Can Piedrópolis

About Can Piedrópolis

Can Piedrópolis is a countryside hotel on Formentera, set outside the main resort areas. The hotel is unrated and has no guest score, so the stay is what you make of it. It suits travellers who want a quiet base with a kitchen, a pool and free parking, and who prefer to explore the island by bike or car rather than stay in a village. The property is not beachfront, but Cala Saona is 2.5 km away and the south coast is within easy reach.

The hotel is a self-catering kind of place. The listed facilities include a kitchen, oven, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and a fridge, so you can shop at the markets and cook. There is an outdoor pool, a garden, a terrace and a patio. Air conditioning and free wifi are listed, and pets are allowed. The hotel is not rated for stars, so there is no star category to guide expectations; the emphasis is on practical comfort and independence.

Location: Formentera

Can Piedrópolis is in the countryside of Formentera, away from the lively village of Es Pujols and the port of La Savina. The nearest village is Sant Francesc Xavier, 5 km away, the small capital with a fortified 18th-century church, a market and the island's shops. The hotel sits in a quiet area of dry stone walls and pine woods, typical of the island's interior. You will need transport to reach the beaches and villages; the straight-line distances give a sense of the scale, but roads add a little time.

The hotel is 7.4 km from La Savina port, where the ferry from Ibiza Town arrives. Cala Saona, the island's one real cove with red cliffs and a west-facing sunset, is 2.5 km away. Platja de Migjorn, the long open south-coast beach, is 6.8 km away. In high summer, the island is busy with day trippers and the vehicle limits apply; in the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the countryside is quieter and the roads are easier. The hotel's rural position means you can escape the crowds even in August.

Rooms and facilities

The rooms at Can Piedrópolis are listed with air conditioning, a balcony or terrace, a bath, a desk, a safe, a hairdryer, an iron and board, and toiletries. The kitchen facilities mean you can prepare meals, and there is a dishwasher, microwave, oven, toaster and coffee maker. A cot and high chairs are available for families. The free wifi and TV cover entertainment, and the fan is useful for cooler nights. The property also lists a first aid kit, which is practical for a self-catering stay.

The outdoor pool and garden are shared spaces, and the patio and terrace are places to sit out. There is a smoking area, which is unusual. For active guests, the hotel lists horse riding, surf, water sports and yoga, though you should confirm with the property what is available on site or nearby. Parking is free, and pets are allowed, so you can bring a dog. As the hotel is unrated, check the exact room layout and the number of bedrooms when booking, especially for families.

Getting there

Formentera has no airport. You fly to Ibiza Airport (IBZ), which is about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town. From the airport, take a bus or taxi to Ibiza Town port, then a ferry to La Savina. Fast ferries take about 30-35 minutes; conventional ferries take about an hour. Sailings are frequent in season and fewer in winter, so check the ferry operators for current timetables. From La Savina, Can Piedrópolis is 7.4 km away in a straight line; the road distance is a bit more, so a taxi or a hire car is the practical option.

Once on Formentera, the best way to get around is by bike or scooter, using the signposted green routes (circuits verds). Buses and taxis also operate, but services are limited in the shoulder months. The Consell de Formentera caps the number of visitor vehicles in high season, so check before bringing or hiring a car. The hotel has free parking, which is useful if you do bring a car. For day trips, the port of La Savina is 7.4 km away, so you can easily catch a ferry to Ibiza Town for a day out.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach to Can Piedrópolis is Cala Saona, 2.5 km away, a small cove with red cliffs and clear water, popular for sunset. Platja de Migjorn, 6.8 km away, is a long open beach backed by dunes and juniper, with several areas of beach bars and restaurants. Sant Francesc Xavier, 5 km away, has a fortified 18th-century church built as a refuge, a market and the island's shops. Cap de Barbaria, 3.5 km away, is a bare southern cape with a lighthouse, another good sunset spot.

For food, Formentera is known for peix sec (dried fish), island salads and fresh fish. You can buy provisions in Sant Francesc or at the markets, and cook at the hotel. The hotel's kitchen makes self-catering easy. The village of Sant Ferran de ses Roques, between the lagoon and the south coast, is a short drive and has a few shops and bars. Es Pujols, the liveliest village, is further north and has a beach and evening bars. The hotel's rural location means you are never far from the coast, but you need transport to reach the villages.

A day from Can Piedrópolis

A day from Can Piedrópolis could start with breakfast on the terrace, then a short drive or bike ride to Cala Saona, 2.5 km away. The cove faces west, so the morning light is good for swimming before the day gets hot. After a swim, drive to Sant Francesc Xavier, 5 km away, to visit the fortified church and the market, and buy fresh bread, cheese and fruit for lunch. The island's Mahón-Menorca cheese is not made here, but local produce is available. Return to the hotel for a quiet afternoon by the pool.

In the late afternoon, head to Cap de Barbaria, 3.5 km away, to watch the sunset from the lighthouse. The cape is bare and windswept, with views over the sea. On the way back, stop at Platja de Migjorn, 6.8 km away, for a walk along the beach as the light fades. In the evening, cook dinner at the hotel using the kitchen, or drive to Sant Francesc for a meal. The hotel's rural position means the nights are quiet, and the stars are clear. The day is easy without a car, but a bike or scooter makes the distances more manageable.

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check the hotel's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the island at its busiest and the vehicle limits in force. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged by the accommodation per person per night; the rate depends on the type of accommodation and the season, is reduced in low season and for longer stays, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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