Blue Paradise · Santa Cruz
in Tenerife, Spain 🇪🇸
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a coliving community · since Jan. 2024
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I had the chance of having my first coliving experience at Blue Paradise.
I have absolutely no doubts that I've taken the right choice of deciding to do it at this place.
The place is great - has a lot of charm, great location, awesome coworkings and an incredible community - which probably was the most important for me.
My stay wouldn't have been so positive if it wasn't for the coliving.
I don't know when I'm going back to Tenerife - but I definitely know where I'm staying.
Highly recommend!
Host Nearly Canceled My Booking an Hour Before Arrival on New Year’s Eve
I'm sharing my experience at this coliving space (December 31st - February 2nd) to help prospective guests make informed decisions.
My primary concern arose shortly before my New Year's Eve arrival. After I inquired about previously undisclosed cleaning fees and the cost of an additional night offered by the host, Selene, our conversation became strained. She used terms like "childish" and accused me of "playing games with money." Despite the it being New Year's Eve, and the therefore difficulty of finding alternative accommodation with my mother visiting, she threatened to cancel my booking unless I agreed to refrain from sharing any feedback during my stay and promised a "peaceful" experience.
To avoid further complications during my stay, I waited until a day before departure to share this feedback. I hoped to allow Selene the opportunity to address my concerns before posting this review. These concerns include:
• Inconsistent Check-in Procedures: At least two other guests (in addition to myself) were not properly checked in resulting in us being uninformed of local plumbing practices (specifically, that toilet paper should be disposed of in the bin, not the toilet). This resulted in multiple instances of clogged pipes and a sewage overflow in the garage.
• Cleanliness Issues: There are no volunteers to assist with cleaning, and the space is not cleaned daily. This resulted in the presence of cockroaches in the kitchen which were killed with heavy chemicals.
• Unusual Fee Structure: Unlike other co-living spaces I've experienced, this host charges for each cleaning, fresh linens, and even mentioned a potential charge of 50 cents per additional toilet paper roll.
• Limited Community Atmosphere: The co-living experience fell short of expectations. During my month-long stay, organized activities were infrequent (less than one per week), and most residents primarily kept to themselves. The environment personally felt more like a shared house with co-working facilities than a genuine co-living community.
• Sustainability Concerns: Despite being marketed as sustainable, the property features artificial grass in much of the garden, and washing machine wastewater is discharged directly onto the garden.
While the property and its location have potential, particularly the spacious rooms with private bathrooms and proximity to Santa Cruz, the current management and practices unfortunately prevent me from recommending this co-living space.
My stay was fantastic at Blue Paradise. I had so much fun staying with Selene and our other co-workers. The house is beautiful and is in a lovely location, with a stunning garden. Can’t wait to go back and thank you Selene for being so patient, accommodating and kind during my stay ❤️
The chalet style house is fantastic! In a quite neighborhood on the hill with stunning ocean view, the fast internet was perfect for remote work.
The coworking space with adjustable tables and monitors was ideal to get serious work done. The garden is huge with hammocks under mango trees, workout equipment and starry nights.
The kitchen is well-equipped, and it’s just a 20-minute walk or a quick bus ride to downtown.
The host is wonderful! I loved going to different events and beaches every weekend with their electro-van 😎🌴
Absolutely amazing experience, I stayed for two months in beautiful house that is perfect for working and relaxation. House is equipped with height adjustable desks, quality chairs, blazing fast internet connection. Every room is cozy, with own bathroom, and yard offers an amazing view of the sea and Santa Cruz city. Selene was always helpful, constantly making sure to make your stay an unforgettable experience full of positivity and smile. Every weekend we traveled across the island together with all colivers, exploring beaches, traditional events, stunning hikes, food and other places. Thank you Selene for this unique experience, I can't wait to be there again!
I was in the south when Selina picked me up with her parents, it made the arrival super easy and comfortable, they are an open and friendly family who are up for fun and traveling. When I arrived Blue Paradise seemed like a nice place to slow down.
The house itself is big and has some big common areas, each room has its private bathrooms and comfortable workspaces. I especially loved the shared workspace, equipped with adjustable tables, strong internet, and the Blue ocean views in the yard. It was the ideal setting for both productivity and relaxation.
My three weeks at Blue Paradise were filled with experiences. I met great people from diverse backgrounds and shared evenings and trips on the island.
Selina always wears a smile and is willing to help and foster a sense of community. She organized various activities, including shopping trips, cultural events, and beach outings, ensuring everyone felt included and engaged.
I also followed up on her recommendation of a great physiotherapist – if you need don’t hesitate and go! Another gem was the home "gym" setting outside so you can stay fit during your stay! Selina, I wish you good luck and trees full of delicious fruits!
My staying at Blue Paradise Coliving was amazing! Selene and her family treated me like part of the family since the first day, they really work hard to meet everyone's needs but above all they let you know the local spanish culture! The house is wonderful, very large and bright, with various common areas such as a large living room with TV and Netflix, a large coworking area ( with big monitors and standing desk!) and a kitchen with everything you need! the terrace and the garden are my favorite areas, very large and with a beautiful view, there you can relax in the hammock, do your workouts or have lunch and dinner and look at the stars! I'm sure I'll be back soon! :)
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