Montesol Experimental a century of luxury hospitality
Built nearly a century ago, Montesol is Ibiza's original hotel, a jewel nestled at the feet of Dalt Vila in the heart of Ibiza's Old Town. The hotel stands as an icon, a seamless blend of modernity juxtaposed against the rich tapestry of one of Europe's oldest towns.
Now a boutique hotel, with its 33 rooms, restaurant, and rooftop bar, it serves as a Balearic getaway that once welcomed Hollywood's biggest stars in the 1950s and continued to pave the way for peace and love in the subsequent decades. Today, the Experimental Group has breathed new life into this historic space, transforming it into a 5-star haven, a seamless fusion of past and present decor, ensuring its legacy endures.
History
Constructed in 1933, the Neo-Colonial building has stood as a cornerstone of tourism in Ibiza for nearly a century. Flourishing during its peak years from the 1950s to the 1980s, Montesol emerged as an esteemed Gran hotel, serving as the a gateway to the white isle's hedonistic heyday.
Under its roof, celebrities, royalty, bohemians, and hippies alike converged, making it a haven where luminaries such as Pink Floyd, Orson Welles, and Carolina de Monaco once found respite. Nestled in an ideal location, this historic hotel is conveniently within walking distance from Ibiza's Old Town and a short drive to beautiful beaches.
Experimental in Ibiza
Experimental landed in Ibiza in 2013 with the arrival of Experimental Beach, a seaside escape tucked away in the Las Salinas salt reserve. In 2021, Experimental Group acquired Gran Hotel Montesol, first renovating the ground floor restaurant and rooftop bar.
Soon after, designer Dorothée Meilichzon reimagined each room, carefully infusing a bohemian undertone throughout the interior of the hotel, using cool tones counterbalanced with lush patterns. A haven in the city centre with a beachside escape, just a short drive away.
A memory of Ibiza to take home
Our new boutique is a jewel box tucked away inside the front doors at Montesol Experimental, a treasure trove of accessories and clothes from local Spanish artisans to international designers. The perfect place to find a gift or something just for you, from jewellery from Gas Bijoux and supple leather bags from Malababa, to sunglasses to hide tired eyes from Pared Eyewear and incredible handmade scarves and ponchos from Aurea Fibra Nativa.
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Night Fever
In the heyday of the 80s, music and psychedelia hit Ibiza without warning, a tsunami of decadence. Seemingly overnight, Ibiza became the global party capital, a place where celebrities descended to dance the night away. Our rooftop cocktail bar is a step back in time, a reminder of the heady days of Ibiza. Cold glasses of rosé and cocktails with views of Dalt Vila, evenings against the backdrop of Ibiza's Old Town and the bustling marina. A place to start the evening, a touch of vibrant nightlife only steps away from Pacha, where the party continues well into the night.
Welcome to Montesol Experimental, our hotel in the heart of Ibiza
Bringing back the treasures of Ibiza, with an Experimental twist.
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