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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsRoyal Mansour Marrakech

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Royal Mansour Marrakech
Royal Mansour Marrakech
Marrakech, Morocco
Five-Star·4.6
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
Iberostar Selection AntheliaRoyal Mansour Marrakech

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
9.5
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.6 (2,369)
$300-500
Price / Night
$800+
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Inland
Grand
Resort Size
Boutique
13 min
Airport Transfer
10 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
8.8
Food
9.1
9.1
Service
9.7
8.2
Rooms
9.8
8.9
Pools
8.2
Luxury
9.9
8.0
Value
9.0
Family
8.1
Romance
7.2
Nightlife
7.6
Quiet
8.0
Adventure
8.7
Wellness
9.7
7.1
Remote work

Vibes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
QuietRomance
Royal Mansour Marrakech
RomanceAdventureQuiet

Activities

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids
Royal Mansour Marrakech
Spa

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Royal Mansour Marrakech

  • Private riads with plunge pools
  • 3-story luxury medina villas
  • Moroccan hammam & spa
  • Acclaimed La Grande Table restaurant

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 — Royal Mansour Marrakech

  • One of the strongest luxury-service reputations in Morocco.
  • Private riad structure creates exceptional privacy compared with normal hotels.
  • Outstanding spa and Moroccan craftsmanship.
  • Strong location for Marrakech sightseeing while still feeling enclosed and private.

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 — Royal Mansour Marrakech

  • Not beachfront and not all-inclusive.
  • Very high nightly rates.
  • Travelers wanting a traditional resort campus with beach and activities should choose elsewhere.
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