Complejo Lago Playa

About Complejo Lago Playa

Complejo Lago Playa is a one-star hotel suited to travellers who want a simple base on Formentera without spending much. The guest score of 4.0 out of 5 from 358 reviews suggests it meets expectations for the price. The property has an outdoor pool, a solarium and a garden, plus free car parking and free Wi-Fi. It is a no-frills option for independent visitors who plan to spend most of the day out exploring the island.

The hotel sits inland from Es Pujols, the liveliest village on Formentera, with its beach and evening bars. The area is flat and easy to cycle around. The stay is basic but functional: rooms come with a kitchenette or kitchen, a balcony or patio, air conditioning and a fan. Late arrivals can use the 24-hour front desk. This is not a beachfront property; the coast is a short ride away.

Location: Es Pujols

Complejo Lago Playa is in the Es Pujols area of Formentera, about 1.8 km straight line from the village centre and its beach. Es Pujols has a long sandy shore, boat houses and a strip of bars and restaurants that stay open late in season. The hotel is set back from the seafront, so it is quieter than the front-line accommodation. In high summer the village is busy with day-trippers and evening crowds; in the shoulder months of May, June and September it is calmer and more relaxed.

The nearest village by distance is Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 3.2 km straight line away, a crossroads settlement with a few shops and eateries. The hotel is 2.4 km from La Savina port, where every ferry from Ibiza arrives. A car is useful for reaching the south-coast beaches and Cap de Barbaria, but a bicycle or scooter is enough for Es Pujols, the lagoons and the nearby megalithic tomb. Taxis and a summer bus service also cover the island.

Rooms and facilities

The hotel lists rooms with a balcony or patio, air conditioning, a fan, a TV, a telephone and a safe. Each room has a kitchenette or kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave and coffee-making facilities, plus a desk and a sofa bed. Bathrooms include a bath, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries. The listed facilities are basic but cover the essentials for a self-catering stay. Guests should confirm the exact room layout and kitchen equipment with the property when booking.

Families are catered for with a cot, a playground and a sofa bed in the room. The 24-hour front desk and wake-up service are useful for late arrivals or early ferry departures. The hotel also lists laundry service, luggage storage and a car rental service. Non-smoking rooms are available. The facilities are a mix of standard and self-catering; check with Complejo Lago Playa whether the kitchenette is fully equipped for cooking.

Getting there

Formentera has no airport. Fly to Ibiza Airport (IBZ), about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town. From the airport take a taxi or bus to Ibiza Town port. Ferries to La Savina on Formentera run frequently in season and fewer in winter. Fast ferries take about 30-35 minutes; conventional ferries about an hour. Check the ferry operators for current timetables and fares. From La Savina port, Complejo Lago Playa is 2.4 km straight line away: a taxi, bus or bike ride of a few minutes.

Getting around Formentera is easiest by bike or scooter. The island has signposted green routes (circuits verds) for cycling and walking. A summer bus service connects La Savina, Sant Francesc, Es Pujols and the main beaches. Taxis are available at the port and in the villages. The Consell de Formentera caps the number of visitor vehicles in high season; check before bringing or hiring a car. The hotel offers free car parking, so a hire car is an option if booked in advance.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The closest sight is the Ca na Costa megalithic tomb, 0.8 km straight line from the hotel. It is a circular stone monument about 4,000 years old, the oldest known structure on the Pitiusas. The lagoons of the Ses Salines Natural Park are 1.5 km away, good for birdwatching. The Estany des Peix, 2.7 km away, is a calm lagoon ideal for a paddleboard or kayak. Es Pujols beach is 1.8 km away, with boat houses and a promenade.

Formentera food includes peix sec (dried fish), island salads and fresh fish from the local boats. The village of Sant Francesc Xavier, about 4 km away, has a fortified church, a market and most of the island's shops. The south-coast Platja de Migjorn and the coves of Cala Saona are a short drive or cycle from the hotel. The Far de la Mola lighthouse and the craft market at El Pilar de la Mola are further east and require transport.

A day from Complejo Lago Playa

Start the day with breakfast on the balcony or patio of the room. Walk or cycle the 0.8 km to the Ca na Costa megalithic tomb for a quiet morning visit before the heat builds. Then ride 1.5 km to the Estany Pudent lagoon to watch birds from the shore. The lagoons are part of the Ses Salines Natural Park, and the morning light is good for photography. Return to the hotel for a swim in the outdoor pool or a rest in the solarium.

In the afternoon, cycle 2.7 km to the Estany des Peix lagoon. The calm water is suitable for a paddleboard or a swim. Later, head to Es Pujols, 1.8 km from the hotel, for an evening walk along the beach and a meal in one of the village bars. The sun sets over the sea from the west side of the island; Cap de Barbaria or Cala Saona are good spots if you have transport. Return to the hotel on the flat roads.

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Complejo Lago Playa whether it is open in the months you plan to travel. July and August are the peak season, with the highest demand and the warmest sea temperatures (about 25-26 °C in August). The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and the type of accommodation, is reduced in low season and for longer stays, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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