Have you ever wondered where you could spend a day luxuriating at one of the island's top hotels, without actually staying there? Well, luckily, we have the access codes to the island's most desired destinations right here for you, and best of all, no room key is required.
Yes, you too can rejuvenate in a world-class spa, find your flow with an al fresco yoga session, or simply relax on a plush sunbed, as you sip from a signature cocktail list and savour high-end cuisine. Divine.
Whether you are looking for a day pass or simply somewhere that you can order lunch or a lounger and thus gain access to the fabulous facilities, you'll find that Ibiza has plenty of options.
Around Ibiza Town
The Playa Pacha's Pool Day Pass at family-friendly Destino Five Ibiza is one of the island's most glamorous daytime destinations, thanks to its panoramic sea views, live DJs spinning Balearic beats, deluxe sunbeds and jacuzzis, plus Mediterranean dining throughout the day. Show up early, leave late, repeat. From €80 per person, fully redeemable on food and beverage.
You can read about our day poolside at Destino Five Ibiza here.
Ibiza's glitziest resort, Playa d'en Bossa, could hardly be absent from this guide, which is where adults-only bohemian beach retreat The Unexpected Ibiza Hotel comes in. Three different passes are available in The Oyster & Caviar Bar and The Beach, Unexpected Ibiza, starting at €60 (depending on the time of year) and offer a great selection of ways to relax, dine and enjoy its beautiful surroundings.
Experience the 5* excellence at Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay in Talamanca with their ‘Day Experience’ pass, as you live the life of luxury, unwinding in style at the Beach Deck, whichever way fits your mood.
Take your pick between a spot by the family-friendly pool or its adults-only oasis. Whether you’re after a tranquil escape with friends or a fun-filled afternoon with the kids, at Nobu you can do it all.
The price of day passes varies, with minimum spend requirements that differ by group size and sunbed type; all are 100% fully redeemable on food and drinks. Complimentary valet parking is included in your day pass.
You can read about our day poolside at Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay here.
Decorated in Dolce&Gabbana, CLAP HOUSE Ibiza Pool Club and Restaurant may not be a hotel, but it is one of the sexiest destinations to lounge for the day. Located in the hills of Cap Martinet, in Talamanca, its 50-metre-long swimming pool is framed by plush day beds and trimmed in leopard print, delivering the ultimate WOW factor. See it for yourself with their day pass, which starts at €150 and includes €120 credit on food & beverages.
You can read about our day poolside at CLAP HOUSE here.
Around Santa Eulalia
Unwind amid the privileged setting of W Ibiza with its Day Pass options, starting from €75 per person. Choose between the Wet Day Pass (access to Wet Deck pool area) or Glow Day Pass (access to GLOW rooftop and pool area), both offering use of a double sunbed, towels, and credit for food and drink.
You can read about our day poolside at W Ibiza here.
Also on the seafront, the four-star Hotel Riomar offers day passes (from €60 pp, depending on time of year) that grant access to all its facilities, including the pool, beach, and credit to use in the restaurant. Opt for the Wellness option, and enjoy a 30-minute massage, ice bath, yoga, and credit for food and beverages.
Experience the full dolce vita experience with the day pass at the super stylish, retro-style hotel Mongibello Ibiza, in Siesta, just outside Santa Eulalia. Here you can enjoy exclusive, tranquil poolside luxury in an adults-oriented setting (for ages 11+). Day passes are €100, which include a towel, use of facilities, and €80 of credit to be used on food and beverages. Discounts for residents are available.
You can read about our day poolside at Hotel Mongibello Ibiza here.
A few km further along the road, you will come to Cala Llonga. Here, the four-star Hyde Ibiza hotel offers an irresistible daytime experience that gives access to no fewer than three distinct pool areas. Starting at €80 with €65 redeemable in f&b, you can soak up the sun and sea views, along with direct beach access. From tranquil relaxation to vibrant social scenes, find your perfect spot in this coastal paradise.
Heading in the other direction from Santa Eulalia, to the beautiful beach of Cala Nova, where you can spend the day in luxury at the BLESS Hotel Cala Nova. This five-star resort offers not only stunning views over the bay, but a taste of lavish luxury for the day. Choose from two day pass options that give you access to the LLUM Pool Club, plus different levels of service and facilities depending on which you choose. Prices start from €120, totally redeemable in food and drink.
You can read about our day poolside at BLESS Hotel Cala Nova here.
Around San Antonio
Just a few steps from Cala Gracio beach, OKU Ibiza and its stunning 50-metre-long pool offer a day of barefoot luxury. Focusing on natural tones and bohemian touches, you can enjoy this opulent five-star offering with a day pass. Choose between relaxing on Bali beds, with credit to use for food and drinks, or upping the ante with a bottle of Moët & Chandon.
Prices begin at €100 but will vary, depending on the time of season.
You can read about our day poolside at OKU Ibiza here.
Located in San Antonio Bay, the deluxe Las Mimosas Boutique Hotel & Spa offers a tempting variety of Day Passes. Reserve your hammock or Balinese bed, sip on delicious cocktails as the DJ plays tunes by the pool. You could come for a half-day refresh or for the whole day and indulge in breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even access to the spa. Starting at €60, you can choose the perfect pass for your day of indulgence.
To fully soak up Ibiza's uniquely bohemian vibes, look to chic Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel - Adults Only. Your day pass (€75 pp) includes €60 toward creative cocktails and Mediterranean bites, plus towel use and sunbed access, all set to a curated soundtrack of laid-back tunes. Sounds like the perfect blend of culture, relaxation, and vibrant poolside energy.
Its sister hotel, Los Felices Ibiza, is another beautifully curated adults-only hotel in San Antonio Bay. Bright colours and stylishly executed design mean a pretty cool crowd likes to call this spot their holiday home. To join, the day pass is €80 per person, and includes a day bed, towel hire and €60 credit to spend on food & drinks.
Smack bang in the middle of San Antonio Bay, Ryans Lolas is a cool, adults-only hang out spot for those who want an escape but also to be close to the action. Its chic pool and lively poolside manner can now be enjoyed with a day pass, where you can spend time mixing and mingling by the pool. Starting from €20, different options are available to suit your schedule. It's worth noting that on Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, a live DJ is in charge of the Ibiza beats.
You can read about our day poolside at Ryans Lolas here.
San José
As you'd expect from this famous establishment, 7Pines Resort Ibiza offers utter daytime decadence in the shape of its Pure Seven Spa & Pool Day Experience. Embrace five-star serenity at this cliffside resort with day access to the spectacular infinity pool or the exquisite Pure Seven Spa. Choose from a variety of luxurious options that begin at €120, all offering different levels of pampering depending on the experience that you desire. Reservations are highly recommended.
You can read about our day poolside at 7Pines Resort Ibiza here.
Conveniently near the airport
Casa Munich is a luxurious accommodation in Las Salinas Natural Park. Guests can spend their day lounging by one of its three pools, set amid tropical gardens and local works of art. Day passes start at €80, with €60 redeemable in food & beverages, and include a sunbed, towel, and access to both the gym and tennis court.
An extensive menu of wellness treatments is available, offering a sanctuary for total rest and rejuvenation. Arrive early and participate in the daily yoga or Pilates classes or try the groundbreaking "Human Regeneration technology", which elevates physical and energetic recovery to new heights.
If you have a late flight, you can spend the day here, your luggage safely stored and a shower room available to freshen up before leaving Ibiza.
You can read about our day poolside at Casa Munich here.
If you would like unrestricted access, with a soft mattress to flop onto at the end of the day, then our luxury hotel guide has all the top locations.
Words | Will McKenzie and Hayley Morgan
