Wearing the crown as Europe's hottest and most inclusive destination, Ibiza commands a soft spot amongst the gay and LGBTQ+ community. There’s a good reason for this: the Ibizan attitude to life, which it inspires in others, is towards freedom, openness, and a bit of hedonism to boot, and is reflected in the diverse people it attracts, representing all sexual orientations.
Offering a scene that celebrates expression, Ibiza not only invites you to stay in some of the finest and funnest establishments but also dance, dine, and adventure in some of the island's most notorious venues. There’s a LOT to get stuck into here, including gay parties, bars, and the Great LGBTQ+ March, which takes place every June with a glittering week-long Gay Pride celebration of freedom.
Figueretas resort on the fringe of Ibiza Town, Calle de La Virgen area in Ibiza's old port, and the often cheeky Es Cavallet beach are considered the scene's most buzzing locations and vibrant melting pots. They also offer a number of beautiful choices to rest, relax and recharge during your stay. Find out more about the LGBTQ+ friendly and nudist beaches here
With a huge range of accommodation styles and locations, the island is brimming with temptations to book your flights. However, for those keen to go all out and all in with their community counterparts, Ibiza offers a number of LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and exclusive adult-only gay hotels to enjoy.
Below, you’ll find a number of excellent options across the island that help you experience the island's life, love, and authentic soul.
LGBTQ+ friendly hotels
A bright and colourful beacon, The Purple Hotel is a celebrated adults-only gay accommodation in San Antonio. With flashes of purple throughout and rainbow accents to its sun-trap pool, its location makes it a popular destination for those wanting to experience the best of the west coast.
Situated only a few minutes from the beauty of the Sunset Strip, the fun of Ibiza Rocks Hotel and the West End, residents can relax during their stay knowing it's only adults who will cause any mischief. With Gianluca at the helm, his welcoming team of staff provides spacious rooms, great food, incredible cocktails, and superb service.
Set upon a beautiful beach front in San Antonio Bay, Axel Beach Ibiza - Adults Only is a 4-star gay aparthotel that offers pristine suites and apartments, with that added touch of luxe. With two large outdoor pools, skybar restaurant, a glass gym with sea views, and a spa with sauna, With a Hammam, jacuzzi, and a menu of indulgent massages and treatments on offer, this is a destination for those craving some island opulence.
One of the first hotels established in Ibiza Town, Cenit Hotel & Apartments has a long-standing history from its privileged viewpoint on the island. Gay-friendly, this is a quieter destination for those who’d like a taste of Ibiza’s natural charm. The incredible sea views can be taken in from the many lovely rooms or apartments across the complex, which also offers a fitness and wellness centre, restaurants and a swimming pool with dazzling views of Figueretas Beach.
The Concept Hotel Group has crafted some of the most beautifully bold hotels in Ibiza. With the intention of standing out from the crowd, each is stylishly themed, colourful, creative, and can be regularly seen flaunting itself all over Instagram.
Of the group, two top locations in San Antonio Bay hold the gaze of the island's LGBTQ+ visitor. Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel is an Art Deco dream, fused with Miami Ocean Drive style, and offers uniquely designed rooms, tattoo parlour, gallery, outdoor live music venue, and even a glass-fronted bedroom in reception.
A few minutes walk into the Bay, Los Felices Ibiza is a fashion-forward hotel, where each suite has been dedicated to a designer, and features a piece individually designed by them. Its huge grounds hold a Fashiontèque library, boutique, uber-cool music stage, and sumptuous pool.
An Ibiza icon, there are many reasons why Pikes Ibiza is such a famed location, where anything goes. Its legacy was established by flamboyant founder Tony Pike, who played host to a star-studded clientele, including some very special gay icons; Freddie Mercury, Grace Jones and George Michael.
Wham!'s famous Club Tropicana music video became an open invitation to gay, straight and any preference in between, who still make Pikes one of the coolest places to stay and party.
Accommodation close to the island's gay hotspots
If being amongst the action is at the top of the list, then there’s a huge variety of options, just a hop, skip, and jump from some of the liveliest gay-friendly spots on the island. While these may not be expressly LGBTQ+ friendly, they are, of course, warm and welcoming to all Ibiza lovers.
Over on the East coast, Hotel MiM Ibiza & Spa - Adults Only sits within walking distance of Playa d’en Bossa and Ibiza Town. A classy affair, its palm-fringed pool and Art Deco-themed entrance are just a taste of the sleek style the hotel boasts throughout its rooms and gorgeous rooftop skybar. Those wishing to treat themselves will not have to go far, as the fully renovated hydrotherapy circuit, gym, and treatment area could be a daily temptation.
Located on the Figueretas beachfront, One Ibiza Suites is a swish boutique base that will keep you close to the action. With every modern touch, including a state-of-the-art gym and heated rooftop infinity pool, it not only elevates your view but your experience. Set back from the palm-fringed Figueretas promenade, the Versers Hoteles Group offers two quality but slightly differing options.
The Apartamentos Mar y Playa welcomes groups, families, and friends into its spacious apartments. From here you can catch views of neighbouring island of Formentera whilst dining on its mouth-watering Mediterranean menu.
If your scene is bright and compact, then the Hotel Ibiza Playa is the place for you. Alternatively, if it's adults-only time you’re seeking, with easy transport connections to Es Cavallet and Las Salines beaches, and the bright lights of Ibiza Town, then Play Hotel Ibiza - Adults Only could be the comfortable connection for your island trip.
For that perfect union, Hostal Talamanca might be the one. A cute guesthouse, it is surrounded by the clear waters and the stunning stretch of Talamanca beach. Here you can soak up the rays before taking the easy stroll into Town, alongside the impressive Marina.
If dancing under the iconic Pacha cherries is on your bucket list (and we would highly recommend that it is) then the glittering lights of the world-famous club in the near distance will easily lure you in to El Hotel Pacha. For full Pacha escapism, this stylish, sleek and sumptuous hotel close to the centre of town, it's an Ibiza treat that’s well worth the investment.
For beach lovers, the Boutique Hostal La Curandera de Salinas is cute, quaint and incredibly cool, and only 400 metres from Las Salinas Beach. A popular location for the gay Ibiza holidaymaker, its individually styled bedrooms, shared garden space, fashion boutique and al-fresco yoga deck make this family-friendly space the ultimate hang-out.
Ibiza is a beautiful island that invites everyone to make it their holiday playground. We are proud that the island is still being recognised as an open-armed and open-hearted destination to all.
For everything you need for your holiday, our complete LGBTQ+ Guide has you covered.
