Villa Amalia

About Villa Amalia

Villa Amalia is a self-catering villa in the Ibiza countryside, a short drive from the airport and from Ibiza Town. It suits travellers who want a quiet base with a private outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace, and who prefer to cook their own meals rather than rely on resort restaurants. The villa is not rated with stars and does not have a guest score listed.

The property is set on a plot with a garden and a terrace, and the outdoor pool is a central feature for warm days. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a microwave, a dishwasher and a refrigerator, so self-catering is straightforward. Free car parking is available on site, which makes a hire car a practical choice for exploring the island.

Location: Sant Josep de sa Talaia

Villa Amalia is on Carrer Can Neboot 2, in a rural area outside the main resort strips. It is 3.4 km straight line from Ibiza Airport (IBZ) and 4.1 km from Dalt Vila and Ibiza Town, so the capital is a short drive away. Playa d'en Bossa, the longest beach on the island, is 2.9 km away, and the calm bay of Talamanca is 5.7 km away. The Puig des Molins necropolis, a UNESCO-listed Phoenician-Punic burial site, is 3.6 km away.

In high summer, the area around the villa stays quieter than the coast, but the airport and the town are close enough to feel connected. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the countryside is greener and the roads are less busy. A car is the most practical way to reach the coves and beaches, as seasonal buses serve the main routes but do not stop at the villa's door.

Rooms and facilities

Villa Amalia is listed as a self-catering villa with a kitchen, a lounge, a terrace and a balcony. Air conditioning is provided, which is useful in the hotter months. The rooms are equipped with a TV, a hairdryer and a bidet. Cribs are available on request, so families with a baby can confirm availability when booking.

The villa has a garden and an outdoor pool, both of which are shared among the guests staying at the property. Free Wi-Fi is listed, and the multilingual staff at the concierge can help with local information. Guests arriving late should confirm the check-in procedure with the property in advance, as the villa is in a rural location without a 24-hour reception.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 3.4 km straight line from Villa Amalia, making it one of the closest villas to the airport. A taxi from the terminal takes about 10 minutes, depending on traffic. A hire car collected at the airport gives the flexibility to reach the villa and then explore the island without relying on buses. Buses run from the airport to Ibiza Town, Sant Antoni, Santa Eulària and the south beaches in summer, but the nearest stop is not at the villa.

Ibiza Town port is 4.7 km straight line from the villa, so ferry arrivals from Formentera, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia or Dénia are a short taxi or car ride away. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some seasonal bus lines stop running. A car is recommended for year-round access to the villa and to reach the coves and sights that are not on the bus network.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach by straight-line distance is Playa d'en Bossa, 2.9 km away, a long stretch of sand with shallow water and a lively strip behind it. Talamanca, a calm shallow bay across the marina from Ibiza Town, is 5.7 km away. The Puig des Molins necropolis (3.6 km) and the walls of Dalt Vila (4.3 km) are both within a short drive, as is the Sa Caleta Phoenician settlement (6.3 km).

Ibiza's food culture centres on fish and rice dishes. Bullit de peix and arròs a banda are the island's fish stew served in two courses: first the broth with rice, then the fish. Many restaurants in Ibiza Town and the coastal villages serve fresh fish, grilled or in stews. The villa's kitchen allows guests to cook their own meals using local produce from the markets.

A day from Villa Amalia

Start the morning at Villa Amalia with a swim in the outdoor pool and breakfast on the terrace. Drive 4.1 km to Dalt Vila and walk the Renaissance walls, then visit the cathedral at the top. The Puig des Molins necropolis is 3.6 km from the villa and can be seen on the way back. In the late morning, head to Playa d'en Bossa (2.9 km) for a swim or a walk along the sand.

For lunch, buy ingredients in Ibiza Town and cook at the villa, or eat at a restaurant in the town. In the afternoon, drive to Talamanca (5.7 km) for a calm swim in the shallow bay. As the evening cools, return to the villa for a swim and a meal on the terrace. The countryside around the villa is quiet after dark, with no nightlife within walking distance.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check the villa's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the hottest weather and the highest demand. 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 rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears site.

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