There’s more to Ibiza than foam parties and piña coladas, and this art-obsessed hotel is set to transform the island into a creative oasis.
San Antonio Bay’s skyline is an unforgettable mirage of tourist-packed terrace bars, bronzed bodies on sunbeds and show-stopping sunsets. But strolling past the Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel in the heart of the city, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were in Miami.
Designed by Spanish studio Ilmiodesign and opened in June this year, the hotel is a stylistic homage to the Miami Modern ‘MiMo’ architecture movement, from the pastel pink to the neon-lit balconies.
Art is the hotel’s middle name and within its fancy, art-deco inspired flamingo-hued facade, a creative revolution is brewing.
More than a place to stay, Paradiso is a curator of events and exhibitions, an artists’ residence, a patron and gallery with a revolving program, which means every guest’s visit is a unique cultural experience.
Each of the Paradiso Ibiza Art Hotel’s 60 rooms – which sleep up to five people – are decorated with neon lighting, colourful furniture reminiscent of the ’70s and carpet tiles in turquoise, yellow and pink.
Mosaic tiles in custom colours made by Vitrogres are featured throughout the hotel and swimming pool.
Inspired by their Italian heritage and the Italian design firm Archizoom, architect Michele Corbani and industrial designer Andrea Spada worked with a local hospitality furniture manufacturer to create the sofas, armchairs and tables.
While there’s plenty to do around San Antonio – nestled on the south west coast of Ibiza, it’s famous for its calm beaches, natural harbour, palm-lined promenade and nightlife – Paradiso is a buzzing hub of activity you may never want to leave.
As well as the Adda Gallery, the venue has a tattoo parlour, live music and during summer, it runs Cinerama Dorado, an outdoor cinema showing cult films. Hungry for more? Dine poolside at the hotel’s restaurant, Andy’s, with a cocktail in hand.
After all, this is Ibiza.
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