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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsWaves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Four-Star·4.4
OverallBeachFoodServiceRoomsLuxuryValueRomance
Iberostar Selection AntheliaWaves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
8.4
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.8 (4,623)
Google Rating
4.4 (528)
$300-500
Price / Night
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
13 min
Airport Transfer
30 min

All Scores

8.4
Beach
8.6
8.8
Food
8.1
9.1
Service
8.3
8.2
Rooms
8.0
8.9
Pools
7.6
8.2
Luxury
8.0
Value
8.2
9.0
Family
7.6
8.1
Romance
8.5
7.2
Nightlife
7.6
Quiet
8.6
8.0
Adventure
8.7
Wellness
9.0
7.1
Remote work
7.2

Vibes

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QuietRomance
Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
RomanceQuiet

Activities

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SpaWater sportsGolfKids
Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

  • 2 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 30 min from BGI

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 — Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

  • Excellent wellness focus.
  • Calm west-coast beachfront setting.
  • Small, relaxed resort feel.

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 — Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

  • Limited dining variety.
  • Some room locations are less desirable.
  • Not a nightlife or family-activity-heavy resort.
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