Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza
Perched 180 meters above the Mediterranean, Hacienda Na Xamena is a pioneering clifftop sanctuary in northern Ibiza. It was conceived by Belgian architect Daniel Lipszyc, who fell in love with the island’s raw beauty in the 1950s. When construction began in 1969, the remote site lacked roads, water, and electricity, making its completion a true feat of architectural ambition.
The hotel officially opened in 1971, eventually becoming Ibiza’s first five-star property in 1988. Its design remains deeply rooted in traditional white-washed Ibicencan architecture, perfectly integrated into the rugged terrain of the Es Amunts Natural Park. The property is famous for its cascading “Suspended Waterfalls,” a unique thalassotherapy circuit featuring multiple pools set at varying heights, offering an immersive experience that feels as if you are floating over the sea.
Beyond its wellness facilities, the resort offers a secluded escape from the island’s bustling party scene. Its tiered terraces provide what many consider the most spectacular sunset views in Ibiza. The atmosphere is one of serene, discreet luxury, attracting everyone from royalty to legendary filmmakers over the decades.
For those looking to explore, the hotel is just a short drive from the village of Sant Miquel de Balansat, known for its historic 14th-century fortified church. You are also close to the iconic Benirràs beach, famous for its evening drumming circles, and the fascinating Cova de Can Marçà, a series of ancient caves once used by smugglers.
Expert reviews
“Located high on a promontory overlooking Na Xamena Bay northwest of Ciudad de Ibiza, this utterly beautiful hotel is precisely what every magazine art director dreams that Ibiza should be like. The rooms are spacious and flooded with light. The sea seems to be all around.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Ibiza.
“Hacienda Na Xamena was the first five-star hotel in Ibiza, earning this designation in 1988. Today, it’s still one of the island’s most romantic hotels, with unbeatable views of the Med and a buzzing restaurant now helmed by Michelin-starred Spanish chef Fran López.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Swimming pool
- Comfortable beds
- Private parking
- Free Wifi
Location
Recent guest reviews
3 May 2026
Very nice stay - enjoyed it a lot. Personal very friendly.
Best view ever
Dinner restaurant poor quality but expensive.
Hotel located 10 min from beach and other restaurants
11 July 2025
good but not exceptional
clean. family friendly.
restaurant menu not diversified enough. towels and pillows too old bad quality
26 September 2024
Couldn’t get any better
Most amazing place I’ve ever stayed
4 September 2024
Perfect for a relaxing retreat
Gorgeous location overlooking the sea and in a rural setting. The pool and sun beds were all very private so it never felt overly busy.
Nothing, everything was perfect. The only thing I would say is the drinks and food are expensive, they have a captive audience as nothing really surrounds the hotel dining wise.
30 August 2024
Nice place, amazing view
View was amazing, some of the staff was amazing, food in restaurant was very good
Some of the staff was uninterested and most annoying was the long explanation about tipping at the reception. Totally not 5 star service…
19 August 2024
we loved every second of our stay here!
amazing all round! staff and service was impeccable!
17 August 2024
Excellent, Food and staff exceptional. We truly can not say anything negative.
The staff were truly amazing, friendly and couldn't do enough. It made our stay all that better.
8 August 2024
An unforgettable, special, incredible experience
An absolutely stunning place, amazing views, with a gorgeous pool and sunbathing areas. The bedrooms are beautiful with the most unreal views! Food was so tasty. The staff were amazing and so so friendly, they couldn’t do enough for you. The tour we were given on day 1 was so helpful. We loved everything about our whole stay and I have never said that about anywhere I have stayed before!
If I had to be super picky, I would just say the hotel is far away from anywhere else in Ibiza. But if you hire a car or take taxis, it’s absolutely fine.
Smart tv would be better in the room for when you want 30 minutes to chill out. Maybe a few more shaded areas around the pool.
28 July 2024
Amazing hotel, incredible views, would fully recommend
Amazing location, fantastic views, great staff, very clean
I liked everything
27 July 2024
Perfect place to relax and enjoy your self.
The views are amazing and location .
Nothing
16 July 2024
Beautiful relaxing stay with a stunning view
Gorgeous view
14 July 2024
The hotel was amazing great views and unreal facilities
I recently stayed at a hotel with a perfect location and stunning views. The facilities were unreal, especially the spa. The infinity pool overlooking the ocean was unforgettable, and the spa treatments left me feeling rejuvenated. The staff provided exceptional service, making my stay truly memorable. I highly recommend this hotel for a luxurious and relaxing getaway.
Nothing to complain about
7 July 2024
Beautiful and relaxing hotel in the North of the Island.
Beautiful hotel in a remote location with fantastic sunsets. Beds were really comfortable and the staff were exceptional. On site restaurant Eden was also brilliant.
28 June 2024
Great stay in quiet location
It was chilled place to stay , won't stay for long though as can't sit still for too long
Little gym around, swimming pools nice
The pool that is to go through spa and have to pay extra €40 each person that shouldn't be like that and service charge at the end of whole stay 10% should state or been told at the beginning
And can't go anywhere from the hotel so have to stay in and enjoy the views
13 June 2024
What a beautiful experience
It was very enjoyable, Staff were very attentive and met all our needs
View from my room could of been slightly better
1 November 2023
Nice location good food hotel amazing but needs refurbishing
Location
Reception not professional at all
1 November 2023
Completely stress free relaxation
Everything !!!
The place was completely smoke free, but a guest tried a cheeky smoke and unfortunately passed through some of the vents in our room. Not necessarily the hotels fault but still frustrating
30 October 2023
Hotel of dreams
The views and relaxation areas.
The restaurant was incredible.
The reception and spa staff didn’t have 5 star hotel welcoming and customer service. They need to have a more friendly and approachable attitude.
13 October 2023
The PERFECT short trip!
Our stay at the hotel was just perfect. The rooms with the view, the pool area, the breakfast, the cinema room and the game room were exceptional! But I really have to give extra credit to the staff. Everyone was so nice, you really had the feeling, that the people are enjoying their job and really like having you at the hotel! Special thanks go to the customer relations who planned a whole suprise with me! Everything worked out and I had so little to do! We will definitely come back again!
2 October 2023
Breathtaking views and wonderfully relaxing!
The view from our room was breathtaking.The room was spacious and had everything in it we needed. The whole ambience of the hotel was so calming and relaxing. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
26 September 2023
can’t wait to come back
The views are absolutely incredible out of all the places I have stayed in the world this is one of my favourites
Nothing the staff were very accommodating, friendly and polite!
The rooms are lovely and bed is really cosy !
24 September 2023
Excellent hotel and location
Superb tranquil location , worth getting a car to get around but hotel scenery and views are stunning
Hotel colleagues always helpful and overall service excellent, with great restaurant and spa.
You won’t be disappointed in choosing
Some of the fixtures could do with updating in rooms.
18 September 2023
Fabulous stay, magical experience. We will be back!
The venue was incredible, Magical view
There was a slight but persistent odour of drains in our room.
12 September 2023
Amazing location, beautiful decoration and style, spacious elegant room
Views, decoration, room, pool
Spa should have been included at this price and level of service
5 September 2023
Despite the dreamy atmosphere, the stay felt overpriced for the offerings provided by the hotel.
The view
The hotel felt overpriced considering the amenities and services provided. The gym was basic and no spa for the price we paid.
11 August 2023
We had a great time
Ambience and Views
Balcony too small
Pool restaurant food was average
3 August 2023
A very special place in a magical island
The hotel is top and the location is exceptional
Nothing
31 July 2023
Great staff… beautiful view… gorgeous art… some rooms were tiny and the lack of free water was a little comical given th
Staff were brilliant… great culture. Art in the property was excellent… rooms were very small and the lack of water was like looking for gold. No free water was provided in the room and no free water at meal times except breakfast, which was rationed heavily.
28 July 2023
Unforgettable view - beat and tranquil
Setting and view - out of this world.
Cost of breakfast
25 July 2023
Romantic Hotel with Beautiful Views and Staff
The ambiance, staff and environment were beautiful and peaceful. The rooms and view were perfect as well.
Staff contacted us twice during the night due to a noise complaint of furniture moving and loud noises. It was a misunderstanding because we weren't the ones making noise, we were basically enjoying the view and sleeping during those times.
22 July 2023
Hotel Na Xamena has the most spectacular views on the island. The perfect retreat from the hectic nightlife of Ibiza
The location of Hacienda Na Xamena is absolutely breathtaking! We had a family room which had a separate twin room for the teenagers. Hotel staff were fantastic and willing to help with everything. Would definitely recommend hiring a car as it’s about 30-40 mins to Saint Antoni / Ibiza town. We booked hire car through the front desk and it was delivered to the hotel within 15 mins and was reasonably priced.
Pool bar felt overpriced and food was a bit average.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Packed lunches
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Lockers
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Tennis court
- - Fitness centre
- - Fishing (additional charge)
- - Games room
- - Spa & wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Children's playground
- - Billiards
- - Table tennis
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- - Canoeing (additional charge)
- - Hiking
- - Cycling
- - Diving (additional charge)
- - Horse riding (additional charge)
- - Snorkelling
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Evening entertainment
- - Open-air bath
- - Tennis equipment
- - Beauty services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make-up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Light therapy
- - Spa facilities
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Movie nights
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Bike tours (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
- - Board games/puzzles
- - Indoor play area
- - Kids' outdoor play equipment
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Pool and wellness
- - Swimming pool toys
- - Heated pool
- - Pool bar
- - Shallow end
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Kids' pool
- - Swimming pool
Parking
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Transport
- - Public transport tickets (additional charge)
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available

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15 June 2026
Very nice but wouldn’t return.
No sun umbrellas only netting but not all beds had this and it wasn’t effective anyway.
On first night in restaurant we sent back two main courses of fish one night (€45 each)as they were uncooked and inedible. Staff initially offered two free puddings (circa €15 each) in lieu.
I told the staff I expected the fish to be removed from our bill not a free pudding. The staff seemed perplexed and went away from our table.
Soon after a senior staff member called Noelle came over, apologised and said she would remove both fish courses from our bill.
A rather bizarre situation.