Ibiza Rocks has been a champion of open-air parties on the island for many years now. Its enclosed pool and courtyard area create the perfect atmosphere for an afternoon of great music in the sun. Now, for 2018, the hotel venue has expanded and refurbished its VIP offerings.
At the top end of the tier are Ibiza Rocks' VIP Party Suites. These offer a day of pure luxury and entertainment. With acts on near enough daily, including MK's Area 10 pool party and Craig David's banging TS5 show, you are bound to find the ultimate one for you.
We were lucky enough to be invited to the popular San Antonio venue to try out one of its VIP Party Suites at Rudimental's rocking residency.
First class delivery to the VIP party suite
Stephen Hunt, staff writer
Checking out the facilities of the suite, it's hard not to be impressed. With virgin white walls, two bathrooms with adjoining shower and an expansive queen-sized bed - ceiling mirrors included! - this is a suite fit for a playboy and his entourage.
As we walked through, the dance floor was heaving and excitement levels in the pool meant that water was splashed up into the air - like a frenzied shark attack, minus the bloodbath.
Outside on the astroturfed porch, we reclined on the deluxe sofas lapping up the rays. We were only just warming up. This clubland anthem took me back to youth and hit the activation button on full-on party mode.
With all that willin' out, it was time to refuel. Back inside the suite, the food platter was full of local delights: hummus, olives, Serrano ham and rustic pizza.
The aircon provided a welcomed blast of freshness away from the sun. With the balcony doors left open, we still felt right in the middle of the full Ibiza Rocks experience.
Rudimental burst onto the stage in emphatic fashion. Piers - sporting one of the most offensive nawty t-shirts of Ibiza 2018 - dropped this bomb, while Locksmith worked the crowd on the mic.
Our hostesses couldn't have done more for us, always on hand to keep our flutes topped up with bubbles. This is VIP service at its pinnacle.
When singer-songwriter Anne-Marie was brought out to join the boys, she is every bit the international pop star. Exuding stage presence, she had the dance floor singing along with her repertoire of chart hits.
Attentive service with an exclusive view
Holly Woulfe, clubbing intern
The VIP party suite exceeded my expectations with all its extras making it the ultimate VIP experience.
With speedy fast-track entrance, our charming hosts led us to the dreamiest airconditioned party suite I've ever seen. The modern glass décor, luxury white double beds and gleaming bar boasting buckets of champagne, making us feel like Rocks royalty.
I was first to get a cold glass of champagne garnished with fresh strawberries and enjoyed picking at a light selection of nibbles, including olives, bread and hummus, bruschetta and a refreshing selection of exotic fruit. All this plus an exclusive view of the day's soundtrack being played out in front us.
The hosts were the most impressive part of the experience. They were extremely efficient, friendly and attentive of our VIP experience.
The bottles kept coming with our glasses filled regularly. Before the last slice of pizza was done with, more was on the table. The atmosphere was fantastic and we celebrated the end of the experience with a cheeky shot. Salut!
Partying till the sun comes down
Michael Tomlinson, staff photographer
The newly refurbished VIP area of Ibiza Rocks Hotel definitely has the fun element down to a T. Its little garden warmed by the Ibiza sunshine is perfectly positioned to watch all the crazy action unfold around the stage and pool area.
All of this you can this you can enjoy with a glass of chilled champagne in your own private party suite or sun bed lounger. What's not to love?
That day Patrick Nazemi was styling it out on the decks dropping in dangerously captivating drum and bass. Mixing a No No No remix into a Shy Fx re-edit of Gold Dust, he got everyone skanking poolside including yours truly.
Two-stepping all the way through the party until the sun goes down is what a Rudimental and friends fiesta is all about.
Fit for a prince
Kane Allen, clubbing intern
VIP is an ambiguous term. A marker pen scribble on your hand that gives you access to a couple cans of Red Stripe at your mate's free event in a dark working men's club is about as VIP as it gets for me. At Ibiza Rocks' Party Suite, I felt like I entered the world of a Saudi prince. I definitely don't want to go back to the working men's club.
The staff were incredible, the music was banging and the suite was stunning. There was all the food you could eat and all drink you could, well, drink - believe me, I tried. The air-conditioned room offered a well-needed respite from the heat that Rudimental and Anne-Marie were bringing.
We stayed until the death. It really was a superb day. And the fact that you can use the suite for your own after-party once the music stops at the poolside is an absolute winner. Next time, you'll have to get the security to carry me out of there.
The Ibiza Rocks Party Suite can fit large group bookings with price on request. Just imagine watching MK lay down some of his top bangers whilst sipping on champagne from the comfort of your own private garden. It's a once in a lifetime experience.
Check-out all the info on how to book here.
