Heading out north west on the main road from Ibiza to San Antonio, after 7km, lies the small village of San Rafael.
Sant Rafel (San Rafael), Central Ibiza
Pottery and ceramics
As a village it's pretty small with just a few restaurants, a church and some great views looking back over Eivissa and the bay.
It does have the only official Artisan Zone on the island as it has become famous for its roadside ceramic and pottery workshops. Although this description does make it sounds better than it looks...it's not a pretty town.
The old town around the church is lovely but rather small and the main drag doesn't give away the instant picture of an artistic village, however if you stop and search you should not be disappointed.
Events in Sant Rafel
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Semana Santa - Holy Week
Celebrated during the UK's Easter period, this is a more traditional festival
During Easter week the Ibizan streets are filled with residents paying their respects to Jesus.
History & Culture in Sant Rafel
This small town has been declared a 'place of special interest' due to its innovative and skilled craftsmen and women.
There have been plans to renovate and refurbish this town in order to make it similar to the pretty towns of Santa Gertrudis and San Carlos, however, the Ibizan Council claims that money is short and such plans have not come to fruition yet.
It would be a wonderful town to visit if the managed to upgrade and improve the surroundings as there are plenty of nice eateries, cafés and art if you take the time to search them out.
Sights & Attractions in Sant Rafel
Apart from the ceramic and pottery studios and shops in the centre of the town, the San Rafael church is a wonderful sight. Slightly different to many of the Ibizan churches it's exterior has a touch of Moorish design about it. Set upon a hill the views back over to Ibiza Town are great, especially at dusk as you can sit and watch the lights of the town slowly begin to illuminate from a distance.
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San Rafael Church, San Rafael 
San Rafael Church, San Rafael
The old church of San Rafael, set amongst the island's largest clubs
Situated a little away from the town centre in the older part of San Rafael the church is white washed in the traditional fashion.
Beaches in Sant Rafel
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Figueretes Beach, South-East Ibiza 
Figueretes Beach, South-East Ibiza
Beautiful white sand beaches between Ibiza and Playa d'en Bossa
The perfect beach right on your doorstep in the resort of Figueretas.
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Talamanca Beach, South-East Ibiza 
Talamanca Beach, South-East Ibiza
Very popular with all this is a calm and shallow bay on the south east coast
Talamanca is a lovely golden sandy beach stretching over 900m long. It's the closest beach to Ibiza town, and a popular destination for locals and families.
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S'Arenal de San Antonio, West Ibiza 
S'Arenal de San Antonio, West Ibiza
Urban beach, perfect for families due to the clear shallow water
This is the main beach in San Antonio, 500m long with lots of soft golden sand.
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Es Pouet Beach 
Es Pouet Beach
White sand beach close to the centre of San Antonio
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 
S'Estanyol Beach
Large sand beach, easily accessible from San Antonio
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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Playa d'en Bossa Beach, South-East Ibiza 
Playa d'en Bossa Beach, South-East Ibiza
Party town and home to some of Ibiza's most famous clubs
Known for cool bars, endless sand and sun loungers, by night Playa d'en Bossa hosts some of the world's most famous DJ's in Ibiza's well known clubs.
Dining in Sant Rafel
There are several nice restaurants in San Rafael that are worth the journey there.
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Es Tanco Restaurant, San Rafael 
Es Tanco Restaurant, San Rafael
Pizzeria and restaurant in the heart of the island in San Rafael
Here to satisfy your taste buds, this restaurant in San Rafael offers a variety of cuisine, including wood fire pizza and traditional Spanish and Italian fare.
Nightlife in Sant Rafel
Bars & Clubs in Sant Rafel
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World's largest nightclub with a capacity of 10,000 people over 6,500m2
Newly opened for summer 2025, this super club is located on the old Privilege site in San Rafael.
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Underground Nightclub, San Rafael
Ibiza's true underground club music scene
Located in San Rafael, near the superclubs Amnesia and Privilege, this is a true underground club. Its booth accommodates famous DJs and newcomers.
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Things to do in Sant Rafel
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Ibiza en Globo, San Rafael
Start your day with a scenic flight over Ibiza in a beautiful hot air balloon
If you fancy seeing Ibiza from the sky then this is your chance to take a scenic hot air balloon flight.
Watersports in Sant Rafel
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Private Aqua Fit Classes
Private aqua fit sessions at your villa in Ibiza for all ages and abilities
Aqua Fit sessions delivered at your villa pool by qualified, insured and highly experienced instructors.
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Private Aqua Yoga Classes
Private aqua yoga sessions at your villa in Ibiza for all ages and abilities
Aqua Yoga sessions delivered at your villa pool by qualified, insured and highly experienced instructors.
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Private Swimming Lessons
Swimming instruction at your villa in Ibiza for all ages and abilities
Lessons delivered at your villa pool by qualified, insured and highly experienced instructors.
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Club Nautico Water Sports
Sailing school for all levels in the heart of Ibiza's main port
Offering a wide range of courses for experienced sailors, complete beginners and children. With over 30 years experience, the teachers can offer expert advice and coaching.
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Posidonia Activa Ibiza Watersports & Diving Centre 
Posidonia Activa Ibiza Watersports & Diving Centre
Scuba diving, stand up paddle boarding, climbing, hiking & MTB
This environmentally-conscious activity centre offer a personalised approach to scuba diving, stand up paddle boarding, climbing, hiking and mountain bike tours.
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Scuba Ibiza Diving Centre
Located in the Ibiza town harbour in Marina Botafoch
The Diving Centre is open all year round, taking advantage of the good climate. The water temperature varies between 14 and 28 degrees Celsius, optimal to dive all year around.
Holiday Rentals in Sant Rafel
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Marina Side Apartment
Exclusive property in excellent location just in front of the harbour. Located on the third floor with elevator, this magnificent apartment has the most beautiful and direct views of the marina and Dalt Vila.
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Luxury Apartment
If you favour luxury, design and privacy you will feel right at home in this top of the line apartment in one of Ibiza’s most exclusive urban areas.
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Luxury Villa, Sant Jordi
Situated on a hilltop surrounded by pine trees this luxury villa has 7 double bedrooms, an open terrace and a wonderful sea view.
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Beautiful Villa
This luxury villa of impeccable quality is situated in the most intimate and exceptional of settings and offers breathtaking sea views.
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Orquidea Villa
Spread over 400 square metres this beautiful villa sits in a secluded location, just 5 minutes from the beaches of Cala Yundal, Es Torrent and Porroig.
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Luxury Villa, Sant Joan
Luxury prestigious villa that offers you the comforts of your dream holiday away from home, making your dream vacation in Ibiza a truly memorable one.
Hotels in Sant Rafel
The town of San Rafael itself is not a popular destination for tourists outside of the clubbing scene and certainly does not house the best hotels, however in the surrounding countryside you will find several rural finca's and agrotourism resort.
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Can Lluc Boutique Country Hotel, San Rafael
Rustic luxury in a quiet valley right in the middle of the island of Ibiza
A small luxury hotel in the midst of a thick pinewood forest in a highly ecological area surrounded by exuberant nature.
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Can Sastre Agroturismo Hotel, San Rafael
Romantic adults-only small boutique hotel in Ibiza
This rural hotel is ideally located if you want to experience both sides of Ibiza: only 15 minutes from the beaches and 12 minutes from Ibiza Town.
How to get to Sant Rafel
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Airport Transfers
Airport transfers and taxi service around Ibiza island
With over 25 years of experience on the White Isle, this company offer airport transfers as well as VIP taxi services around the island.
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Airport Transfers
Low-cost private airport transfers in Ibiza
This established local company, based in Sant Miquel, is English-run. They offer fully licensed and insured vehicles for your private transfers from Ibiza airport to resorts all around the island.
