Cala Gracio Beach, West Ibiza
Idyllic beach on the west coast with plenty of activities for a great family day out
Just 2km and a short walk from the lively resort of San Antonio is the beautiful beach of Cala Gracio.
It's 80m long and its fine white sand and clear waters attract high crowds in the summer.
The coastline is fairly developed here with plenty of bars and restaurants. If you're staying in San Antonio though, this would be a great day trip.
The water here is shallow and perfect for swimming, and with the rocky coastline you'll find it a good place to snorkel as well. Boats and yachts will moor further out so you won't have to negotiate your way past those as you swim.
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Setting & Location
Not far from the town of San Antonio this beach is in a sheltered cove. You pass a selection of apartments and hotels on your way to this beach but despite it being in a seemingly built up area this beach feels very remote.
Water Safety & Clarity
The clear and calm water stretches out quite far in this narrow cove and the swimming and boating areas are clearly marked making for a good swimming and snorkeling spot. Lifeguards are on duty here during the busy summer months.
Beach Quality
The sand is soft, white and deep, perfect conditions for a day on the beach.
The beach is strangely shaped, being basically a crescent shaped cove around the waters edge but with a funnel shape leading back from the water into the trees.
This enables the beach to have several lines of sun loungers and parasols along the waterline and still have plenty space behind for others to set up camp, progressing all the way back into the trees where you can set up in the shade and where one well prepared beach goer set up his hammock and tent.
Watersports Nearby
Paddling, snorkelling, exploring the rocky coastline and basically just lazing around and having a lovely day out.
Villas nearby
Villas in Ibiza
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Casa Blanca Carbo Villa
Villa Casa Blanca Carbo enjoys a unique location, just above the unspoilt Cala San Vicente. This whitewashed villa offers spectacular panoramic views to the sea as well as extensive terraces for exciting outdoor living for up to 6 guests. The attractive kidney-shaped private swimming pool is the perfect spot for relaxing hours under the sun.
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Marioma Villa
This detached villa which is conveniently located within easy walking distance of the beaches, shops and restaurants in Cala San Vincente.ย
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Sohn Villa
Cala San Vicente is a hidden gem in the Northern Mallorca. Sheltered by the high mountains of Tramuntana and blessed by crystal clear waters, this is a true heaven off the beaten track. It is within this beautiful enviroment that the fully renovated Beach Villa Sohn is located.
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Nogues Villa
Villa Noguรฉs is a townhouse offering comfortable holiday accommodation with everything needed for a memorable holiday right on your doorstep.
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Cala Carbo Villa
Villa Beach Carbo is a stunning property located in the beautiful area of Cala San Vicente, in a very quiet area offering the best views over the sea. Completely renovated to the highest standard, the villa offers direct access to the rocky bay โCala Carbรณโ, while the seaside resort of Cala Sant Vincenรง with its fine sandy beach is just a few minutes walk away.
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Cal Papa Villa
Cal Papa is a beautiful and traditional 3-bedroomed villa with private swimming pool, ideally located in the countryside of Pollensa, just a short drive away from the amazing beaches of Cala San Vicente.ย
Hotels nearby
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Can Parramatta Hotel
The family-run rural villa was built in 1920 and is located on farming land, coexisting with the agriculture, livestock and forestry.
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Sensimar Ibiza Beach Resort Hotel
This hotel, only for adults over 18 years old, is located right in front of the beach atย S'Arenal Petitย in Portinatx. They offer a wide range of rooms, most with sea views.
Price: โฌ1,652
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OD Talamanca Hotel
Set in the quiet area of Talamanca Bay but only a short bus ride from the bustle of Ibiza Town and the nearby tourist attractions and minutes from the beach. This hotel combines the best location with an instantly recognizable and unique retro-glamour style.
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Cala Llonga Hotel
An adults-only, exclusive hotel offering an ideal setting for a couple to spend a relaxed and romantic holiday. Completely refurbished with a modern and chic touch to offer the latest in comfort for adults.
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The Giri Residence Hotel & Spa
This fashionable yet traditional boutique hotel has a homely feel and is located in the northern part of Ibiza. The superbly restored fincaย is setย within a lush rolling green landscape, yet minutes from the beach and the village of Sant Joan.
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La Torre del Canonigo Hotel
This tower from the 14th century was built on the ancient roman acropolis walls and refurbished to create a peaceful luxury hotel right in the heart of the Old Town.
Price: โฌ3,510
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Sant Antoni
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Es Vedra & Formentera Boat Trip
An all-inclusive trip, departing from San Antonio, this cruise takes you towards the famous rock island of Es Vedra and Formentera.
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Ibiza Island Tour Boat Trip
Discover the beautiful island of Ibiza with this full-day tour that takes you all around its coastline during the summer months.
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Ibiza Watersports
Situated on the S'Estanyol beach in the middle of the San Antonio Bay, this watersports centre offers a variety of activities to entertain you.
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Es Vedra Cruise
Relax aboard a double decker catamaran as you take in views of the beaches and picturesque bays that dot Ibiza's west coast.ย
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Es Vedra Glass Bottom Boat Trip
A three-hour cruise on a glass bottom boat round the west coast of San Antonio going to the island of Es Vedrรก. During the trip, you will be able to see the bays of Cala Bassa, Cala Conta, Cala Molรญ, Cala Vadella, Cala Carbรณ, Cala d'Hort and Es Vedrรก.
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Ibikayak Sea Kayak
Get started with sea kayaking in the gorgeous blue waters around Ibiza.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Sant Antoni
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Tijuana Tex-Mex Restaurant
Whilst other Mexican restaurants in Ibiza have come and gone, Tijuana has been trading strongly since 1995 and is the destination to head to for delicious, authentic Mexican food.
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Rio Ibiza Restaurant
This restaurant is located near the sunset strip and has fabulous sea views. There are three floors and they also have a rooftop cocktail lounge, BBQ grill and a club.
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Golden Buddha
Located on the seafront of the beach of Calรณ des Moro in San Antonio this restaurant offers spectacular sunsets and views.
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Kasbah Bar & Restaurant
Located near the end of the sunset strip of Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza, Kasbah is the heart of authentic Mediterranean dining, offering a unique culinary experience.
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Mint Lounge Ibiza
Come here to enjoy some of the best Italian cuisine and the best sunset views in the world!
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O Beach Club
Located on the west coast of the island, in San Antonio, along the stunning S'Arenal waterfront with ocean views, this is the perfect place to enjoy a lazy day or party by the pool.
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Sant Antoni
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Tapas Restaurant & Lounge Bar
This restaurant and lounge bar is a great setting for an informal evening of sharing tapas and enjoying some drinks.
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Kumharas Bar, San Antoni
Kumharas is located in Cala de Bou, just a few metres from the San Antonio Bay. It has one of the best views for the sunset in Ibiza.
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El Chiringuito Cala Gracioneta, West Ibiza
Specialising in fresh seafood and Mediterranean fusion cuisine this restaurant and beach bar is a popular spot on a hot summer day!
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Itaca Ibiza Restaurant & Bar
Serving up delicious food during the day, setting the mood for sunset cocktails in the evening and then dancing late into the night, this venue in San Antonio has it all.
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Eden Ibiza Nightclub
Opened in 1999, this nightclub has grown to become one of the major players on the world clubbing map, hosting big names in the DJing scene.
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Es Paradis Nightclub
Mainly decorated in white, full of columns, Roman-style pillars and flowers, this club immediately stands out as something different from other Ibizan clubs.
Sights nearby
Sights in Ibiza
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San Antonio Church
The church of San Antonio dates back to the 14th century, however like many other churches, only some of the original building remains.
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Ses Fontanelles Cave Paintings
The cave of Ses Fontanelles is situated in an area of beautiful rocky cliffs between Santa Agnes and San Antonio. Inside, there are pre-historic paintings.
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Sant Agusti des Vedra Church
The 19th century Esglesia de Sant Agusti is a large stone building whitewashed in typical Balearic style and topped with a bell tower, it is distinctive when compared to other Ibizan churches by its lack of porch area common to most.
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Santa Agnes Church, Santa Agnes
Situated in the west of Ibiza the small town of Santa Agnes comprises just two restaurants and a beautiful church.
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San Jose Church
Typical Ibizan white washed church with bell tower and traditional bell situated right in the heart of the town.
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Sant Mateu Church, Sant Mateu d'Albarca
There is not much to the village of Sant Mateu in the west of the island of Ibiza, but the church takes up a fairly large mass of land in the middle of it.
Golf-clubs nearby
Golf Courses in Ibiza
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Ibiza Golf Course, Cala Llonga
The Roca Lisa Golf Course was founded in 1992 and is located just seven kilometres from the capital of Ibiza, halfway between the towns of Jesus and Santa Eulalia.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Ibiza
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Sant Antoni (San Antonio)]
San Antonio is the town by which many people define Ibiza. During the 1980's the town hit a development boom, as tourists (mainly English), flocked in their thousands to visit the sunny resort and dance the night away.
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Sant Agusti des Vedra (San Agustin)
This pretty village sitsย on top of a hill and is definitely off the beaten track, locatedย 19km west of Ibiza town, just pass the town of San Josep.
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Santa Agnes de Corona, West Ibiza
Past San Rafael, above San Antonio, is the small village of Santa Agnes, only 18km north west of the town of Ibiza, this is really in the sticks.ย
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Sa Conillera Island
Just off the western coast of the island lies an small archipelago of uninhabited islands. The largest of these is Illa de sa Conillera, literally translated at "rabbit island", due to its residents.
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Sant Josep de Talaia (San Jose)]
The large area of Sant Josep covers mainly the whole south west of the island and is a gateway to some of the island's most beautiful beaches and to the islet of Es Vedra.
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Sant Mateu d'Albarca, West Ibiza
The tiny village of San Mateu d'Albarca is one of the smallest on the island. Located 19km north of Eivissa, this tiny village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and lots of vineyards.
Beach Bars & Beachclubs in Ibiza
A short walk along the coast line and you reach Cala Gracioneta, home to the famous El Chiringuito restaurant.