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Blue Bay Resort Hotel
Blue Bay Resort Hotel
Four-Star·4.4
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8

Scores at a Glance

Blue Bay Resort HotelIberostar Selection Anthelia
Overall
8.2
8.8
Beach
8.1
8.4
Food
7.8
8.8
Service
8.7
9.1
Rooms
8.2
8.2
Luxury
8.2
Value
8.3
8.0
Romance
8.1
Scores out of 10 — higher is better

Quick Stats

8.2
Overall Score
8.8
4-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.4 (1,795)
Google Rating
4.8 (4,656)
From $64
Price / Night (pp)
From $142
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Grand
33 min
Airport Transfer
13 min

All Scores

8.1
Beach
8.4
7.8
Food
8.8
8.7
Service
9.1
8.2
Rooms
8.2
8.8
Pools
8.9
Luxury
8.2
8.3
Value
8.0
8.5
Family
9.0
Romance
8.1
Nightlife
7.2
8.1
Quiet
7.6
8.1
Adventure
8.0
Wellness
8.7
Remote work
7.1

Vibes

Yes
Quiet
Yes
Yes
Adventure
Romance
Yes

Activities

Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Golf
Yes

Blue Bay Resort Hotel

  • 6 pools
  • 2 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 33 min from HER

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Pros — Blue Bay Resort Hotel

  • Strong sea-view setting.
  • Six official pools including two children pools.
  • Good access to Mononaftis Bay for clear-water swimming and snorkeling.

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 — Blue Bay Resort Hotel

  • Not directly beachfront.
  • All-inclusive drinks are limited to local options and specific hours.
  • Hillside layout may not suit mobility-sensitive travelers.

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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