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Puerto de la Cruz · Canary Islands

Ikigai Coliving

Typical guests

Purposeful Island Explorers

Purpose-driven professionals who want to balance focused remote work with active volcanic island exploration, locally guided hidden-gem discoveries, and relaxed tropical living in an intimate small-group setting.

Unique features

Garden Jacuzzi

A private outdoor jacuzzi nestled in the tropical garden, cited across the vast majority of reviews as the defining daily ritual for unwinding after work and socializing in the evenings.

Volcanic Views

A rare triple panorama of Mount Teide, the Atlantic Ocean, and lush banana plantations visible from the terrace, creating an iconic and emotionally resonant backdrop that guests repeatedly describe as unforgettable.

Fruit Garden

Guests can pick fresh avocados, maracuya, and mangoes directly from trees growing on the property, offering a deeply immersive tropical living experience that multiple reviewers singled out as a genuine highlight.

Local Expertise

Host Leyber's exceptional curation of hidden beaches, local restaurants, wine tastings, salsa dancing, and off-the-beaten-path island experiences consistently transforms guests' stays from typical remote work trips into authentic local immersion.

Island Adventures

Organized excursions encompassing hiking, beach exploration, cultural events, and outdoor sports give guests structured access to the natural and cultural richness of the island's north, repeatedly cited as a key reason guests wish they had stayed longer.

9.3/10 Excellent
Based on 54 reviews

Ratings are AI-generated only from recent and detailed reviews.

About Ikigai Coliving

Ikigai Coliving is a 7-room chalet in Tenerife, located between the coastal town of Puerto de la Cruz and the picturesque old village of La Orotava. It offers 1 Gbps internet, a coworking space with ergonomic furniture, an outdoor jacuzzi, and views of the Teide volcano, the ocean, and the banana plantations — all with easy access to black sand beaches, volcanic rock pools, and the Teide and Anaga national parks.

Origin story

The name 'IKIGAI' (ee-key-guy) comes from a Japanese concept meaning a reason to live, primarily associated with the town of Okinawa, home to the longest-living people on earth. The people of Okinawa live according to Ikigai principles — an intersection between four distinct elements.

These elements form the philosophical foundation of the coliving. The founder's vision is that the community growing from this project can help people find their own Ikigai, even if only a little bit.

Community philosophy

Ikigai Coliving aims to provide a space where tenants can feel at home — not alienated by constant changes of guests. It focuses on improving productivity through designated public and private workspaces, and developing a sense of belongingness through community activities.

Work-life balance is central to the experience: the house fosters a great atmosphere where tenants often hang out together, cook together, and share local knowledge about authentic food spots and hidden places only locals frequent. Tenants can make new friends or even become close like a family.

Work

Amenities

Spaces

Coworking space

Calls allowed

A dedicated coworking area in the common area of the chalet, equipped with height-adjustable desks, high-back ergonomic office chairs, desk lamps, and monitors available on demand. Air-conditioned, with views of the Teide volcano, ocean, and banana plantations. Reviewers describe it as spacious, modern, and super quiet. The website also mentions a sofa in the coworking/living room area for relaxing between work sessions.

Kitchen

A fully equipped shared kitchen with organized shelves (each labelled by room color), kitchen utilities, a kettle, and all cooking essentials. Reviewers praise the kitchen as well-maintained and fully stocked. Common areas including the kitchen are cleaned daily.

Outdoor dining terrace

Outdoor

A large covered outdoor dining area with a long table seating approximately 10 people, surrounded by garden greenery. Used for community family dinners. Features a barbecue area.

Balcony

Outdoor

A shared balcony with views of the Teide volcano, the ocean, and the banana plantation. Features a table for outdoor dining or casual work. Reviewers highlight the views as exceptional.

Garden

Outdoor

A spacious garden with lounge chairs, artificial grass, and fruit trees including a mango and avocado tree. A popular spot to relax, socialize, and work informally. Connected to the jacuzzi area.

Jacuzzi

Outdoor

An outdoor jacuzzi accommodating up to 6–7 people, located in the garden. Available daily from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Food, drinks, and smoking are not permitted while using the jacuzzi.

Rooms

Green Room

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Shared bathroom

A private single room with brand new mattress and linen, built-in wardrobe with hangers, office desk, and ergonomic chair. Shared bathrooms with other guests. Access to all common areas including kitchen, living room, coworking spaces, garden, and jacuzzi.

Blue Room

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Shared bathroom

A private single room with brand new mattress and linen, built-in wardrobe with hangers, office desk, and ergonomic chair. Shared bathrooms with other guests. Access to all common areas including kitchen, living room, coworking spaces, garden, and jacuzzi.

Red & Yellow Room

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

A private double room with better views and air conditioning compared to the single rooms. Includes brand new mattress and linen, built-in wardrobe with hangers, office desk, and ergonomic chair. Shared bathrooms with other guests. Access to all common areas including kitchen, living room, coworking spaces, garden, and jacuzzi. Prices listed are per person; contact directly for additional tenants.

Indigo & Violet Room

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

The premium double rooms with the best views and air conditioning. Includes brand new mattress and linen, built-in wardrobe with hangers, office desk, and ergonomic chair. Shared bathrooms with other guests. Access to all common areas including kitchen, living room, coworking spaces, garden, and jacuzzi. Prices listed are per person; contact directly for additional tenants.

Food

Communal meals

Groceries

The coliving is also close to the town of Puerto de la Cruz, giving residents easy access to local shops and markets. Tropical fruits such as avocados, mangos, passion fruit, and bananas grow in the garden and are available to residents.

Nearby vendors

  • Supermarket (5min walk)
    Lidl supermarket within walking distance from the coliving, offering a wide range of groceries, fresh produce, dairy, and household items.
  • Supermarket (5min walk)
    Hyperdino supermarket within walking distance, a local Canarian supermarket chain with fresh produce, groceries, and local products.

Activities

Location

Calle Julio Romero de Torres 6, Puerto de la Cruz, SC de Tenerife

Ikigai Coliving sits between the coastal town of Puerto de la Cruz and the picturesque historic village of La Orotava, in the north of Tenerife. The property is positioned right off the northern highway, offering quick access across the island. The surrounding area features banana plantations and views of the Teide volcano and the ocean.

The neighborhood is calm and residential, described by guests as a "very beautiful and quiet area" with a pleasant atmosphere for recharging and remote work. The best beaches of the north — from El Socorro to El Bollulo — are all less than 10 minutes away. Teide National Park and the Anaga rural park are also easily reachable from this central location.

Two well-known local restaurants — Mi Niño and Tito's Bodeguita — are within walking distance. Guests consistently note the easy access to nature, authentic local culture, and hidden gems known mostly to locals.

Getting around

  • Limited walkability
    Supermarkets (Lidl, Hyperdino), local restaurants within walking distance; beaches require ~45 min walk or short bus/car ride.
    Reviews: Guests confirm supermarkets and daily essentials are a short walk away. Several managed comfortably without a car by combining walking with buses and taxis, though a few note that having a car makes getting around considerably more convenient.
  • Local bus stop
    Bus stop is approximately 5 minutes on foot from the coliving. Lines 102, 104, 108, 353 and 363 stop at the nearby San Nicolas stop.
    Destinations: Puerto de la Cruz town centre, La Orotava village, beaches of the north (El Socorro, El Bollulo) — reachable in about 12 minutes by bus.
    Reviews: Guests consistently praise the nearby bus stop, confirming it is about 5 minutes on foot and that buses run frequently. The air-conditioned buses are highlighted as a reliable, practical way to reach the beach and town without a car.
  • Local taxi
    Taxis are readily available locally. Note that some taxis only accept cash.
    Destinations: Puerto de la Cruz waterfront, La Orotava, local beaches, natural rock pools, and other points of interest across the north of Tenerife.
    Reviews: Guests describe local taxis as affordable and cheap, making them a convenient complement to the bus for reaching spots that are less practical on foot or by public transport.
  • Car rental
    Car rental companies operate on the island and are described as reasonably priced. GPS or Google Maps recommended for navigation, though Google Maps may be unreliable in some areas.
    Destinations: Teide National Park, Anaga Rural Park, black sand beaches, natural volcanic rock pools, surf spots, guachinches (traditional local wine restaurants), and hidden gems across Tenerife.
    Reviews: Several guests recommend renting a car for independent exploration, noting that rentals are reasonably priced. While guests without a car managed well using buses and taxis, a car is seen as the most convenient option for reaching more remote or varied destinations across the island.
  • Free parking
    The coliving has private on-site parking. There is also plenty of public parking available in the surrounding neighborhood. No reservation appears to be required.

Getting there

How to get to Ikigai Coliving from the nearest transportation hubs:

Tenerife North Airport (TFN)

Santa Cruz de Tenerife Ferry Terminal

Policies

Stay restrictions

  • 7 nights minimum

Guest restrictions

  • Pets not allowed

    No pet policy is explicitly stated on the website or in the Seasonal Room Lease Agreement.

Payment & cancellation policy

Booking
Before check-in

Prepayment (100%)

The full rental amount must be paid in full prior to the tenant's arrival to formalize the tenancy.

30+ days
before check-in

Full refund

If cancelled more than 30 days before the move-in date, the full amount paid is refunded. (Note: the /our-rooms page references 28 days, while the Seasonal Room Lease Agreement specifies 30 days.)

Less than 30 days
before check-in

No refund

If cancelled less than 30 days before the move-in date, the landlord retains the full amount paid as compensation. Changes of dates or conditions are also not allowed. (Note: the /our-rooms page references 28 days, while the Seasonal Room Lease Agreement specifies 30 days.)

Check-in
After check-in

No refund

If the tenant unilaterally cancels the contract after check-in (early departure), no refund of amounts already paid is available.

Check-out

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