Can Carabasso

About Can Carabasso

Can Carabasso suits travellers who want a quiet base in the Ibizan countryside, away from the coastal crowds. The hotel is not rated and has no guest score listed; it is a straightforward property with a garden, an outdoor pool and a terrace. The stay is about having space to relax between trips to the coves and villages of the east and north of the island.

The hotel is listed as wheelchair accessible and has a lift, which makes it practical for guests with limited mobility. Free car parking is provided, and the property has a lounge, a safe and a picnic area. Pets are not allowed. The facilities are simple and functional, aimed at couples or families who plan to spend most of their time exploring rather than staying on site.

Location: Sant Joan de Labritja

Can Carabasso is on a rural road called Diseminado Bolatar Del Dalt, outside any resort strip. The nearest town by straight line is Santa Eulària des Riu, 7.4 km away, a river town with a marina, a promenade and a slower pace than the west coast. Cala Llonga, a long sheltered inlet with shallow water, is 8.8 km away. Es Canar, a family beach with the Punta Arabí hippy market, is 10.9 km away. The hotel is not beachfront; the coast is a short drive.

In high summer the area is quieter than the south or west, but the roads to Santa Eulària and the beaches can be busy. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the countryside is calm and the temperatures are pleasant for driving to the north coast calas. From November to April much of the island's tourism business closes, but Santa Eulària stays open year round.

Rooms and facilities

The hotel lists a sofa bed, a safe, free WiFi and cleaning as facilities. The rooms are not described in detail; guests should confirm the exact configuration, the number of beds and whether the sofa bed is in a separate area. The property has a lift and is wheelchair accessible, which is useful for those who cannot manage stairs.

For late arrivals, check-in times should be confirmed directly with Can Carabasso. The hotel has free car parking, so guests arriving by hire car can park on site. There is no mention of a restaurant or bar; the lounge and terrace are the main shared spaces. The outdoor pool and garden are available for daytime use.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 17.7 km straight line from Can Carabasso. A taxi from the airport takes about 20-25 minutes on the main roads. Buses from the airport run to Santa Eulària des Riu in summer; from there a taxi or a hire car covers the remaining 7.4 km to the hotel. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility for exploring the island.

Ibiza Town port is 11.9 km straight line from the hotel. Ferries from the port connect to Formentera (La Savina), Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. From the port a taxi to Can Carabasso takes about 15-20 minutes. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer; check the schedules with the operators. The hotel's rural location means a car is the most practical way to reach it.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach by straight line is Cala Llonga at 8.8 km, a sheltered inlet with shallow water suitable for families. Es Canar at 10.9 km has a sandy beach and the Punta Arabí hippy market on Wednesdays in season. The north coast calas, such as Portinatx and Cala Sant Vicent, are about 10.5 km straight line and are best reached by car; they are pine-ringed and quieter than the south.

Santa Eulària des Riu at 7.4 km has a promenade, a marina and restaurants serving fresh fish and rice dishes. The Las Dalias market at Sant Carles de Peralta is 8.3 km away and runs on Saturdays in season; check the current days. The Punta Arabí market is 11.4 km away. The countryside around the hotel has no shops or bars within walking distance; a car is needed for supplies.

A day from Can Carabasso

A day from Can Carabasso could start with breakfast on the terrace, then a drive to Cala Llonga for a morning swim. The water is shallow and sheltered, good for families. After lunch in Santa Eulària, a walk along the promenade or a visit to the marina. In the afternoon, drive to the north coast calas, such as the coves near Portinatx, for a quieter swim. Return to the hotel for a rest by the pool.

In the evening, drive to Sant Carles de Peralta for a meal or to browse the Las Dalias market if it is a Saturday. Alternatively, head to Es Canar for the Punta Arabí market on a Wednesday. Dinner could be in Santa Eulària, where the restaurants stay open later in season. The drive back to the hotel is short, and the countryside is dark and quiet at night.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Can Carabasso whether it is open in those months. July and August are the peak months, with higher temperatures and more traffic. 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 with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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