The Style Traveller Ultimate Guide To Ibiza
The Style Traveller Ultimate Guide To Ibiza
With the closing of Space last season, one of Ibiza’s most iconic nightclubs, the winds of change are about to breeze over the White Isle. But fear not party kids, when one club closes, another inevitably Enter Hï Ibiza!
But that’s not the only new kid on the block. There’s all sorts of new restaurants, bars, hotels and spas popping up all over the place. Here at Style Traveller HQ we bring you a round up every season but this summer we thought we’d gather all of years of experiences on the island to bring you the ultimate favourites, be they old, new, on or off the beaten track.
So without further a do here is The Style Traveller Ultimate Guide to Ibiza. The perfect itinerary to my favourite party place in the world.
Ibiza – Best places to stay:
There are two schools of thought when deciding where to stay on the island. Am I going for a hedonistic weekend of partying or a chilled out relaxing break? For a partying trip, my all time favourite place to stay has to be the legendary boutique Hotel Es Vive! (pictured above)
Situated in Figueretas, equidistant between Playa d’en Bossa (where the clubs are) and Ibiza Town, Es Vive is the perfect location to stay if you want to be close enough to the action but not in the thick of it.
With a stunning art deco facade, super chic swimming pool terrace, ‘The Experience’ an on site night club, the divine Deco restaurant, Sky Rooftop Bar and a new spa, gym and treatment rooms just opened this year, you barely need to leave the hotel! It’s my perfect place to stay if I’m here to party and hit the beach clubs, as well as absorb bit of culture and shopping too. It got voted the number #1 place to stay on the island by Tripadvisor, we can’t all be wrong!
Other noteworthy hotels The Style Traveller loves:
For a relaxing spa trip I’d head North to Atzaro (pictured above by Brett Harkness Photography) or The Giri Residences, (pictured below) these are both super chilled, luxurious, boho chic properties. You need a car to get around the island if you plan to stay here, they are in quite remote areas.
Other favourites include Pacha Destino, Cas Gasi and Can Lluc.
This month also sees the opening of luxury, global brand Nobu (pictured above). They’re opening a 153 room and suite premium property, with 4 exclusive fine dining options (one of which is the eponymously titled signature restaurant). They also boast the islands first Six Senses Spa. I can’t wait to try this one out.
Where to eat?
There are so many amazing restaurants in Ibiza, the culinary offering on the island is exceptional for an island of this size. Old favourites of mine are KM5 where you can party the night away in a bedouin tent underneath a star filled, night sky. Fancy pan asian? then head to Bambuddha Grove where you can enjoy Thai seafood and oriental inspired dishes, sat beneath a Lobok style Balinese canopy. (pictured above).
One of my favourite nights out is wandering around the beautifully quaint cobbled streets of Ibiza Old Town, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Head to La Bodega (pictured above) a quintessential Spanish tapas restaurant at the foot of the Dalt Vila for affordable, great portion size, no nonsense, totally delicious tapas! It’s my favourite.
For a more chic night out try the incredible cliff side views at Amante Ibiza boho charms of sister beach restaurant Aiyanna Ibiza. Or for real rustic ‘farm to table’ foodie heavens try Casa Maca or Aubergine Ibiza which is owned by the Atzaro Hotel group.
Ibiza – The Best Beach Bars
My favourite beach area on the island is Salinas. I love the soft, white sand underfoot and all of the smaller beaches around the iconic Ibiza salt flats. For bouji cocktails, impressive salads and stylish sushi head to Jockey Club. And if you fancy a daytime clubbing session and showing off your expensive tastes, rock up to Blue Marlin on your yacht, I know its sceney but it is fun. Dance the night away on the beach at buzzing Beach House with it’s great DJ nights.
Above: Beach clubbing with the jet set at Blue Marlin
Below: The party goes on at Beach House.
The way to tackle these clubs is to hang out by day, maybe enjoy dinner, then party till around 11 / midnight when they close. If you still have energy head back home to change, then hit the super clubs at 1am. These normally close around 5/6am.
Above: I love the super chic, Parisian vibes at Experimental Beach, it’s shabby in a very stylish way and the food is to die for. The journey to it is also spectacular, you need to drive over the salt flats to get there.
Hippy beach:
If the incessant bass line isn’t for you and you fancy a more boho spiritual experience, head to Sa Trinxa it’s The Jockey Clubs hippy neighbour, it’s a gorgeously chilled out beach if you fancy something less showy.
Or for ultimate hippy vibes catch the bongo accompanied, sunset at Benirras beach. Or watch artists live painting, live saxophonist and a band ushering out the day at Sunset Ashram (pictured below). It’s very reminiscent of the the innocent old school Ibiza.
Where to go clubbing?
After legendary night club Space, closed it’s doors last year, a new wave of fresh offerings have entered the Ibiza club scene. Newbies to look out for include Hï Ibiza! In the same venue as the Space but completely renovated. With a state of the art sound system, mesmerising LED screens and kinetic ceiling displays, Hï Ibiza promises to be the brand new axis of fun on the island.
Opposite the road don’t forget Ushuaia. And the original Ibiza establishment, Pacha is still as great as ever, especially with Solomun taking up Sunday night residency again this year. (pictured above)
New for this season I would recommend Rudimental and Chase & Status’ residency at Together at Amnesia on Tuesdays. And for two special dates only this season, the don of the decks, Carl Cox is hosting ‘Pure’ nights at Privilege on the 11th and 18th July, not to be missed if you’re there!
Oh and don’t forget my favourite London DJ Jamie Jones & Friends, Paradise at DC10, this is one for the hard core clubbers though, so be warned.
Ibiza – what to do in the day
One of the most indulgent activities on the island, is hiring a yacht for the day and sailing to the idyllic, crystal clear waters of Formentera. But forget the trashy party boat scene, we are talking the ultimate, exclusive experience here! Having just added 15 new boats to their fleet, Smart Charter Ibiza is a one-stop shop for the best luxury boats in the Balearics. With prices from 520€ for a 9 man vessel to 15,000€ euros for the ultimate yacht, it’s more attainable than might think. There’s a few new lunch spots on Formentera too, check out Chezz Gerdi or Beso Beach, then spend the afternoon basking in the sublime warm waters. It’s the most perfectly blissful day!
Adios from Ibiza! Next stop The Greek Islands and Vienna.
For more of Bonnie’s Ibizan adventures check out the Ibiza diaries and for more on Smart Charter check out a ‘A day at sea‘ blog.
Bon Voyage xx
Ibiza is well-known for adventures. The main thing I like about this place is the availability of hotels. I found that the hotels here are much better and less expensive.
Oh my god, this is like paradise. Your pictures are stunning. I can’t tell you how much I would love to be out sailing there. Thanks so much for sharing this, I really enjoyed reading it.
What an amazing place to visit. All your photos show that you had an awesome experience! That water looks so gorgeous.
Wow! nice place to visit. You are looking great in pics
You’re photos are stunning, keep doing what you’re doing! X
Your pics look amazing! I´m living so close to ibiza but I´ve never been there. I really should go though :)
I love the pictures where you can see a little bit of landscape and nature. Reminds me so much of my home country Croatia…and that giant chandelier! Oh my, I’m in love with that one!
This place looks beautiful and looks like it would be exciting to visit. Your pictures are great at capturing the beauty of this place.
Ibiza looks like so much fun! I love your outfit choices!
Must be so cool to go on holiday in Ibiza! So much fun! your pic are fab! xx corinne
Ibiza looks so incredible, I’ve been to Majorca and MInorca but always avoided Ibiza, and yet I know really want to go.
This would be an amazing getaway. I would love to stay at Nobu when it opens.
I love all the photos. Your trip looks amazing. Thanks for sharing.
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What a delightful set of photos. Ibiza must be jumping right now… I love travel!
this looks like such a fun place to visit! Great photos
Judging from your pictures it looks like Ibiza has a lot to do from partying to relaxing by the pool. Ibiza looks beautiful as well.
This looks so beautiful!!! That water and those views! Swoon! Love the windblown picture of you too in the dress! Such a cute shot!
This looks like a fun place to be! I’d love to relax on the water.
All of your pictures are amazing but the first one is way too cute! You look like you are having such a great time! I’d definitely love to visit one day.
Your trip sounds so amazing! It looks like the entire trip was a hit! I would love to do a spa retreat in Atzaro or even visit Ibiza!
It looks like such an amazing time that you had. You look absolutely stunning there. And the pictures are just so beautiful.
Ibiza looks amazing! Oh my gosh, I would love to visit that place one of these days. I love all of your outfits too!
Wow! I want to book a flight to Ibiza after reading your amazing adventure. Am sold!
I LOVE this post girl, I went to Ibiza about five years ago but would really love to go back! Definitely going to bookmark this post! P.s I have that playsuit and it’s the comfiest thing EVER!
Hayley xo
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I wish I was here right now. Instead I am in front of a fan because the house is hot
I am blown away at how beautiful Ibiza is. I have always wanted to visit. Your photos have made me want to all the more.
The place is truly amazing. Thanks for featuring this on your blog. Sure a lot of people will inspire and serve this as a guide to go there!
Great article it really made me want to go there! Fabulous photographs too, loving all your outfits x
Wow! There is so much to see and do there! What beautiful resorts, clubs and restaurants.
Oh my the water is so blue! I would love to go and relax on the beach here. These are all great outfits for vacationing.
This is absolutely beautiful. I love your outfits!
You take such awesome shots.
I literally LOVE ALL your outfits. They are so perfect
This place looks amazing. I would love to see it from the water and take it all in. Your pictures are beautiful.
This is so high class! I would love to go to Ibiza and rent a hatch for the day!
Wow, what a gorgeous place! Definitely on my bucket list!
I am sold, ready to book my airline ticket now. You have given so much detail on what to do in Ibiza. So many things to do and fantastic places to eat. I would love to charter a boat and cruise around. Your photos are breathtaking. I have a new location on my bucket list
My gosh the water looks absolutely clear and beautiful! I never visited Ibiza but it certainly looks amazing!
I am so jealous… it looks like your trips are amazing. I just want to get lost in the different trips I saw at the bottom of your post… a weekend trip to Paris? Yes please! As for Ibiza I can’t believe how beautiful it is! That water is crystal clear, the yacht looks beautiful.
Stunning photographs. I want to travel with you! lol
I’m glad you enjoyed your trip to Ibiza!
wow your pictures are amazing, I love the islands this year I am going to Menorca but def I need to go to Ibiza soon.
Love your photos! They are so fresh. I went to Ibiza for a wedding last year and stayed at Hotel es vive. it was ace!
Great article and beautiful pictures.
Not a place I have ever wanted to go but may consider it!
Wow! That looks like paradise! It looks so amazing and your photographs are superb!
Fabulous pictures and such a great guide for what to do day and night – sounds amazing!
You have way more fun traveling than I do. I need to find fun things to do when I travel. I’d love to visit there some day in the future if at all possible and will definitely use your guide if I’m so lucky to do so..
This year I have put Ibiza at the top of my list and hopefully your recommendations will come in handy.
It seems that you had a great Ibiza moment there. Ibiza is a great Summer package indeed. I also love enjoying the sea with a yacht!!
Ibiza looks amazing! Definitely on my list of places to travel! You look like you had an amazing time! Xx-Doran @HauteBeautyGuide
This guide is perfect timing! I’m hoping to plan a trip to Ibiza for my 30th in a few years!!
Great blog post! very interesting and brilliant photos! Keep it up.
This is such a beautiful place to visit. Every picture tells the story. I would love to visit here.
Ibiza looks amazing! It is definitely a trip that I would love to take, without my kids, LOL!
It sounds like you had a blast! That area looks so bright and festive. I’d love to visit. Added to the bucket list!
Ibiza looks absolutely beautiful! It’s been added to our list of places we’d love to visit. Everything from the cool places to stay to the tasty things to eat looks like it would be just our style! ps: So glad you had a great time. x
I always have this impression that Ibiza is the elite place for vacation and parties. I love your pohotographs and very inspiring to pursue an Ibiza getaway.
Love all these amazing photos! Ibiza looks like a fun place to be. I’m travel-envy!!!
Welp, that’s it, I need to visit. Wow, I’m intoxicated. Thanks for all the info!
I’ve never been to Ibiza but have heard so many good things about it. I’ve also lived in Spain for a while so I can imagine how beautiful the islands might be. Awesome photos as well :)
Ibiza is truly one of the best summer places in the world! Looks like you had greta fun, but I mean, who doesn’t have fun in Ibiza :D!
I have been close to visiting Ibiza a number of times but never have been! I know it is such a great place, and you show that!
This place looks like a beautiful spot to get lost and forget all your troubles. It is rich in history and culture and would be a great travel spot! Thanks for sharing
We went to Ibiza on our honeymoon and it was amazing. It’s so much more than a party island.
Ibiza looks lovely I didn’t realise the sea was so clear there and the sand so white. It does look like an amazing place to visit and your hotel recommendations sound and look great.
Oh wow KM5 sounds incredible, I love how the Ibiza you have shown us is so different to the ones I have seen in the media. this seems more classy and elegant x
Blue Marlin is my favourite place in Ibiza, such a cool place to have brunch and then slowly get into the champagne and party mood :)
Love this blog post and the great photos! It looks so fun to visit Ibiza! I hope I get a chance to visit Spain and Ibiza soon!
I’ve always wanted to visit Ibiza. The beaches and the night life look amazing. Not to mention the hotels. I will have to make this a trip soon.
You look so amazing. And Ibiza looks absolutely beautiful. I would love to visit this place. Just looks so amazing.
Ibiza wasn’t on my list before, but it is now. This place looks amazing from the water to the clubs.
have not been to ibiza before, but i think from this masterpiece here, its a sure bet of a destination for anyone to relax and have that get away time with family and loved ones. you sure had fun and your images are all so nice.
Wow – I am super jealous of you right now! It looks like such a gorgeous place, and a wonderful time.
What a cool and amazing place. You love awesome in your pics too. I think you enjoyed too much. Thanks for sharing.
I love this! this post shows another side to the Ibiza I thought I knew! I never wanted to go before now!
What an amazingly comprehensive post! I’ve never been to Ibiza as hardcore partying isn’t really my scene but it’s great to see that there is lots to do and places to go to suit all kinds of holiday makers.
The Nobu looks amazing as does all the other hotels. Beautiful place and some stunning photography.
I love Ibiza and Blue Marlin is the best party destination and to relax I always head to Formentera
My brother will fall in love with this place! It looks so wonderful and I’m sure he will have a great time attending parties. Your photos speak to me so much! xxx
Ibiza looks amazing and is somewhere I have always wanted to visit – perhaps not the clubbing aspect though
Your photos are gorgeous! Ibiza looks so beautiful. I’d love to visit someday.
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what a beautiful place Ibiza i,d love to see this place as soon as possible and also enjoy the club gathering its been too much fun and also love your photos thanks for sharing this
Thanks Sam x