Hostal Santi

About Hostal Santi

Hostal Santi suits travellers who want a quiet base on Formentera without staying in the busiest village. This one-star guesthouse sits inland, 1.4 km from the tiny fishing harbour of Es Caló de Sant Agustí, where boat houses line the shore below the La Mola plateau. The setting is rural and calm, a short ride from the island's south coast beaches.

The guesthouse offers a straightforward stay with a garden, an outdoor pool and a terrace. Breakfast is available, and there is a restaurant and bar on site. Free car parking and free wifi are listed among the facilities. With one star, the accommodation is simple and functional rather than luxurious, aimed at guests who spend their days out exploring and return for a rest.

Location: Es Caló de Sant Agustí

Hostal Santi is in the Venda de Ses Clotades area, about 1.4 km straight line from Es Caló de Sant Agustí. This small fishing harbour is a cluster of traditional boat houses, a working place rather than a resort. The nearest beach, Platja de Migjorn, is 3.1 km away, a long open stretch of sand backed by dunes and juniper on the south coast.

Sant Ferran de ses Roques, a crossroads village between the lagoon and the south coast, is 5.5 km away. La Savina port, where the ferry from Ibiza Town arrives, is 10.3 km straight line. In high summer, the island is busy but Es Caló remains quieter than Es Pujols. From November to April, much of the tourism business closes, so check the guesthouse's opening dates before planning a winter stay.

Rooms and facilities

The guesthouse lists a garden, an outdoor pool, a terrace and a lift. Rooms are not described in detail, so confirm the exact layout and facilities with the property before booking. The free car parking is useful for guests who plan to hire a vehicle, and the wheelchair accessible access suggests the property has made some effort for guests with limited mobility.

For couples, the quiet rural setting and pool provide a restful base. Families will find the garden and pool suitable for children, though pets are not allowed. Late arrivals should check the check-in arrangements directly with the guesthouse, as the island's ferry schedules vary by season and the property may have specific arrival times.

Getting there

Formentera has no airport. Fly to Ibiza Airport (IBZ), about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town, then take a taxi or bus to the port. Ferries from Ibiza Town to La Savina take about 30-35 minutes on fast ferries or about an hour on conventional ones. Sailings are frequent in season and fewer in winter, so check the ferry operators for current timetables.

From La Savina, Hostal Santi is 10.3 km straight line away. A taxi or a hire car will cover the drive in about 15 minutes. The Consell de Formentera caps visitor vehicles in high season, so check the rules before bringing or hiring a car. Bikes and the signposted green routes (circuits verds), scooters, buses and taxis are alternatives for getting around the island.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Es Caló de Sant Agustí, 1.4 km away, is the nearest area, with its boat houses and a small harbour. Platja de Migjorn, 3.1 km away, is the long open south-coast beach, good for walking and swimming. Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 5.5 km away, has a few shops and services. The craft market at El Pilar de la Mola, 3.9 km away, runs on Wednesdays and Sundays in season.

The La Mola lighthouse, 7.2 km away, sits on the plateau about 190 m high. Island food includes peix sec (dried fish), fresh fish and island salads. The boat houses at Es Caló, 1.4 km away, are a distinctive sight. For a sunset, Cap de Barbaria, the bare southern cape with a lighthouse, is a longer trip but worth it.

A day from Hostal Santi

Start the day at Hostal Santi with breakfast, then walk or cycle the 1.4 km to Es Caló de Sant Agustí. Watch the boat houses and the small harbour, then head to Platja de Migjorn, 3.1 km away, for a morning swim. The beach is open and backed by dunes, with space to spread out.

In the afternoon, visit the craft market at El Pilar de la Mola, 3.9 km away, if it is a Wednesday or Sunday in season. Continue to the La Mola lighthouse, 7.2 km away, for views over the plateau. Return to the guesthouse for a swim in the pool and an evening meal at the on-site restaurant, or drive to Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 5.5 km away, for a change of scene.

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check Hostal Santi's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest beaches and ferry queues. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and length of stay, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the Govern de les Illes Balears for the current rate.

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