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Atlantica Imperial Resort and Spa
Atlantica Imperial Resort and Spa
Five-Star·4.8·Adults Only
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
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Atlantica Imperial Resort and SpaIberostar Selection Anthelia

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (1,923)
Google Rating
4.8 (4,634)
From $172
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
Yes
Adults Only
No
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Grand
60 min
Airport Transfer
13 min

All Scores

9.0
Beach
8.4
8.7
Food
8.8
8.8
Service
9.1
8.5
Rooms
8.2
8.6
Pools
8.9
8.7
Luxury
8.2
Value
8.0
Family
9.0
9.1
Romance
8.1
Nightlife
7.2
8.3
Quiet
7.6
Adventure
8.0
8.4
Wellness
8.7
Remote work
7.1

Vibes

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Activities

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Atlantica Imperial Resort and Spa

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 3 pools
  • 5 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • Swim-up suites
  • Gated, 24-hour security

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

Pros — Atlantica Imperial Resort and Spa

  • Adults-only beachfront setting on Kolymbia Bay.
  • Strong restaurant and bar inventory for a resort of this size.
  • Multiple pool moods, including quiet and indoor relax pools.

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 — Atlantica Imperial Resort and Spa

  • All-inclusive restrictions are not fully transparent from public pages.
  • Water sports are through an external provider.
  • Reddit/community consensus is currently too thin for completed status.

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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