Why we love it?
Newly opened in July 2021. This hotel is everything you would expect from The Six Senses Group, but with a dedication to eco-friendly design. If you’re committed to making a difference, without compromising on luxury, then this is the place to stay. This retreat is proudly free from single use plastics, with an in-house Earth Lab that aims to teach guests about sustainability and an onsite boutique, The Agora, which sells a selection of restored and recycled clothes.
The attention to detail is evident, right down to the pillow menu for each of the 116 bedroom escapes including townhouses, poolside suites and beachfront caves. All the accommodations blend into the contours of the pristine Xarraca Bay with sea views and immaculate design.
The restaurants, including HaSalon led by chef Eyal Shani, uses organic ingredients sourced from the company’s own farm, a 400-year-old olive press and agricultural estate. With an abundance of fresh produce, the farm supplies many of the resorts restaurants and cafes.
Get it right: Based on the northern tip of the island, be sure to explore around Cala Xuclar, Lunch at La Paloma and shop the local Sunday craft market at bohemian San Juan. Also, if visiting with kids, there is a kids club, ‘Grow With Six Senses’ to keep little ones entertained as well as educated throughout your stay.
Pricing : Doubles from £540.
Why we love it?
Located in the hills near Cala Gracio bay, the laid-back OKU Ibiza has taken residence in 2021. Here, design has moved away from the all-white aesthetic traditionally known in Ibiza, in favour of earthy, neutral tones, with uses of wood cladding and concrete to reflect the natural materials and simplicity of beach living. Rooms include penthouse suites, swim to rooms and a 4 bedroom villa for exclusive hire. With impressive views all round, OKU houses one of the largest pools on the island as its grand centre piece.
Two restaurants are on site and overseen by chef Mark Vaessen. With innovative menu’s from their take on Wagyu to Toro with caviar, the former SUSHISAMBA chef showcases his mastery of Japanese cuisine.
Encouraging a slower way of life, where guests are invited to complimentary daily yoga on the rooftop, and the spa is well worth a visit.
Get it right :
It’s a good idea to pack more than just a bikini here. To fully engage with all it has to offer, with all the classes and hillside terrain, comfortable footwear and athleisure wear would be well used at OKU.
Pricing : Doubles from £323.
Why we love it?
In a countryside setting, tucked away down a bumpy road between Ibiza town and Santa Eulalia; this farmhouse-turned guesthouse is perfectly located to explore two of Ibiza’s most vibrant towns. It is a retreat full of inspiration, in shades of blue and white, with pink parasols, fruit trees, and traditional Ibicenco walls which surround two serene swimming pools.
Housed here are 12 light and airy rooms, each decorated individually. Some are characterised by slate-coloured floors and crisp white walls, others have splashes of colour. Each with a private outdoor terrace for soaking up the views and magnificent gardens.
Stumble through the charming gardens to uncover intimate chill-out areas dressed with plumped up with cosy cushions, dangling crystals and softly lit lanterns. The al fresco terraces are lined by exotic foliage cascading over wrought-iron tables and chairs making this a laid-back, chic, Bohemian hideaway. This may be why it has been a sought-after destination for many fashion shoots.
The Restaurant sees people travel from all across the island to experience the themed nights. From a Moroccan inspired menu to the Asian themed night. Breakfast is included in typical French style. Be sure to take your time over the heavenly homemade carrot cake and crêpes which are truly indulgent.
This dreamy location is a characterful slice of French elegance, in the Ibizan countryside.
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As well as two pools, tennis courts and inviting hammocks, yoga sessions, cookery classes and special health weeks can be arranged.
Pricing : Doubles from £130 per night.