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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsShangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
Boracay, Philippines
Five-Star·4.7
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Iberostar Selection AntheliaShangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
9.3
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.7 (3,151)
$300-500
Price / Night
$500-800
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Grand
Resort Size
Grand
13 min
Airport Transfer
30 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
9.4
8.8
Food
9.0
9.1
Service
9.4
8.2
Rooms
9.2
8.9
Pools
9.0
8.2
Luxury
9.4
8.0
Value
7.6
9.0
Family
9.1
8.1
Romance
9.2
7.2
Nightlife
7.2
7.6
Quiet
9.1
8.0
Adventure
8.8
8.7
Wellness
9.3
7.1
Remote work
8.2

Vibes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
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Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
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Activities

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
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Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa

  • Private 350m white sand beach
  • CHI The Spa
  • Zipline and island hopping
  • Solenne restaurant fine dining

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 — Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa

  • Two secluded beaches and a quieter northern Boracay setting.
  • One of the strongest luxury resort products on Boracay.
  • Excellent service and arrival transfer experience.
  • Strong family facilities including Adventure Zone and family-friendly packages.
  • Large spa village and strong wellness setting.

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 — Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa

  • Expensive compared with most Boracay resorts.
  • Not walkable to central Boracay nightlife or D'Mall.
  • Some guests may find the resort too removed from White Beach action.
  • Pool count is less of a megaresort-style feature than the beaches, villas, and service.
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