Sa Caseta La Casita

About Sa Caseta La Casita

Sa Caseta La Casita suits travellers who want a quiet base close to the La Savina port, within easy reach of Sant Francesc and the island's beaches. The hotel is a 4-star property with self-catering facilities, a garden and free parking. It works best for couples or families who prefer to cook their own meals and explore the island by bike or car.

The hotel provides listed air conditioning, a kitchen or kitchenette, a washing machine, a terrace and a patio. Guests have a lounge, a DVD player and free WiFi. The property is not beachfront, but the Estany des Peix lagoon is 1 km away for paddleboarding or kayaking.

Location: La Savina

Sa Caseta La Casita is in the Porto Saler area of La Savina, Formentera's port village. La Savina sits beside the Estany des Peix lagoon, with ferry connections to Ibiza Town. The hotel is 1.8 km straight line from the ferry port and 2.9 km from Sant Francesc Xavier, the island's small capital with a fortified church and shops. The area is flat and quiet, with a mix of holiday homes and a few shops.

In July and August, the port and the nearby beaches draw day-trippers from Ibiza. In the shoulder months of May, June and September, the pace is slower and the roads less busy. A car, scooter or bike is useful for reaching the beaches and villages; the distances to Cala Saona (3.6 km) and the lagoons are manageable by bike. Buses and taxis also serve the area.

Rooms and facilities

Rooms at Sa Caseta La Casita are listed with air conditioning, a fan, a safe, a TV and a DVD player. Each has a kitchen or kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and coffee maker. The property offers family rooms, a sofa bed and a washing machine. The terrace and patio provide outdoor space, and the garden is shared. Non-smoking rooms and wheelchair access are listed.

Guests arriving late should confirm check-in arrangements with the hotel, as reception hours may vary. The listed facilities include a hairdryer, iron and board, and toiletries. The kitchen allows self-catering, which is useful given that many restaurants close from November to April. The hotel does not list an on-site restaurant or pool.

Getting there

Formentera has no airport. Fly to Ibiza Airport (IBZ), about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town. From the airport, take a bus or taxi to Ibiza Town port. Ferries to La Savina run frequently in season: fast ferries take about 30-35 minutes, conventional ferries about an hour. From La Savina port, the hotel is 1.8 km straight line, a short taxi ride or a 20-minute walk. Check ferry operators for current timetables.

Getting around Formentera: the island is flat, about 19 km long. Bikes and scooters are popular, using the signposted green routes (circuits verds). Buses connect La Savina, Sant Francesc, Es Pujols and the beaches. Taxis are available. The Consell de Formentera caps visitor vehicles in high season; check before bringing or hiring a car. The hotel has free car parking.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The Estany des Peix lagoon is 1 km away, a calm spot for paddleboarding or kayaking. The Ses Salines Natural Park covers the north of the island, with the Ses Illetes sand spit, the Estany Pudent lagoon and salt pans that attract birds. The birdwatching area is 2.3 km from the hotel. Sant Francesc Xavier, 2.9 km away, has a fortified 18th-century church, a market and the island's main shops.

Cala Saona, 3.6 km away, is a small west-facing cove with red cliffs, good for sunset. The long south-coast beach of Platja de Migjorn is a few kilometres further. For a longer trip, La Mola plateau (about 190 m high) has the Far de la Mola lighthouse, and Cap de Barbaria offers a bare southern cape with a lighthouse. Local food includes peix sec (dried fish), island salads and fresh fish.

A day from Sa Caseta La Casita

Start the morning at Sa Caseta La Casita with breakfast on the terrace. Walk or cycle the 1 km to the Estany des Peix lagoon for a paddleboard or kayak session on the calm water. Mid-morning, head to Sant Francesc Xavier, 2.9 km away, to see the fortified church and the morning market (check market days). Pick up supplies for lunch from the local shops.

In the afternoon, cycle to Cala Saona, 3.6 km away, for a swim and a picnic on the red-cliff cove. Return via the lagoons for birdwatching at the Estany Pudent area, 2.3 km from the hotel. Evening: watch the sunset at Cala Saona or from the hotel's patio. Cook dinner in the kitchen or visit a restaurant in La Savina (seasonal opening applies).

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes from roughly November to April; check Sa Caseta La Casita's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with more visitors and higher demand. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate varies by season and accommodation type, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the Govern de les Illes Balears for current rates.

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