Iberostar Selection Anthelia
8.8 / 10
Palmprint
Our resort score · out of 10
Strongest on service and pools & spa
Iberostar Selection Anthelia at a glance
- Location
- Costa Adeje
- Guests
- All ages welcome
- The plan
- All-inclusive
- Setting
- On the beachfront
- Guest rating
- 4.8 / 5 on Google4,991 reviews
- Pools
- 3 pools
- Airport transfer
- TFSAbout 13 minutes
- Dining
- 5 restaurants
- Drinks
- 3 bars
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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights
Checked Sep 14, 2026 to Oct 12, 2026 · Sample details
Dates shown are check-in dates. 2 of 2 rooms across 4 of 4 planned stay dates. Missing prices are not estimates.
Each price is a sampled rate, not a live quote. Select a room name above for its details.
- Jan 10, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 14, 2026
- Jan 10, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 14, 2026
- Apr 11, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 14, 2026
- Apr 11, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 14, 2026
- Jul 11, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 14, 2026
- Jul 11, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 14, 2026
- Oct 10, 2027, room 1: checked Oct 12, 2026
- Oct 10, 2027, room 2: checked Oct 12, 2026
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Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Things to know
before you go
Iberostar Selection Anthelia is a long-established five-star Costa Adeje resort with a strong repeat-guest profile, especially for families and couples who want a polished beachfront base.
The hotel is directly by Fañabé Beach and the Costa Adeje promenade, so it works well for travelers who want restaurants, bars, shopping, and beach walks outside the resort.
All-inclusive is available, but some specialty restaurants and premium dining experiences are not included in every board type.
The strongest evidence-backed advantages are service, cleanliness, food, pools, family facilities, and location.
Rooms are generally praised for comfort and cleanliness, but some recent guests describe parts of the room product or decor as dated.
Hidden tips
Compare the room and board plan:selected categories include one à la carte meal for 4–6 nights or two for 7+ nights. Poseidón, Sea Soul and Portofino require hotel reservations.
Families should prioritize Star Camp and the children's pool area when comparing Tenerife resorts.
Couples who want a calmer stay should consider upgraded sea-view categories or the nearby JOIA Salomé by Iberostar if adults-only exclusivity matters.
Use the beachfront promenade for easy walks toward Playa del Duque, Fañabé, Puerto Colón, and La Caleta.
Things guests wish they had known
This is one of the stronger family-friendly all-inclusive-style options in Costa Adeje, but it is not adults-only or boutique.
The hotel is best chosen for location, service, food, pools, and easy promenade access rather than cutting-edge room design.
Some restaurants are outside standard board arrangements, so travelers should verify exactly what their plan includes.
The resort is close to shops, bars, restaurants, and beaches, making it more walkable than many resort-focused Tenerife options.
Strengths from our research
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.
Other considerations from our research
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.
What guests say
Most loved
- Friendly and professional staff
- Beachfront Costa Adeje location
- Food quality and buffet variety
- Cleanliness and well-maintained grounds
- Pools and family facilities
- Repeat-guest reliability
Most complained about
- Some dated room decor
- Occasional housekeeping inconsistency
- Pool temperature or pool-heating expectations
- Specialty restaurant inclusion and reservation clarity
- Large family-resort atmosphere
From Reddit
Direct Reddit evidence for this specific hotel is limited; broader Tenerife discussion is generally positive toward Iberostar family resorts, while richer community-style feedback came from travel forums and Mumsnet rather than Reddit.
What’s included
Included
- Wi-FiIncluded
- Kids' clubIncluded
Star Camp: Monkey 4–7, Dolphin 8–12, Eagle 13–17. Children under 4 must be supervised by a parent or legal guardian during activities.
Not included
- Room serviceCosts extra
Room service carries an additional charge, per the official service table and current room descriptions; current service hours are unverified.
- In-room minibarCosts extra
The current official room amenities mark the minibar as subject to charge; no new included-minibar promise is inferred from the optional all-inclusive board.
- Airport transfersCosts extra
No transfer is included in the room rate; guests take a taxi or book a paid private transfer for the roughly 15 minute drive from Tenerife South, and the hotel's own return airport shuttle is available only at a surcharge.
Included with limits
- Premium & à la carte diningPartly included
Optional all-inclusive covers Zeus buffet meals, snacks and selected drinks. Poseidón, Sea Soul and Portofino require reservations and are not universally included. Selected room categories offer one à la carte meal for 4–6 nights or two for 7+ nights; confirm the booked room and package.
- Top-shelf liquorPartly included
AI includes a large selection of national drinks; premium imports extra
- Spa treatmentsPartly included
One spa-circuit access pass per person on AI stays of 7+ nights; treatments extra
Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this
More resort facts
- Rooms and suites
- 367
- Pools
- 6
- Value
- 8.0 out of 10
- Service
- 9.1 out of 10
- Beach
- 8.4 out of 10
- Dining
- 8.8 out of 10
- Rooms
- 8.2 out of 10
- Pools & Spa
- 8.9 out of 10
Confidence is high across the board except romance, adventure, quiet, nightlife and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Score breakdown, research & sources
How we scored Iberostar Selection Anthelia
14 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jun 27, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 8 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except romance, adventure, quiet, nightlife and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value8.0High confidence
- Food Value
- 8.6
- Room Value
- 7.6
- Service Value
- 8.7
- Location Value
- 8.8
- All Inclusive Value
- 8.0
- Pricing Expectation
- 7.1
Service9.1Very High confidence
- Housekeeping
- 8.4
- Responsiveness
- 8.8
- Professionalism
- 9.1
- Restaurant Service
- 9.0
- Staff Friendliness
- 9.4
Beach8.4High confidence
- Crowding
- 7.4
- Swimmability
- 8.2
- Direct Access
- 9.2
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.4
- Sand And Setting
- 8.2
- Walkable Promenade
- 9.0
Dining8.8High confidence
- Variety
- 9.0
- Buffet Quality
- 9.0
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.9
- Restaurant Depth
- 8.7
- Inclusion Clarity
- 7.6
Rooms8.2High confidence
- Space
- 8.6
- Views
- 8.2
- Comfort
- 8.5
- Cleanliness
- 8.9
- Decor Modernity
- 7.2
- Housekeeping Consistency
- 8.0
Pools & Spa8.9High confidence
- Setting
- 9.0
- Pool Variety
- 9.2
- Children Pools
- 9.1
- Seating Availability
- 8.6
- Heated Pool Sentiment
- 8.2
Family9.0High confidence
- Kids Club
- 9.0
- Walkability
- 9.0
- Children Pools
- 9.2
- Room Flexibility
- 8.2
- Family Atmosphere
- 9.0
- Food For Families
- 8.8
Wellness8.7High confidence
- Spa
- 8.8
- Sports
- 8.4
- Fitness
- 8.5
- Hydrotherapy
- 8.6
- Yoga And Pilates
- 8.7
- Relaxation Setting
- 8.6
Luxury8.2High confidence
- Spa
- 8.7
- Food
- 8.8
- Grounds
- 8.7
- Overall Finish
- 8.0
- Room Modernity
- 7.2
- Service Polish
- 9.0
Romance8.1Medium confidence
- Spa
- 8.7
- Dining
- 8.6
- Room Romance
- 7.8
- Walkable Evenings
- 8.4
- Beachfront Setting
- 8.5
- Family Resort Caveat
- 6.8
Adventure8.0Medium confidence
- Water Sports
- 8.0
- Promenade Access
- 8.5
- Nearby Excursions
- 8.0
- Sports Facilities
- 8.4
- Resort Activity Depth
- 7.8
Quiet7.6Medium confidence
- Grounds
- 8.6
- Pool Crowding
- 7.2
- Relaxed Atmosphere
- 8.2
- Family Activity Level
- 7.0
- Central Location Noise Risk
- 7.2
Nightlife7.2Medium confidence
- Walkable Bars
- 7.8
- Hotel Entertainment
- 7.4
- Adult Nightlife Depth
- 6.6
- Family Resort Evening Style
- 6.8
Remote work7.1Medium confidence
- Wifi
- 8.0
- Quiet
- 7.2
- Business Facilities
- 6.4
- Walkable Break Options
- 8.5
- Room Workspace Evidence
- 6.6
What it does best
- 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.
Where it costs you
- 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.
Room intelligence
- Best Views
- Sea View Suite and higher-floor ocean-facing categoriesIndependent and official sources emphasize Atlantic views from upgraded room categories.
- Rooms To Avoid
- Standard rooms if highly sensitive to dated decorRecent guest summaries repeatedly describe rooms as spacious and clean, while also noting some dated decor or areas that could benefit from refurbishment.
- Best Value Room
- Double or Double Side Sea View categoriesThese categories preserve access to the resort's main strengths—location, pools, food, service, and beach access—without the highest suite pricing.
- Best Room Category
- Sea View Suite or Priority Location Sea View categoriesOfficial and event-source room descriptions support ocean-view and priority-location categories as the strongest room-positioning choices.
Everything we read on Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Restaurants & bars
Palmprint food score 8.8 / 10
- Places to eat
- 5
- A la carte
- 4
- Buffets
- 1
- Bars and lounges
- 3
Portofino
Italian
Not universally included. Restaurant cards say excluded from board packages, while selected room offers advertise a limited meal allowance. Confirm the booked room and package; exact charges remain unverified.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
More about Portofino
- Service
- A la carte
Poseidón
Gourmet restaurant using locally sourced ingredients.
Not universally included. Restaurant cards say excluded from board packages, while selected room offers advertise a limited meal allowance. Confirm the booked room and package; exact charges remain unverified.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
More about Poseidón
- Service
- A la carte
Sea Soul
Seafront restaurant and lounge.
Not universally included. Restaurant cards say excluded from board packages, while selected room offers advertise a limited meal allowance. Confirm the booked room and package; exact charges remain unverified.
Plan inclusion not confirmed
More about Sea Soul
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
- Service
- A la carte
Zeus
Buffet with live cooking and international dishes.
Included on the optional All Inclusive board; other room-only or board plans differ.
Included in the plan
More about Zeus
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Service
- Buffet
All-inclusive covers Zeus buffet meals, snack-bar offerings and selected drinks. Poseidón, Sea Soul and Portofino à la carte dining require hotel reservations and are not universally included in the base board package. Selected room categories advertise one included à la carte meal for 4–6 nights and two for 7 nights or more; confirm the allowance attached to the booked room and package. Confirmed meal and cuisine descriptions now accompany the saved booking and package caveats. The selected-room limited à la carte allowance is retained; restaurant-card exclusions are not turned into a universal inclusion or universal extra charge.
Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.
Do you need dinner reservations at Iberostar Selection Anthelia?
Zeus: Walk-in; no reservations required. Included on the optional All Inclusive board; other room-only or board plans differ. Poseidón: Reservations required. Not universally included. Restaurant cards say excluded from board packages, while selected room offers advertise a limited meal allowance. Confirm the booked room and package; exact charges remain unverified. Sea Soul: Reservations required. Not universally included. Restaurant cards say excluded from board packages, while selected room offers advertise a limited meal allowance. Confirm the booked room and package; exact charges remain unverified. Portofino: Reservations required. Not universally included. Restaurant cards say excluded from board packages, while selected room offers advertise a limited meal allowance. Confirm the booked room and package; exact charges remain unverified. All-inclusive covers Zeus buffet meals, snack-bar offerings and selected drinks. Poseidón, Sea Soul and Portofino à la carte dining require hotel reservations and are not universally included in the base board package. Selected room categories advertise one included à la carte meal for 4–6 nights and two for 7 nights or more; confirm the allowance attached to the booked room and package. Confirmed meal and cuisine descriptions now accompany the saved booking and package caveats. The selected-room limited à la carte allowance is retained; restaurant-card exclusions are not turned into a universal inclusion or universal extra charge.
Rooms & suites
The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden View DoubleBack to sampled prices | Capacity unverified | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| Shared double terraceBack to sampled prices | Capacity unverified | Not published | Not published | Not published |
More room options (6)
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Double Room Garden ViewRoom details for Double Room Garden View2 adults + 1 child; king-size bed; balcony or terrace | Sleeps 3 | 258 ft²24 m² | 1 bedroom | garden |
Double Room Side Sea ViewRoom details for Double Room Side Sea View2 adults + 1 child | Sleeps 3 | 258 ft²24 m² | 1 bedroom | side sea |
Superior Double Priority LocationRoom details for Superior Double Priority LocationSeating area with coffee table | Capacity unverified | 377 ft²35 m² | 1 bedroom | ocean |
Suite Sea ViewRoom details for Suite Sea ViewLiving room with sofa bed; bathroom with Jacuzzi; 15 units | Capacity unverified | 753 ft²70 m² | 1 bedroom | sea |
Duplex SuiteRoom details for Duplex SuiteSplit across two floors; living room with sofa bed and whirlpool bath | Capacity unverified | 797 ft²74 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
Family RoomRoom details for Family RoomTwo double rooms joined by connecting door; 142 units | Sleeps 6 | Not published | 2 bedrooms | sea2 connecting rooms |
Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.
Pools and the beach
Pools & waterplay
With waterslides
One saltwater and two freshwater pools plus children's pools with slides and pirate ship
The beach itself
Beachfront between Playa de Fanabe and Playa del Duque - Blue Flag, breakwater-protected calm bathing, lifeguards, dark golden sand (local beach guides); Canaries outside sargassum belt
- Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Families & group stays
Bringing the kids to Iberostar Selection Anthelia
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Program ages 4–12
- Monkey
- Ages 4–7
- Dolphin
- Ages 8–12
- Eagle
- Ages 13–17
- Supervision & drop-off
- Confirm rules and current hours before booking
- Teen club
- Dedicated teen program
- Rooms that fit a family
- Family Room
- Dinner reservations
- Needed at some restaurants
- Does Iberostar Selection Anthelia have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. Iberostar Selection Anthelia lists a kids' club for ages 4–12. Activities for children under 4 require a parent or legal guardian; this is not unattended infant childcare. Staffed schedules and toilet-training rules are unverified. Confirm supervision, drop-off rules and current hours before booking.
- Is the beach at Iberostar Selection Anthelia good for young children?
- The water in front is typically calm.
Taking a group
8 meeting rooms (Anthelia Hall 550 theatre-style); gardens and pool banquets up to 700; dedicated M&I team; evening shows and live music, no nightclub
- Private dining & events
- Bookable
- Connecting rooms
- Available
- Group rates
- Negotiable on a block
- Nightlife
- Low-key, quiet by late evening
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When to go
Best months: Year-round
Real seasons here: highs run from 70°F in January to 84°F in July, and the wet months run Oct to Mar.
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 70°F21°C | 72°F22°C | 72°F22°C | 73°F23°C | 75°F24°C | 79°F26°C | 84°F29°C | 84°F29°C | 82°F28°C | 79°F26°C | 75°F24°C | 72°F22°C |
| Rain days | 4 days | 3 days | 3 days | 2 days | 1 day | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 1 day | 4 days | 5 days | 5 days |
| Verdict | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best |
Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.
Getting to Iberostar Selection Anthelia
- Nearest airport
- TFS · Tenerife South Airport
- Approximate transfer
- 13 minutes
- Transportation
- The resort lists transfers at extra cost. Your package may differ.
Your own driver. Possibly a lower price.
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Destination essentials & trip planning
C. Londres, 15, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain · +34 922 71 33 35
Spain
- Language
- Spanish (English at resorts)
- Currency
- Euro
- Power
- 230V, European Type C/F plugs
- Driving
- On the right
- Main airports
- Tenerife (TFS), Málaga (AGP)
- Flight time
- ~7–9h from the US East Coast
Who it suits
Three of the 14 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Iberostar Selection Anthelia; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
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An eSIM for the flight and the beach; Wi-Fi is included on the resort but stops at the gate.
Get an eSIM (opens in a new tab)Our full take on Iberostar Selection Anthelia
Tenerife's trump card is weather, and Anthelia plays it, a year-round climate, oceanfront setting, and heated pools for the cooler months. Upgrade to the Star Prestige tier for a quieter adults' section. A dependable, sunny Canaries pick that works in any season, even mid-winter.
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