This award-winning property is worthy of its 5 stars, when you’re not admiring Atlantic vistas from its trio of sprawling pool areas, its Costa Adeje location places you next to a set of first-class beaches. You can bring the little ones along as well with three kids’ clubs covering a wide age range. 

The grand reception area gives a great first impression with its oval shaped desk, marble columns alongside decorative plant pots and elegant water features. With landscaped gardens sitting between the grounds and the sea, your relaxation options are endless.

Fancy suites and interconnecting rooms

All of these modern spaces have been designed for escaping the toasty weather with their white walls and bedspreads designed to reflect the heat. While, its modern oak panels and state-of-the-art ceiling lighting add a touch of warmth. Air conditioning is also provided to ensure a comfortable night’s sleep during those stifling evenings.

There’s no shortage of room types either, choose doubles with balconies pointing towards those calm Atlantic waters or opt for an interconnecting stay perfect for families. If you want the VIP holiday experience it doesn’t get much more extravagant than the hotel’s sea view presidential suites where you’ll be greeted by a 55-inch TV, a set of bathrooms and a terrace featuring a hot tub.

All Inclusive indulgence

Despite offering a range of board types, this hotel’s All Inclusive programme is fantastic thanks to its five restaurants and three bars. However, those looking to eat out may prefer the Half Board and Bed and Breakfast options.

Zeus: Serving all of your main meals, this buffet restaurant is always on hand with its self-service show cooking stations. Omelettes are made to order at breakfast, while lunch offers some great hot and cold delights from soup to salad and meat dishes. Head here for dinner and you’ll get to benefit from themed nights as well as delicious desserts including a chocolate fountain.

Poseidón Gourmet restaurant: Offering a romantic dinner experience with its candlelight and white table cloths, dine here from 7pm to 11pm for local food done right. Its a la carte status promises world-class flavours with foie gras and sea bass among your delectable options.

Sea Soul Restaurant & Lounge: This oceanside hangout is open most of the day for cocktails, while those wanting to sample its fresh food will have to wait until 12.30pm when lunch is served until 4pm or hit the spot at 6pm until 11pm for dinner. Dishing up a wide selection of seafood, savour mussels and lobster as you gaze on the Atlantic from its slick white seating. 

Portofino Restaurant: If you’re a lover of Italian fare, then this eatery has your name on it. Fresh pizza and pasta are just a few of the tasty options found here. Open from 7pm to 11pm, this restaurant’s intimate ambience is perfect for cosy dinners.

Barbacoa Restaurant: Using the finest local produce to perfect its dishes, this grill eatery invites guests to immerse themselves in the traditional Canary Island culture. Its black potatoes with mojo sauce are a real crowd-pleaser when it comes to snack options.

Barito Pool Bar: This conveniently placed bar sits right by the water when you’re craving something tasty in between sunbathing.

Zumería Pool Snack Bar: Sitting even closer to the water’s edge, you can literally jump out of the pool and perch yourself at the bar where a list of cold cocktails awaits. Mojito, anyone?

Hall Bar: With a 1pm closing time and comfy sofas encouraging long drinking sessions, not to mention live music – there’s no better place to kick back with your preferred tipple while soaking up the atmosphere.  

Iberostar style entertainment

There’s a great set of facilities here with all ages taken care of. Three lagoon style pools overlook the sea with tall palms, Bali beds and over-the-water bridges making for upscale sunbathing stints. But don’t worry, little ones have their own area, where tiny slides shoot out of a scaled-down pirate ship. As for entertainment, the hotel’s Star Camp programme makes sure no one is left out with its age-appropriate kids’ clubs ranging from four to 17.

Iberostar Anthelia also takes self-care seriously with its range of wellness facilities designed to alleviate any stresses. The Thai Circuit is perfect for those seeking some Asian-inspired pampering, while the Purifying Mayr Kur therapy is the ultimate detox. As for massages, there’s a long list to choose from including anti-stress, hot stone and lymphatic techniques. There’s also a Finnish sauna and Turkish bath treatments, another highlight of the hotel’s rejuvenating draws.

In terms of activities, in true Iberostar style you can expect everything from watersports to golf and tennis courts alongside cocktail-making classes.

A beachfront base

Sitting opposite to Playa Fañabé Beach, you’ll never tire of the view from your grounds. Days on the sand are must when you come here, while the resort’s centre is just a short drive away when you want to see what Costa Adeje has going on.

For the ultimate day trip, you’re only 50 minutes away from Teide National Park, where the scenery is out of this world. Not forgetting it’s home to Spain’s tallest peak – a total contrast from the tourist attractions Tenerife is famous for.