First impressions matter - and at Atzaro our first impression was excellent. We arrived at night, driving along rough tracks to reach the secluded hotel, then walked down candlelit steps, past leafy flowerbeds, a floodlit lily pond and Buddha statues to reach the 300-year-old finca. Crickets were chirruping and the air was rich with aromas: oranges from the grove in which the hotel sits; lavender, thyme and rosemary from the flowerbeds; jasmine and geraniums.
Inside, things were colourful and cosy - our room a lovely blend of terracotta, golds and bronzes, with wood beamed ceilings and thick stone walls. By day, we discovered gorgeous grounds - the stone pathways lined with palm trees, pink bougainvillea and objets d’art. The whole place exuded calm and the Balinese spa made you desperate to don a white waffle robe and settle in for some pampering. Under the Balearic summer sun, the outdoor beds and many chill-out areas fill with the bronzed and the beautiful. Simply put, it was cool with a capital C.
Highs
- Everywhere you look there’s something to admire: stone statues, bronze Buddhas, a wooden bench shaped like a crocodile, a totem pole
- Vast bathtubs big enough for 2 and a whole host of luxurious toiletries, including a complimentary perfume
- Fantastic food - and lots of it - in the hotel's 2 restaurants
- Lots of secluded nooks to relax with a partner, with daybeds scattered everywhere
- A 6-temple, outdoor Balinese spa offering massages, beauty treatments, yoga classes, an aerobic pool, sauna, juice bar... if that doesn't cure your post-clubbing aches, nothing will
Lows
- Noise carries in the finca so bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper
- Though delicious, the menus in the onsite restaurants only change seasonally and you’d perhaps feel limited if you were staying a week
- The Orange Tree restaurant is only open for the peak summer months
- The WiFi didn't work in every room during our visit
Best time to go
The most popular time to go to Ibiza is during the summer months, when the clubs are open, the sun is shining and the towns are heaving. Hotels book up months in advance from May-Sept, so if you plan to come then, make your plans well in advance. However, there are definite advantages to visiting in the off-season months when things are quieter. In autumn the island is beautifully green and the days are often warm enough to go to the beach; in March, the almond trees are all in blossom and the countryside is stunning.
Our top tips
Pack loose, light clothing, preferably white. The relaxed hippy vibe is at full force here; expensive outfits that look thrown together are best. If you’re going clubbing, bring your most outrageous outfits; anything goes out here. If you’re coming in autumn bring warm clothes, summer clothes, and an umbrella. The weather is pretty unpredictable off season.
- Boutique Hotel
- 24 rooms
- Restaurants and bars (open daily)
- Not ideal
- Closed: 23 Nov 2024 - 27 Feb 2025
- Outdoor Pool
- Spa Treatments
- Beach Nearby
- Pet Friendly
- Disabled Access
- Car recommended
- Parking
- Restaurants Nearby
- WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Guest Lounge
- Terrace
- Garden
- Gym
Rooms
The 24 bedrooms are split between the finca and a separate annexe across the road. The finca’s rooms are typically Ibizan: thick whitewashed walls, tiny windows, exposed Sabina wood beam ceilings and antique furniture. Our Superior Suite had an outside seating area, with 2 cushion strewn sofas, as well as a daybed and a second seating area within the actual room.
The decor was a blend of Asian and European furnishings and it was bursting with wow factor: a wood-burning fire, a comfy four-poster bed loaded with pillows and top-quality white linen, TV, minibar and dark-wood wardrobes. The floors were terracotta tiled, and a smattering of silk bronze and gold cushions plus a scarlet Rajasthani rug gave it some warmth. Best of all though, the more you looked around, the more there was to see: vintage ceramics in the corner, a vast modern painting on the wall, hand-painted screen doors to the bathroom and a gorgeous copper lantern. The only downside was the noisy air con, but in high season this is probably a godsend.
The bathroom was equally decadent, dominated by a vast sunken bath and large skylight. Ibiza del Campo goodies were provided for pampering, and the added extras were fantastic: shaving kits, dental kits, complimentary bottles of perfume.
The more modern bedrooms in the annexe across the road were also lovely (bright colours, funky paintings, walk-in rain showers) but lacked the rustic charm of the finca. Honeymooners should opt for a Deluxe Suite, which are vast (70 sq.m) with their own plunge pool and outdoor bathtubs in a private garden area.
Features include:
- Minibar
- Safe box
- WiFi
Eating
La Veranda is the hotel's main restaurant, which serves fresh Mediterranean dishes made from vegetables from the garden. It’s open all day every day, offering a choice between an a la carte or a 5-course tasting menu.
This is where breakfast is served: an impressive buffet spread of fresh fruit platters, homegrown OJ, pastries, Spanish cheeses and hams, yoghurts and a range of cooked choices (French omelettes, scrambled egg with mushrooms). We were particularly taken with the homebaked breads - their sweet carrot bread with a dollop of jam was way too moreish.
Only open in the summer, guests spill out onto the palm-fringed patio and dine on fine farm-to-fork cuisine inspired by the surroundings. Choose from a mixture of exotic tapas platas (tuna tartare with quails' eggs, caramelised octopus with hot potato foam) or an a la carte 3-course menu. We went a la carte: my noodles with red prawns, rock mussels and clams were excellent, and the crispy suckling pig with roasted pineapple and cardamon also got rave reviews. If you're wiser than us, you'll leave room for a dessert: coconut brioche with strawberry infusion, chocolate torte with passion fruit...
The Open Air Lounge bar is the place to head after dinner. Here, cocktails, tapas and live music flow into the early hours in true Ibiza fashion. There are also the Pool Bar and Spa Bar for relaxed daytime refreshments.
Features include:
- Bar
- Organic produce
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Vegetarian options
Activities
- Bliss out in the hotel's Zen Balinese spa - an awesome 6-temple mecca with an aerobic pool, sauna and steam rooms. The range of treatments is heavenly - Ole Henriksen Facials for Glowing Beauty, Reiki, Cupping, Zen Shiatsu massages, deluxe Asian cream baths
- Begin the day with the morning's complimentary exercise class, which consists of yogalates, stretching and crossfit
- And finish the day with one or 2 sundown cocktails at the Chill-out area - a big outdoor bar space, with daybeds for lounging on and a vast projector showing music videos - or on the beach at Chringuito
- Hit the clubs: Pacha in Eivissa is always popular, Privilege and Amnesia in San Rafael both have sunrise dance floors and Space hosts the hugely successful 'We love Sundays', which goes from 8am on Sunday to 6am Monday
- Clear a morning head with a brisk swim in the lagoon pool, then go back to sleep on a lounger
- Spend a day in Eivissa, Ibiza's capital, and wander through narrow streets in the stunning Old Town up to the hilltop cathedral, with fantastic views of the island
- Play golf, then go riding, sailing, fishing or diving: reception can organise various activities and excursions
- Visit the various pottery shops in trendy San Rafael, or call in at one of the many outlet stores and pick up beautiful ceramics to take home
- Head to the south of the island and visit the Ses Salines salt plains, then chill out on the beach with the same name
- Get shopping: the hippy markets at Es Canar (Wednesdays) and San Carlos (also called Sant Carles, Saturdays) are great: handmade jewellery, fab leather goods, lovely clothes and various forms of art
Activities on site or nearby include:
- Fishing
- Golf
- Historical sites
- Horse riding
- Nightlife
- Sailing
- Scuba diving
- Shopping / markets
- Snorkelling
- Swimming
- Well being
- Yoga
Kids
Children are allowed but it's not an ideal atmosphere for them. The main clientele are couples/groups of friends, so it can be quite noisy late at night.
Best for:
Babies (0-1 years), Toddlers (1-4 years)
Family friendly accommodation:
Cots Available, Extra Beds Available
Babysitting:
Babysitting available by arrangement
Baby equipment:
Baby cots available on request
Remember baby and child equipment may be limited or need pre-booking
For more family-friendly places, see our Kids Collection
Location
Atzaro is situated in Sant Joan, inland in northeast Ibiza. It’s a 30-minute drive from the airport, 20 minutes from Eivissa and 20 minutes from San Antoni.
By Air:
Ibiza (20km). Click on the links below for a list of airlines serving these airports.
From the Airport
The hotel can sometimes provide a transfer service – please enquire when booking. If not, there are loads of taxis at the airport; expect to pay around €30.
By Car:
We’d highly recommend hiring a car when you’re in Ibiza as it’s by far the easiest way to get about. The roads are relatively quiet, and you soon get to know the main routes around the island. It also means you can reach the secluded beaches and more rural areas, all of which are beautiful. See our car rental recommendations.
Detailed directions will be sent to you when you book through i-escape.com.
More on getting to Ibiza and getting around
Airports:
- Ibiza 20.0 km IBZ
Other:
- Beach 5.0 km
- Shops 5.0 km
- Restaurant 2.0 km
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