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Iberostar Selection Anthelia
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Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
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Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star
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★ 4.8
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Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
Cap Cana, Dominican Republic
Five-Star
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★ 4.5
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Adults Only
Overall
Beach
Food
Service
Rooms
Luxury
Value
Romance
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
Quick Stats
8.8
Overall Score
8.6
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.5 (2,958)
$300-500
Price / Night
$500-800
No
Adults Only
Yes
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
13 min
Airport Transfer
15 min
All Scores
8.4
Beach
7.6
8.8
Food
8.4
9.1
Service
8.9
8.2
Rooms
8.6
8.9
Pools
8.8
8.2
Luxury
8.7
8.0
Value
7.7
9.0
Family
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8.1
Romance
8.8
7.2
Nightlife
6.7
7.6
Quiet
8.0
8.0
Adventure
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8.7
Wellness
8.0
7.1
Remote work
7.8
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Accessibility
8.0
Vibes
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Quiet
Romance
Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
Romance
Quiet
Activities
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Spa
Water sports
Golf
Kids
Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
Spa
Golf
Water sports
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Year-round Canary Islands climate
Oceanfront with heated pools
Star Prestige premium tier
Spanish and international cuisine
Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
Adults-only all-inclusive
6 pools
5 restaurants & bars
Full-service spa
Butler service
Swim-up suites
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 — Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
Distinctive Spanish-colonial and castle-style architecture gives the resort a strong sense of place.
Service is one of the strongest recurring positives across TripAdvisor, Booking.com, Expedia, and recent travel reviews.
Six pools, a spa, fitness options, activities, and multiple dining venues create a complete adults-only resort experience.
Very convenient for Punta Cana International Airport.
Strong fit for couples, honeymoons, anniversaries, and destination weddings.
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 — Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort
Beach conditions are less consistently praised than the resort grounds, pools, service, and food.
Some guests report restaurant-access friction, limited evening buffet options, or inconsistent specialty dining.
Nightlife is present but not a major strength for travelers seeking a lively all-night scene.
Value can vary significantly by rate; Marriott points redemptions may not always be efficient.
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