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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsJade Mountain

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Jade Mountain
Jade Mountain
Soufrière, St. Lucia
Five-Star·4.7·Adults Only
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Iberostar Selection AntheliaJade Mountain

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
9.3
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.7 (563)
$300-500
Price / Night
$800+
No
Adults Only
Yes
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Grand
Resort Size
Boutique
13 min
Airport Transfer
60 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
8.5
8.8
Food
9.1
9.1
Service
9.4
8.2
Rooms
9.6
8.9
Pools
9.4
8.2
Luxury
9.7
8.0
Value
7.2
9.0
Family
8.1
Romance
9.8
7.2
Nightlife
5.8
7.6
Quiet
9.4
8.0
Adventure
8.6
8.7
Wellness
9.0
7.1
Remote work
6.8

Vibes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
QuietRomance
Jade Mountain
RomanceAdventure

Activities

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids
Jade Mountain
SpaDiving

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Jade Mountain

  • Open-wall infinity pool sanctuaries
  • Piton mountain views
  • Organic chocolate lab
  • Scuba & snorkel included

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 — Jade Mountain

  • Extraordinary Piton and Caribbean Sea views from open-wall sanctuaries.
  • One of the strongest romance and honeymoon products in the Caribbean.
  • Signature private infinity-pool sanctuaries.
  • High-service boutique scale with only 29 sanctuaries.
  • Access to Anse Chastanet beach, non-motorized water sports, estate walks, and resort activities.

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 — Jade Mountain

  • Very expensive compared with most Caribbean resorts.
  • Not directly beachfront in the conventional sense.
  • Open-air design means no air conditioning, TVs, radios, or phones in the standard room concept.
  • Limited nightlife and not a good fit for guests seeking a busy party resort.
  • The road and hillside setting may not suit travelers who want easy flat walking.
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