Rivendell Eco lodge

About the hotel

Unique Location at the Start of Hikes into Caldera de Taburiente National Park

Located in El Paso, Rivendell Centro de Arte y Retiro offers a one-of-a-kind experience at the beginning of the Hikes into the Caldera de Taburiente National Park. Immerse yourself in nature and adventure right from our doorstep.

Cozy Accommodation with Shared Amenities

Our property provides comfortable accommodation with free WiFi, shared terrace, kitchen, and bathroom. Some units even boast a seating area and balcony for you to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Personalized Service and Pet-Friendly Environment

At Rivendell, we ensure your convenience by providing parking information and pickup service. Plus, we welcome your furry friends as we have cats and dogs on-site, adding a homely touch to your stay.

Book now for a memorable retreat amidst nature and tranquility at Rivendell Centro de Arte y Retiro.

Facilities

• Free WiFi
• Parking
• Free Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Terrace
• Garden
• Hiking
• Meeting/banquet facilities
• Non-smoking throughout
• Sun terrace
• Daily housekeeping
• Designated smoking area
• Street parking
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Board games/puzzles
• Shared kitchen
• Adult only
• Open-air bath
• Outdoor furniture
• Sun loungers or beach chairs
• Picnic area
• Sun umbrellas
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Smoke alarms
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Thermometers for guests provided by property

Check-in and check-out

Check-out

until 11:00

Guest reviews

• K

  kenUnited Kingdom

  10

  Relaxing and great for hiking and meeting new people

  Liked: Rivendell is unique. There is a great hike down a river valley just at the foot of the property. The climb up to Rivendell is steep but gets easier the more you do it, just take stops along the way and you'll be there without getting puffed out. The stars are amazing from here and the silence of a night time good for meditation.

  Disliked: One rooster there does like to crow a bit before sunrise, but in many ways this is part of its charm

  Posted in October 2026

• M

  MarinaNetherlands

  10

  An amazing eco-haven, perfect for those loving an authentic, ecological vibe, stargazing, or hiking

  Liked: My stay at Rivendell eco lodge was absolutely supernice. Allison is an incredibly welcoming host who has created a paradise on earth. I felt instantly at home, not just with her, but also with her wonderful animals: the dogs, cats, chickens the cock, fish, and turtle.The environment radiates peace. I swam in the beautiful basin (after a quick shower to keep the water clean!). At night, the starry sky was breathtakingly beautiful, and during the day, I loved hiking to the cascade tricolor and reading in the comfortable hanging chairs.I have so much admiration for how Allison maintains this beautiful place and her arts, her knowledge of plants and how to live ecological. If you want peace, nature, and warmth, look no further. Thank you, Allison and animals, and the volonteer for an unforgettable stay!

  Disliked: A quick tip on logistics: As a Dutch traveler, I initially hoped to rent a bike, but quickly learned why La Palma is called "the vertical island"! Biking isn't realistic here, so i depended on public transport. From Los Llanos i took a taxi to the main trailhead parking lot (where you would park if you have a rental car). From there, all guests hike about 15 minutes to the eco-lodge, with just the final stretch being quite steep.

  Posted in August 2026

• E

  EvaNetherlands · Couple

  9

  Liked: Amazing location, friendly owners

  Posted in March 2026

• O

  OliverSwitzerland

  10

  Out of this world

  Posted in February 2026

• R

  RebeccaSpain · Couple

  10

  Liked: Alison is a wonderful host. We had an issue accessing the property on the first day due to an unusual and very uncharacteristic recent rainstorm, but Alison rushed to pick us up in the Jeep and ensure we reached the lodge safely. The stay is perfect for anyone who loves animals and the outdoors, especially cats! I would 100% recommend a stay here and plan to visit again one day.

  Disliked: The only issue we had was our inability to get to the property on foot on the first evening, but this was dealt with brilliantly and we couldn't fault anything to do with the weather really!

  Posted in January 2026

• M

  MartínezUnited Kingdom · Couple

  4

  Liked: Here is an honest review. There are things we liked about our stay in Rivendell and things we did not. Before getting into that, we should preface this review by saying that Rivendell is clearly not a place which is meant to afford the traveller all the usual luxuries of a hotel. We booked knowing that in advance. Now, it must also be said that Allison herself was lovely and hospitable. And it cannot be denied that the location is breathtaking. The job Allison does for the animals living there (and there are more than a few) is admirable. We also liked being around them - but not everyone might.

  Disliked: Here are the issues we had. 1) The journey to Rivendell is difficult; the road just to the parking is dangerous and should be highlighted in the description so people are aware at least. More to the point, the path you have to walk after the public parking is across a rough river bed (on, not alongside) and finally an ascent which unfit or elderly would be unable to make. We were told by one of the guests that they had to wait for hours to get across due to the flooding. The check in stated on the booking is until 8pm, however, Allison told us on the day we were meant to arrive that we should not arrive later than 6pm (7pm at the latest) due to the darkness - which we later found out was due to the challenging journey there. Unlike the description, there is no street parking, and the accomodation is not in a residential area. The walk can take more than 20 minutes - especially is you are carrying anything heavy. There are two crossings through the river before you take the concrete path uphill. There are no signs to Rivendell until you get to this path. This could be confusing and it would be easily helped by transparency on the description. You can get a lift up in Allison's Jeep, but it costs 5 euros per person and you need to book in advance. We were glad to have brought our head torch which we found key to make out wya across the river specially. There is no parking. The parking is public and it's based in the base of the Caldera de Taburiente in the opposite side of the river to Rivendell. Anyone can park there and it has limited space. It wasn't too busy during the three days we stayed around. 2) The smell of poo in the house we stayed in. The loo is by the kitchen area. Toilet paper is expected to be put into a bin (fair enough), however, there is no extraction fan in the bathroom, and the bin was not changed during our three nights stay, so it smelled pretty bad - both in bathroom and kitchen area.

  Posted in January 2026

Reviews in English from guests who stayed at the hotel, provided by our booking partner.

Good to know

For everyone's safety, alcohol is not allowed on the premises. Please only smoke in the designated area outside.

The property cannot be accessed via a vehicle. The property is a 15-minute walk from the car park. Please contact the property in advance if you need to arrange a Jeep pick-up for an extra charge.

Please consider adding the Room Cancelation Insurance, otherwise, we are not responsible for refunds related to bad weather. Thank youGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

A deposit may be required at the property.