Iberostar is a Spanish hotel group from Mallorca with resorts across the Mediterranean, the Caribbean and Mexico, plus city hotels in places like Lisbon and Madrid. The official site sells room-only, half-board and all-inclusive stays.
A good Iberostar booking depends on the right property type, the right board plan and booking direct to get the web-only perks and codes.
Resort, city or adults-only
Iberostar's range splits into beach resorts, city hotels and its Grand properties. The Grand collection is the group's higher-end tier.
Many Iberostar resorts have adults-only sections or entire adults-only properties. Check this before booking with children.
City hotels suit short breaks and usually sell room-only or with breakfast.
All-inclusive versus half board
Most Iberostar beach resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico are all-inclusive. In Spain, half board and bed and breakfast are also common.
All-inclusive makes sense if you plan to stay on site. Half board suits people who want to eat out in town.
Check what the Iberostar all-inclusive plan covers at your hotel, as à la carte restaurants may need reservations.
Star Prestige and room upgrades
Star Prestige is Iberostar's premium service level at many resorts. It usually adds a private area, better rooms and extra services.
Compare the Star Prestige price against the standard room. The gap varies by resort and season.
Room views and location within the resort matter. Read the room type description carefully.
Loyalty and booking direct
Iberostar has a loyalty programme for direct bookers. Check the current name and benefits on the site before booking.
Booking on iberostar.com lets you use the codes below. Third-party sites do not accept them.
Direct bookings may also include flexible cancellation. Check the rate conditions.
When Iberostar is cheapest
Caribbean resorts are cheapest outside the winter peak. Mediterranean resorts are cheapest in spring and autumn.
Early booking offers are common at Iberostar. Some codes below are tied to them.
Non-refundable rates are cheaper but carry risk. Pick them only for firm plans.
Sustainability and the Wave of Change
Iberostar runs a sustainability programme called Wave of Change, focused on ocean health and cutting plastics. This shows up in the resorts' reduced single-use plastic.
It does not change prices, but it is part of what the brand is known for.
If this matters to you, the Iberostar site lists the programme's commitments.
Choosing between Iberostar destinations
Iberostar's Caribbean resorts cluster in the Dominican Republic, Mexico's Riviera Maya and Cancun, Jamaica and Cuba. Each area has a different feel, from long beaches in Punta Cana to cenotes and ruins near the Riviera Maya.
In Spain, Iberostar is strongest in Mallorca, the Canary Islands and Andalusia. These suit shorter trips from Europe and have a longer season than many Caribbean spots.
Read recent guest reviews for the specific Iberostar property. Standards vary between older and newly refurbished hotels.
Families and kids' clubs
Many Iberostar family resorts run kids' clubs and entertainment programmes. Check the age range and hours before counting on them.
Family rooms and connecting rooms sell out early in school holidays. Book those dates well ahead.
If you want a quieter stay, pick an Iberostar adults-only property rather than an adults-only section of a family resort.
Extras to check before paying
Airport transfers are not always included in an Iberostar booking. Check whether the hotel offers them and at what cost.
Some destinations charge tourist taxes paid at the hotel. These are separate from the room rate.
Spa treatments, premium drinks and some excursions cost extra even on all-inclusive plans.
Iberostar hotel lines and all-inclusive choices
Iberostar groups its properties into lines, including Iberostar Selection for its higher-end resorts, Iberostar Waves for beach resorts and Iberostar Heritage for historic city hotels. Knowing the line tells you more about the stay than the star rating alone.
Many Iberostar resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico are sold all-inclusive, while city hotels in Spain and Portugal often sell room-only or bed and breakfast. Compare board options on the same dates, because the gap between them can change the value of a code.
Some Iberostar Selection resorts are adults-only. Check that label before booking a family trip, and read which restaurants need reservations at your resort.
Iberostar also runs a loyalty program for direct bookers, so check whether members see a lower rate before applying a public code.
Where the Iberostar savings are
The 30% code is the biggest listed. Check at checkout which hotels and dates it covers.
The 20% Lisbon code looks aimed at Iberostar's Lisbon hotel. Use it for a city break there.
The 20% general code is the fallback for resorts. Test it on your dates.
Iberostar codes may have blackout dates and minimum stays. Confirm the discount before paying.
Common questions
Are Iberostar resorts all-inclusive?
Many Caribbean and Mexican resorts are. Spanish hotels vary.
Are children allowed?
Most resorts welcome families, but some are adults-only.
Do codes work on third-party sites?
No, codes are for iberostar.com.
What is Star Prestige?
Iberostar's premium service level with extra perks.
| Discount | Type | Get the deal |
|---|---|---|
| 30% off | Promo code | View at Iberostar → |
| 20% off | Promo code | View at Iberostar → |
| 5% off | Promo code | View at Iberostar → |
| Up to 20% Off | Promo code | View at Iberostar → |