The Ibiza season may be slowly drawing to a close, but some of our favourite island people, hip hangouts, culture vultures, foodies and creative minds have been saving the best for last.
From Wednesday, September 27th until Sunday, October 1st 2023, roaming event series the Beat Hotel is once again throwing its doors wide open to welcome Ibiza lovers from all over the world for poolside fun, sundowner chill, tasty treats and inspiring conversations.
In homage to the Parisian artist residence that gained fame in the 1950s as a hotspot where the likes of William Burroughs, Allen Ginsberg, and Gregory Corso exchanged ideas, the Balearic edition of Beat Hotel will be taking over Las Mimosas on the sunset coast of Ibiza. A programme jam-packed with music, elevated dining experiences, and plenty of dance floor action awaits.
Making the most of the glorious September sunshine, guests can drop in daily for the Swim Club sessions featuring a juicy line-up of poolside DJ sets and a mouthwatering BBQ by renowned restaurateur Richard H. Turner (of the world-famous, sustainable steak and seafood Hawksmoor restaurants) and his friends. Afterwards, ocean views and cocktails await on the hotel’s rooftop, and for those who cannot tear themselves away from this heavenly set-up, it’s not too late to ask for a room at the inn (subject to availability)!
Meanwhile, the nocturnal programme traverses the width and breadth of the island, taking over a different venue on each each day.
From epic clifftop sunset spot Hostal La Torre to the vibey The Standard Ibiza, boho cool open air club Cova Santa to the charming Las Dalias Hippie Market in the North (and its sister micro-club Akasha), as well as the original party hotel, Pikes Ibiza, music and food lovers alike are spoilt for choice.
Live acts performing during the five consecutive days include Peruvian songstress and producer Sofia Kourtesis, Italian ambient pioneer Gigi Masin playing a rooftop show in the Old Town, and the seven-piece Spirit of Sundaze Ensemble, who are set to bring a contemporary take on the Balearic spirit when they headline an open air concert at Las Dalias.
The Beat Hotel’s line-up of international DJ talent spans club tastemakers rarely seen in Ibiza, alongside outliers of the scene making their White Isle debuts.
John Talabot and Axel Boman will play under their Talaboman guise, alongside Phantasy’s Daniel Avery and rising talent Gabrielle Kwarteng. Elsewhere, the bill includes house aficionado Suze Ijó, vivacious DJ / NTS regular Shanti Celeste playing b2b Roi Perez, Amsterdam’s Elias Mazian and the cinematically inclined Alex Kassian. Complementing the roster of international acts, support duties fall to some of the island’s most trusted selectors including Camilo Miranda, Pete Gooding, Chris Coco, The Brothers Grim and Phat Phil Cooper.
Furthermore, just like every year, Beat Hotel also offers a culture-focused programme that is centred around the idiosyncrasies of the island and its people.
On Wednesday, September 27th, a think tank led by Ibicencan creative Francesca Tur (Tendencias TV) together with journalist and DJ Christian Len, will bring together some of the brightest creative minds of the White Island at Las Mimosas for a discussion about inspiration and creativity in Ibiza.
The cultural offering continues on Thursday, 28th September, with the conceptually-led “Island Times”, a diverse selection of creatives that will showcase the influence of Ibiza and their early experiences of the island on their art, including a conversation with renowned author Irvine Welsh and special DJ sets by e-soul protagonist Luke Una and Ibicenco Gaya Brisa. The music will be complemented by a dinner prepared by Michelin-starred chef Brad Carter, with the menu taking inspiration from Ibiza’s dancefloors in the form of three-courses: “Warm up”, “Main Room” and “Afterparty.
See the full programme below:
Beat Hotel Swim Club
Venue: ‘The Residence’ at Las Mimosas
Times: 12pm – 7pm
Dates: Daily Wednesday 27th Sept – Sunday 1st Oct
BBQ: Poolside DJs, swimming & BBQ by Richard H. Turner (Hawksmoor) & friends.
Line-up featuring: Alex Kassian, Andy Wilson, Axel Boman, Be.Lanuit, Cami Layé Okún, Chris Coco, Coco Maria, Dan Beaumont, DJ Pippi, Heels & Souls, Irvine Welsh (DJ set), Luca Averna, Luke Una, Pete Gooding, Phat Phil Cooper, Raw Silk, The Brothers Grim, Wasted Space
Tickets: €15 including a welcome Patron cocktail from www.beat-hotel.com.
Beat Hotel presents Sunset Sounds
Venue: Hostal La Torre
Times: 5pm – 11pm
Date: Wednesday 27th September
Line-up: Cami Layé Okún, Coco Maria, and Zakia, plus a seated dinner by the Hostal La Torre chefs.
Reservations via www.beat-hotel.com.
Beat Hotel presents Island Times
Venue: The Standard Ibiza
Timings: 6.30pm – 12am
Date: Thursday 28th September
Line-up: Irvine Welsh in conversation. Gaya Brisa (sunset set), Gigi Masin (live), Luke Una, plus a 3-course menu by Brad Carter x The Standard
Tickets: €150 per person including 3-course dinner, drinks* & entertainment.
(*Drinks included per person: 2 x Patron cocktails + half bottle wine + water.)
Beat Hotel x Cova Santa
Venue: Cova Santa
Date: Friday 29th September
Line up: Raw Silk, Sofia Kourtesis live, Willie Graff, Daniel Avery, Gabrielle Kwarteng, Perel, Talaboman – John Talabot & Axel Boman
Tickets: From €35 via Ibiza Spotlight.
Beat Hotel x Las Dalias
Venue: Las Dalias
Time: 8pm – 11pm
Date: Saturday 30th September
Line-up: Camilo Miranda, Spirit of Sundaze Ensemble live
Tickets: Free entry via guestlist.
Beat Hotel x Akasha
Venue: Akasha
Time: 11pm – 5am
Date: Saturday 30th September
Line-up: Alex Kassian, Elias Mazian, Suze Ijó
Tickets: €20 advance from Ibiza Spotlight / €25 on the door (subject to availability).
Beat Hotel x Pikes on Sunday
Venue: Pikes Ibiza
Time: 12pm-4am
Date: Sunday 1st October
Freddies: Shanti Celeste b2b Roi Perez
Sunset Terrace: Heels & Souls, Louise Chen
Poolside: Dicky Trisco,The Brothers Grim, Willie Graff
Tickets: Free entry via guestlist.
For further information visit www.beat-hotel.com.
