5 Best Hotels in Ibiza and the Balearic Islands, Spain

If you're a fan of Catalan modernism, you'll enjoy Hotel Can Quetglas. Built from a private residence dating back to 1908, a student of the famed Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí constructed the property’s exterior. You’ll spot similarities if you’ve been to Barcelona’s Casa Vicens. The rooms are enormous for being a city hotel, and a charming pool on the back terrace is perfect for a summer swim accompanied by wine or a good cocktail. What makes this property special is the neighborhood. El Terreno is one of Palma's best-kept secrets and a perfect place to discover a more local side of the island. Head over to Gomila Square and glimpse interesting architecture and charming local shops. 

Built in 1954 and renovated in 2005, the Hotel Espléndido is the perfect place to stay and enjoy views of the Puerto de Sóller. Touched with Scandinavian charm, each room has a view of the Puerto, and you are bound to feel your shoulders drop when waking up to those views. Each hall is decorated with varied art pieces, and even though there are 74 rooms, it feels like a small port-side hotel. There are two restaurants on the property, but if you're looking for a moment in the sun, it's highly recommended you sit outside on the terraces with direct views of the Sóller beach trams. It's a moment that any type of traveler will enjoy.  

This is the hotel you want to be seen at. Nobis Hotel Palma is a trendy property built by The Nobis Hospitality Group and host to many socialites on the island and beyond. The rooms are expansive and fit a modern aesthetic that appeals to estimators of cool. Unlike other hotels on the island, the Nobis Hotel Palma maintains the original structure of the onetime palace but infuses it with Scandinavian charm. Minutes away from everything in Palma, it's a top spot for enjoying its amenities and roaming around.

Travelers be warned: Portixol Hotel will become your favorite hotel and hangout spot. Known as one of the first boutique hotels in Palma, Portixol Hotel is located in a charming former fishing village facing the Mediterranean. Each room of the hotel has a view of the sea, and the main restaurant is considered one of the trendiest and tastiest places in town. The rooms feel more like cruise cabins; every corner of this hip property oozes modern Scandinavian charm. One highlight is that you can book a discounted sports class at the Palma Sport & Tennis Club if you stay here. 

Sleek and contemporary, Christine Bedfor is the perfect introduction to Mahón and Menorca. Minutes away from beaches and the city square, its lobby and restaurant are idyllic spots to relax and enjoy wine. The rooms are contemporarily decorated and charming, and the rooftop terrace has fantastic city views. What really makes this hotel shine is its staff: you're immediately welcomed with a smile, and every rational accommodation is fulfilled. Consider this the perfect summer vacation destination for couples, especially if you want to be trendy.