Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain · All ages · 5-star

Iberostar Selection Anthelia

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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 Google4,891 reviews
Photos
Palmprint
8.8 / 10
Pools
3 pools
Airport transfer
TFSAbout 13 minutes
Dining
5 restaurants
Drinks
3 bars

About 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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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights

Garden View Double: $666
Shared double terrace: $720
Garden View Double: $600
Shared double terrace: $647
Garden View Double: $653
Shared double terrace: $705
Garden View Double: $614
Shared double terrace: $670
Checked Sep 14, 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.

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Iberostar Selection Anthelia

Things to know
before you go

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. All-inclusive is available, but some specialty restaurants and premium dining experiences are not included in every board type.

  4. The strongest evidence-backed advantages are service, cleanliness, food, pools, family facilities, and location.

  5. Rooms are generally praised for comfort and cleanliness, but some recent guests describe parts of the room product or decor as dated.

  6. Hidden tips

    Compare board plans carefully; all-inclusive can be valuable here, but several à la carte venues require reservations and may not be included in every package.

  7. Families should prioritize Star Camp and the children's pool area when comparing Tenerife resorts.

  8. Couples who want a calmer stay should consider upgraded sea-view categories or the nearby JOIA Salomé by Iberostar if adults-only exclusivity matters.

  9. Use the beachfront promenade for easy walks toward Playa del Duque, Fañabé, Puerto Colón, and La Caleta.

  10. 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.

  11. The hotel is best chosen for location, service, food, pools, and easy promenade access rather than cutting-edge room design.

  12. Some restaurants are outside standard board arrangements, so travelers should verify exactly what their plan includes.

  13. The resort is close to shops, bars, restaurants, and beaches, making it more walkable than many resort-focused Tenerife options.

  14. Strengths from our research

    Excellent beachfront Costa Adeje location with direct access to Fañabé Beach and the promenade.

  15. Very strong guest sentiment for staff, service, cleanliness, and food.

  16. Extensive pool setup, including saltwater, freshwater, and children's pools with slides and pirate-ship features.

  17. Strong family programming through Star Camp and child-friendly facilities.

  18. Spa, hydrotherapy, fitness, tennis, paddle tennis, yoga, Pilates, and nearby golf support a strong wellness and activity profile.

  19. Other considerations from our research

    Some rooms and decor can feel dated compared with newer five-star Tenerife resorts.

  20. This is a large, family-friendly resort, so it may not suit travelers seeking an adults-only or boutique atmosphere.

  21. Several specialty restaurants are not included in all board types, so inclusions can be confusing without checking the booked plan.

  22. 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), Delphin (8-12), Eagle (12-17)

Not included

  • 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

    All-inclusive is optional (B&B/half-board also sold); AI covers buffet meals, snacks at three snack bars and ice cream

  • 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

The Palmprint

8.8 / 10How we score
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
The Palmprint file

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.

ihg · cvent · hotels · reddit · booking · expedia · mumsnet · official · ihg_dining · tripadvisor · google_hotels · ihg_amenities · booking_reviews · the_times_review · coordinates_reference · the_times_costa_adeje · the_times_family_hotels
8.8

The six that set the score

Value8.0
Service9.1
Beach8.4
Dining8.8
Rooms8.2
Pools & Spa8.9

And 8 more we track

Family9.0
Wellness8.7
Luxury8.2
Romance8.1
Adventure8.0
Quiet7.6
Nightlife7.2
Remote work7.1

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
Method: Guest value sentiment and all inclusive option analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Booking.com · Expedia · Hotels.com · The Times Costa Adeje6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Service9.1Very High confidence
Housekeeping
8.4
Responsiveness
8.8
Professionalism
9.1
Restaurant Service
9.0
Staff Friendliness
9.4
Method: Multi platform guest consensus and verified review platform scoresTripAdvisor · Expedia · Booking.com · Hotels.com · Google Hotels · Official6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
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
Method: Official beachfront access and guest location sentiment weighted against public beach contextOfficial · TripAdvisor · Booking.com · Expedia · Hotels.com · The Times Costa Adeje6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Dining8.8High confidence
Variety
9.0
Buffet Quality
9.0
Guest Sentiment
8.9
Restaurant Depth
8.7
Inclusion Clarity
7.6
Method: Official dining depth and multi platform guest sentimentOfficial · IHG Dining · TripAdvisor · Booking.com · Expedia · Hotels.com · The Times Review6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Rooms8.2High confidence
Space
8.6
Views
8.2
Comfort
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Decor Modernity
7.2
Housekeeping Consistency
8.0
Method: Official room features and guest consensus balanced against dated decor mentionsOfficial · Expedia · TripAdvisor · Booking.com · Hotels.com · The Times Review6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Pools & Spa8.9High confidence
Setting
9.0
Pool Variety
9.2
Children Pools
9.1
Seating Availability
8.6
Heated Pool Sentiment
8.2
Method: Official pool depth and guest sentiment analysisOfficial · Expedia · Hotels.com · TripAdvisor · The Times Costa Adeje · The Times Review6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
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
Method: Official family facilities star camp children pools and family hotel editorial consensusOfficial · IHG · TripAdvisor · Booking.com · The Times Family Hotels · The Times Costa Adeje · Mumsnet6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Wellness8.7High confidence
Spa
8.8
Sports
8.4
Fitness
8.5
Hydrotherapy
8.6
Yoga And Pilates
8.7
Relaxation Setting
8.6
Method: Official spa fitness yoga pilates hydrotherapy and guest amenity sentimentOfficial · IHG Amenities · Expedia · Hotels.com · TripAdvisor · The Times Costa Adeje6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Luxury8.2High confidence
Spa
8.7
Food
8.8
Grounds
8.7
Overall Finish
8.0
Room Modernity
7.2
Service Polish
9.0
Method: Five star positioning service food spa and room product analysisOfficial · IHG · TripAdvisor · Expedia · Booking.com · The Times Review · The Times Costa Adeje6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
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
Method: Beachfront setting spa dining and couples suitability analysis with family resort caveatOfficial · TripAdvisor · Expedia · The Times Costa Adeje · The Times Review6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Adventure8.0Medium confidence
Water Sports
8.0
Promenade Access
8.5
Nearby Excursions
8.0
Sports Facilities
8.4
Resort Activity Depth
7.8
Method: Official water sports fitness courts nearby golf and tenerife excursion accessOfficial · Expedia · The Times Review · The Times Costa Adeje · Hotels.com6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
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
Method: Guest sentiment on relaxed atmosphere balanced against large family resort and central promenade locationTripAdvisor · Booking.com · Hotels.com · The Times Review · Mumsnet6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Nightlife7.2Medium confidence
Walkable Bars
7.8
Hotel Entertainment
7.4
Adult Nightlife Depth
6.6
Family Resort Evening Style
6.8
Method: Official evening entertainment and costa adeje walkable promenade contextOfficial · TripAdvisor · The Times Review · Hotels.com6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026
Remote work7.1Medium confidence
Wifi
8.0
Quiet
7.2
Business Facilities
6.4
Walkable Break Options
8.5
Room Workspace Evidence
6.6
Method: Free wifi room balcony and walkable setting evidence with limited workspace specific reviewsOfficial · IHG · Expedia · Hotels.com6,652 reviews readVerified Jun 27, 2026

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.

Restaurants & bars

Palmprint food score 8.8 / 10

Places to eat
5
A la carte
4
Buffets
1
Bars and lounges
3

Some restaurants take reservations; the rest are walk-in.

Zeus buffet plus four a la carte options; three additional snack bars under AI

Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.

Rooms & suites

The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.

Room categories at Iberostar Selection Anthelia: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
SuiteOccupancySizeBedroomsAspect
Garden View DoubleBack to sampled pricesNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Shared double terraceBack to sampled pricesNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot published
More room options (6)
Room categories at Iberostar Selection Anthelia: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
SuiteOccupancySizeBedroomsAspect
Double Room Garden ViewSleeps 3258 ft²24 m²1 bedroomgarden
Double Room Side Sea ViewSleeps 3258 ft²24 m²1 bedroomside sea
Superior Double Priority LocationNot published377 ft²35 m²1 bedroomocean
Suite Sea ViewNot published753 ft²70 m²1 bedroomsea
Duplex SuiteNot published797 ft²74 m²1 bedroomNot published
Family RoomSleeps 6Not published2 bedroomsseaconnecting
Family fit6 in one key is possible in exactly one category, the Family Room · a party of 7 needs two · a true two-bedroom exists · connecting rooms are request-only

Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.

Pools and the beach

Pools & waterplay

3pools

With waterslides

One saltwater and two freshwater pools plus children's pools with slides and pirate ship

Pools 8.9

The beach itself

8.4beach score · high confidence

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
Pirate ship-themed children's pool with white slide and turtle sculpture at Iberostar Selection Anthelia.
For families

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
Supervised program
Teen club
Dedicated teen program
Rooms that fit a family
Family Room
Dinner reservations
Needed at some restaurants
Questions parents ask
Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Iberostar Selection Anthelia?
Yes. Iberostar Selection Anthelia has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Family Room. The largest stated occupancy is 6. Occupancy rules count most children (and sometimes infants) toward the limit, so confirm your exact ages with the resort when you book.
Does Iberostar Selection Anthelia have a kids' club, and from what age?
Yes. Iberostar Selection Anthelia runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
Group travel

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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Weather guide

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.

  • Jan

    Best70°F / 21°C4 rain days
  • Feb

    Best72°F / 22°C3 rain days
  • Mar

    Best72°F / 22°C3 rain days
  • Apr

    Best73°F / 23°C2 rain days
  • May

    Best75°F / 24°C1 rain days
  • Jun

    Best79°F / 26°C0 rain days
  • Jul

    Best84°F / 29°C0 rain days
  • Aug

    Best84°F / 29°C0 rain days
  • Sep

    Best82°F / 28°C1 rain days
  • Oct

    Best79°F / 26°C4 rain days
  • Nov

    Best75°F / 24°C5 rain days
  • Dec

    Best72°F / 22°C5 rain days

Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.

Monthly climate data
Iberostar Selection Anthelia by month · average high, rain days and our verdict
MeasureJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Rain days4 days3 days3 days2 days1 day0 days0 days0 days1 day4 days5 days5 days
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Getting to Iberostar Selection Anthelia

Nearest airport
TFS · Tenerife South Airport
Approximate transfer
13 minutes
Transportation
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Destination essentials & trip planning

C. Londres, 15, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain · +34 922 71 33 35

Before you fly

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

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The vibe

Who it suits

Family9.0
Wellness8.7
Romance8.1

Three of the 14 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Iberostar Selection Anthelia; the full set is above.

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