The Best Luxury Hotels in Ibiza, Spain

The famous Hard Rock brand has turned it up to 11 with its Ibiza luxuy hotel experience. If you’re up for the party, rock out at one of its regular live-music events, or bring it to your room with loaner guitars and vinyl collections. Live it up in a Rock Star Suite – which has a round bed, huge hot tub and bar – or boost your wellbeing at a DJ-led yoga session. Afterwards, recline and detox on a canopied daybed, right on the longest beach on the island.

When Coco Chanel has inspired a hotel, expect something a little special, which Bless Hotel delivers. Its black-and-white colour scheme with pops of pastel continues oh-so-chicly throughout the property. Its Bathology concept is a fine example of its unashamedly hedonistic philosophy, where soap butlers take the bubbling bathing experience to the next level. The chef behind the cuisine has a Michelin-star heritage, and the Epic Infinity Lounge is the stuff of holiday fantasies.

There’s something of a citadel feel about the Insotel Fenicia Prestige Suites and Spa, both in the imposing sandstone-hued façade and sheer size. The range of high-end facilities certainly matches the grandeur, with the deluxe spa offering a dizzying range of treatments and therapies. A huge swimming pool with a hydromassage zone and numerous clamshell loungers take centre stage, while dining takes the form of a vast buffet restaurant and three excellent à la carte eateries.

Fusing the vibes of a Japanese Zen garden with the laid-back, whitewashed style of the Mediterranean, Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay is arguably the most relaxing hotel on the island. From the moment you step into the lobby, which has sweeping views over the infinity pool, a sense of calm will wash over you. It has six drinking and dining options – including namesake restaurant Nobu – as well as a hair salon and spa for some pampering before heading out for the night. The nightclub Pacha is nearby if you’re looking for a boogie, and when it’s time to hang up your dancing shoes, the hotel is a five-minute walk away.

Paradiso Ibiza is the pinnacle of retro-cool. The bold and kitschy design is dominated by millennial pink and minty pastel shades and accented by eccentric contemporary art and neon lights in the ’70s-style rooms (complete with Smeg fridges and Marshall speakers). Every inch of this hotel comes ready-made for your social media feed – especially out by the pool, where candy-striped pergolas and a cylindrical bar resemble something from Miami in the ’60s. Reflecting the hedonistic and fun-loving attitude of the island, extras include an on-site tattoo parlour and Mustang rental, and the slightly bonkers opportunity to stay the night for free in the glass-walled suite that sits in the lobby.

Set in a quiet corner on the west coast of the island, 7Pines Kempinski has claimed prime real estate on a cliff edge, between the Mediterranean Sea and bucolic pine forests. It’s a romantic getaway, sequestered from the thumping beats. There are pools on-site, but beach lovers can head to the idyllic Cala Codolar, which is just 200m (656ft) away. After a day on the sand, return for a modern Asian meal at the View, aptly named for its views, especially the Balearic Isles sunsets.

The Hotel Mirador de Dalt Vila dates back to 1904 and oozes period charm amid the city’s ancient walls. Original art and genuine antique furnishings adorn this one-time family townhouse, creating an elegant and timeless feel that combines with top-notch service for a five-star experience. If you want to splash out, the Grand Suite features a bathroom sauna, gym and jacuzzi, along with sweeping views of the Mediterranean.

Meliá’s ME brand is known for its fashionable Balearic beach-club atmosphere, and the ME Ibiza doesn’t disappoint. The rooftop terrace has an adults-only infinity pool, complete with sweeping views, while a second pool hosts live DJs daily. It’s also surprisingly family-friendly, with a kids’ club and a separate pool for the little ones. The suites crank up the luxury, with sea-view terraces and private pools, while neighbouring Nikki Beach hosts some of the hottest live acts on the island.

Its natural stone elements and crisp Balearic linens combine with contemporary styling and a laid-back atmosphere to make the eco-friendly Aguas de Ibiza a luxurious favourite. Designed using feng shui principles, the guest rooms and suites feature natural woods and floor-to-ceiling windows that make the most of the sea views. The rooftop pool also boasts incredible panoramas, and there are several outstanding on-site restaurants.

The Hacienda Na Xamena’s location is a beautiful one, set on a coastal cliff and surrounded by a pine forest. It opened more than 40 years ago and was the first five-star hotel on the island. Today, the son of the hotel’s architect runs the characterful property, where Balearic boho-chic abounds. It features sea views from most of the 77 rooms, with some suites adding private gardens with hot tubs. But stealing the show is a series of heated seawater pools linked by tiered waterfalls that seem to cascade down the cliff – not a bad spot to enjoy the views.

Sitting in the centre of the island, surrounded by sun-kissed fields, ancient olive trees and pine forests, Ca Na Xica’s setting is nothing short of idyllic. This adults-only boutique retreat blends minimalist Balearic chicness with rustic charm and offers top-notch facilities such as a chlorine-free swimming pool, an inside-outside spa and a small man-made beach. As an all-suite property, accommodation is roomy and stuffed with high-end amenities.

Boho-chic collides with Louis XV in this rural mansion villa, featuring spectacular views over the surrounding pine forests. The hotel has just 12 individually styled rooms and suites, divided between the main building and adjoining stone tower. Relax on one of several daybeds lining the pool or soak in the poolside jacuzzi. For those fancying a cheeky night out, the buzzing nightlife of San Antonio is a short drive away.

The Grand Palladium Palace Ibiza Resort and Spa is one of the island’s more upmarket resorts. It has everything you could want, including several pools (for adults and children), 11 drinking and dining establishments, an adults-only luxury spa and an endless list of activities to keep the little ones entertained. It’s set behind Playa d’en Bossa, with beach access mere steps away, while a top-notch all-inclusive plan makes for a stress-free stay.