Apartamentos Jovial

About Apartamentos Jovial

Apartamentos Jovial is a self-catering apartment property in Sant Antoni de Portmany, on the west coast of Ibiza. It suits travellers who want a simple, independent base with a kitchenette and a pool, rather than a full-service hotel. The property is not rated by stars and has no guest score listed; the facilities are listed by the operator and guests should confirm current details directly.

The property provides a range of listed facilities including an outdoor pool, a kids' pool, a pool bar, a solarium and a terrace. Apartments come with a kitchen or kitchenette, a refrigerator, a microwave and a toaster, plus a balcony. There is free WiFi, air conditioning, a safe and a 24-hour front desk. A car rental service and laundry service are listed, and family rooms and cots are available on request.

Location: Sant Antoni de Portmany

Sant Antoni de Portmany is a bay town facing due west. The north shore of the bay is the sunset strip, where people gather in the late afternoon to watch the sun drop into the sea. Apartamentos Jovial is 0.5 km straight line from the centre of Sant Antoni, so the town's restaurants, bars and the waterfront are within a short walk. The property is not on the beachfront; the nearest beaches are a short drive or bus ride away.

In July and August the town is busy, with evening crowds along the front and traffic on the main roads. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October the pace is quieter, though the town stays open year-round. From November to April much of Ibiza's tourism business closes, but Sant Antoni retains some year-round services. A hire car gives flexibility for exploring the west coast coves; seasonal buses also serve the area.

Rooms and facilities

The apartments at Apartamentos Jovial are listed as having a kitchen or kitchenette, a refrigerator, a microwave and a toaster, which allows guests to prepare their own meals. Each unit has a balcony, a TV and air conditioning. The property lists non-smoking rooms and a smoking area. For families, family rooms and cots are listed as available; guests should confirm the configuration and availability of cots when booking.

A 24-hour front desk is listed, so late arrivals can check in at any time. Lifts are listed, which helps with luggage. The safe in the room provides a place to store valuables. Guests who plan to cook should check what kitchen equipment is actually provided, as the list may vary between apartment types. The property does not list a restaurant on site, but the pool bar is listed for drinks and light snacks.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 13.9 km straight line from Apartamentos Jovial. A taxi from the airport to Sant Antoni takes about 20-25 minutes depending on traffic. Buses link the airport with Sant Antoni; more lines run in summer. Check the island bus operator for current routes and timetables. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility for reaching the property and exploring the island.

From Ibiza Town port, where ferries from Formentera, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia arrive, the straight-line distance to the property is 14.7 km. A taxi or a hire car from the port is the most direct option. Sant Antoni also has some mainland ferry routes in season, which may be convenient for guests arriving from Barcelona or Dénia. The property lists a car rental service on site.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beaches to Apartamentos Jovial are Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta, 2.6 km straight line. These are small coves with clear water, set among pine-covered cliffs. Further west, Cala Comte is 6.8 km straight line, with shallow clear water and islets offshore; it is a popular spot for watching the sunset. Cala d'Hort is 12.3 km straight line, a cove facing the limestone islet Es Vedrà, which rises about 380 m from the sea and is a nature reserve with no landing.

For a longer walk, Sa Talaia, the highest point on Ibiza at about 475 m, is 7.4 km straight line. The climb gives views across the island. Sant Antoni itself has a waterfront promenade, shops and restaurants. The island's food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses, and fresh fish and rice dishes. Many coves are easiest to reach by car or seasonal bus.

A day from Apartamentos Jovial

A day from Apartamentos Jovial might start with breakfast on the balcony, using the kitchenette to prepare coffee and toast. In the morning, drive or take a seasonal bus to Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta, 2.6 km away, for a swim in the clear water. The coves are small and can fill up in high summer, so arriving early is wise. Return to the apartment for lunch or eat at a café in Sant Antoni.

In the afternoon, head to Cala Comte, 6.8 km away, for shallow water and views of the offshore islets. Alternatively, drive to Cala d'Hort, 12.3 km away, to see Es Vedrà across the water. As the sun lowers, return to Sant Antoni's north shore, the sunset strip, to watch the sun set over the sea. Evening can be spent at a restaurant in town or back at the apartment, using the pool bar.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Apartamentos Jovial for its exact opening months. July and August are the peak, with higher demand and more crowds. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the type of accommodation and the season, is reduced in low season and for longer stays, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rates on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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