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We've lived and explored every corner of this island. These are the places we send our friends to — and now, our guests
Our Ibiza picks
We've lived and explored every corner of this island. These are the places we send our friends to — and now, our guests.
Hidden coves & crystal waters
Ibiza's coastline is full of surprises. Beyond the famous beaches, there are quiet coves with turquoise waters, flat rocks perfect for sunbathing, and secret spots where you'll feel like you have the Mediterranean all to yourself.
Cala Vedella
A wide, crescent-shaped bay with soft sand and calm, shallow waters — perfect for families and snorkelling. The cliffs on either side create a natural shelter, and the small fishing boats bobbing in the harbour give it an authentic, unhurried charm. Stay for dinner at one of the beachfront restaurants and watch the sun dip behind the cliffs.
Cala Comte (Platges de Comte)
Arguably the most beautiful beach on the island. The water shifts between impossible shades of turquoise and emerald, and the views of the offshore islands are breathtaking. Several small coves and flat rock platforms give you plenty of options. Arrive by 4pm in summer to find a good spot, or come in the morning for a quieter experience.
Cala d'Hort
The beach with the view. From Cala d'Hort you look straight out at Es Vedrà, the dramatic 400-metre rock rising from the sea that has become Ibiza's most iconic landmark. The beach is a mix of sand and pebbles, the water is crystal clear, and the setting feels wilder and more unspoiled than most spots on the island.
Cala Escondida
The name means "hidden cove" — and it earns it. Tucked between rocky outcrops just south of Cala Comte, this small beach has a rustic, eco-friendly chiringuito with cushions on the rocks, cold sangría, and a front-row seat to one of the best sunsets on the island. More of a sunset destination than a full-day beach, but absolutely worth it.
Cala Bassa
A wide, sandy bay surrounded by pine trees with calm, shallow water. Cala Bassa has more facilities than the quieter calas — the Cala Bassa Beach Club offers good food and cocktails right on the sand, and you can rent paddleboards, take boat rides, or just spread out on the generous stretch of white sand.
Farm-to-table & sunset dinners
Ibiza's food scene goes far beyond the beach clubs. From traditional fincas serving wood-fired dishes to elegant countryside restaurants surrounded by gardens, these are the places where the island's flavours shine brightest.
El Carmen — Cala d'Hort
Perched above Cala d'Hort with a direct view of Es Vedrà, El Carmen is one of those restaurants where the setting alone would be worth the trip — but the food delivers too. Fresh fish, rice dishes, and classic Mediterranean plates served as the sun sets behind the rock. This is the Ibiza dining experience postcards are made of.
Can Pilot
A true Ibizan institution since 1989. Located in the village of Sant Rafel, in the heart of the island, Can Pilot is famous for its charcoal-grilled meats — and for the mini grills brought to your table so you can cook each cut exactly to your liking. T-bone steak, lamb chops, Ibérico pork and Catalan sausages in a lively, rustic atmosphere beloved by locals. No pretension, just excellent food.
Aubergine by Atzaró
Set in a restored ancient finca surrounded by bougainvillea, lemon trees, and fairy-lit pergolas, Aubergine is one of Ibiza's most charming dining experiences. Ingredients come from their own 300-hectare organic farm, and the menu celebrates the island's seasonal produce. The kind of place where a long lunch drifts naturally into evening drinks.
Es Boldadó
A seafood restaurant perched on the cliffs above Cala d'Hort, with dramatic views of Es Vedrà from every table. Run by the Tur Torres family for over thirty years, the menu celebrates the sea — their bullit de peix (traditional fish stew) with arroz a banda is the star dish. One of the few beach restaurants open year-round, and watching boats arrive below while you eat is a quintessential Ibiza moment.
Anita Bar Restaurante
One of the most authentic and oldest bars in Ibiza, Anita has been serving homemade tapas in the village of San Carlos for over 60 years. Simple food, genuine atmosphere, and their legendary homemade hierbas ibicencas — the anise-flavoured liquor they've been producing for half a century. A taste of real island life.
Nature, culture & wellness
There's a side of Ibiza that has nothing to do with nightclubs. Ancient hiking trails with panoramic views, hippy markets full of handmade treasures, yoga at sunrise, and boat trips to hidden corners of the coastline — this is the Ibiza we fell in love with.
Sa Talaia summit hike
At 475 metres, Sa Talaia is the highest point on the island. The hike to the top is moderate and takes about 45 minutes from the starting point near Sant Josep. On a clear day, the reward is a 360-degree panorama of the entire island, Formentera, and the open Mediterranean stretching to the horizon.
Las Dalias Hippy Market
Ibiza's most famous market has been running since 1985 in San Carlos, in the north of the island. Every Saturday, over 250 stalls sell handmade jewellery, leather goods, vintage clothing, art, and local products like hierbas ibicencas and Salinas salt. Live music, food stands, and a genuine bohemian atmosphere make this more of a cultural experience than a shopping trip.
Boat trip to Formentera
Ibiza's smaller sister island is just a short boat ride away and feels like stepping into the Caribbean. White sand beaches, water so clear the boats seem to float in mid-air, and a pace of life even slower than Ibiza's countryside. You can take the public ferry or rent a private boat for the day and stop at hidden coves along the way.
Sunset at Es Vedrà viewpoint
The viewpoint above Cala d'Hort, known as Torre des Savinar or the "pirate tower", offers the most dramatic sunset vista on the island. A short but steep walk takes you to the old watchtower perched on the cliff edge, with Es Vedrà directly in front of you and the sun sinking into the sea behind it. Bring a bottle of wine.
Yoga & wellness retreats
Ibiza has a thriving wellness scene rooted in the island's long history as a place of spiritual retreat. Several centres near Can Tumasito offer drop-in yoga sessions, guided meditation, and full retreat programmes. From sunrise vinyasa on clifftops to sound healing ceremonies under the stars — the perfect complement to a week of doing very little.