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Iberostar Selection Sabila - Tenerife - Swimming Pools, Spa and Fitness

Ernesto Sarti 5, Tenerife, Spain, 38679

Access Guide

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 6 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located on floor 0 within the lobby area, on floor -1 next to the lift, on floor -2 to the right of the buffet restaurant entrance, on floor -2 to the rear of the main pool, on floor 1 of the Gourmet Market and on floor 6 next to the Star Prestige pool.
    • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on floor 0 within the lobby area, on floor -1 next to the lift, on floor -2 to the right of the buffet restaurant entrance, on floor -2 to the rear of the main pool, on floor 1 of the Gourmet Market and on floor 6 next to the Star Prestige pool.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Changing facilities with adaptations are located along the rear of the spa corridor.
    • Standard changing facilities are located along the rear of the spa corridor.
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations on floor 1 of the Gourmet Market.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located within the male and female changing area within the spa and alongside each pool.

Lift (Floor 6 - Platform Lift to Star Prestige Pool Area)

  • The lift surveyed is located on floor 6 of the Star Prestige area.
  • The distance from the lobby lifts is 33m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are automatic doors along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • Platform Lift View
    • The Star Prestige sun loungers and access to the solarium pool can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 300 kg.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 80cm (width) x 120cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
    • The lift is slow moving.

Resort Pools

  • Pool 1 View
    • The main pool is located at the rear of the grounds on floor -2.
    • There is step-free level access via lift to the pool.
    • There is step-free level access into the pool area.
    • This is an outdoor pool.
    • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
    • Access around the pool area may include narrow walkways.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: sun loungers.
    • There is an emergency alarm poolside.
    • The pool has step-free access via slope.
    • The following adaptations are available for disabled people: a manual hoist.
    • The pool has a lifeguard on duty at peak times only.
    • Additional facilities include: poolside showers and a bar.
  • Pool 2 View
    • The Star Prestige pool is located to the rear of the main pool on floor -2.
    • There is access via lift to the pool.
    • There is a gate and multiple steps leading to the pool.
    • There is slight slopes around the pool.
    • This is an outdoor pool.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the sun loungers and Balinese beds.
    • Access around the pool area may include uneven surfaces and narrow walkways.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: sun loungers and relaxation beds.
    • There is not an emergency alarm poolside.
    • Access into the water is via 5 steps.
    • There is a handrail on the right going up.
    • The handrail is easy to grip.
    • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The pool is not staffed and does not have a lifeguard.
    • Additional facilities include: poolside showers.
  • Pool 3 View
    • The Solarium and Star Prestige pool is located on floor 6, to the rear of the Solarium.
    • There is step-free access via a platform lift to the pool.
    • This is an outdoor pool.
    • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
    • Access around the pool area may include uneven surfaces and narrow walkways.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: sun loungers.
    • There is an emergency alarm poolside.
    • Access into the water is via 8 steps.
    • There are handrails on both sides, that are within reach.
    • The handrails are easy to grip.
    • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The pool is staffed at peak times only.
    • Additional facilities include: a jacuzzi and poolside showers.

Toilet with Adaptations (Floor -2 Main Pool - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the rear of the main pool on floor -2.
    • The distance from the lobby lifts is 125m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is an automatic door along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free access via a slope into the facility.
    • The slope has a slight gradient.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens by sliding and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 90cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 142cm (width) x 290cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 61cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 42cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 81cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 115cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer which requires hands to be inserted into the top.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 75cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Toilet with Adaptations (Floor 6 - Solarium Pool - Transfer Both Sides)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on floor 6, next to the solarium pool.
    • The distance from the lifts is 33m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are automatic doors along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 78cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 314cm (width) x 167cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however they are obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space on the left is 87cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • The lateral transfer space on the right is 153cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There are dropdown grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The dropdown grab rails have a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 111cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer which requires hands to be inserted into the top.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 75cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Fitness Centre

  • The gym is located on floor 0, next to the spa.
  • There is step-free level access into the gym.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 102cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Access throughout may include pillars.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The gym is not staffed.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
  • There is some clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
  • Equipment includes free weights and cable resistance machines.
  • Seating available includes: chairs without armrests.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Sensations Iberostar Spa Entrance

  • This entrance is located in front of the building on floor 0 (Spa and Fitness Centre).
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 126cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Sensations Iberostar Spa

  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • There is background noise.
    • Seating available in the building includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • Reception View
    • There is step-free level access to the reception.
    • The height of the reception desk is 101cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
    • The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
  • Sauna View
    • The sauna is located to the rear right of the spa.
    • The most accessible route to the sauna has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into the sauna.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 64cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a push button emergency alarm.
  • Steam Room View
    • The steam room is located to the rear right of the spa.
    • The most accessible route to the steam room has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is no signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into the steam room.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 64cm.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a push button emergency alarm.
  • Treatment Room View
    • There is step-free level access into the treatment room.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 78cm.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
    • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user.
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
    • The length of the treatment table is 178cm.
    • Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests.
    • Furniture available in this room includes: coffee tables.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is background noise in this room.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Additional Facilities View
    • There is a relaxation area located outside the treatment rooms.

Fitness Centre Entrance from Spa

  • This entrance is located on the right of the spa reception.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The width of the opening is 64cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Female Changing Area - Sensations Iberostar Spa

  • Changing Area View
    • The female changing area was surveyed.
    • The changing area surveyed is located at the rear of the spa corridor.
    • The distance from the spa entrance is 12m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 78cm.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • Facilities in this area include: toilets, showers, a changing bench and lockers.
    • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are not available.
    • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a soap dispenser.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
    • There is a fixed shower head and a separate detachable shower head.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.
    • There are no grab rails for the shower.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is also a similar male changing area located opposite the female changing area.

Changing Room with Adaptations - Sensations Iberostar Spa

  • Location and Access View
    • The changing room surveyed is located at the rear of the spa corridor.
    • The distance from the spa entrance is 15m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens by sliding and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 82cm.
    • The door has a key lock.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • Washing and toilet facilities available in the changing room include: a wheel-in shower, a toilet with adaptations and a wash basin.
    • The dimensions of the changing room are 363cm (width) x 212cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the right side is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space on the left is 114cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • The lateral transfer space on the right is 106cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There are dropdown grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The dropdown grab rails have a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 42cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 91cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 123cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a pedal bin.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 182cm from the floor.
    • There is a wheel in shower in the changing room.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a fixed shower head and a separate detachable shower head.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.
    • There are no grab rails for the shower.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Spa Pool

  • Pool 1 View
    • The spa pool is located next to the spa on floor 0.
    • There is a gate leading to the pool.
    • The key card reader on the gate is at a height of 130cm.
    • There is a steep ramp beyond the gate.
    • This is an outdoor pool.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of this area.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the jacuzzi.
    • Access around the pool area may include uneven surfaces.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: sun loungers.
    • There is an emergency alarm poolside.
    • Access into the water is via 7 steps.
    • There are handrails on both sides.
    • The handrails are easy to grip.
    • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The pool is not staffed and does not have a lifeguard.
    • Additional facilities include: poolside showers.