Caserío Los Partidos is a rural hotel of 11 rooms in San José de Los Llanos, part of El Tanque in the green northwest of Tenerife. It sits at just over 1,000 metres, so the air is fresher than on the coast and the views reach up to Mount Teide. Around it is open countryside, good for hiking and horse riding, and the old port of Garachico is down the hill.
Life here centres on a shared courtyard, with a lounge, a tavern open all day and a restaurant, each with its own fireplace. The kitchen works with fresh local meat, fish, cheese, fruit and vegetables. Breakfast is included, and half board or a lunch or dinner planned around you can be arranged on request, as can a packed snack for a day on the trails. There is also a small library and a shop selling local produce and crafts. It suits couples and walkers who want an early night and a big breakfast.