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Conrad Bora Bora Nui
Conrad Bora Bora Nui
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Five-Star·4.6
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
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Quick Stats

9.4
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (1,068)
Google Rating
4.8 (4,623)
$800+
Price / Night
$300-500
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Boutique
Resort Size
Grand
25 min
Airport Transfer
13 min

All Scores

9.5
Beach
8.4
8.9
Food
8.8
9.3
Service
9.1
9.5
Rooms
8.2
9.1
Pools
8.9
9.5
Luxury
8.2
7.8
Value
8.0
8.4
Family
9.0
9.7
Romance
8.1
6.8
Nightlife
7.2
9.3
Quiet
7.6
8.6
Adventure
8.0
9.2
Wellness
8.7
8.0
Remote work
7.1

Vibes

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Activities

Conrad Bora Bora Nui
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Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids

Conrad Bora Bora Nui

  • Hillside and overwater villas
  • Private beach on Motu To'opua
  • Hina Spa Polynesian treatments
  • Two-level overwater bungalows

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Pros — Conrad Bora Bora Nui

  • Exceptional private-motu setting with white sand, clear lagoon water, and overwater villas.
  • Strong luxury-room product, including large villas and private-pool options.
  • Excellent romance and honeymoon fit.
  • Highly praised service and staff across official, OTA, and review sources.
  • Strong wellness appeal with Hina Spa, fitness, yoga, and tranquil surroundings.

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 — Conrad Bora Bora Nui

  • Very expensive, especially once transfers, food, and extras are included.
  • Limited nightlife compared with larger destination resorts.
  • Not walkable to town; boat transfers are required.
  • Families are accommodated but the resort is not primarily a high-energy family resort.

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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