hours are from 21:00 to 09:00, and parties are not allowed.

Pension El Guanche
★ 7.6 · Good · 113 reviews

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Guest house in La Frontera with a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free private parking; double rooms and easy access to Tigaday and the coast of El Hierro.

Room types

Pension El Guanche has two room categories, both double rooms with a maximum capacity of two people, though each has a different layout. The Double Room with Balcony is 10 m² and has a double bed, city views, a flat-screen TV, a desk and a fan. It includes toiletries, towels and bed linen; bathroom facilities include a toilet and a bath or shower. The balcony sets this option apart.

The Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds has two single beds and a private bathroom. If having a private bathroom is your priority, you can choose this category, while the first stands out for its balcony and city views. Both rooms are designed for two guests, with clear differences in bed configuration and standout features. You can choose between a room with a balcony and city views and one with a confirmed private bathroom.

Double Room with Balcony
10 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City view

This 10 m² room combines a double bed with a balcony and city views. It has a flat-screen TV, a desk and a fan, as well as toiletries and a bath or shower. Its outdoor space and city views set it apart.

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Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private bathroom

This category offers two single beds and a private bathroom for a maximum of two guests. Compared with the other double room, its distinguishing features are the separate beds and the confirmed private bathroom, making it an alternative for those who prefer to sleep in separate beds.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you arrive by car and value having free private parking on site without needing to reserve.
  • you want to connect to the internet for free from your room.
  • you would like to have a restaurant at the accommodation.
  • you prefer a double room with a balcony, city views and a flat-screen TV.
  • you want to explore Tigaday and Mercadillo, 350 m and 330 m away, respectively.

Maybe not, if...

  • you are looking for a spacious room: the Double Room with Balcony is 10 m².
  • you need to accommodate more than two people in a room; both rooms have a maximum capacity of two guests.
  • you want to hold a party or a celebration, as these are not allowed.
  • you need to smoke inside the accommodation, where smoking is prohibited throughout the property.

Hotel facilities & services

The guest house's services focus on connectivity, parking and clear rules. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms, so you can use it from your own space during your stay to keep in touch or take care of things online without relying on communal areas. Free private parking is on site and does not require a reservation, so you can arrive by car without arranging a space in advance.

The guest house provides an invoice, which is useful for keeping proof of expenses related to your stay. Smoking is prohibited throughout the accommodation; this rule applies to the entire property and is not limited to a particular room or communal area. The invoice gives you proof of your stay if you need to keep a record of expenses.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Private parking

General facilities

  • Invoice provided
  • Non-smoking throughout

Parking

  • Parking

Media & technology

  • Internet

Location & what to see

Pension El Guanche is at Cruz Alta, 1, in the municipality of La Frontera, on the island of El Hierro. Tigaday is 350 m away and Mercadillo is 330 m away; both are nearby landmarks for exploring the area on foot. Frontera Bus Station is 550 m away and the town of Frontera is 560 m away. There are also several wineries nearby: Bodega Uwe Urbach is 1.2 km away and Casa del Aguardiente is 1.3 km away. The nearby landscape combines small settlements with the volcanic slopes characteristic of the island.

El Hierro Airport is 14 km away. To help you find your way around the area, Pico de la naranja viewpoint is 900 m away; Montaña Colorada is 2.0 km away, and Tenerista peak is 2.5 km away. Playa del Verodal is 11 km away, while Ermita de la Candelaria is 1.5 km away. These distances make it possible to combine a stop in the town centre with trips to viewpoints, religious heritage sites and the coast, without concentrating the whole outing in one area.

If you fancy heading to the coast, Playa de los Corrales and Bahía de los Pozos are 2.3 km away; Playa Los Llanillos is 2.6 km away and Charco Azul is 2.5 km away. You can choose between a beach, a bay and a coastal pool depending on your plans for the day and the sea conditions. For walks with a view, Pico de la naranja viewpoint is less than a kilometre away, while Montaña Colorada offers another stop 2.0 km away. Mercadillo, 330 m away, and Tigaday, 350 m away, are useful landmarks for combining your trips with a visit to the centre of La Frontera.

Mercadillo — Local market where you can discover products and experience the everyday pace of La Frontera. 330 m
Tigaday — Nearby settlement with streets and services to explore on foot. 350 m
Frontera Bus Station — Bus station that serves as a reference point for getting around. 550 m
Pico de la naranja — Viewpoint from which to take in the island's landscape. 900 m
Playa de los Corrales — Nearby stretch of coast where you can enjoy the seaside scenery. 2,3 km
Charco Azul — Natural coastal pool for a stop by the coast of El Hierro. 2,5 km

What guests say about Pension El Guanche

7.6
Good · 113 reviews
Staff
8.4
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.3
Cleanliness
8.0
Facilities
6.7
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
7.0

Guests particularly appreciate the surroundings and highlight the staff's service. Cleanliness, comfort and value for money receive favourable feedback; the facilities and wireless connection are the less impressive aspects compared with the rest.

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