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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsValamar Bellevue Resort

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Valamar Bellevue Resort
Valamar Bellevue Resort
Four-Star·4.7
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
Iberostar Selection AntheliaValamar Bellevue Resort

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
9.0
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.7 (2,881)
$300-500
Price / Night
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
13 min
Airport Transfer
44 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
8.7
8.8
Food
8.4
9.1
Service
8.8
8.2
Rooms
8.6
8.9
Pools
8.8
8.2
Luxury
8.0
Value
8.3
9.0
Family
9.2
8.1
Romance
7.2
Nightlife
7.6
Quiet
8.0
Adventure
8.7
Wellness
7.1
Remote work
7.8

Vibes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
QuietRomance
Valamar Bellevue Resort

Activities

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
SpaWater sportsGolfKids
Valamar Bellevue Resort
Water sportsKids

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Valamar Bellevue Resort

  • Swim-up suites
  • 44 min from PUY

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 — Valamar Bellevue Resort

  • Officially confirmed family resort with Maro kids programming
  • Strong review-platform scores and large Google review base
  • Blue Flag beach context, pools, tennis, swim-up rooms, pet-friendly selected rooms, and strong Wi-Fi evidence

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 — Valamar Bellevue Resort

  • Direct resort-specific Reddit evidence was limited
  • Pebble beach and lounger logistics may not satisfy every beach traveler
  • Family-centered atmosphere may not suit quiet adult escapes
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