In June 1797 he transferred to "HMS Theseus" with Nelson and Captain Ralph Miller in which he was present at the Battle of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, although he remained aboard and took no part in the assualt.
In June 1797 he transferred to "HMS Theseus". In July, "Theseus" was present at the Battle of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, although Hoste remained aboard and took no part in the assualt.