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Alua Boccaccio
Alua Boccaccio
Four-Star·4.5
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
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Alua BoccaccioIberostar Selection Anthelia

Quick Stats

7.6
Overall Score
8.8
4-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.5 (4,486)
Google Rating
4.8 (4,634)
From $64
Price / Night (pp)
From $142
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Grand
45 min
Airport Transfer
13 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
8.4
7.4
Food
8.8
8.1
Service
9.1
6.8
Rooms
8.2
7.5
Pools
8.9
Luxury
8.2
7.3
Value
8.0
8.2
Family
9.0
Romance
8.1
Nightlife
7.2
Quiet
7.6
Adventure
8.0
Wellness
8.7
Remote work
7.1

Vibes

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Activities

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Alua Boccaccio

  • 2 pools
  • 1 restaurants & bars
  • 45 min from PMI

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  • Year-round Canary Islands climate
  • Oceanfront with heated pools
  • Star Prestige premium tier
  • Spanish and international cuisine

Pros — Alua Boccaccio

  • Strong access to Playa de Alcúdia and surrounding shops.
  • Official children’s and teen programming supports family trips.
  • Guest feedback trends positive for staff and cleanliness.

Pros — Iberostar Selection Anthelia

  • Excellent beachfront Costa Adeje location with direct access to Fañabé Beach and the promenade.
  • Very strong guest sentiment for staff, service, cleanliness, and food.
  • Extensive pool setup, including saltwater, freshwater, and children's pools with slides and pirate-ship features.
  • Strong family programming through Star Camp and child-friendly facilities.
  • Spa, hydrotherapy, fitness, tennis, paddle tennis, yoga, Pilates, and nearby golf support a strong wellness and activity profile.

Cons — Alua Boccaccio

  • Rooms are small compared with many resort-style properties.
  • Dining inventory is more limited than larger all-inclusive resorts.
  • Reddit/community evidence is thin, so guest consensus should be refreshed.

Cons — Iberostar Selection Anthelia

  • Some rooms and decor can feel dated compared with newer five-star Tenerife resorts.
  • This is a large, family-friendly resort, so it may not suit travelers seeking an adults-only or boutique atmosphere.
  • Several specialty restaurants are not included in all board types, so inclusions can be confusing without checking the booked plan.
  • The beach is convenient and swimmable, but the resort experience is stronger than the beach itself for travelers seeking a remote, pristine shoreline.
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