Can Vich

About Can Vich

Can Vich suits travellers who want a quiet base in the Ibizan countryside, away from the main resort strips. The hotel is set on a rural road outside Santa Eulària des Riu, with a garden, outdoor pool and spa for relaxing between outings. It appeals to couples and families who prefer self-catering options and a car to explore the north coast.

This is a hotel with a full kitchen, kitchenette and dishwasher, plus a washing machine and ironing board for longer stays. It is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed. The property includes free car parking, free wifi, family rooms and a cot and high chair on request. Pets are allowed, which makes it a practical choice for those travelling with a dog.

Location: Santa Eulària des Riu

Can Vich is on the Camí des Forn des Saig, about 6.6 km straight line from Santa Eulària des Riu. Santa Eulària is a river town with a promenade, marina and slower evenings, with shops, cafés and a weekly market. The hotel is also 5.7 km from Cala Sant Vicent, a pine-ringed bay on the quieter north coast, and 6.3 km from Es Canar, a sheltered family beach with the Punta Arabí hippy market on Wednesdays in season.

The area is rural and quiet, with fields and drystone walls. A car is essential for reaching the nearest beaches, villages and the supermarket. In high summer, the roads to Santa Eulària and the north coast calas can be busy, but the hotel itself stays calm. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the countryside is greener and the pace slower, though many beach bars and seasonal restaurants close from November to April.

Rooms and facilities

The hotel lists facilities including air conditioning, a fan, a fireplace and a CD player, DVD and iPod dock for entertainment. Each unit has a kitchen or kitchenette with an oven, microwave, toaster, refrigerator, dishwasher and coffee maker. The bathroom has a bidet, hairdryer and toiletries. A TV, iron and board, and a washing machine are also provided. The property has family rooms and a cot and high chair are available.

For late arrivals, check with the hotel about check-in times, as the rural location means there are no reception desks open 24 hours. The listed facilities include a spa and jacuzzi, but confirm availability and booking requirements directly. The outdoor pool and terrace are seasonal, so ask about opening dates. The property has smoke detectors and free wifi throughout.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 23.8 km straight line from Can Vich, about a 25-30 minute drive by taxi or hire car. Buses from the airport go to Santa Eulària des Riu, but from there you need a taxi or another bus to the rural road. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility for reaching the hotel and exploring the north. Taxis are available at the airport rank; confirm the fare with the driver before setting off.

From Ibiza Town port, the straight-line distance is 17.1 km, about a 20-minute drive. Ferries from the port connect to Formentera (La Savina), Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and seasonal bus lines to the north coast may not run. Check the island bus operator for current timetables. The hotel's free car parking means you can leave the car and walk to nearby coves.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach is Cala Sant Vicent, 5.7 km away, a pine-ringed bay with calm water on the north coast. Es Canar, 6.3 km away, has a sheltered family beach and the Punta Arabí hippy market on Wednesdays in season. Santa Eulària des Riu, 6.6 km away, offers a promenade, marina and shops. The Las Dalias market at Sant Carles de Peralta is 3.5 km away, held on Saturdays; check current days. Kayaking the north coast calas is about 4.1 km from the hotel.

Ibizan food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses, and fresh fish and rice dishes. Santa Eulària has several places to eat, and the north coast has seasonal chiringuitos. The hotel's kitchen means you can also cook your own meals. The nearest supermarket is in Santa Eulària or Sant Carles. For a day out, drive to the Cala d'Hort area facing Es Vedrà, a limestone islet about 380 m high in a nature reserve.

A day from Can Vich

Start the morning with breakfast at the hotel, using the kitchen or kitchenette. Drive 5.7 km to Cala Sant Vicent for a swim in the calm bay before the midday heat. Pack a picnic and head to the north coast calas, about 4.1 km away, for kayaking along the pine-backed coves. The water is clearest in the morning, and the posidonia seagrass keeps it clean. Return to the hotel for lunch on the terrace or in the garden.

In the afternoon, drive 3.5 km to the Las Dalias market at Sant Carles de Peralta if it is a Saturday in season, or 6.3 km to Es Canar for the Punta Arabí hippy market on a Wednesday. Later, head to Santa Eulària des Riu, 6.6 km away, for a walk along the promenade and a dinner of fresh fish or rice. Drive back to the hotel in the dark, using the free car parking. The outdoor pool and spa are available for a quiet end to the day.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check the hotel's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest roads and 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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