Can Mariano Mayans

About Can Mariano Mayans

Can Mariano Mayans is a self-catering hotel on Formentera, set inland between the capital Sant Francesc Xavier and the west-coast cove of Cala Saona. The property suits travellers who want a quiet base with a kitchen and a garden, away from the busier beachfront strips. The hotel is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed; it is a practical choice for those who prefer to cook and relax in a private outdoor space rather than eat out every evening.

The hotel provides a range of facilities including a kitchen or kitchenette, an outdoor pool, a terrace and a picnic area. There is free car parking and free WiFi. The rooms have air conditioning, a safe, a TV and a balcony or patio. A cot is available for families, and the hotel has a games room and a lounge. Express check-in is offered for late arrivals.

Location: Sant Francesc Xavier

Can Mariano Mayans is in the Venda De La Miranda area, about 1.7 km straight line from Sant Francesc Xavier, the small capital of Formentera. Sant Francesc has a fortified 18th-century church, a market and the island's main shops. The hotel is 3 km straight line from Cala Saona, a west-facing cove with red cliffs, and 3.8 km from the lagoons of Ses Salines Natural Park. La Savina port, where the ferry from Ibiza Town arrives, is 4.8 km away.

In high summer, the roads around Sant Francesc and the beaches get busy with day-trippers and hire cars. The hotel's inland position means it is quieter than the coast. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the area is calmer, and the green routes (circuits verds) for cycling and walking are more pleasant. A car or scooter is useful to reach the beaches and villages, though taxis and seasonal buses also serve the island.

Rooms and facilities

The hotel lists facilities that include a kitchen or kitchenette, a refrigerator, microwave, oven, toaster, dishwasher and coffee maker, so guests can prepare their own meals. Each room has air conditioning, a TV, a safe, a hairdryer and a balcony or patio. A washing machine and ironing facilities are available, and housekeeping is provided. The rooms are suitable for couples and families, with family rooms and a cot listed.

Guests arriving late can use the express check-in service. The hotel has a garden, terrace, picnic area and outdoor pool. There is a games room and a lounge. Free WiFi and free car parking are included. Confirm with the property the exact room layout and whether the kitchen is a full kitchen or a kitchenette, as the facilities list both.

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 run from the port to La Savina on Formentera: fast ferries take about 30-35 minutes, conventional ferries about an hour. Sailings are frequent in season and fewer in winter; check the ferry operators for current timetables. From La Savina, Can Mariano Mayans is 4.8 km straight line inland. A taxi or a hire car collected at the port covers the short drive.

On Formentera, getting around is by bike on the signposted green routes (circuits verds), scooter, bus or taxi. The Consell de Formentera caps the number of visitor vehicles in high season; check before bringing or hiring a car. The hotel has free car parking, so a hire car is convenient for exploring the island's beaches, villages and lighthouses.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Sant Francesc Xavier, 1.7 km away, is the island's capital with a fortified church, a market and shops. Cala Saona, 3 km away, is a west-facing cove with red cliffs, good for a sunset visit. The lagoons of Ses Salines Natural Park, 3.8 km away, are good for birdwatching, especially around Estany Pudent and Estany des Peix. The Ses Illetes sand spit, with clear water, is further north and best visited early before the day boats arrive.

Formentera's food includes peix sec (dried fish), island salads and fresh fish. The market at Sant Francesc sells local produce. The village of Sant Ferran de ses Roques, 3.8 km away, is a crossroads with a few shops and cafés. Es Pujols, the liveliest village with a beach and evening bars, is about 5 km away. The Cap de Barbaria lighthouse and the Far de la Mola lighthouse are good for a drive and a walk.

A day from Can Mariano Mayans

Start the morning with breakfast on the terrace at Can Mariano Mayans. Drive or cycle the 1.7 km to Sant Francesc Xavier to visit the fortified church and the market. Then head 3 km to Cala Saona for a swim and a walk along the red cliffs. The cove faces west, so the light is good in the afternoon. Bring a picnic or buy supplies in Sant Francesc.

In the afternoon, drive 3.8 km to the lagoons of Ses Salines Natural Park. Walk along the shore of Estany Pudent and look for birds. Later, continue to the Ses Illetes sand spit for a swim in clear water. Return to the hotel for a rest by the outdoor pool. In the evening, drive back to Cala Saona to watch the sunset, then have dinner at a restaurant in Sant Francesc or Sant Ferran.

Practical tips

Much of Formentera's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Can Mariano Mayans for its opening dates. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest beaches and the highest demand for ferries and hire cars. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the type of accommodation and the season, and is reduced in low season and for longer stays. Children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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