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Iberostar Selection Sábila or JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar?
Iberostar Selection Sábila and JOIA El Mirador are both adults-only five-star hotels in Costa Adeje, both with a full spa, no kids' club and a short trip to Tenerife South airport, at about 17 and 19 minutes. The real difference is size and style. Sábila is a 472-room hotel near Playa de Fañabé, with four pools, a rooftop Sky Lounge for Star Prestige guests and a choice of breakfast or all inclusive. JOIA El Mirador is an all-suite hotel by Playa del Duque, with butler service and a spa of over 1,000 square metres.
Sábila suits couples and friends who want a polished adults-only hotel with several pools and an all-inclusive option. JOIA El Mirador suits couples who want a slower pace, a gourmet restaurant, a serious spa and personal service.
Fañabé, Costa Adeje · 5
Iberostar Selection Sábila
An adults-only five-star near Fañabé beach, with a rooftop Star Prestige lounge and pool for those who want extra space.
Choose it if you want an adults-only hotel of 472 rooms, four pools and a rooftop Sky Lounge, with breakfast or all inclusive.
Playa del Duque, Costa Adeje · 5
JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar
An adults-only, all-suite five-star by Playa del Duque, with butler service, a gourmet restaurant and a spa of over 1,000 square metres.
Choose it if you want an all-suite adults-only hotel with butler service, a spa of over 1,000 m² and gourmet dining by Playa del Duque.
Side by side
| Fact | Iberostar Sábila | JOIA El Mirador |
|---|---|---|
| Where | Fañabé, Costa Adeje | Playa del Duque, Costa Adeje |
| Type | Hotel, 5 stars | Hotel, 5 stars |
| Rooms | 472 | Not confirmed |
| Guests | Adults only | Adults only |
| Meal plans | Bed and breakfast, All inclusive | Not confirmed |
| Beach | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Pools | 4 | Not confirmed |
| Spa | Spa | Spa |
| Kids’ club | No | No |
| To Tenerife South airport | About 17 min by car | About 19 min by car |
| Book through | Expedia or the hotel | Expedia or the hotel |
Drive times are routed without traffic or snow. Checked October 2026.
Where they differ
Rooms and service
Iberostar Selection Sábila has 472 rooms, with Star Prestige rooms on the fifth and sixth floors that come with their own reception and personalised check-in. JOIA El Mirador offers junior suites and suites only, and every stay comes with butler service. Sábila is the larger hotel with more room types. El Mirador is the more personal one.
Spa and pools
JOIA El Mirador's spa covers more than 1,000 square metres, with a hydrodynamic pool, whirlpool, cold plunge and steam room, plus a heated outdoor pool and a heated jacuzzi. Sábila has four pools, including one at the spa, and Star Prestige guests get two more pools and a semi-private rooftop pool. Both have a full spa.
Beach and setting
Sábila is close to Playa de Fañabé in the heart of Costa Adeje, and sea-view rooms are available. JOIA El Mirador sits on the Golden Mile close to Playa del Duque, with the beach and boutiques nearby. Both are close to a beach, so the choice is more about the style of hotel than the sand.
Food and boards
Sábila offers bed and breakfast or all inclusive, and Star Prestige guests have an open bar at the Sky Lounge. JOIA El Mirador has three restaurants, including the gourmet El Cenador, breakfast at El Mirador and two bars. Sábila has the all-inclusive option. El Mirador is for guests who like to dine out.
Questions
Are Iberostar Selection Sábila and JOIA El Mirador adults only?
Yes, both are adults-only five-star hotels with no kids' club. Sábila has 472 rooms and a rooftop Sky Lounge for Star Prestige guests. JOIA El Mirador is all suites, with butler service for every stay.
Which has the bigger spa, Sábila or JOIA El Mirador?
JOIA El Mirador. Its spa covers more than 1,000 square metres, with a hydrodynamic pool, whirlpool, cold plunge and steam room. Iberostar Selection Sábila also has a full spa, with an outdoor pool at the spa.
Can you get all inclusive at Sábila or JOIA El Mirador?
At Iberostar Selection Sábila, yes: you can book with breakfast or all inclusive. JOIA El Mirador centres on its three restaurants, including the gourmet El Cenador, with breakfast at El Mirador.
Sources: iberostar.com, iberostar.com, local-experiences.iberostar.com, iberostar.com, spa.iberostar.com.