Tenerife’s Historic Delgado Oramas Mansion to Become Luxury Hotel in Restoration Project

The recent restoration of the Delgado Oramas mansion in San Juan de la Rambla marks a significant shift in how northern Tenerife manages its historical heritage. This project not only preserves an 18th-century landmark but also introduces the municipality to the high-end rural tourism market, aiming to balance economic growth with the protection of local architecture.

With a budget of over two million euros, the construction firm Víctor Rodríguez e Hijos SLU has been tasked with the two-year renovation. The plan is to transform the 594-square-meter property into a hotel while carefully preserving key historical features, including the cobblestone courtyard, the original kitchen and oven, the main hall’s coffered ceiling, and the traditional south-facing balcony.

Known locally as Oramas Cué, the house was built in 1766 by Antonio Lorenzo Delgado Oramas de Saá. It famously survived the devastating floods of 1826, which led to structural changes that remain visible today. Long held by the Delgado Oramas and Cué families, the building has fallen into disrepair in recent years, causing concern among local residents.

The new hotel design includes service areas in the basement, bedrooms with private bathrooms on the upper floor, and two suites with terraces. The grounds will also feature gardens, a swimming pool, and a solarium. Local officials hope this project will boost the economy by attracting visitors interested in cultural heritage, local cuisine, and regional commerce.

Ultimately, this project is an effort to revitalize the town. By restoring a building central to the community’s history, authorities are preventing the loss of a vital landmark and integrating it into the tourism sector through sustainable, respectful development. After decades of neglect, the mansion is set to reclaim its place as a centerpiece of San Juan de la Rambla.