Cala Bassa
A large curve of fine white sand with rocky promontories on either side ideal for fishing, backed with shady pine forests good for walking or a cool and peaceful siesta. The shallow, gently sloping waters over a sandy bottom are suitable for games and children. Reached by bus or car, or ferry from San Antonio.
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Cala Carbo
One of Ibiza's most private little beaches. Turn left at the signpost on the San Jose to Cala Vadella road. A small, sheltered sandy cove surrounded by rocky, pine clad hills. A combination of sand and pebbles under shallow waters near the shore. Good moorings for private boats and limited car parking. Reached by car on good road, and private boat.
Cala Conta
Two stretches of sandy beach, backed by rocky terrain, with a third, smaller beach at the far end, reached by steps hewn into the rock. No shade, so take cover-ups. The shallow waters near the shore are safe for children. The views from above the beach, across to the islands and the changing colours of the sea, are beautiful. Reached by ferry, bus or car.
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Cala Tarida
Sheltered by a backdrop of well urbanised hills, this is the longest and widest beach, of fine white sand, this side of the island. The clean, clear waters over a sandy bottom are shallow to quite a way out on the right, deeper and more pebbly to the left. Interestingly shaped rocks to swim out to for a solitary sunbathe. No shade so take cover-ups. Reached by bus or car on a good road; ferry.
Cala Salada
Just to the north of San Antonio. Larger than a cove, a sandy beach with rocky intervals, surrounded by steep, forested hills. A lovely adventure spot for walks. Strong swimmers reach the small strip of sand past the rocks on the right for a private sunbathe. Reached by car or private boat.
Cala Vadella
Breathtaking views as you swoop around and down to this protected Bay, surrounded by pine clad hills, ideal for walks. The big, wide beach of fine white sand slopes gently into shallow waters close to shore - good for fun and games with the children - then shelves suddenly, causing perfect breakers for surf jumping. Further out, the protected Bay is suitable for learning to windsurf. The cool, terraced Water Garden at one end of the beach has shops and restaurants. Good tarmac road and scenic driving.
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San Antonio (Sant Antoni de Portmany)
There is no beach in the town itself though there are numerous thin strips
of sandy beach starting from the outskirts of the town and stretching
all along the bay. The bay area beaches, on the whole, are gently sloping,
thus enabling safe bathing and paddling. This resort is aimed chiefly
at the 18-30's age group. There are a multitude of bars, fun-pubs and
discos, and there are also several large clubs.
The Bay area facing St Antonio is aimed more at families and is far quieter
than the town. Here the accent is on beaches, value for money restaurants
and children friendly pubs. That said, the Bay area is well developed
and can be lively in high season. Small ferries bob across and around
the bay throughout the day and early evening.
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Hotel Map of San Antonio Bay
Punto Pinet
Reached by ferry from the San Antonio promenade. It is curved, wide and sandy, safe for children, complete with kiddies' play park in the shade. The views across to San Antonio and the constantly passing sea traffic delight sunbathers. Excellent shoreline walks in either direction. Also on bus route (stop at Hotel Pinet Playa).
Port d'es Torrent
Situated on the bay of San Antonio. It has a smallish but wide, curved sandy beach with pebble bottom, shallow waters close to shore. Overlooked by holiday apartment blocks. Reached by ferry, bus or car.