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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsParadisus Gran Canaria

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Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Paradisus Gran Canaria
Five-Star·4.7

Scores at a Glance

Iberostar Selection AntheliaParadisus Gran Canaria
Overall
8.8
8.8
Beach
8.4
8.5
Food
8.8
8.8
Service
9.1
8.7
Rooms
8.2
8.8
Luxury
8.2
8.8
Value
8.0
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Romance
8.1
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,691)
Google Rating
4.7 (1,746)
From $142
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
13 min
Airport Transfer

All Scores

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

Vibes

Yes
Quiet
Yes
Romance

Activities

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

Paradisus Gran Canaria

  • 3 pools
  • 8 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa

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 · Paradisus Gran Canaria

  • Beachfront all-inclusive in Spain.
  • Strong food quality and restaurant range.
  • Fresh renovated room product.
  • Good fit for families and couples.

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 · Paradisus Gran Canaria

  • Restaurant reservations can be frustrating.
  • The Reserve benefits matter, so standard rooms may feel less premium.
  • Atlantic surf can make swimming variable.
  • Not an adults-only resort unless booking The Reserve experience.
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