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Iberostar Waves Founty Beach

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8.4 / 10

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

Strongest on service and value

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Iberostar Waves Founty Beach at a glance

Location
Agadir
Guests
All ages welcome
The plan
All-inclusive
Setting
Near the coast
Guest rating
4.7 / 5 on Google11,587 reviews
Pools
3 pools
Airport transfer
AGA
Dining
2 restaurants
Drinks
3 bars

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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights

Double: $248
Pool-View Family Room: $269
Double: $269
Pool-View Family Room: $288
Double: $461
Pool-View Family Room: $548
Double: $293
Pool-View Family Room: $343
Checked Sep 22, 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 22, 2026
  • Jan 10, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 22, 2026
  • Apr 11, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 22, 2026
  • Apr 11, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 22, 2026
  • Jul 11, 2027, room 1: checked Sep 22, 2026
  • Jul 11, 2027, room 2: checked Sep 22, 2026
  • Oct 10, 2027, room 1: checked Oct 12, 2026
  • Oct 10, 2027, room 2: checked Oct 12, 2026
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Iberostar Waves Founty Beach

Things to know
before you go

  1. Iberostar Waves Founty Beach is a strong mainstream Agadir all-inclusive for families and couples who want beach access, buffet variety, and reliable activities.

  2. It is not a quiet boutique choice; the best fit is travelers who value resort programming and beachfront convenience.

  3. Hidden tips

    Use the Moroccan restaurant and snack bar to break up buffet repetition during longer stays.

  4. Plan lounger timing during peak periods because cabana and sunbed competition appears in recurring guest feedback.

  5. Things guests wish they had known

    The hotel is beachfront, but much of the appeal is also the long Agadir promenade rather than a secluded resort beach.

  6. The all-inclusive bar service is evidenced around local brands, so premium-drink expectations should be checked.

  7. Strengths from our research

    Clear all-inclusive evidence

  8. Beachfront Agadir setting

  9. Star Camp ages 4-17

  10. Good value evidence

  11. Other considerations from our research

    Local-brand drink limitation

  12. Pool-count discrepancy needs review

  13. Sunbed competition risk

  14. Thin Reddit-specific coverage

What guests say

Most loved

  • Beachfront location on Agadir promenade
  • Friendly staff and animation team
  • Varied buffet and Moroccan dining
  • Family-friendly Star Camp and pools

Most complained about

  • Sunbed and cabana competition at busy times
  • Food quality can vary by expectation
  • Pool-count evidence differs between official and booking listings

From Reddit

Direct Reddit coverage for the specific hotel is thin; broader Agadir traveler discussion and review platforms carry most of the usable guest-consensus signal.

What’s included

Included

  • Premium & à la carte diningIncluded

    Official all-inclusive/IHG plan includes buffet meals and snack bar; Antares availability should be confirmed by stay length and schedule.

    Per the resort, not yet verified
  • Wi-FiIncluded

    Official/IHG amenity evidence lists free Wi-Fi.

  • Kids' clubIncluded

    Official Star Camp children and teen activity programme is part of the resort offer.

Not included

  • Spa treatmentsCosts extra

    Spa, hammam, massages and treatments are promoted but not evidenced as included.

  • Airport transfersCosts extra

    No transfer is included in the all-inclusive rate; airport transfers are only available at a surcharge, so guests arrange and pay for their own ride from Agadir Al Massira.

Included with limits

  • Top-shelf liquorPartly included

    IHG all-inclusive details specify bar service with local brands.

Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this

More resort facts
Rooms and suites
470

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

8.4 / 10How we score
Value
8.4 out of 10
Service
8.6 out of 10
Beach
8.2 out of 10
Dining
8.2 out of 10
Rooms
8.0 out of 10
Pools & Spa
8.4 out of 10

Confidence is high across the board except rooms, pools & spa, wellness, nightlife, quiet and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.

Score breakdown, research & sources
The Palmprint file

How we scored Iberostar Waves Founty Beach

11 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jul 16, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.

ihg · reddit · booking · expedia · mapcarta · official · ihg_dining · tripadvisor · travelweekly

The six that set the score

Value8.4
Service8.6
Beach8.2
Dining8.2
Rooms8.0
Pools & Spa8.4

And 5 more we track

Family8.5
Wellness7.8
Nightlife7.6
Quiet7.2
Remote work7.0

Confidence is high across the board except rooms, pools & spa, wellness, nightlife, quiet and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.

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Value8.4High confidence
Included Scope
8.3
Winter Sun Value
8.4
Guest Value Sentiment
8.5
Method: All inclusive price positioning and guest value analysisTripAdvisor · Expedia · The SunVerified Jul 16, 2026
Service8.6High confidence
Animation Team
8.6
Restaurant Service
8.1
Staff Friendliness
8.8
Method: Review platform service sentiment analysisTripAdvisor · Booking.com · ExpediaVerified Jul 16, 2026
Beach8.2High confidence
Crowding
7.6
Sand Quality
8.2
Swimmability
7.8
Direct Beach Access
8.7
Method: Beachfront location and guest sentiment analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Booking.comVerified Jul 16, 2026
Dining8.2High confidence
Snack Bar
8.0
Buffet Variety
8.3
Moroccan Restaurant
8.2
Local Drink Limitation
7.4
Method: Official dining scope and guest sentiment analysisOfficial · IHG · TripAdvisor · ExpediaVerified Jul 16, 2026
Rooms8.0Medium confidence
Space
8.1
Views
8.0
Condition
7.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Method: Room product and cleanliness sentiment analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · ExpediaVerified Jul 16, 2026
Pools & Spa8.4Medium confidence
Pool Count
8.2
Heated Pool
8.0
Family Pool Fit
8.4
Lounger Competition
7.2
Method: Pool count heated pool and guest sentiment analysisOfficial · TripAdvisor · Booking.comVerified Jul 16, 2026
Family8.5High confidence
Kids Club
8.7
Family Rooms
8.2
Teen Program
8.0
Beach Pool Fit
8.4
Method: Star camp ages and family facility analysisOfficial · IHG · TripAdvisorVerified Jul 16, 2026
Wellness7.8Medium confidence
Hammam
8.0
Spa Access
8.0
Beach Setting
8.2
Method: Spa hammam and beach recovery analysisOfficial · TripAdvisorVerified Jul 16, 2026
Nightlife7.6Medium confidence
Show Bar
7.8
Evening Entertainment
8.0
Outside Nightlife Access
6.8
Method: Show bar and evening entertainment analysisOfficial · TripAdvisorVerified Jul 16, 2026
Quiet7.2Medium confidence
Promenade Setting
7.4
Resort Liveliness
7.0
Sunbed Competition Risk
6.8
Method: Family resort scale and guest noise sentiment analysisTripAdvisor · RedditVerified Jul 16, 2026
Remote work7.0Medium confidence
Free Wifi
7.2
Meeting Rooms
7.0
Quiet Work Risk
6.6
Method: Wifi and meeting room analysisOfficial · TravelWeeklyVerified Jul 16, 2026

What it does best

  • Clear all-inclusive evidence
  • Beachfront Agadir setting
  • Star Camp ages 4-17
  • Good value evidence

Where it costs you

  • Local-brand drink limitation
  • Pool-count discrepancy needs review
  • Sunbed competition risk
  • Thin Reddit-specific coverage

Restaurants & bars

Palmprint food score 8.2 / 10

Places to eat
2
Buffets
1
Bars and lounges
3

International · Moroccan · Snack bar

Official site lists Mercure buffet, Antares Moroccan restaurant, Orion Lobby Bar, Fountain Snack Bar, and Cassiopee Show Bar.

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

Do you need dinner reservations at Iberostar Waves Founty Beach?

Official site lists Mercure buffet, Antares Moroccan restaurant, Orion Lobby Bar, Fountain Snack Bar, and Cassiopee Show Bar.

Rooms & suites

The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.

Room categories at Iberostar Waves Founty Beach: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
SuiteOccupancySizeBedroomsAspect
DoubleBack to sampled pricesCapacity unverifiedNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Pool-View Family RoomBack to sampled pricesCapacity unverifiedNot publishedNot publishedNot published
More room options (3)
Room categories at Iberostar Waves Founty Beach: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
SuiteOccupancySizeBedroomsAspect
Junior Suite Pool View
Room details for Junior Suite Pool View

Third-party room listing shows 344 sq ft and sleeps 4; verify against official before using for room filters.

Capacity unverified344 ft²32 m²1 bedroomPool view
Double Sea View Beachfront
Room details for Double Sea View Beachfront

Official room card lists 345 sq ft and beachfront sea-view positioning.

Capacity unverified346 ft²32 m²1 bedroomSea view
Family Room
Room details for Family Room

Third-party room listing shows 366 sq ft and sofa-bed setup; verify against official before using for room filters.

Capacity unverified366 ft²34 m²1 bedroomNot stated

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

Pools and the beach

Pools & waterplay

3pools

With heated

Official site says 3 outdoor pools; recent guest-source evidence mentions one heated pool. Booking.com lists 2 swimming pools, so pool count remains under review.

Pools 8.4

The beach itself

8.2beach score · high confidence

Direct Agadir beach/promenade setting; Atlantic surf can vary, but guest patterns support usable sandy beach access.

  • Moderate water, swimmable most days
  • Gradual entry, shallow a long way out

Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.

Families & group stays
For families

Bringing the kids to Iberostar Waves Founty Beach

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
Supervision & drop-off
Confirm rules and current hours before booking
Teen program
Exists, but low-key; don't book around it
Heated pools
Yes, confirmed heated
Beach for young swimmers
Gradual entry; watch the swell
Dinner reservations
Walk-in everywhere, no app battles
Questions parents ask
Does Iberostar Waves Founty Beach have a kids' club, and from what age?
Yes. Iberostar Waves Founty Beach lists a kids' club for ages 4–12. Official Star Camp groups include Monkey ages 4–7, Dolphin ages 8–12, and Eagle ages 13–17. Confirm supervision, drop-off rules and current hours before booking.
Are the pools at Iberostar Waves Founty Beach heated?
Yes: pool heating is confirmed. That matters most December through February, when unheated pools in the region can be too cold for small children.
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Kids' club hours, teen programs and group availability all move with the season. Confirm the specifics with the resort for your dates.

Weather guide

When to go

Best months: Mar to May, Sep to Nov

Real seasons here: highs run from 64°F in January to 100°F in July, and the wet months run Oct to Apr.

Iberostar Waves Founty Beach by month · average high, rain days and our verdict
MeasureJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average daily high64°F18°C68°F20°C73°F23°C77°F25°C84°F29°C93°F34°C100°F38°C100°F38°C91°F33°C82°F28°C73°F23°C66°F19°C
Rain days4 days4 days4 days3 days2 days1 day0 days0 days1 day3 days4 days4 days
VerdictCoolCoolBestBestBestFineFineFineBestBestBestCool

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

Getting to Iberostar Waves Founty Beach

Nearest airport
AGA · Agadir Al Massira Airport
Transportation
The resort lists transfers at extra cost. Your package may differ.

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Destination essentials & trip planning

Chemin des Dunes BP 1039، Agadir 80000, Morocco · +212 5 28 84 44 44

Before you fly

Morocco

Language
Arabic & French (English at resorts)
Currency
Moroccan dirham (MAD) – closed currency, get cash locally
Power
220V, Type C/E plugs (European – adapter needed)
Driving
On the right
Main airport
Agadir (AGA), Marrakech (RAK), or Casablanca (CMN)
Flight time
~7–8h from the US East Coast (often via Europe)

Read the Morocco guide: passport, visa, tipping, safety

The vibe

Who it suits

Family8.5
Wellness7.8
Nightlife7.6

Three of the 11 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Iberostar Waves Founty Beach; the full set is above.

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Data

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Our full take on Iberostar Waves Founty Beach

Iberostar Waves Founty Beach is a mainstream family all-inclusive on Agadir's beach promenade, for families and couples who want sand and a full programme. The price is fair and the buffet is the centre of it. It is a four-star with 470 rooms, three pools, two restaurants and three bars, on the long strand of the city's seafront rather than a private cove, and the promenade is part of the appeal. Nothing here is boutique, and nobody is pretending otherwise.

Guests praise the beachfront position and the promenade, the staff and the animation team, the buffet and the Moroccan restaurant, and the Star Camp and pools for families. The complaints are competition for sunbeds and cabanas at busy times, food that depends on what you expected, and a pool count that differs between the resort's own pages and the booking sites. The thing people wish they had known is that the drinks plan runs on local brands, so a premium spirits habit costs extra.

The plan covers the buffet meals, the snack bar and the bar service with local brands, Wi-Fi and the Star Camp, which takes children from four to seventeen in three age groups; spa treatments and the airport transfer are extra, and the Moroccan restaurant's availability depends on stay length. The Double Sea View Beachfront room is the one to book, and the Family Room adds a sofa bed. Anyone after a quiet or luxurious week should look up the coast to the resorts outside the city.

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