There are a lot of advantages to hiring a villa, especially if you are coming in a group. In fact we'd go so far as to say it could be one of the best decisions you ever made as you find another way to love and discover this island. With more and more people booking earlier, the time to book is now. In the first of a two part series we outline why you should choose a villa holiday on Ibiza; the next article will give you the lowdown on how to do it right.
It's a home from home
A hotel can often be just a place to sleep, wash and get prepared for a day or night out. A villa is more like a home where you can really let go and relax. You might not want to spend too much time in your hotel room, and often that's the point; in a villa it's great for chill time. As well as comfy sofas and a variety of entertainments indoors, you'll have your own outside area with sun-loungers and a pool you don't have to share with anyone other than the group you are with.
You'll save a bit of money
So, if a bit of communal living with friends or family is for you, you'll be delighted to hear that a villa option can often be the most cost-effective. You can pay as little as around €50 per person/per day in August - and that's high season. As always better deals are to be had outside of the main tourist months of July, August and the first half of September; either way you'll save cash. You can self-cater too so you can save on food costs or use that money for a big night out at a really top-notch restaurant. Look at our villas page to check out pricing.
Great for families and groups
If you are going as a family or a large group you are all in one place and that makes it much easier to organise yourselves around whatever you do. You don't even have to worry about getting grocieries if you book with Ibiza Spotlight as we have links to companies that deliver to your door. Some villas have communal areas with very separate rooms meaning you can retreat if you wish and then join in the fun when you want. It's a win-win for all sides.
Good for socialising
When do you get the time to kick back and relax a bit with your besties? A villa provides the perfect environment for socialising and spending quality time with your friends or family. The outside world is there waiting for you on Ibiza always, but you get to be in control and do it all at your own pace.
Away from distractions
Distractions are good unless what you want is to really switch off and relax. You can cook your own meals and share breakfast together plus save money on restaurant bills. You can get a villa nearer the action of say Playa d'en Bossa or somwhere more rural if you like a bit less noise. The choice is quite varied - it all depends on what you want out of your holiday, here you can make it as fast or as slow as you like.
You've got the venue too
There are a wealth of villas out there which provide the perfect setting for a wedding, a big birthday celebration and lots more. This takes the angst out of trying to find somewhere from whichever country you are booking from; and Ibiza Spotlight can help you find caterers and party planners. Before you race ahead to get booking, remember you have to check if the villa owner will allow this kind of event and that you get their permission if they do.
You'll explore more
With most villas being in the countryside, you are much more likely to discover what's around you like hidden beaches, verdant pine forests, local attractions and restaurants. You can go on walks to look at the terraced hills, donated by the Moors or hire bikes and whizz by olive and lemon groves, taking in the bright scent of the bright pink flowers on the roadsides. This will give you access to a more authentic side of Ibiza knowing you are close to the world-beating nightlife if you need it.
There you go, all the good reasons you should choose a villa here. Look out for part two of this series when we look at the how-to choose and what to do.
Ibiza Spotlight has an enviable selection of many villas: our dedicated page will give you more information on each one.
WORDS: Julian Heathcote
