Zodiac Apartments

About Zodiac Apartments

Zodiac Apartments suit travellers who want a self-catering base in a sheltered family area of Ibiza’s east coast. The apartments are not rated for stars and have no guest score listed. They provide a kitchen, a balcony or terrace, free wifi and a range of practical facilities for a straightforward independent holiday.

This is an apartment or villa stay on Avenida Punta Arabi, a short walk from Es Canar’s sandy beach and the weekly Punta Arabí hippy market. The property is not on the beachfront but the sea and the beach are within easy reach. The accommodation is designed for guests who prefer to cook their own meals and manage their own timetable.

Location: Es Canar

Zodiac Apartments are on Avenida Punta Arabi in Es Canar, a village on Ibiza’s east coast. Es Canar has a sheltered family beach and is best known for the Punta Arabí hippy market held on Wednesdays in season. The straight-line distance to the centre of Es Canar is 0.4 km, so the beach, shops and market are walkable. Santa Eulària des Riu, a river town with a promenade, marina and slower evenings, is 4.2 km away in a straight line. Cala Llonga, a long sheltered inlet with shallow water, is 7.4 km away.

In high summer Es Canar is busy with families and market visitors, but the pace is quieter than the south or west coasts. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October the beach and market are less crowded and parking is easier. A car is useful for exploring the north coast calas and the Las Dalias market at Sant Carles, 2.8 km away. The airport is 22.7 km straight-line distance, so a hire car or taxi is the most practical way to reach the apartments.

Rooms and facilities

The apartments are listed with a kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, toaster and a balcony or terrace. Each unit has a TV, free wifi, a safe, a fan and a smoke detector. Some rooms include a sofa bed, and cots and high chairs are available on request. The bathrooms have a bath. The property is non-smoking throughout. These facilities suit couples and families who want to self-cater and spend time on the balcony or terrace.

Guests arriving late should confirm check-in arrangements directly with Zodiac Apartments, as the property does not list a 24-hour reception. The listed facilities do not include a pool or on-site restaurant. A laundry service and car rental service are available. The safe and the smoke detector are listed, which is useful for peace of mind. For families, the cot and high chairs can be requested in advance.

Getting there

Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is 22.7 km straight-line distance from Zodiac Apartments. A taxi from the airport to Es Canar takes about 25-30 minutes depending on traffic. Buses from the airport run to Santa Eulària des Riu and other main towns in summer, but the service to Es Canar may require a change or a short taxi from Santa Eulària. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility for exploring the island and reaching the apartments directly.

Ibiza Town port is 15.5 km straight-line distance. Ferries from the port connect to Formentera, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. From the port, a taxi or hire car is the quickest way to Es Canar. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and some bus services are reduced. Guests arriving outside the main season should check the island bus operator for current timetables.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Es Canar beach is 0.4 km straight-line distance from Zodiac Apartments, a sheltered sandy beach suitable for families. The Punta Arabí hippy market is 0.9 km away, held on Wednesdays in season. Las Dalias market at Sant Carles is 2.8 km away, open on Saturdays (check current days). The north coast calas, good for kayaking, are 9.3 km straight-line distance and are best reached by car or seasonal bus.

Santa Eulària des Riu, 4.2 km away, has a promenade, marina, shops and restaurants. Cala Llonga, 7.4 km away, is a long sheltered inlet with shallow water. Ibiza’s food includes bullit de peix and arròs a banda, a fish stew served in two courses, and fresh fish and rice dishes. Many restaurants in Es Canar and Santa Eulària serve these. The nearest supermarket and bakery are in Es Canar village.

A day from Zodiac Apartments

A day from Zodiac Apartments could start with a short walk to Es Canar beach for a morning swim. After lunch at the apartment, you could walk to the Punta Arabí hippy market (0.9 km) on a Wednesday, or drive to Las Dalias market at Sant Carles (2.8 km) on a Saturday. In the afternoon, a car trip to the north coast calas (9.3 km) offers kayaking and quieter coves. Return to the apartment for an evening meal on the terrace.

Alternatively, drive to Santa Eulària des Riu (4.2 km) for a stroll along the promenade and a meal at a harbour-side restaurant. Cala Llonga (7.4 km) is another option for a longer beach day. In the evening, the apartment’s balcony or terrace is a good place to relax. The area is quieter than the west coast sunset strip, but the east coast has its own calm evening atmosphere.

Practical tips

Much of Ibiza’s tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Zodiac Apartments’ opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months with the highest temperatures and the busiest 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 on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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