Cala Comte
For the west-coast colour palette: clear water, rocky views and a sunset that deserves the whole afternoon. Arrive early in high season.
Lipous' local picks
THE IBIZA GUIDE
FOR 3, 5 & 7 DAYS
A DJ's route through the island: the beaches to swim, places to stay, sunsets worth slowing down for, and the music that makes an Ibiza trip feel complete.
Start here
IBIZA IS BETTER WHEN YOU MIX IT UP.
Give the island room to change pace. Start with a beach morning, move into a long lunch or boat day, catch a sunset, then choose one proper night out. This guide is built around the places I return to when friends ask how to experience Ibiza beyond a single party.
Stay in Playa d'en Bossa if you want the easiest route to the beach, clubs and Jet Pool Party. For the west coast, make time for the coves around Cala Tarida and Cala Comte; for salt flats and a more open horizon, head south to Ses Salines.
My favourite beaches
SWIM, RESET, REPEAT.
Six different sides of Ibiza, each with its own rhythm. Bring water, give yourself time and do not try to fit them all into one rushed day.
Cala Tarida
A relaxed beach day on the west side, with an easy mix of sand, sea and long, slow afternoons before heading toward San Antonio for sunset.
Cala Bassa
Come for the clear water and stay for lunch. Plan enough time to enjoy the beach-club atmosphere, then settle into a long afternoon by the sea.
Playa d'en Bossa
The practical base for music, beach clubs and daytime energy. It is where you stay close to the action without needing to over-plan the day.
Ses Salines
South-facing, social and open. A classic choice for a beach day that can naturally continue into an evening around Ibiza Town.
Cala Sant Vicent
For a quieter north-island escape, with a broad bay and a slower pace. It is worth the drive when you want a beach day away from the busiest south-coast spots.
Choose your pace
3, 5 OR 7 DAYS IN IBIZA
These itineraries are intentionally spacious. Pick the moments that match your energy rather than treating Ibiza like a checklist.
The first Ibiza
- Day 1: settle into Playa d'en Bossa, swim, then join Jet Pool Party if you are there on Wednesday.
- Day 2: Cala Comte or Cala Tarida in the afternoon, followed by San Antonio sunset.
- Day 3: Ibiza Town, the marina and a night chosen from the current club calendar.
Beach, boat & music
- Keep the three-day rhythm, then add Ses Salines for a full south-coast day.
- Book a boat trip to Formentera for the water, lunch and slower island pace.
- Make time for a sunset drink at Café Mambo or Golden Buddha.
The full island week
- Add a scenic stop to see Es Vedrà, ideally around golden hour.
- Walk the old town walls, then enjoy an evening around the castle and marina.
- Leave one day unplanned: Ibiza is at its best when you can follow a recommendation, a beach mood or a new set of friends.
Food stops & local walks
WHERE THE DAY KEEPS GOING.
A few relaxed food moments to build into the route — personal stops rather than a full restaurant list.
Sea-view lunch or late afternoon
Walk the Figueretas promenade around lunchtime or near sunset, then choose one of the seafront restaurants for a relaxed meal with the water in front of you.
Afternoon at Tahiti Beach
Come by Tahiti Beach for a drink with me during the afternoon. As the manager, I can point you towards the best current drink promotions and help you settle into the Playa d'en Bossa mood.
Plaça del Parc to the port
Start at Plaça del Parc, where the terrace bars create an easy early-evening atmosphere, then continue on foot through the old streets towards the port for a relaxed walk by the water.
Lunch by the beach
Start with the water, then stay for lunch at On The Beach. The setting makes it a natural pause before the drive back across the island.
Tapas and a cold beer
Take a walk through the town centre, sit at a bar or restaurant and order Spanish tapas with a beer. It is a calmer, more local-feeling break from the party route.
Golden Buddha at sunset
For a sunset drink, head to Golden Buddha on the San Antonio promenade. Go a little before golden hour, slow down and let the sea view set the pace for the evening.
Music & nightlife
THE PARTY PICKS
Ibiza works best when you choose one great event rather than trying to cover every venue. These are the experiences I would look for during the season.
- Jet Pool Party: every Wednesday in Playa d'en Bossa — free entrance from 1 PM to 8 PM, with Lipous live from 4 PM to 8 PM.
- Pacha: look for Solomun +1 dates when the season calendar is live.
- Amnesia: watch for Joseph Capriati dates and choose a night that fits your trip.
- elrow at [UNVRS]: look for Saturday dates if you want a full-scale production — the décor, characters and atmosphere are fantastic.
- Blue Marlin: a Sunday session is a strong choice for beach-club energy.
- Ushuaïa: choose one open-air show from the current programme and book early when it is a headline date.
Where to stay
CHOOSE YOUR BASE.
For a first trip, Playa d'en Bossa gives you the easiest mix of beach, restaurants, transport and nightlife. These are my practical starting points.
Jet Apartments
A direct Playa d'en Bossa base if you want to be close to the beach and the daytime party rhythm.
Torre del Mar
A comfortable choice near the action, with a calmer feel when you want to balance day plans and late nights.
The Twiins
A practical option for travellers looking for a lively setting and easy access to the south of the island.
Mare Nostrum
A useful budget-minded base with good location for Playa d'en Bossa and Ibiza Town.
Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel
For guests who want to build the trip around the venue. Check current room packages and event-access terms before booking.
FERGUS
A strong value option with a good location. Choose it when you want to stay close to the action while keeping the accommodation budget more comfortable.
A Lipous recommendation
START YOUR WEDNESDAY AT JET POOL PARTY.
Free entrance, poolside energy and House Music in Playa d'en Bossa.
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