Hotel Ca Marí

About Hotel Ca Marí

Hotel Ca Marí is a one-star hotel on Formentera, near the south coast. It suits travellers who want a straightforward base with a pool, a garden and a bar, without the price tag of a beachfront property. The hotel is set back from the coast, about 1 km straight line from Platja de Migjorn, the long open beach backed by dunes and juniper. The area is quiet and rural, with Sant Ferran de ses Roques 2.2 km away and Sant Francesc Xavier 3.6 km away.

The hotel is rated one star. No guest score is available. The facilities listed include an outdoor pool, a kids pool, a pool bar, a restaurant, a lounge and a game room. There is free car parking on site and free WiFi. The hotel is not on the beachfront; the nearest beach is Platja de Migjorn, 1 km away in a straight line.

Location: Platja de Migjorn

Hotel Ca Marí is on the Platja de Migjorn area of Formentera's south coast. The area is a long stretch of open beach with dunes and juniper scrub, not a built-up resort. Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 2.2 km away, is a crossroads village with a few shops and bars. Sant Francesc Xavier, the island's capital, is 3.6 km away; it has a fortified 18th-century church, a market and the main services. The hotel is about 6.6 km straight line from La Savina port, where the ferries from Ibiza arrive.

In high summer, the road to Platja de Migjorn gets busy with day visitors, but the hotel's location away from the beachfront keeps it quieter. In the shoulder months of May, June and September, the area is calm, with fewer cars and more space on the beach. From November to April, many businesses on the island close; check the hotel's opening dates before booking. A car or scooter is useful to reach the villages and the port, though taxis and buses are available.

Rooms and facilities

The hotel's listed facilities include air conditioning, a balcony, an electronic room key, a safe and non-smoking rooms. There are family rooms and a kids pool. The rooms are basic for a one-star property; guests should confirm the exact configuration and size directly with the hotel. The presence of a balcony suggests some rooms have outdoor space, but this is not guaranteed for every room.

Late arrivals should check the check-in times with the hotel, as the reception may not be staffed around the clock. The hotel lists luggage storage, which can help if you arrive before check-in or leave after check-out. Housekeeping and laundry service are listed. The room facilities are straightforward; for a one-star hotel, the air conditioning and safe are useful extras.

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. Check the ferry operators for current timetables. From La Savina, Hotel Ca Marí is 6.6 km straight line away. A taxi or a hire car covers the distance in about 10-15 minutes.

Once on the island, getting around is easiest by scooter, bicycle or car. The Consell de Formentera caps the number of visitor vehicles in high season; check before bringing or hiring a car. Signposted green routes (circuits verds) are good for cycling. Buses run between La Savina, Sant Francesc, Sant Ferran and the beaches, but services are less frequent in winter. The hotel has free car parking, so a hire car is convenient.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Platja de Migjorn is 1 km straight line from the hotel. It is a long open beach with dunes and juniper, good for walking and swimming. Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 2.2 km away, has a few shops and bars. Sant Francesc Xavier, 3.6 km away, has a fortified 18th-century church, a market and the island's main services. The Ca na Costa megalithic tomb, about 4,000 years old, is 5.1 km away near Es Pujols.

The lagoons of Ses Salines Natural Park, including Estany Pudent and Estany des Peix, are about 5 km away and good for birdwatching. The island's food includes peix sec (dried fish), fresh fish and island salads. There are no named restaurants or bars in the immediate area; guests can walk or drive to Sant Ferran or Sant Francesc for meals. The hotel has its own restaurant and bar.

A day from Hotel Ca Marí

Start the morning at Hotel Ca Marí with breakfast at the hotel's restaurant. Walk or cycle 1 km to Platja de Migjorn for a swim on the open south coast. The beach is backed by dunes and juniper, with space to spread out. In the late morning, drive 3.6 km to Sant Francesc Xavier to see the fortified church and the market (check market days). From there, continue 5 km to the lagoons to watch birds at Estany Pudent.

For lunch, return to the hotel or find a simple place in Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 2.2 km away. In the afternoon, drive 5.1 km to the Ca na Costa megalithic tomb near Es Pujols. Later, head to Cap de Barbaria or La Mola for sunset (about 10-15 km away). Return to the hotel for dinner at its restaurant or pool bar. The day uses a car or scooter to cover the distances.

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Hotel Ca Marí's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the highest demand and the busiest beaches. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and the type of hotel, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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