Ibiza’s underground hotspot, Chinois, continues its biggest and most diverse season yet, serving up fresh August/September residencies from heavyweight names like Kerri Chandler, Shimza, and Mahmut Orhan. Located in the Marina Botafoch at the Ibiza Gran Hotel, this intimate club has quickly become a haven for music lovers craving authentic, dancefloor-focused nights. Alongside current residents Claptone and Bedouin, plus special showcases like SlapFunk and Disco Dom, Chinois continues to build its reputation as one of the island’s most inclusive, forward-thinking venues where the music always takes centre stage.
After closing out legendary runs from Francis Mercier’s Sòley and Honey Dijon, Chinois wastes no time keeping the momentum alive with three new residencies that promise to shake things up through the summer and early autumn. Kerri Chandler returns with his KAOZ Theory (Thursdays from July 31 to October 9), bringing that deep New York house vibe with a killer lineup of guests like Moodymann and The Blessed Madonna. Fridays split the spotlight between Shimza’s Afrohouse energy (August 8 to 29), showcasing South Africa’s finest alongside special guests like Dennis Ferrer and Zakes Bantwini, and later Mahmut Orhan’s rich fusion of deep house and nu disco (September 19 to October 10), backed by a global cast. These residencies, combined with Chinois’ ongoing weekend staples, Claptone’s mysterious Masquerade (Saturdays) and Bedouin’s transcendent SAGA (Sundays), cement the club as a cornerstone of Ibiza’s electronic scene.
Chinois is not just about residencies; it’s about crafting unforgettable nights. One-off events like Dombresky’s Disco Dom (August 26) plunge the dancefloor into a retro disco fever dream, with funk and soul classics framed by throwback decor and wild party energy. Meanwhile, SlapFunk’s lineup of underground heavy hitters like Dungeon Funk and Mella Dee continues to prove Chinois’ commitment to the cutting edge of electronic music culture. This mix of established names and fresh talents, all united by Chinois’ inclusive and dancefloor-first ethos, keeps the club buzzing well into the early hours.
The secret sauce at Chinois lies in its balance between intimacy and world-class programming. Unlike some sprawling Ibiza venues, this place feels like a sanctuary, a space where music lovers come to connect and lose themselves in beats that cut deep. The Gran Hotel setting in Marina Botafoch adds a touch of scenic charm, but it’s the carefully curated lineup and the community vibe that really make it special. Whether you’re drawn by Kerri Chandler’s timeless grooves or Shimza’s Afrohouse fire, there’s a sense that every night here is a journey into the heart of the global underground.
As the 2025 season unfolds, Chinois Ibiza proves it’s more than a club; it’s a statement. A statement that the dancefloor still rules, that diversity and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords, and that true music lovers will always find a home here. If you’re on the island and craving nights filled with authentic, boundary-pushing sounds, Chinois should be your go-to. Grab your tickets here and prepare for a season that’s as much about community as it is about the beats.
