Hotel Hacienda Na Xamena
Ibiza
OVERVIEW
Located in a beautiful clifftop setting, built into the surrounding limestone hills, this stunning hotel opened over 40 years ago and was built by visionary Belgian architect Daniel Lipszyc. The hotel is now run by his son, Alvar, who is meticulously updating the hotel, one section at a time. The hotel feels intensely private, surrounded by pine forests with beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. Nearby you’ll find the small port village of Sant Miquel, which has a lovely beach and several restaurants.
Onsite you’ll find plenty of amenities, including a spa, three pools (one indoor) and a selection of cascading seawater thalassotherapy pools which will rejuvenate you after a night out, Ibiza-style. There are several sun terraces to relax on, plus a laid-back lounge where you can chill out on giant lizard-shaped cushions and order up cocktails as you watch the sunset. There’s just the one restaurant – Eden, which serves local produce – and a great breakfast terrace. The hotel utilises as many local ingredients as possible, and even has its own organic garden.
Rooms are calm and whitewashed, with pops of colour and interest from the furnishings. Balconies offer beautiful views and every room has a Jacuzzi bathtub in the bedroom, so you can enjoy a soak and watch the sunset (before heading out on the town, perhaps).
SUMMARY
Rooms: 77
Location: Sant Miquel, Ibiza
Nearest Airport: Ibiza International Airport
Board Basis: Room Only, Bed & Breakfast, Half Board
6 Reasons to visit Hotel Hacienda Na Xamena
- The open-air lounge is stuffed with giant cushions perfecting for relaxing with a sundowner
- Absolutely beautiful location built into the side of a cliff
- One excellent restaurant, with a great choice of menus
- The cascading thalassotherapy pools are the perfect way to spend an afternoon
- Close to local amenities, including the airport and a pretty village with bars and a beach
- The Eden category rooms have beautiful outdoor plunge pools and terraced gardens
It’s definitely worth paying the additional £30 for the 45-minute thalassotherapy session in the hotel’s cascading pools. Gaze out at the view as you lie back and get gently pummelled by massage jets of seawater.
Where to stay
If you choose to stay at Hotel Hacienda Na Xamena you’ll find that almost all of the rooms and suites have views of the sea. Indulge by staying in one of the Eden-category rooms, which have large hot tubs and private gardens. The interiors are whitewashed and neutral, with Ibiza vibes like silver sofas. Glass walls mean you can see from the shower through to the sea beyond.
It’s definitely worth paying the additional £30 for the 45-minute thalassotherapy session in the hotel’s cascading pools. Gaze out at the view as you lie back and get gently pummelled by massage jets of seawater.
What to do
The hotel’s spectacular location means you may spend a great deal of time simply gazing out into the distance, but if you’d like to fill your days with activities there’s plenty to do. Tennis courts, a fitness centre, sauna, steam room and spa will take care of your mind, while the hotel’s delicious restaurant and relaxed alfresco bar with take care of your stomach.
It’s definitely worth paying the additional £30 for the 45-minute thalassotherapy session in the hotel’s cascading pools. Gaze out at the view as you lie back and get gently pummelled by massage jets of seawater.
What and Where to Eat
The hotel has just one restaurant, Eden, which serves a la carte dishes and a set menu which changes daily dependent on the produce that’s available. Most of the vegetables come from the small organic vegetable garden onsite, and you can opt for cooking classes with the head chef, choosing your ingredients from the garden. Breakfasts are served on the terrace by the pool; choose from a bountiful buffet selection packed with local produce and eggs made to order. There’s also an open-air lounge that’s perfect for cocktails.
It’s definitely worth paying the additional £30 for the 45-minute thalassotherapy session in the hotel’s cascading pools. Gaze out at the view as you lie back and get gently pummelled by massage jets of seawater.
When to travel
| Month | Temp(C) |
Sun(hrs) |
Rain(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan |
12 | 7 | 42 |
Feb |
13 | 8 | 38 |
Mar |
14 | 9 | 33 |
Apr |
16 | 10 | 36 |
May |
18 | 12 | 27 |
Jun |
22 | 13 | 12 |
Jul |
25 | 13 | 8 |
Aug |
26 | 13 | 8 |
Sep |
24 | 10 | 30 |
Oct |
21 | 8 | 54 |
Nov |
16 | 8 | 39 |
Dec |
13 | 7 | 36 |