about us
The story
Bienvenidos and Welcome to Amarilla- Community, Coliving, Coworking.
The heart of Amarilla is an eclectic team that all share the same infatuation for Tenerife and the Canary Islands; who strive to make sure everyone who visits ends up feeling the same way. The Amarilla team is built upon ensuring that guests experience everything the island has to offer, in addition to nurturing the growing digital nomad community on the island by making sure all of the Coliving and Coworking aspects are met.
Amarilla is more than just a Coliving and Coworking solution for Digital Nomads in the South of Tenerife. If you’re looking for a change of scenery and the chance to work and live on an island known for its “eternal spring” year-round climate, then this is the place for you. Amarilla is a Community for like-minded people, where friends are made and experiences are had. And of course, work is done. (That is, when you’re not eating paella or surfing.)
As the Amarilla motto goes: “If you are staying with us, working with us, hanging out with us, or all three- we still want to get to know you.”
Exclusive packages are available for yoga and surf classes, as well as discounted excursion trips- whether it’s whale watching or hiking up Teide, the highest peak in Spain. Plus, there is plenty of chance to mingle with other guests at our social meet-ups and workshops. If there’s anything you’d want to try while on the island that isn’t listed, let us know.
Who we are
We are the Amarilla Team, a handpicked group of passionate workers helping create, nurture and grow the digital nomad community on the island of Tenerife
Founder
Marina grew up in the South of Tenerife. Having parents from different cultures allowed her to experience both the Canarian culture of her father and the Irish culture of her mother – along with the array of nationalities and communities spread throughout the Canary Islands.
After graduating from High School she left the island to study and work abroad. She has lived in: Spain, Ireland, Germany, Ethiopia, Hong Kong, Jordan, France, the USA, and Bali. However, she found herself being drawn back to the place where she grew up in. Marina would invite friends to visit her home with them and when showing off the island, felt an immense sense of pride and adoration for the place.
Tenerife is an island that boasts as much culture and history as it does experiences and activities. For such a small place in a seemingly random part of the world, it has something for everyone.
Not long after, she would relocate to Tenerife, after spending years travelling the world Marina realised that the island is incomparable to anywhere else she has lived. There really is no place like home.
Head team
Meet our full-time team.
Dedicated to making sure your stay is equally as unforgettable as it is hassle-free, our Head Team works tirelessly to provide a friendly and efficient service.
From the moment you’re welcomed to long after you leave, you are their number one priority.
Alberto
From:
Tenerife
Favourite colour:
Blue
Food can’t live without:
Bread fanatic
Most loved possession:
His two children
Coworking team
The necessity to work in a comfortable, quiet, and positive environment is extensively upheld by Alberto.
Thanks to him, we know all of our guests are in a safe space, with whatever it is they need to focus on working.
Alberto looks after the Coworking office and will make sure all your working needs are always met.
Surf team
Stalin and Inga are professionals that have surfed all over the world; they’ve even organized surf trips throughout South America. Whether you’re a hesitant beginner or an advanced surfer wanting to try the waters of Tenerife, Stalin and Inga have a range of classes based on experience.
Top tip: Evening classes include an additional sunset-watching hour on the beach – beers are optional!
Stalin
From:
Venezuela
Favourite colour:
Blue
Food can’t live without:
Arepa
Most loved possession:
His surf board
Inga
From:
Germany
Favourite colour:
Turquoise
Food can’t live without:
The dishes Stalin cooks for us, overall all Venezuelan dishes
Most loved possession:
Her surf board
Vita
From:
Bulgaria
Favourite colour:
Pink
Food can’t live without:
Papaya
Most loved possession:
Meditation
Yoga team
Vita’s yoga studio isn’t inside a stuffy air-conditioned room filled with mirrors. Instead, it’s the beach.
Having spent ten years in India learning everything there is to know about yoga, Vita teaches various styles of the practice, it’s up to you which one to try. However, we cannot recommend enough experiencing starting the day with a yoga session by the sea.
Angela
From:
England
Favourite colour:
Green
Food can’t live without:
Bread
Most loved possession:
Family & pets
Phil
From:
England
Favourite colour:
Green
Food can’t live without:
Potatoes
Most loved possession:
Family & pets
Cleaning team
The Cleaning Team is part of the Community and interacts with guests regularly to make sure everything is to their standard of cleanliness.
The Coworking and Coliving spaces are cleaned thoroughly, for guests to focus solely on their work and, most importantly, enjoy themselves. There isn’t a day that you won’t be greeted by Angela & Phil´s welcoming smile.
Looking for a team retreat?
We have created a branch off brand called Your Team Retreat. A company created to help you and your team bond, network, create and relax together with a hassle free experience from beginning to end. The website services personalised retreats for groups of all sizes, industries and budgets.
The team is made up of two local business-savvy female entrepreneurs Claire Rivero Founder of The Point Surf Club and Marina Fuentes Corridan Founder of Amarilla – Community, Coliving, Coworking that have called Tenerife home for many years.
Expect professionalism with a personal touch you won’t find anywhere else.
