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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsSandals Dunn's River

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Sandals Dunn's River
Sandals Dunn's River
Five-Star·4.8·Adults Only
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Iberostar Selection AntheliaSandals Dunn's River

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.8 (1,497)
$300-500
Price / Night
No
Adults Only
Yes
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
13 min
Airport Transfer
30 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
8.8
8.8
Food
8.7
9.1
Service
8.7
8.2
Rooms
9.0
8.9
Pools
9.1
8.2
Luxury
8.0
Value
7.9
9.0
Family
8.1
Romance
9.3
7.2
Nightlife
8.3
7.6
Quiet
8.0
Adventure
8.7
Wellness
7.1
Remote work
8.0

Vibes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
QuietRomance
Sandals Dunn's River
RomanceLively

Activities

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids
Sandals Dunn's River
SpaGolfWater sportsNightlife

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Sandals Dunn's River

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 5 pools
  • 12 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 — Sandals Dunn's River

  • Recently renovated and reopened Sandals resort.
  • Adults-only couples-focused setting.
  • Strong restaurant and bar inventory.
  • Excellent pool and room-category variety.
  • Access to nearby Sandals Ochi amenities.

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 — Sandals Dunn's River

  • Transfer from MBJ or KIN is much longer than from OCJ.
  • Some guest feedback reports crowding or noise in busier periods.
  • Food feedback is positive overall but more variable than official positioning suggests.
  • Premium suite categories are expensive.
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