Ses fontenellas plaza

About Ses fontenellas plaza

Ses Fontenellas Plaza is a one-star hotel in the Sant Josep de sa Talaia area, 2.4 km from Sant Antoni de Portmany. It suits travellers who want a low-cost base on the west coast of Ibiza, close to the sunset strip and the coves of Cala Comte and Cala Salada. The hotel is listed with a garage, a park and a reception area; there is no beachfront.

The hotel is categorised as a beach resort, though the nearest beach is 4.7 km away at Cala Comte. Rooms are non-smoking and some have a sofa bed. The property is wheelchair accessible and has connecting rooms. This is a simple, functional stay for guests who plan to spend most of their time out exploring the coast.

Location: Sant Josep de sa Talaia

Ses Fontenellas Plaza is in the municipality of Sant Josep de sa Talaia, on the west side of Ibiza. Sant Antoni de Portmany is 2.4 km away, with its west-facing bay and the sunset strip along the north shore. The hotel is not in a village centre; a car or taxi is needed for most errands and outings.

In high summer the area is busy with visitors heading to the coves and the sunset strip. The shoulder months of May, June and September are quieter, with fewer crowds on the roads and at the beaches. The hotel's garage is a useful feature for those with a hire car.

Rooms and facilities

Ses Fontenellas Plaza offers rooms listed as non-smoking. Some rooms include a sofa bed, which can suit a small group or a family with one child. The hotel has connecting rooms for parties that want adjacent accommodation. All rooms are in a one-star category, so furnishings and facilities are basic.

Guests should confirm the exact room type and bedding configuration with the property before arrival. The hotel does not list air conditioning or a pool; check directly if these are important. Late arrivals should coordinate with the reception area, which is listed as a facility.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 13.6 km straight line from Ses Fontenellas Plaza. A taxi from the airport takes about 20 minutes by road. Buses from the airport serve Sant Antoni de Portmany (more lines in summer); from there a taxi or a short bus ride covers the remaining 2.4 km. A hire car gives flexibility for the coves and the rest of the island.

Ibiza Town port is 15.4 km straight line from the hotel. Ferries from the port connect to Formentera, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. Sant Antoni port also has some mainland routes in season. Flights and ferries are fewer from November to April; check the hotel's opening dates for the winter period.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest listed beach is Cala Comte, 4.7 km straight line from the hotel. It has shallow clear water and islets offshore, and is known for its sunsets. Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta are 4.1 km away, a pair of coves with pine-covered slopes. Cala d'Hort, 10.2 km away, faces the islet of Es Vedrà, a nature reserve where landing is not allowed.

Sant Antoni de Portmany, 2.4 km away, has a west-facing bay and the sunset strip on its north shore. Climb Sa Talaia, the highest point on Ibiza at about 475 m, is 6.2 km straight line. Island food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses; fresh fish and rice dishes are common in the area.

A day from Ses fontenellas plaza

From Ses Fontenellas Plaza, a morning drive 4.7 km to Cala Comte for a swim in the clear water. The cove faces west, so the morning sun is behind the cliffs. After the beach, a short drive into Sant Antoni de Portmany (2.4 km) for a walk along the bay and the sunset strip.

In the afternoon, drive 6.2 km to climb Sa Talaia for views over the island. Later, return to the hotel to rest before heading back to Sant Antoni for the evening. The sunset strip on the north shore of the bay is a popular spot to watch the sun go down.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Ses Fontenellas Plaza's opening dates for the winter period. July and August are the peak months, with higher demand and more traffic on the roads. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; rates depend on the category and season and are reduced for longer stays; children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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