Ocean Drive, Ibiza Hotel, Spain
For a slice of South Beach in the heart of Ibiza look no further than the stunning Art Deco Ocean Drive Hotel - a place which for over a decade has been bringing year-round seaside glamour to the sparkling shores of Marina Botafoch.
Furnished by Dutch designer Mies van der Rohe, adorned with artwork by Spanish artist Antonio Villanueva and run with discrete charm by Viennese director Enrique Mandl Ocean Drive is the favourite resting place of the most fashionable of fashionable visitors and the hottest of hot DJs, attracting those residents from Amnesia, Space, Privilege and Pacha who desire a chic hideaway after hectic nights behind the decks, plus love the easy access to the delights of on-the-doorstep Ibiza Town.
Contrary to what you might think however, this is not a party hotel. The atmosphere is restful and rejuvenating offering those little extra touches you need to feel your best after dancing till dawn, such as breakfast served to your room until 4pm and the obligatory rock star accessory, late check out. And if you still manage to oversleep, Ocean Drive’s private limo service can whisk you to the airport in a flash. Crucially, for star guests and the camera shy, total comfort and privacy is guaranteed as photographers are banned.
With extras like these, it’s no wonder the 42 sumptuous rooms are booked solid all summer long. The average stay is just less than two nights – a sure sign this is a true jet-set destination and home-from-home for its loyal international clientele.
This story was published on June 4, 2008