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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsIkos Aria

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Ikos Aria
Ikos Aria
Kos, Greece
Five-Star·4.7
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
Iberostar Selection AntheliaIkos Aria

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
9.3
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.7 (666)
$300-500
Price / Night
$500-800
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Grand
Resort Size
Grand
13 min
Airport Transfer
20 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
8.8
8.8
Food
9.4
9.1
Service
9.4
8.2
Rooms
8.9
Pools
8.2
Luxury
8.0
Value
8.2
9.0
Family
9.3
8.1
Romance
7.2
Nightlife
7.6
Quiet
8.0
Adventure
8.7
Wellness
7.1
Remote work

Vibes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
QuietRomance
Ikos Aria
QuietRomanceAdventure

Activities

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids
Ikos Aria
SpaWater sportsKids

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Ikos Aria

  • Infinite Lifestyle all-inclusive
  • Michelin-starred dining
  • Private beach with water sports
  • Dine-out at local restaurants

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 — Ikos Aria

  • Consistently strong guest sentiment for service, food and family ease.
  • Beachfront setting with pools, kids facilities and upscale all-inclusive inclusions.
  • Good fit for families and couples who want calm luxury rather than nightlife.

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 — Ikos Aria

  • Premium pricing can feel high if travelers do not use the included experiences.
  • Restaurant reservations can require planning.
  • Not ideal for travelers who want to walk into a large town every night.
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