Es Paradis Ibiza, breathtakingly beautiful club on the San Antonio waterfront (Sant Antoni)

History

Second only in longevity to Pacha, Es Paradis opened in 1975. The spectacular creation of Pepe Aguirre drew people to the then sleepy fishing village of San Antonio. Es Paradis have hosted their share of hip parties but as the resort town became dominated by unsophisticated British holidaymakers so the nightlife on offer has gone down market. Modern-day Es Paradis is popular with youngsters based in San An but fails to draw crowds from further afield.

Location

Directly on the waterfront of San Antonio, opposite the harbour. It's only a 5 minute walk from the West End! If you are staying down the Bay (Port d'es Torrent), the disco bus ferries clubbers back and forth all night.

Music Policy

As is usual in Ibiza the music varies from night to night and promoter to promoter, though Es Paradis showcases a greater variety than most.

There's the fluffiest of trance courtesy of Dj Sammy, hard dance, old skool, urban sounds and funky house at other times.

Inside Es Paradis

Quite unique in Ibiza, the decor is largely white and ornate. Think Roman columns and marble surfaces. The greenery is well-maintained and extensive. The main dance floor is round and tiered, and overlooked by the dj booth. Above the dance floor is podium populated by professional exhibitionists.

There are numerous levels and bars and another room for alternative sounds which runs virtually the length of the west wall.

Prices

Expect to pay around 25 - 40€. A beer should cost around 5€, vodka limon 8€. Reduced price flyers and occasional free entry tickets are available from bars around San Antonio.

A quick tip from one of our readers - don't try and get into the Fiesta del Agua (water party) with swimming shorts or trunks as you probably won't get let in. You can of course cunningly wear them underneath your clothes tho.