During the day, stroll into Open Spa (there’s an on-street entrance for non-guests) for a blissful, rejuvenating wellness treatment and a whirl around the world-class water circuit before settling onto a sunbed and ordering lunch or snack from Mirai Pool Restaurant. Under Óscar Molina’s expert guidance, this chic, poolside hangout at Ibiza Gran Hotel has turned daytime snacking into an art form – choose from refreshing Mediterranean-inspired dishes like crudité and dips, zingy ceviche, hand-cut Iberian jamón, healthy salads, hearty sandwiches, fresh grilled fish, juicy burgers and more. And, depending on your mood, wash it all down with fresh juices, icy cold beer or perfectly chilled wine.
 
When the sun dips and the mood shifts from lazy summer days to buzzing nights at the bar, it’s time to experience the other side of Molina’s magic. With the debut of the chic new bar, Musa, and a complete reimagining of the incomparable La Gaia, evenings at Ibiza Gran Hotel set a new benchmark for culinary excellence. Master mixologist Daniel Martínez helms the lobby bar, where he’s created an extraordinary cocktail menu inspired by the stunning artworks on show around the resort. Meanwhile, Molina’s bar menu reflects his continued obsession with local and seasonal produce, making Musa the ideal pre-dinner meeting point or late-night tipple spot.

Molina is famed for his perfectionism and dedication to quality in every aspect of the Ibiza Gran Hotel culinary world, but there’s no doubt the pinnacle of his gastronomic universe is La Gaia. When the restaurant was recognised with two Repsol Soles in 2020 and 2021, La Gaia was already on the must-visit lists of foodies worldwide. Then came a MICHELIN star in 2022 and Molina and his team have been squarely cemented in the firmament of haute dining ever since. The sophisticated new dining space has been designed by Sandra Tarruella Interioristas reflecting a modernised Ibicenco aesthetic. Molina has revised his two outstanding tasting menus to reflect his deep love for the island and new for 2025 is the option to order à la carte – perfect for those wanting to mix and match, or anyone with a smaller appetite.
 
Illa means island in Catalan while Horitzó means horizon – and indeed, both these menus expand the horizons of fine dining at Ibiza Gran Hotel. Each degustation is not only a celebration of the fine growers and providores that supply ingredients to Molina’s kitchen, but also a masterclass in technique and surprise. Tangy pickled beets with horseradish, coconut and cashew; a single plump oyster with spirulina seaweed and beurre blanc; carabinero prawn mousse; a cloud-like seafood croquette; local lobster with sea grapes and coral sauce; and Balearic black pork in its own jus with tubers. Every last morsel at La Gaia is like a firecracker of flavour.

Dining at La Gaia is one of those holiday experiences that lingers on in your memory long after your holiday tan has faded. The low-key elegance of the room, the gentle lighting, the remarkable wine cellar and exceptional service are all part of it. It’s Óscar Molina’s thoughtful, superbly crafted dishes, however, that really allow diners to connect with Ibiza’s true essence – from flavours and ingredients to the most nuanced cultural details. With this talented and celebrated chef curating every last element of your culinary journey at Ibiza Gran Hotel, every meal, from morning to night (and even in-between if you order room service!), is a special occasion.