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Iberostar Selection AntheliavsZafiro Palace Alcudia

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Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Five-Star·4.8
Zafiro Palace Alcudia
Five-Star·4.6

Scores at a Glance

Iberostar Selection AntheliaZafiro Palace Alcudia
Overall
8.8
8.7
Beach
8.4
8.2
Food
8.8
8.7
Service
9.1
8.6
Rooms
8.2
8.8
Luxury
8.2
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Value
8.0
7.8
Romance
8.1
7.6
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

8.8
Overall Score
8.7
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (4,691)
Google Rating
4.6 (1,342)
From $142
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
13 min
Airport Transfer
55 min

All Scores

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

Vibes

Yes
Quiet
Yes
Yes
Romance
Yes

Activities

Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Golf
Yes
Kids
Yes

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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

Zafiro Palace Alcudia

  • 5 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • Swim-up suites
  • 55 min from PMI

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 · Zafiro Palace Alcudia

  • Excellent pool depth for families.
  • Strong food reputation for a European all-inclusive option.
  • Walkable Port d'Alcúdia setting.
  • Swim-up and penthouse-style suite options.

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 · Zafiro Palace Alcudia

  • All-inclusive is optional and rate-plan specific.
  • Not directly beachfront.
  • Quiet adult areas can be limited in school-holiday periods.
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