The Standard sits in central Ibiza Town near Vara de Rey, a few steps from the port and marina, which makes it one of the easiest bases on the island for anyone who wants to walk to dinner, the harbour and the old town. It has 67 rooms and suites, 14 of them in a separate building called Casa Privada with its own rooftop pool, and the Terrace Suites have private pools. The ground-floor restaurant, Jara, is open to non-guests and serves breakfast daily, though breakfast is not included in every rate. The hotel is an urban stay, not a beach resort, so Talamanca Beach is a short drive away, while the walk up to Dalt Vila takes about nine minutes. It is the splurge pick in this guide and one of the few five-star options that stay open through the quiet months.
Location and getting around
You are in the middle of the old port area, so most of the island's evening life, the harbour promenade and the lanes below the walls are on your doorstep. Dalt Vila is a short, steep walk away, and taxis and buses to the rest of the island leave from the port area. A car is not essential for an Ibiza Town stay, but valet parking is available for guests, which helps if you plan to explore the west coast by road.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms vary in views, balconies and bathtubs depending on the category, and complimentary Wi-Fi is included. The main rooftop pool is for hotel guests only and is a seasonal feature, so do not count on swimming in November. The rooftop restaurant and bar, UP, is also seasonal and closes in the off-season, with dates that change each year. Jara on the ground floor stays the dining anchor, and reservations are recommended in busy periods, though not usually required.
Who it suits
Couples and design lovers who want a stylish five-star in the centre will like it most, and in the off-season families and children are welcome, which is a change from the summer adults-only policy. Winter visitors also benefit from a lower tourist tax between November and April. Check the hotel for current winter hours and services before you book, because some amenities close for the season, and ask about the rate that includes breakfast if that matters to you.
Why stay here
- ✓Jara restaurant and terrace
- ✓67 rooms and suites
- ✓Casa Privada with its own rooftop pool
- ✓Seasonal rooftop pool and bar
- ✓Walk to Dalt Vila in about nine minutes
- ✓Valet parking
- ✓Complimentary Wi-Fi
- ✓Families welcome off-season
Good questions
Is The Standard open in November?+
It was listed among Ibiza hotels open through the winter. Its rooftop restaurant and pool are seasonal, so check the hotel for current services.
Is it adults only?+
Summer is adults-only, but families and children are welcome in the off-season, according to the hotel's own FAQ.
How far is Dalt Vila?+
The hotel says the old town is about a nine-minute walk, and the port and marina are a few steps away.
