Casa Juliarina

About Casa Juliarina

Casa Juliarina is a self-catering apartment on the west coast of Ibiza. It suits travellers who want a base near the water with a kitchen, a garden and a terrace. The property is not rated with stars and has no guest score. The stay is independent: guests cook their own meals and explore the coves and headlands of the Sant Josep coast.

The apartment is in the Cala Comte area, about 1.2 km straight line from the cove. The west-facing coast is known for its clear shallow water, offshore islets and evening light. The area is quieter than the south and east resorts, with a handful of beach bars and a rocky coastline. A hire car is useful for reaching the coves and the island's interior.

Location: Cala Comte

Casa Juliarina is on Carrer Cala Conta in the Cala Comte area, in the municipality of Sant Josep de sa Talaia. The straight-line distance to Cala Comte is 1.2 km. The cove has shallow water over sand and rock, with islets offshore. The west coast is less built up than Playa d'en Bossa or Sant Antoni. The nearest town is Sant Antoni de Portmany, 6.4 km straight line. In high summer the road to Cala Comte gets busy; in the shoulder months of May, June, September and October the pace is slower and parking easier.

A car is the most practical way to reach the coves, the supermarket and the restaurants. The apartment has free car parking. Seasonal buses run along the main road between Sant Antoni and the south beaches, but the service is less frequent outside summer. The area feels rural: dry hills, pine trees and glimpses of the sea. The nearest village with shops is Sant Josep, a short drive inland.

Rooms and facilities

The apartment is listed with a kitchen, an oven, a dishwasher, a toaster and a washing machine. The living area has a TV, free WiFi and a desk. Bedrooms are listed with air conditioning and a fan. The balcony and terrace look out to the garden. A cot and high chairs are listed for families. Guests should confirm the number of bedrooms and the layout with the property when booking.

The apartment has a safe, a hairdryer, toiletries and an iron and board. The fireplace is listed but may not be used in summer. The property is non-smoking. Late arrivals should check the check-in procedure with Casa Juliarina directly. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering: guests can prepare breakfast, pack a picnic for the beach or cook an evening meal.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 15.1 km straight line from Casa Juliarina. A taxi takes about 20-25 minutes, depending on traffic. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility for the west coast. Buses run from the airport to Sant Antoni and the south beaches, but the stop for Cala Comte is a walk from the apartment. The bus service is more frequent in summer and reduced from November to April.

Ibiza Town port is 18.4 km straight line away. Ferries from the port connect to Formentera (La Savina), Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. From the port, a taxi or a hire car is the best option. Sant Antoni de Portmany is 6.4 km straight line and has some mainland ferry routes in season. Flights and ferries are fewer in winter; check the schedules when planning a stay outside the main season.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Cala Comte is 1.2 km straight line from the apartment. The cove has shallow water, sandy patches and islets offshore. It is a popular spot for swimming and watching the sunset. Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta are 7.1 km straight line away, on the north side of the Sant Antoni bay. Cala d'Hort, 7.7 km straight line, faces Es Vedrà, the limestone islet about 380 m high. The area around Cala d'Hort is part of the Cala d'Hort, Cap Llentrisca and Sa Talaia natural park.

Sa Talaia, the highest point on Ibiza at about 475 m, is 7.1 km straight line from Casa Juliarina. A walk or drive to the summit gives a view over the south and west of the island. Sant Antoni de Portmany, 6.4 km straight line, has a bay, a promenade, shops and restaurants. The west coast is known for bullit de peix and arròs a banda, fish stew served in two courses. Many coves have seasonal beach bars; check opening dates.

A day from Casa Juliarina

A morning at Casa Juliarina starts with breakfast on the terrace. Drive the 1.2 km to Cala Comte for a swim in the clear water. The shallow cove is good for snorkelling around the islets. Mid-morning, drive 7.7 km to Cala d'Hort and look across to Es Vedrà. The cove is inside a natural park; the walk to the Torre des Savinar watchtower gives a wider view of the islet and the coast.

In the afternoon, drive 7.1 km to the Sa Talaia summit for a view over the island. On the way back, stop at Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta, 7.1 km from the apartment, for a late swim. Return to Casa Juliarina as the light fades. The west-facing coast is known for its evening colours. Cook dinner in the kitchen or eat on the terrace. The garden and the quiet road make for a calm end to the day.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Casa Juliarina's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with more traffic and higher demand for parking at Cala Comte. 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, and is reduced in low season and for longer stays; children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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