We have stayed at most of the 5-star hotels in Costa Adeje and this year decided to try the Iberostar Selection Salomé, as the adults-only setting looked like the perfect choice for a relaxing holiday. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel very welcome. One of the butlers checked us in, offered us a chilled glass of champagne and personally took us to our room — a lovely touch and a great start to our stay. Our first impression coming out of the lift was that the cream carpet throughout the corridor was very badly stained, which unfortunately doesn’t give the best first impression. However, it’s important to make the distinction between stained and dirty. The hotel itself is exceptionally clean, and at no point did we feel that cleanliness was an issue. The carpet is really more about the aesthetics and the impression it creates. Our room was lovely, with a fantastic view, very clean and with plenty of wardrobe space. We did feel that the bathroom was on the small side, particularly the shower, for a hotel of this standard, and it could perhaps benefit from a little TLC. The hard flooring in the living area was also quite badly marked and, again, would benefit from being replaced. These are relatively minor points, but addressing them would make a noticeable difference to the overall appearance and first impression of the hotel. The à la carte breakfast was absolutely amazing. The food was excellent, the views were gorgeous and the staff were fantastic. We particularly enjoyed not having to deal with a buffet every morning — having breakfast cooked and served to you made it feel much more relaxed and special. However, the staff throughout the entire hotel deserve a special mention. It isn’t just one department or a few individuals — every member of staff we encountered contributed to making our stay so enjoyable. From the pool team who prepare your sunbed area for you in the morning and make sure everything is ready for a day of relaxing, to the housekeepers, butlers and the waiting staff in the bars and restaurants, everyone was consistently friendly, attentive and professional. What really stood out was how genuinely interested everyone seemed to be in our experience. Staff would regularly ask how our stay was going and whether we were enjoying ourselves, and it never felt forced or simply part of a routine. There was a real warmth to the service which made us feel looked after throughout our stay. This level of attention, from the moment we arrived until we left, is something that really sets Salomé apart. The outside space and pool areas are also a huge part of what makes Salomé special. There are plenty of sunbeds, lots of different areas to relax and the whole environment is incredibly peaceful and quiet. We have never spent so much time simply relaxing around a pool on holiday. We normally like to get out and about, but the atmosphere here was so chilled that we were more than happy to spend our days by the pool. Overall