25 June 2026

Ibiza Hotels Claim Glory at Prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Awards 2026

The spotlight shone brightly on the Balearic Islands as the Condé Nast Traveler Awards 2026 celebrated their 19th edition. Among the night's big winners, two renowned Ibiza hotels stood out: the Ibiza Gran Hotel, which bagged the accolade for Best Hotel Design & Architecture, and OKU Ibiza, crowned for Best Relax & Fun Hotel. Meanwhile, the neighboring island of Formentera didn't go unnoticed, with Teranka Formentera being celebrated in the Hotel Escape category. The prestigious awards highlight the finest in the travel industry based on reader votes, reaffirming the allure of Ibiza and its neighboring islands as top-tier destinations for luxury and leisure. Adding to the prestige, Mallorca was titled Best National Destination, praised for its vibrant cultural life and stunning natural beauty, cementing the Balearic archipelago as a must-visit location all year round.

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