Can Rafal

About Can Rafal

Can Rafal suits travellers who want a quiet, self-sufficient stay in the Ibiza countryside, away from the coastal resorts. The hotel is an unrated property with a full kitchen, an outdoor pool and a garden, making it a practical choice for couples or families who prefer to cook and relax on site rather than eat out every evening.

The stay is a self-catering holiday in a rural setting. The hotel is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed. Facilities include air conditioning, free wifi, a washing machine and a dishwasher, so guests can settle in for a longer stay without relying on hotel services.

Location: Santa Eulària des Riu

Can Rafal is on the Carretera De Sant Joan, about 9.5 km from the village of Sant Joan de Labritja and 4.3 km straight line from Santa Eulària des Riu. Santa Eulària is a river town with a promenade, a marina and a slower pace than Ibiza Town. The hotel is inland, surrounded by fields and pine woods, so a car is necessary for reaching beaches, shops and restaurants.

In high summer, the countryside is quieter than the coast, though the roads to Santa Eulària and the beaches get busy. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the area is much calmer, with fewer cars and more space on the coves. The hotel's garden and pool provide a cool retreat during the heat of the day.

Rooms and facilities

The rooms at Can Rafal are listed with air conditioning, a balcony or terrace, a bath, a hairdryer, a safe, a TV and a radio. Each unit has a kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, oven, toaster, dishwasher and coffee maker, so guests can prepare meals. A cot is available for families with infants. Free wifi and internet access are listed, though the connection may vary in rural areas.

There is a fireplace for cooler evenings, and an iron and board for laundry. The outdoor pool and garden are shared spaces. Guests should confirm the exact layout of the room, the number of bedrooms and the location of the terrace with the property before booking, as the facilities are listed but not detailed per unit.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 16.2 km straight line from Can Rafal. A taxi from the airport takes about 20-25 minutes, depending on traffic. A hire car collected at the airport gives flexibility for reaching the hotel and exploring the island. Buses from the airport run to Santa Eulària, but the hotel is 4.3 km from the town centre, so a taxi or car is needed for the final leg.

Ibiza Town port is 9.6 km straight line from the hotel. Ferries from the port connect to Formentera (La Savina), Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. Santa Eulària des Riu is 4.3 km away, and Cala Llonga is 5.1 km. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some seasonal bus lines stop running, so checking the island bus operator's current timetable is advisable.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beaches by straight-line distance are Cala Llonga at 5.1 km and Talamanca at 8.6 km. Cala Llonga is a long sheltered inlet with shallow water, good for families. Talamanca is a calm shallow bay across the marina from Ibiza Town, with a promenade. Santa Eulària des Riu, 4.3 km away, has a marina, a promenade and a slower evening scene.

Las Dalias market at Sant Carles is 6.7 km straight line, held on Saturdays in season (check current days). The Punta Arabí hippy market at Es Canar is 9.2 km away, on Wednesdays in season. Dalt Vila, the walled old town of Eivissa, is 10.1 km away. Island food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, fish stew served in two courses, and fresh fish and rice dishes, available in Santa Eulària and Ibiza Town.

A day from Can Rafal

Start the morning at Can Rafal with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 4.3 km to Santa Eulària des Riu for a walk along the promenade and a coffee at a café near the marina. From there, continue 5.1 km to Cala Llonga for a morning swim in the sheltered bay. The water is calm and shallow, suitable for children.

For lunch, drive back towards Santa Eulària or pack a picnic from the hotel kitchen. In the afternoon, head to the Las Dalias market at Sant Carles (6.7 km) if it is a Saturday in season, or visit the Punta Arabí market at Es Canar (9.2 km) on a Wednesday. Return to the hotel for an evening swim in the pool and a meal prepared in the kitchen. End the day on the terrace as the light fades.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Can Rafal's opening dates directly, as the hotel may operate outside the main season. July and August are the peak months, with high temperatures and crowded beaches. 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 with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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