Hotels
Ses Pitreras
Ibiza Rocks House at Pikes
Restaurants
El Chiringuito de Cala Gracioneta
Elixir Shore Club
Kama Sushi
La Sardina Loca
Ocean Beach Club
Pearl Restaurant
Villa Mercedes
Beaches
Cala D’Hort
Cala Vadella
Cala Conte
Cala Bassa
Cala de Bou
Cala Tarida
Sa Pedrera (Atlantis)
Cala Carbo
Cala Moli
Cala Corral
Cala Codolar
Port Des Torrent
Es Pinet
Es Pouet
Shops
Bars
Boats
Health & Wellness
Clubs
Why visit?
The south west of the island boasts some of Ibiza’s most picture perfect settings plus plenty of wide, open spaces, breathtaking sunsets and iconic locations – ideal for intrepid explorers. And of course, for those with a taste for the brash and brazen party scene, San Antonio is happy to suffice.
Who you’ll meet
As the media suggests, San Antonio area is indeed chock-full of Brits abroad, including plenty of old timer expats who have endless stories of ‘the old days’ to share over a drink or two. You’ll find music lovers and party people plus seasonal workers of all ages, meanwhile, over in the national park areas and further west beaches, you’ll find born and bred Ibicencos mingling with true Ibiza lovers from all around the world, now calling the island their home.
Must-see
The monolithic silhouette of Es Vedra has long been referred to as the source of Ibiza’s inexplicable energy. Some say it’s the third most magnetic point in the world (geologists say no), others claim to have seen UFOs there, old wives tales say it’s the ancient site of the lost city of Atlantis. While nothing is confirmed one thing that is unquestionable is its beauty, best viewed from the beach of Cala D’Hort, or the deserted pirate lookout tower Torre de Savinar. When driving though the national park, keep your eyes peeled for the legendary pack of wild ibicenco hounds, Podencos, who roam the region to this day.
Must-do
Visit Atlantis! OK, so it’s not the mythical city of the same name, but it’s an incredible secret cove that take about an hour to hike to from Es Vedra. Catch a sunset from Es Vedra, Cala Conte, Cala de Bou or the iconic San Antonio sunset strip – there are enough lookout points in the west to fill a month-long holiday!
When to visit
The sun always sets in the west of course, the best time to catch it melting into the sea opposite the coastline is from June to October. Other annual events include January’s Flower Power festival in San Antonio, January’s animal blessing and San Jose’s turn to do Flower Power in March.
Photography by Sofia Gómez Fonzo Photography