Sant Antoni (San Antonio), West Ibiza
Definitely for the party lovers
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.
As a result, hotels, bars, clubs and restaurants have sprung up along most of the coastline. The areas around San Antonio also have some stunning beaches and some quieter bays and coves if you want to escape the crowds.
Sights & Attractions in Sant Antoni
The Church in San Antonio is a wonderful example of an ancient fortified church and offers a glimpse into the Ibizan history and culture, along with the chance to view the parish library with many old documents and books, some dating back to the 17th century.
Sights in Sant Antoni
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San Antonio Church
Located in Sant Antoni
The church of San Antonio dates back to the 14th century, however like many other churches, only some of the original building remains.
Beaches in Sant Antoni
The beach in front of the town of San Antonio is incredibly busy during the summer months, however the water is clean and shallow and it's a great beach to use if you have family, especially with small children.
If you're looking for something a little more private then why not try the more secluded covers around the coastline of Cala Gracio and Cala Gracioneta. Both are small and intimate and well worth the day trip out of the busy town of San Antonio.
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Calo des Moro Beach
Located <1 km away
Situated right at the north end of San Antonio’s iconic Sunset Strip this small sand and rock beach offers great facilities, good swimming and spectacular views.
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S'Arenal de San Antonio, West Ibiza
Located <1 km away
This is the main beach in San Antonio, 500m long with lots of soft golden sand.
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Playa Pinet
Located 1.2 km away
Formerly known by the title of 'Reggae Beach', this pretty stretch of white sand has lost some of its reggae-atmosphere but none of its beauty and charm.
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Es Pouet Beach
Located 1.2 km away
Only a 20 minute walk from San Antonio itself, this city beach is a quieter neighbour to S'Arenal de San Antonio.
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S'Estanyol Beach
Located 1.2 km away
Made up of three distinct beaches, all going by the same name and all accessible to the others by foot, but separated from each other by rocks, roads and hotels.
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Serral Beach
Located 1.3 km away
This pleasant small beach is within walking distance along the coast from San Antonio town centre, around 30-40 minutes walk. You can also easily take a bus or water taxi over from the main town.
Things to do in Sant Antoni
This area is filled with all sorts of watersports and water based activities for you to try, including glass bottom boat trips, banana boats, diving, snorkelling and an amazing aquarium that lets you get up close and personal with the marine life.
Things To Do in Sant Antoni
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Es Vedra & Formentera Boat Trip
Located in Sant Antoni
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
Located in Sant Antoni
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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Cap Blanc Aquarium Boat Trip
Located in Sant Antoni
This short boat trip to the Cap Blanc Aquarium in San Antonio is a great chance to visit a traditional Ibizan lobster 'hatchery'.
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Ibiza Watersports
Located in Sant Antoni
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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Ibiza Sport, San Antonio
Located in Sant Antoni
Daily tours, weekend packages and week long holidays, all guided and instructed by qualified, experienced and enthusiastic professionals.
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Ibiza Diving College, West Ibiza
Located in Sant Antoni
During the summer the Arenal cove is protected from the wind because the predominant wind comes from the East so the sea remains relatively calm, which makes it an excellent location to practice water sports, especially diving.
Dining in Sant Antoni
From Tex-Mex themed dining treats at Tijuana to the seductive beats and elegant outdoor seating at Villa Mercedes, San Antoni has something for everyone.
Whether you're looking for a quiet place to enjoy the sunset in a romantic setting or the hustle and bustle of a show with live music, dancing and food thrown into the mix, or even just a Burger King. You'll find most options along the front promenade, the harbour area and in the narrow side street just off the main drag.
Restaurants in Sant Antoni
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Ibiza Rocks bar
Located in Sant Antoni
By day this bar restaurant serves up delicious snacks and meals from hearty breakfasts to a range of burgers, sandwiches, ribs and wings. In the evening the cocktails and ice cold drinks are flowing.
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Kasbah Bar & Restaurant
Located in Sant Antoni
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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Villa Mercedes Restaurant
Located in Sant Antoni
Originally a traditional Ibicencan house in the Port, Villa Mercedes has been transformed into a prominent feature in San Antonio.
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Kumharas Restaurant, San Antoni
Located in Sant Antoni
Kumharas is located in Cala de Bou. It's a great place to watch sunset, listen to cool music and enjoy exotic cuisine.
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Sa Capella Restaurant
Located in Sant Antoni
Located in the 18th-century chapel of Saint Agnes, just outside San Antonio, this restaurant offers delicious cuisine in a grand setting.
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Tijuana Tex-Mex Restaurant
Located in Sant Antoni
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.
Nightlife in Sant Antoni
The infamous "west end" is a long strip of bars, many of them offering drinks deals. There are some fantastic sunset bars away from the west end such as the Savannah Sunset Strip and the legendary Café del Mar. Walking past Café del Mar in the early evening is stunning, as west facing San Antonio does get the best sunsets.
San Antonio is also home to several famous night clubs, including the Gatecrasher, which was formerly known as Eden and now brings you some of the hottest names and tunes around, along with its Global reputation. The Es Paradis is well known for its distinct Roman-esque décor and water parties.
Bars & Clubs in Sant Antoni
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Tapas Restaurant & Lounge Bar
Located in Sant Antoni
This restaurant and lounge bar is a great setting for an informal evening of sharing tapas and enjoying some drinks.
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Cafe Mambo Ibiza
Located in Sant Antoni
Cafe Mambo is one of the famous sunset bars in San Antonio. Originally a derelict house which just happened to be facing one of the most famous sunsets in the world.
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Kasbah Bar & Restaurant
Located in Sant Antoni
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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Itaca Ibiza Restaurant & Bar
Located in Sant Antoni
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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Kumharas Bar, San Antoni
Located in Sant 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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Cafe del Mar Ibiza
Located in Sant Antoni
Watching the sunset in Cafe del Mar has become a must do activity on any Ibizan holiday. The sunsets are spectacular and the chill out accompaniment tunes enhance the experience.
Hotels in Sant Antoni
There are many, many hotels throughout San Antoni, the surrounding suburbs and countryside. Some are basic and more aimed at the budget traveller, or those who intend to spend more time on the beach and in the clubs than in their hotel room.
But there are also some fairly new novelty hotels, such as Pikes, where the famous Wham hit 'Hotel Tropicana' was filmed. And the new adults only THB Ocean Beach Hotel which offers stunning views of the bay and the harbour.
A little out of town and you could find yourself in the rural manor of the Sa Talaia Hotel, or the Casa Datscha rural hotel in the hills above San Antoni.
Hotels in Sant Antoni
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Sol House Mixed by Ibiza Rocks Hotel
Located in Sant Antoni
Located in the buzzing San Antonio Bay in Ibiza, this hotel offers views of the world-famous island sunsets. A collaboration between Melia and Ibiza Rocks, the hotel has all the modern facilities with a music-focused attitude.
Price: €2,653
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Palmyra Hotel
Located in Sant Antoni
This all-inclusive hotel is ideally located right in front of the beach in the town of San Antonio, just a few metres from the promenade.
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Cas Gasi Hotel, Santa Gertrudis
In the heart of the island of Ibiza, set in an estate spread over 4 hectares of land, lies this rural hotel, a beautifully restored country house among pine, orange, almond, fig, carob and olive trees.
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Los Jardines de Palerm Hotel
Located in Sant Josep
Located next to San Jose village in an idyllic 17th-century traditional finca, this charming hotel overlooks the bay of San Antonio.
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Can Pujolet Rural Hotel, San Mateo
A typical country house located in the northwestern part of the island of Ibiza with only 10 rooms, a swimming pool, bar and restaurant.
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Ses Pitreras Spa & Hotel, San Josep
This boutique hotel came as a result of rescuing a 1970s building and turning it into a stunning contemporary space. The hotel is a unique proposal of design, comfort and outstanding service.
Price: €4,502