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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsLUX* Belle Mare

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
LUX* Belle Mare
LUX* Belle Mare
Belle Mare, Mauritius
Five-Star·4.7
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
Iberostar Selection AntheliaLUX* Belle Mare

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
9.1
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.7 (2,282)
$300-500
Price / Night
$500-800
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Grand
Resort Size
Grand
13 min
Airport Transfer
60 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
9.1
8.8
Food
9.0
9.1
Service
9.2
8.2
Rooms
8.9
Pools
8.2
Luxury
8.0
Value
9.0
Family
8.8
8.1
Romance
7.2
Nightlife
7.6
Quiet
8.0
Adventure
8.7
Wellness
7.1
Remote work
8.0

Vibes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
QuietRomance
LUX* Belle Mare
QuietRomanceLively

Activities

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids
LUX* Belle Mare
SpaWater sportsNightlifeKids

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

LUX* Belle Mare

  • Playful luxury on east coast
  • LUX* Me Spa wellness
  • Beach cinema under the stars
  • Street food pop-up dining

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 — LUX* Belle Mare

  • Excellent beachfront location on Belle Mare.
  • Strong recurring guest sentiment for staff warmth, service and food.
  • Good family and couples balance without feeling like a pure family resort.
  • Wi-Fi evidence is stronger than free-Wi-Fi-only because Expedia states in-room Wi-Fi speed of 25+ Mbps.

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 — LUX* Belle Mare

  • East-coast seaweed or wind can affect some beach days seasonally.
  • Dining costs can be high without the right package.
  • Travelers seeking a lively town setting should look elsewhere.
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