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Couples Swept Away
Couples Swept Away
Negril, Jamaica
Five-Star·4.5·Adults Only
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
Couples Swept AwayIberostar Selection Anthelia

Quick Stats

8.7
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.5 (1,595)
Google Rating
4.8 (4,623)
$500-800
Price / Night
$300-500
Yes
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Grand
75 min
Airport Transfer
13 min

All Scores

9.4
Beach
8.4
8.4
Food
8.8
8.5
Service
9.1
8.0
Rooms
8.2
8.0
Pools
8.9
8.0
Luxury
8.2
8.2
Value
8.0
Family
9.0
9.0
Romance
8.1
7.6
Nightlife
7.2
7.8
Quiet
7.6
9.0
Adventure
8.0
8.8
Wellness
8.7
Remote work
7.1

Vibes

Couples Swept Away
RomanceQuiet
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
QuietRomance

Activities

Couples Swept Away
SpaWater sportsDiving
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids

Couples Swept Away

  • Couples-only beachfront sanctuary
  • Ten-acre sports complex
  • Veggie bar and organic garden
  • Seven-Mile Beach location

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Pros — Couples Swept Away

  • Excellent Seven Mile Beach location with strong swimmability.
  • Adults-only, couples-focused atmosphere.
  • Strong included activity program, especially tennis, fitness, water sports, and wellness.
  • Good fit for repeat Jamaica travelers who value beach time over resort spectacle.

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 — Couples Swept Away

  • Room style is not consistently described as ultra-modern.
  • Service and food receive mostly positive but not flawless guest sentiment.
  • Some guests mention noise or atmosphere variation depending on room location and season.
  • Not designed for families.

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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