Can Cunsey

About Can Cunsey

Can Cunsey suits travellers who prefer the quiet of the Ibizan countryside over the noise of the coast. The hotel sits on a rural plot in the municipality of Sant Josep de sa Talaia, outside the main resort areas, with a garden, a terrace and a swimming pool. It is not rated with stars and has a guest score of 5.0 out of 5 from nine reviews, which suggests a consistent standard for those who book it.

This is a self-catering style of stay: the facilities include a fridge, a microwave, a dishwasher and a washing machine. There is free WiFi, air conditioning, a TV and a safe. A restaurant is listed on site, but the property also has the equipment to prepare meals. The hotel is not on the beachfront; the nearest coastal areas are Playa d'en Bossa at 4.6 km straight line and Talamanca at 5.6 km.

Location: Sant Josep de sa Talaia

Can Cunsey is in the countryside of Sant Josep de sa Talaia, about 4.4 km straight line from Dalt Vila and Ibiza Town. The area is agricultural, with dry-stone walls, pine woods and open fields. It is not a walkable location for beaches or shops: a car is needed for almost everything. The hotel lists a car rental service and free car parking, which points to the same conclusion. In high summer the roads to Ibiza Town and Playa d'en Bossa can be busy, but the property itself stays quiet.

In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October the countryside is greener and the roads lighter. The hotel is far enough from the main nightlife strips that noise is not an issue. The nearest town is Ibiza Town, a drive of about 4.4 km straight line, where the port, shops and restaurants are open year-round. A shuttle service is listed among the facilities, so check with Can Cunsey whether it runs to the town or the airport.

Rooms and facilities

The rooms at Can Cunsey are listed with air conditioning, a TV, a radio, a hairdryer, an iron and board, and toiletries. A safe is provided, and free WiFi is available. The property also lists a fridge, a microwave, a dishwasher and a washing machine, which suggests that at least some units have kitchen facilities. There is no mention of room types or numbers, so guests should confirm the layout with the hotel when booking.

For couples, the quiet rural setting and the terrace or patio are a draw. Families may find the self-catering equipment and the garden useful. Late arrivals should note that the check-in time is not given in the listing; it is best to inform Can Cunsey of the expected arrival time. The hotel does not allow pets. A lift is listed, which may help guests with luggage or limited mobility.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 5.4 km straight line from Can Cunsey. A taxi from the terminal takes about 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic. The airport bus serves Ibiza Town and the south beaches, but the stop is not at the hotel; a taxi or a hire car from the airport is the most practical option. The hotel lists a car rental service, which could be arranged in advance or at the airport.

Ibiza Town port is 4.9 km straight line from Can Cunsey. Ferries from the port connect to Formentera (La Savina), Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. From the port, a taxi to the hotel is quick. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, so check schedules with the operators. Seasonal buses run from the airport to Ibiza Town and the south beaches in summer, but they do not stop at Can Cunsey.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The closest listed beach is Playa d'en Bossa, 4.6 km straight line, the longest beach on Ibiza with shallow water and a row of beach bars. Talamanca is 5.6 km away, a calm bay across the marina from Ibiza Town. For a cove with a view of Es Vedrà, drive to Cala d'Hort, about 7 km south-west, inside the Cala d'Hort, Cap Llentrisca and Sa Talaia natural park. The hotel is not beachfront, so a car is needed for any swim.

Dalt Vila and Ibiza Town are 4.4 km straight line. The walled old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the Renaissance walls and the cathedral at the top. The Puig des Molins necropolis, a Phoenician-Punic burial site, is 4.2 km away. Sa Talaia, the highest point on Ibiza at about 475 m, is 7.3 km straight line and offers a view over the south of the island. The island's food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, fish stews served in two courses, available in town restaurants.

A day from Can Cunsey

A day from Can Cunsey starts with breakfast on the terrace or patio. Drive the 4.4 km to Dalt Vila and walk the walls of the upper town, then visit the Puig des Molins necropolis 4.2 km away. Mid-morning, drive to Playa d'en Bossa, 4.6 km, for a swim. The beach is long and shallow, with a few places to sit. Return to the hotel for lunch prepared in the kitchen or check whether the on-site restaurant is open.

In the afternoon, drive to Sa Talaia, 7.3 km, for the view from the highest point. Later, head to Cala d'Hort to see Es Vedrà from the shore. Evening can be in Ibiza Town, 4.4 km, for a meal of fresh fish and rice. The drive back to Can Cunsey is short. In shoulder months the roads are quieter; in July and August allow extra time for traffic around Playa d'en Bossa and Ibiza Town.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Can Cunsey whether it stays open during those months. July and August are the peak, with higher demand for hire cars and restaurants. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by Can Cunsey; the rate depends on the season and the type of room, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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