Hotel Near La Geria
Lanzarote | Casona de Tao

La Geria is the world’s most unique wine region.
Vineyards grown in volcanic craters. Casona de Tao, the perfect place to stay while you explore it.

What Is La Geria: The World’s Most Unique Vineyard

La Geria is Lanzarote’s wine appellation of origin and one of the most extraordinary landscapes in all of Spain. Lanzarote’s winegrowers developed a growing technique found nowhere else in the world to adapt to the volcanic terrain: each vine is planted in a pit dug into volcanic ash (picón), encircled by a semicircular wall of lava stone that shields the plant from the trade winds and traps the night-time dew.

The result is an unmistakable lunar landscape: thousands of small craters scattered across a field of black volcanic ash, which travellers often compare to abstract art. And the wines it produces —especially the Malvasía Volcánica— have a unique character found in no other vineyard on earth.

The Wine Tourism Route Through La Geria

From Casona de Tao, La Geria is less than 20 minutes away. A perfect afternoon to discover the Canary Islands’ most singular wines.

Lanzarote’s Most Visited Wineries

El Grifo (the oldest winery in the Canary Islands, founded in 1775), Strathisla, Rubicón and Bermejo are La Geria’s landmark wineries. All offer tours and tastings by prior booking.

Lanzarote’s Volcanic Wines

Malvasía Volcánica is the best known: a crisp, aromatic white with a subtle mineral edge found only in wines grown on volcanic soil. Full-bodied rosés and reds with plenty of character are also produced here.

Sunrise Over the Vineyards

Sunrise over La Geria, when the sun rises behind the volcanoes and casts the shadows of the stone walls across the black picón, is a visual experience that photographers travel from across Europe to capture.

Why Casona de Tao Is the Perfect Base for Exploring La Geria

The Perfect Distance and Connection

Casona de Tao is in the north of Lanzarote, just a 20-minute drive from La Geria. Close enough to visit the vineyards in the afternoon and return to the hotel for dinner at a relaxed pace. No rush, no long transfers, no time wasted on the road.

Local Knowledge of the Island

Our team knows La Geria inside out: which wineries are truly worth the visit, tasting schedules, the best time of day to photograph the landscape, and the local restaurants that serve the finest pairings with the region’s wines.

A Hotel With Its Own Rural Character

Casona de Tao shares the same spirit as La Geria: authentic Canarian architecture, local produce and a human scale where every guest matters. The kind of stay that wine tourism lovers look for to complete the experience.

A Strategic Position for the Whole Island

From Casona de Tao you can also easily reach Timanfaya (25 min), Jameos del Agua (15 min), Orzola and the ferry to La Graciosa (20 min) and Arrecife (20 min). The north of the island is the best base for exploring Lanzarote from north to south.

What to See and Do in La Geria and the Surrounding Area

Tastings at the Historic Wineries

La Geria’s leading wineries offer guided tastings paired with local produce. A gastronomic experience that combines the world’s most unique landscape with the pleasure of volcanic wine.

The Island’s Most Photogenic Landscape

Along with Timanfaya, the vineyards of La Geria are Lanzarote’s most photographed landscape. The black tones of the picón, the green of the vines and the white of the stone walls create an unmatched visual composition.

Restaurants With Local Produce

La Geria’s gastronomic route includes restaurants that work with the island’s seasonal produce, pairing their dishes with local wines. A complete experience of Lanzarote’s terroir.

Questions About La Geria and Staying in the North of Lanzarote

Do You Need to Book Tastings at La Geria’s Wineries in Advance?

Yes, it’s highly recommended to book in advance, especially during high season. Our team can advise you on the best wineries and help with the reservation.


Is La Geria Easy to Reach From the North of Lanzarote?

Yes, very easily. From Casona de Tao, La Geria is a 20-minute drive along the LZ-30. The drive itself is already a spectacular scenic route.


Can You Buy La Geria Wines to Take Home?

Yes. You can buy wine to take away directly at the wineries, as well as at the wine shop run by the Consejo Regulador of the Lanzarote D.O. in Arrecife. We’re happy to point you toward the best labels.


Can You Visit La Geria Without a Car?

It’s not easy. There’s no direct public transport to the vineyards. The most practical option is to rent a car at the airport (all the major companies operate there) or book a guided excursion that includes transport from the hotel.


Your Base for Discovering La Geria and All of Lanzarote

Book directly with Casona de Tao. The best price guaranteed and a team that knows the island like no other.

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