Sand, Music, and Good Vibes
We are all ready for the summer. Warmer weather and the sound of the ocean waves cannot come soon enough. For those traveling to Europe, Mexico, or the trendy small town of José Ignacio in Uruguay, we have selected some of our favorite spots to spend a relaxing day, and a fun night on the beach. From the food to the music, to the exotic cocktails, the following beach clubs have it all. We look forward to hearing which options are your personal favorite.
FRANCE
Verde Beach in Ramatuelle, France ranks in our list of the best beach clubs this summer. Photo courtesy of Verde Beach.
Verde Beach
Ramatuelle
With its festive atmosphere and family spirit, Verde Beach has become one of Pampelonne’s most sought-after private beaches for the international elite. Chef Julien Lee Thibault, an enthusiast of seafood cuisine, has put the spotlight on authentic Mediterranean cuisine.
Loulou Ramatuelle
Ramatuelle
Ever since Gilles Malafosse and Laurent de Gourcuff adapted their Parisian model to Ramatuelle, Loulou has rapidly become one of Saint-Tropez’s most exclusive beaches, where you can spend a lazy day and then party the night away.
GREECE
Scorpios
Mykonos
If you have ever heard of this exotic party island and its most popular clubs, you must have heard of the legendary Scorpios Mykonos. This location is often associated with the best parties, not only in Greece but the entire world. There is no celebrity or billionaire who stepped on this glorious island and did not pay a visit to iconic Scorpios at least once. Now you have the chance to experience this exclusive place as well.
Super Paradise Beach Club
Mykonos
Super Paradise is reborn and enters a new era of partying, connecting with each other and enjoying life, charged with the special energy that this beautiful beach in Mykonos has been radiating for over fifty years. Known for effortless comfort, Mykonos aesthetics showcase a bohemian, yet upbeat scene. A perfect place for partying, relaxation, an outstanding food experience with sensational wines and creative cocktails.
SPAIN
Cotton Beach Club
Ibiza
Accompanying the restaurant’s Mediterranean and Asian fusion cuisine is a wine list which is said to be one of the most extensive anywhere in Ibiza– with 19 champagne labels alone and a choice of vintages from Spain, Italy, and France, among others. If wine is not hitting the spot, then you can also enjoy a signature Cotton Island cocktail as you unwind with the house DJ’s laid-back rhythms.
Blue Marlin
Ibiza
Glitzy, glam and everything you have ever heard about Ibiza’s VIP scene and more, the original Blue Marlin Ibiza located on the pebbly shores of south coast hotspot Cala Jondal is the undisputed king of Ibiza’s beach club scene and a favorite among celebrities. Blue Marlin is one of Ibiza’s most glamorous, upmarket, and extravagant beach clubs. You will find it at Cala Jondal, and the club can be reached either by car or by boat. The menu offers premium cuisine with dishes ranging from Mediterranean classics to steak to sushi. As the sun sets, Blue Marlin becomes a decadent party hotspot, hosting a roster of big-name DJs.
MEXICO
Gitano Beach
Tulum
Experience the magic and mystique of Tulum at this hippy chic beach club, Gitano beach. Unplug, unwind, and enjoy barefoot sophistication amid the lush Mayan jungle and the crystalline Caribbean Sea. Set in a white sandy, private cove, on the turquoise Caribbean. It is the most naturally beautiful beach in Yucatán. Gitano beach offers a central open kitchen serving modern Mexican cuisine perfectly curated for the beach, salads, ceviche, and tacos. Sustainability is the core, with a total ban of plastic. Gitano beach supports public beach cleaning and other initiatives.
Taboo
Tulum
The best restaurant and beach club in the Tulum hotel zone, where the bohemian and rustic atmosphere is elevated through glamor and sophistication. In this oasis of natural beauty and spectacular white sandy beaches, their Tulum branch invites you to immerse yourself in the party atmosphere of the Mediterranean coast, full of vibrant energy and charm. More than a restaurant, it is a lifestyle that fuses the charm of this bohemian city with the spirit of the European summer.
URUGUAY
La Susana in José Ignacio, Uruguay ranks in our list of the best beach clubs this summer. Photo courtesy of La Susana José Ignacio and Vik José Ignacio
Parador La Huella
José Ignacio
Striking ocean views, bohemian music, and delicious seafood, Parador La Huella has fast become the chic, trendy gem in José Ignacio. Advanced booking is a must as this place is never seen without a crowd.
La Susana
José Ignacio
The restaurant on the beach of La Susana offers its visitors the quintessence of José Ignacio’s cool vibe. Located on the sand of José Ignacio’s Mansa Beach, this cool restaurant has the latest in fresh, local, and organic Uruguayan cuisine, atmosphere, and great music to add to the dining experience, sunset cocktails, parties, dinners, and bonfires.
Contributor — Ximena Lascurain | Lifestyle Consultant
From Mexico City, Ximena Lascurain brings to the Four Hundred Team a Latin flair. Growing up and attending Culinary School there, she has always been interested in the culture and gastronomy of her country. When she moved to NYC she attended the International Culinary Center where she certified as a Sommelier under the Court of Master Sommeliers. Prior to Four Hundred she worked in the kitchens of several Michelin star restaurants throughout Mexico, Spain and NY. What she enjoys the most when it comes to travel, is doing a lot of research. Specially when it comes to the "hidden gems" for local food and specialty coffee.