Villa Sa Marinada

About Villa Sa Marinada

Villa Sa Marinada suits travellers who want a self-contained base on Ibiza's west coast, away from the busiest resort strips. The villa is not rated and has no guest score, but its listed facilities include a private swimming pool, a terrace and a full kitchen, making it a practical choice for families or groups who prefer to cook and spend time at the property rather than eating out every evening.

This is a villa or apartment in a residential area near Cala de Bou, about 3.6 km from Sant Antoni de Portmany and the same distance from Cala Comte. The property offers free car parking, air conditioning, wifi and a washing machine, so it works for longer stays. The lack of a beachfront position means you need a car or taxi to reach the coast, but the quiet location gives more space and privacy than a seafront hotel.

Location: Sant Josep de sa Talaia

Villa Sa Marinada is in Carrer De Sa Marinada, in the Cala de Bou area on Ibiza's west coast. Cala de Bou is a small residential and tourist zone with a few shops and restaurants, but most services are in Sant Antoni de Portmany, 3.6 km away. Sant Antoni has a large bay, a promenade, supermarkets and ferry connections to the mainland in season. The villa's street is quiet, with no nightlife noise, which suits families and couples who want to sleep early.

In high summer the west coast is busy, especially around Cala Comte and the sunset strip north of Sant Antoni. The shoulder months of May, June, September and October are calmer, with fewer crowds and milder heat. From November to April much of the tourism infrastructure closes, but Sant Antoni stays open year-round. The villa's kitchen and laundry facilities make it usable outside the main season, though you should check the property's own opening dates.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is listed as a self-catering property with a kitchen equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, toaster and coffee-making facilities. There is a washing machine and an iron and board for longer stays. Air conditioning is listed, which is essential in summer, and a cot is available on request for families with a baby. The safe provides a place for valuables, and the TV and wifi cover entertainment.

There is a private swimming pool, a terrace and a balcony, so you can eat and relax outdoors. Pets are allowed, which is not common on Ibiza. The property has non-smoking rooms. As the villa is not a hotel with a reception, check with the owner about check-in times, key collection and whether the pool is open outside the main season. The listed facilities do not mention a dishwasher or oven in every unit, so confirm what is in your specific booking.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 13.9 km straight line from Villa Sa Marinada. A taxi takes about 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. A hire car gives the most flexibility, as the villa has free parking and the west coast coves are easiest by car. Buses run from the airport to Sant Antoni, which is 3.6 km from the villa, but you then need a taxi or a walk from the bus stop. In summer there are more bus services; in winter they are reduced.

From Ibiza Town port, where ferries arrive from Formentera, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia, the villa is 16.3 km straight line. A taxi from the port takes about 25-30 minutes. If you arrive by ferry from the mainland at Sant Antoni (some seasonal routes), you are only 3.6 km away. Flights and ferries are fewer from November to April, so check schedules before booking a winter stay.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach by straight-line distance is Cala Comte, 3.6 km away, a west-facing cove with shallow clear water and offshore islets. It is popular for sunset views. Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta are 4.9 km away, two small coves north of Sant Antoni with pine cover and clear water. Cala d'Hort, 9.3 km away, faces Es Vedrà, the 380 m limestone islet that is a nature reserve with no landing. The cove is inside the Cala d'Hort, Cap Llentrisca and Sa Talaia natural park.

Sant Antoni de Portmany, 3.6 km away, has supermarkets, restaurants, a long promenade and a marina. For a viewpoint, climb Sa Talaia, Ibiza's highest point at about 475 m, 6.2 km away. The island's traditional food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses, and fresh fish and rice dishes, available in the restaurants of Sant Antoni and the nearby coves.

A day from Villa Sa Marinada

Start the morning at Villa Sa Marinada with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 3.6 km to Cala Comte for a morning swim in the clear water, arriving early to find parking. After a couple of hours, drive 4.9 km north to Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta, two small coves with pine shade, for a picnic lunch. The water is calm and shallow, good for snorkelling.

In the afternoon, drive 6.2 km to Sa Talaia and walk up to the summit for views across the island. Then head 3.6 km into Sant Antoni de Portmany for a stroll along the promenade and a fish dinner. Return to the villa for a swim in the pool before sunset. The whole day uses a hire car; distances are short but the roads can be busy in July and August.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check with Villa Sa Marinada whether it is open in winter. July and August are the peak months, with the highest prices and busiest beaches. 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 property, with reductions for longer stays and children under 16 exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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