Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora

Why it’s great:

Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora feels like a self-contained luxury world — the kind of resort where guests step inside and instantly feel transported into a relaxed, elegant, tropical escape. Its architecture blends modern luxury with Canarian touches, giving it a sense of place without losing its sleek sophistication.

The highlight is its huge 260-metre saltwater infinity pool, one of the largest in Europe, which merges visually with the ocean in front of it — an incredible backdrop for wedding photos. The resort grounds are beautifully landscaped: serene gardens, quiet alcoves, reflective pools and walkways with palm trees and volcanic-stone features.

The RedLevel adults-only area elevates the experience even further with private check-ins, exclusive pools, personalised concierge/butler-style service and luxurious suite upgrades. This feels truly honeymoon-worthy.

The restaurants (Mediterranean, Japanese, International, tapas) feel like their own dining village. Combine this with a world-class spa offering volcanic stone therapies, oceanfront massages and hydrotherapy circuits, and it becomes one of those resorts where you could stay a week without needing to leave.

Best for:

• Destination weddings looking for “epic backdrop” moments — the enormous infinity pool and oceanfront terraces are unbeatable for wedding portraits.

• Couples or honeymooners who want exclusivity — RedLevel offers that truly pampered, VIP experience without feeling over-the-top.

• Families attending weddings — the resort manages to balance adults-only luxury zones with fantastic family-friendly pools and kids’ clubs.

• Guests who want everything in one place — spa, dining, activities, views, and evening entertainment.

• Wedding groups wanting to impress — this is one of Tenerife’s most visually stunning high-end resorts, offering huge “wow factor” on arrival.