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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsIberostar Selection Playa de Palma
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Scores at a Glance
Iberostar Selection AntheliaIberostar Selection Playa de Palma
Overall
8.8
8.7
Beach
8.4
8.6
Food
8.8
8.5
Service
9.1
8.8
Rooms
8.2
8.7
Luxury
8.2
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Value
8.0
7.8
Romance
8.1
8.6
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Iberostar Selection Anthelia | Measure | Iberostar Selection Playa de Palma |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.8 | Overall Score | 8.7 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.8 (4,820) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,646) |
| From $142 | Price / Night (pp) | From $98 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Grand | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 13 min | Airport Transfer | 5 min (better) |
All Scores
| Iberostar Selection Anthelia | Measure | Iberostar Selection Playa de Palma |
|---|---|---|
| 8.4 | Beach | 8.6 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Food | 8.5 |
| (better)9.1 | Service | 8.8 |
| 8.2 | Rooms | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.9 | Pools | – |
| 8.2 | Luxury | – |
| (better)8.0 | Value | 7.8 |
| 9.0 | Family | – |
| 8.1 | Romance | 8.6 (better) |
| 7.2 | Nightlife | – |
| (better)7.6 | Quiet | 7.4 |
| 8.0 | Adventure | – |
| (better)8.7 | Wellness | 8.0 |
| 7.1 | Remote work | 8.0 (better) |
Of the 13 measures we call, Iberostar Selection Anthelia leads on 7 and Iberostar Selection Playa de Palma leads on 6.
Vibes
| Iberostar Selection Anthelia | Measure | Iberostar Selection Playa de Palma |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
Activities
| Iberostar Selection Anthelia | Measure | Iberostar Selection Playa de Palma |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Golf | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
- Year-round Canary Islands climate
- Oceanfront with heated pools
- Star Prestige premium tier
- Spanish and international cuisine
Iberostar Selection Playa de Palma
- 1 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 5 min from PMI
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.
Pros · Iberostar Selection Playa de Palma
- Beachfront location
- Close to airport and Palma
- Strong food and room sentiment
- Teleworking room evidence
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.
Cons · Iberostar Selection Playa de Palma
- All-inclusive is not universal
- Busy urban beach context
- Spa costs extra
- Pool inventory needs manual reconciliation
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