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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsMIA Reef Isla Mujeres

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
Four-Star·4.6
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
Iberostar Selection AntheliaMIA Reef Isla Mujeres

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
7.8
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.6 (8,330)
$300-500
Price / Night
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
13 min
Airport Transfer
75 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
9.2
8.8
Food
6.9
9.1
Service
7.8
8.2
Rooms
7.1
8.9
Pools
8.2
Luxury
8.0
Value
7.0
9.0
Family
8.1
8.1
Romance
7.2
Nightlife
7.6
Quiet
7.2
8.0
Adventure
8.7
Wellness
7.1
Remote work

Vibes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
QuietRomance
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
Quiet

Activities

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
SpaWater sportsKids

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

MIA Reef Isla Mujeres

  • 1 pools
  • 2 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 75 min from CUN

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 — MIA Reef Isla Mujeres

  • Exceptional Playa Norte and private-islet location.
  • Calm, clear, highly swimmable water compared with many Cancun-area beaches.
  • Strong snorkeling and scenery directly from the resort area.
  • Walkable access to Isla Mujeres town, restaurants and bars.
  • Good family fit for travelers prioritizing shallow water and beach access.

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 — MIA Reef Isla Mujeres

  • Food feedback is mixed and often weaker than the location feedback.
  • Rooms and facilities are described as older or tired in some recent guest reviews.
  • Value can feel questionable when rates are high because guests compare it with newer or more polished Cancun-area all-inclusives.
  • Day-pass traffic, music and beach crowding can reduce the secluded feel at times.
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