On Ibiza’s peaceful west coast, Petunia Ibiza is an intimate retreat that feels more like a private estate than a hotel, looking straight out to the legendary rock of Es Vedrà and the shimmering Balearic Sea. Sheltered above Cala Carbó and a short walk from the beach, it offers a quietly glamorous base within easy reach of Ibiza’s lively beach clubs and old town, yet blissfully removed from the crowds.
With only 42 rooms and suites spread across low-slung, whitewashed buildings, Petunia has an immediate sense of calm and privacy. Interiors are light-filled and thoughtfully understated, using plaster, oak and handcrafted details so the real focus is the landscape beyond. Many rooms open onto terraces or patios edged by fragrant gardens, and a number gaze directly at Es Vedrà – a spectacular sight at sunrise and sunset. King-size beds or twins, sleek bathrooms with showers and/or bathtubs, air-conditioning, entertainment systems and Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth speakers all come as standard, creating a relaxed yet indulgent home from home.
Couples can opt for airy doubles or suites with generous living areas and private outdoor space, while friends or families with older children are well catered for in the two-bedroom and family-style suites. These offer separate lounges, dining areas and sunny terraces, with eclectic 1970s-inspired furniture adding personality and warmth. Whichever you choose, the atmosphere remains intimate and grown-up.
Days at Petunia tend to unfold at an easy pace around the large swimming pool, bordered by daybeds and serviced by a relaxed restaurant-bar. There are indoor and outdoor gyms for a morning workout, as well as treatment rooms where therapists ease you into vacation mode with massages and soothing rituals. As evening falls, guests drift up to the rooftop to watch the sun sink behind Es Vedrà with a cocktail in hand, before settling into one of the hotel’s three restaurants for refined Mediterranean dishes built around seasonal, local produce.
For those keen to explore, nearby coves such as Cala Vadella and Cala d’Hort are easily reached, and the island’s dining, beach clubs and cultural highlights are all within comfortable driving distance. Returning to Petunia at the end of the day feels like stepping back into your own Ibizan hideaway – serene, stylish and deeply connected to the island’s natural beauty.