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Four Seasons Bora Bora
Four Seasons Bora Bora
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Five-Star·4.7
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
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Four Seasons Bora BoraIberostar Selection Anthelia

Quick Stats

9.3
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (908)
Google Rating
4.8 (4,623)
$800+
Price / Night
$300-500
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Boutique
Resort Size
Grand
15 min
Airport Transfer
13 min

All Scores

9.5
Beach
8.4
Food
8.8
9.3
Service
9.1
9.1
Rooms
8.2
Pools
8.9
Luxury
8.2
Value
8.0
Family
9.0
9.6
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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Four Seasons Bora Bora

  • Overwater bungalows
  • Mount Otemanu views
  • Lagoon sanctuary snorkeling
  • Polynesian spa rituals

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

Pros — Four Seasons Bora Bora

  • Iconic lagoon and Mount Otemanu views.
  • High-service luxury experience with strong Reddit and review-platform sentiment.
  • Excellent romance and overwater-bungalow fit.

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 — Four Seasons Bora Bora

  • Very high pricing makes value sensitive to room category and dining choices.
  • A small number of guest reviews mention wear in some bungalows, so renovated-room confirmation is worthwhile.

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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