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If it's nightlife you're after, you've come to the right place. The best clubs and DJs in the world; add a cosmopolitan mix of clubbers and holiday makers bent on having it; and then throw in some stars, celebrities and models for good measure; and what do you get? You get the summer party capital of the world...

 

Clubber's guides to the major resorts in Ibiza

It has to be said, it is quite easy to find buzzing nightlife in Ibiza. Nonetheless, each resort has it's own special atmosphere, so we thought we'd help you on your way by highlighting some of the best bars, clubs and action in Ibiza's three major clubbing resorts.

Ibiza

Although the doors are thrown open at midnight, most clubs only start to fill around 02.00 in the morning: so, it's off to one of the island's many pre-club bars to get into the spirit for the coming night. But where to?

As the day cools down the long Ibizan night warms up. In town, most of the action is located in the narrow streets of the old quarter. It's here where the onset of evening witnesses a startling transformation as Ibiza's extraordinary nocturnal fauna begins to stir. 'See and be seen' is the rule of the night as Ibiza's beautiful people emerge to rub shoulderpads with transvestites, the likes of which you've never seen before, ticket touts atop stilts and throngs of partygoers.

A little higher up, towards the Cathedral, the hippie-chic boutiques, fetish shops and many gay bars which line the Calle de la virgin - which literally means the street of the virgin! - make for a fascinating midnight stroll.

In the many bars that line the cobbled lanes of the harbour, do take time to sit down and admire the view and take advantage of the happy-hour prices (usually the second drink for free)!

Famous clubs Pacha and El Divino are only 10 minutes walk from the Port area, and if you want to make a real stylish entrance, There is a boat running regularly from Ibiza Town harbour right across to the front door of El Divino club.

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The aforementioned Calle de la Virgin is a must, Gay bars, tattoo and piercing studios (see below) and way-out sex shops. Otherwise sit down and relax in one of the many cocktail bars (see below) lining the port - simply the best way to admire the scenery!

Drinks are quite a bit more expensive than Playa d'en Bossa or San Antonio, expect to pay up to 6 € for a bottle of beer. Throughout the summer, Ibiza Town enjoys a very international mix of partygoers and a thriving gay scene. A must for everyone visiting the island! Nearby Talamanca is the perfect combination of quiet beach-side relaxing and nearness to Ibiza Town - just 10/15 minutes walk from Ibiza Port and right next door to the exclusive Marina.

Playa d’en Bossa

Playa d'en Bossa is 5-10 minutes from Ibiza Town harbour with a taxi, or 30 minutes walk. The beach is lined with cocktail bars and pubs, and house-music can be heard almost everywhere.
If you are looking for an action packed holiday around the clock, Playa d'en Bossa caters for just about every possible type of evening-out. Discos, bars, Irish pubs, German Biergartens... Playa d'en Bossa is also home to Space (next to the water park) and Bora-Bora (almost opposite Space on the beach).
A popular resort with younger clubbers (and singles), its proximity to Ibiza town make it a good starting venue for a clubbing holiday.

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New - Bungee Rocket in Playa d'en Bossa - for the ultimate post-Space kick.
Space - say no more: the clubber's club. Check out Bora-Bora Beach Club/Bar/Madhouse. Almost directly opposite Space on the beach. Tuesday and Sunday afternoons are the ones to watch. Great place for celebrity spotting, when the celebs let their hair down.
Playa d'en Bossa has many bars lining the streets, you can be guaranteed of cheap prices for drinks and food. Playa d'en Bossa plays host to a very international mix of tourists, and is a very popular destination for clubbers, being located midway between the style of Ibiza Town and the madness of Space and Bora Bora.

San Antonio

Long the preferred destination of the British tourist, San Antonio received a huge boost with the arrival of the major English clubs in 1994. Spearheaded by Manumission this 2nd English invasion breathed new life into the town and its club scene.

This influx led to the regeneration of old stalwarts Es Paradis and Eden (formerly Kaos) whilst spawning many new beach bars and chill-out cafés. The latter, are situated on the beaches of the West End, and along the bay of San An. It's in these cafés that many young clubbers gather each evening in summer to enjoy a drink whilst watching the sun go down over the tiny islands to the west of town.

From here it's only a stone's throw to the West End, home to the town's greatest concentration of bars and small discos. With its Happy Hours (2 drinks for the price of 1), booming house music and undeniable buzz, the West End serves as the ideal starting pointy for a night's clubbing. Further round the bay of San Antonio lies the island's sole beach-side trance venue, Kumharas.

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Sunsets
Romantic sunsets at Calo des Moro. The original Café del Mar has now been joined by Café Mambo, Savannah, Kanya and the newest 'super-café', the Coastline. These are very popular pre-club venues: the sunsets are breathtaking, the music chilled and you can find flyers for all the coming nights out - good way to keep informed as to what is going on that night. These bars are often the scene for spontaneous sets from big name DJs, and most of them hold pre-parties for the popular club nights.

San Antonio has many, many beds, catering for all price categories. Due to the huge concentration of bars in the town centre, the prices for drinks are kept low, and Happy-Hours with half-price drinks are popular. San Antonio is an ideal resort for younger clubbers who are unable to hire cars, as all the bars and clubs are within walking distance of one another. If you are staying in the Bay area, the Disco Bus is a great and cheap way of getting into the town centre.
The majority of clubbers visiting San Antonio are British. Although the numbers of German, Italian and French clubbers have increased dramatically over the last few years.

San Antonio Bay

The Bay is justifiably proud that it can more than hold its own when it comes to a variety of live entertainment scenes. You won't find the bar-upon-bar 'West End' scene of the main town, but you will find a number of good value venues, ranging from the small but excellent Discotheque 'Summum' to large entertainment centres with live shows, and all types of bars with live or DJ music and others with fun & games - there's definitely something for everyone.

The sunsets are seen almost as well as from the 'Sunset Strip' in San An. Take your pick from the beach bars along the Bay: The fabulous & famous Kumharas is recommended.

The Bay of San Antonio offers some first class and great value accommodation depending on your budget. It is a popular destination with young people and families alike, offering a quieter alternative to San Antonio, yet with almost all the variety and entertainment. There are regular connections to the main town of San Antonio, both by ferry and bus (and disco - bus in the summer clubbing season), the walk along the new promenade into town is a enjoyable alternative.

Santa Eulalia

Santa Eulalia is the perfect place to go out for a pub drink, a quizz or some good old fashioned pub-grub - clubbing and house music was left to the other resorts.
However, in recent years, this has now changed with the advent of music bar Guarana in the Marina. Boasting residents Matt Caselli (resident funky room Pacha) and Julian Amour (resident terrace for La Troya in Amnesia) as well as surprise guests such as Reche (resident Space), you can dance, chill on the terrace, drink cocktails and listen to the latest funky house sounds. Open all year!

Families

Santa Eulalia, Ibiza's third largest resort is only 21 kms from the airport and is a beloved destination for families and those seeking a quieter holiday. There is a beautiful, palm-lined promenade running the length of the broad and sandy beach, (which is perfectly safe for the kids), and some excellent hotels and apartments in and around the town itself.

Santa Eulalia has a long-established reputation as the island's gastronomic and cultural centre. Art Galleries, the beautiful and exclusive Yacht Marina, some of the island's best restaurants, some very exclusive shopping, and a thriving all-year community, ensure that life in Santa Eulalia is led at a rather slower and more relaxing pace. There are some excellent bars here too, but the nightlife is nothing like Ibiza or San Antonio.

Beaches

There are many  beaches in Ibiza and the best of the beach guides can be found here:

http://www.ibiza-spotlight.com/beach/island_map_i.htm

Beaches in Ibiza Town and the South
Talamanca
Figueretas
Playa d’en Bossa
Es Cavallet
Las Salinas
Cala Jondal
Sa Caleta

Beaches in San Antonio and the West
Calad’Hort
Cala Carbo
Cala Vadella
Cala Moli
Cala Tarida
Cala Conta
Cala Bassa
San Antonio Bay Town Beaches
San Antonio Town Beaches
Cala Salada

Beaches in Portinatx, San Miguel and the North
Puerto de San Miguel
Benirras
Cala Xarraca

Beaches in Santa Eulalia, Es Caná and the East
Figueral
Pou d’es Lleo
Cala Boix
Cala Lena
Cala Nova
Cala MartinaS’Agamassa
Cala Pada
Niu Blau
Santa Eulalia Town Beaches
Cala Llonga

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