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Beachfront bliss – BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova

Beachfront bliss – BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova

Words Adrianna Johns

A journey for the mind, body and soul awaits at this this luxurious and exclusive Cala Nova resort.

Like a glittering jewel on the beach of Cala Nova near Es Canar, BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova is one of the most elegant and luxurious resorts in Ibiza. Part of the Palladium Hotel Group and a shining star in the BLESS Collection Hotels portfolio, this exclusive seafront haven welcomes those seeking the perfect combination of serenity, healthy indulgence and five-star grandeur. An exceptional homebase for island holidays, the resort showcases striking sea views, an outstanding culinary scene and world-class hospitality, yet at its heart, this is a hotel built around supporting and promoting wellness.

Interiors at BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova have been designed to reflect a refined Mediterranean sensibility that echoes the landscape outside. Meticulously finished with high-end fixtures, crisp linens, state-of-the-art amenities and featuring grand picture windows, each of the 151 beautiful rooms and stylish suites boasts a private terrace or balcony, with some featuring a Jacuzzi, Balinese daybeds or an outdoor hydromassage tub. The BLESS Your Presidential Suite is a luxurious home-away-from-home with two bedrooms, an expansive lounge area, two terraces, an outdoor bath and personalised services. Wherever you lay your head, let the sound of the waves gently lapping the shoreline replace your alarm clock as you awake to another day in paradise.

Continue the slow morning ritual by indulging in the BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova BLESSED Breakfast – a buffet of abundance provided between 8am and 11am. Dig into fluffy pancakes served with sugar-dusted berries drizzled in maple syrup or try more savoury options like the French omelette al gusto. Wash it down with a freshly squeezed juice or a café con leche brewed to order while you take in the spellbinding views over the beach. Afterwards, head to the Llum Premium Club, where basking on plush poolside daybeds and sunloungers is the order of the day, while enjoying an all-day menu of Mediterranean classics, international favourites, juices, cocktails and more to the sound of the resident DJ’s chilled-out beats.

Wellbeing is woven into daily life at BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova and after waking up the senses and soaking in some Vitamin D, it’s time to lean into self-care at Soulful Spa – the holistic haven designed for total tranquillity. This soothing oasis is readily available for guests of the hotel and even welcomes little ones daily between 11am and 12pm. Non-guests can pre-book pampering packages, massages, facials by elite Spanish skincare brand Natura Bissé and restorative treatments. An immersive, journey that resets and revitalises your mind, body and soul, the spa’s hydro-circuit allows you to recover in the sauna, cleanse the skin in the steam rooms, nourish cells with contrasts of hot and cold water, unwind in the heated Jacuzzi and luxuriate in the calming experience of sensory showers.

Follow Soulful Spa with lunch at La Calita – BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova’s beachside eatery. Open daily from 12.30pm to 5.30pm, this feet-in-the-sand restaurant serves up tasty beach eats – some designed to share, others to be savoured all to yourself. Classic plates include the chef’s favourite Club Sandwich 2.0, stacked with confit chicken, grilled egg, crispy bacon and Japanese mayo; fire-grilled octopus served with Ibicenco potato marzipan and a kalamata olive emulsion; and a wagyu burger topped with bacon bites and served with fries. From Wednesdays to Sundays, a delectable selection of sushi is also available. Round out your meal with a fresh juice or healthy smoothie such as the Tropical Protein, made with pineapple, Greek yoghurt, coconut milk and chia seeds.

Those looking to entertain more energetic pursuits (or shake off those added calories) while on holiday at BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova can visit the FitNic Power Gym, a space kitted out with all the latest high-tech equipment. Outside, the Pagoda welcomes one and all to yoga and fitness classes that stretch, strengthen and restore inner peace surrounded by the abundant nature of the island’s northeast coast. Later on, visit The Beauty Room with Maria Roberts for a pampering session that will leave you feeling and looking radiant – ready for whatever the Ibiza night holds.

The dining scene at BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova means you needn’t leave the resort for a taste of the island’s famous gastronomy. Take a table at the stunning Lumbre, where a menu based around the concept of open-fire cooking brims with delicious dishes inspired by the flavours of the Mediterranean. Just around the corner, the exclusive 12-seat Tora takes fine dining to a new level, as the renowned omakase concept from Madrid takes up residency in Ibiza for the season, leading guests through a tasting journey featuring carefully curated sake, wine and exquisitely made Japanese delicacies.

Treat yourself further by heading up to the ever-popular rooftop, EPIC Infinity Lounge, where Asian-inspired dishes and signature cocktails await, complemented by sweeping views of the Cala Nova shoreline. While the ambience is always relaxed at BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova, there’s no shortage of fun, thanks to the resort’s seasonal program of events. The glamorous Hosted By collaborations meld gastronomy with culture and art, while spirited live music nights round out a calendar that promises a masterclass in luxurious playtime. With the team’s dedication to going above and beyond, visiting BLESS Ibiza Cala Nova leaves guests replenished, balanced and above all, utterly zen.