Can Poeta

About Can Poeta

Can Poeta suits travellers who want a quiet base in the north of Ibiza, away from the main resort strips. The hotel is a set of self-catering apartments with a saltwater pool and a garden, listed with a kitchen, a terrace and free parking. It is not a full-service hotel: guests manage their own meals and cleaning, though a laundry service is listed.

The property is outside the village of Sant Carles de Peralta, in an area of pine-covered hills and small farms. It has a guest score of 8.4 and is classed as a rural hotel. The style is simple and practical, with a patio, a sofa bed and a fireplace in the apartments. It works best for couples or small families who plan to explore the north coast by car.

Location: Santa Eulària des Riu

Can Poeta is in the countryside near Sant Carles de Peralta, a village in the municipality of Sant Joan de Labritja. Sant Carles has a small square, a church and a few shops. The Las Dalias market takes place there on Saturdays in season. The hotel is 4.1 km from Cala Sant Vicent, a north-coast cove with a sandy beach and a couple of restaurants, and 4.7 km from Es Canar, a sheltered family beach on the east coast.

Santa Eulària des Riu, 7 km away, has a marina, a promenade and more services. In high summer the roads to the beaches get busy, but the north is quieter than the south. In the shoulder months of May, June and September the area is calm, with fewer cars and more space on the coves. A car is useful for reaching the beaches and the village shops.

Rooms and facilities

The apartments are listed with a kitchen, a kitchenette or full oven, a refrigerator, a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster, so guests can cook. Each unit has a terrace or patio, air conditioning, a fan, a TV and a DVD player. A sofa bed is listed, which can suit a child or an extra guest. Bathrooms have a bath, a hairdryer and toiletries. A cot and a high chair are available on request.

There is no reception desk on site, so late arrivals should confirm check-in arrangements with the property in advance. The apartments are non-smoking. A safe is listed in each room. The hotel has family rooms, and the garden and saltwater pool are shared spaces. Confirm the exact layout and the number of bedrooms when booking, as the listed facilities cover several unit types.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 25.3 km straight line from Can Poeta. A taxi takes about 30 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility for the north. Buses from the airport run to Santa Eulària des Riu, but from there a taxi is needed for the last 7 km. The airport bus service has more lines in summer; check the island bus operator for current routes.

From Ibiza Town port, the straight-line distance is 18.3 km. Ferries from the mainland and Formentera arrive there. A taxi from the port to the hotel takes around 25 minutes. In winter, fewer flights and ferries operate, and some bus services are reduced. The hotel's opening dates should be checked directly, as many rural properties close from November to April.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Cala Sant Vicent, 4.1 km away, is a north-coast cove with a long sandy beach and a few seasonal restaurants. Es Canar, 4.7 km away, has a sheltered beach and the Punta Arabí hippy market on Wednesdays in season. Santa Eulària des Riu, 7 km away, offers a marina, a riverfront promenade, shops and a weekly market. The Las Dalias market at Sant Carles is 3.1 km from the hotel.

The north coast has several small coves accessible by car or on foot. Kayaking along the rocky shoreline is possible; the hotel lists canoe and surf facilities. The area around Sant Carles has a network of rural roads suited to cycling or walking. Local food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, fish dishes served in two courses, found at restaurants in the villages and coves.

A day from Can Poeta

A day from Can Poeta starts with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 4.1 km to Cala Sant Vicent for a morning swim on the sandy beach. The cove is sheltered and quiet in the morning. After a coffee at a kiosk, drive 7 km to Santa Eulària des Riu to walk along the promenade and see the marina. Lunch is a rice dish at a restaurant near the river.

In the afternoon, drive 4.7 km to Es Canar for a swim or a walk along the beach. If it is a Wednesday in season, the Punta Arabí hippy market is on the headland. Return to the hotel for a rest by the saltwater pool. Evening dinner is at a restaurant in Sant Carles, 3.1 km away, or at a cove restaurant near Cala Sant Vicent. The drive back is short and the roads are quiet.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Can Poeta's opening dates directly. July and August are the peak months, with more traffic on the roads and higher demand for taxis. 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 stay, with reductions for longer visits, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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