Located near the most northern part of the island, close to Portinatx, is the golden sandy bay of Cala Xarraca.
Cala Xarraca Beach
Quiet, relaxed beach on the north coast with fantastic natural mud baths
This is a popular beach for locals who know the hidden spots and can reach it by sea. At only 90m long, this is a nice, secluded bay with one restaurant and sun loungers.
The car park can get crowded and spills over on to the main road in high season which makes for a tricky walk along the main road to your destination.
Setting & Location
Far more rugged in nature and much less built up than the populated south, northern Ibiza is home to a collection of small coves hemmed in by rugged cliffs with steep descents and views out to nothing but ocean.
The area that surrounds this part of the coast is fairly remote compared to the rest of Ibiza and is home to some fantastic villas and private residences.
Water Safety & Clarity
One of the main draws of this beach is the water, the clear perfect water is a turquoise colour that’ll make you want to get straight in and never get out. Entrance to the water is rocky in places and there’s plenty of rocky outcrops that make this a perfect spot for snorkelling.
Beach Quality
The sand is not perfect, there is an abundance of the Poseidon Grass that is common to Ibiza’s coastline, but this tends to gather around the water line leaving softer, weed-free sand further back from the sea. Sun loungers can also be hired from the restaurant if you don’t fancy lying amongst the sea grass.
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There are natural mud baths formed which apparently do wonders for the skin and offer some respite from the sun's rays. Said to be among the most beautiful spots on the island, it certainly offers a fantastic setting for some sunbathing and snorkelling.
Directions
You can access Xarraca off the main road running through the north east of the island, the C-733, and you’ll find the beach signposted off the main road along with Restaurant Xarraca. The road down to the beach is well surfaced, not too steep and there is ample parking at the bottom.
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Can Skye Retreat
Sitting in the midst of aromatic herb gardens and fruit trees and overlooking the spectacular Ibizan coast, the hotel can offer guests a unique countryside vista and direct access to the gentle rural ambience of the north coast of Ibiza.
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Rustic Villa
This marvellous authentic country Ibicenco house, decorated in a luxurious Asian style is situated in a privileged area in the Atzaró valley close to San Carlos and Santa Eulalia.
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Can Furnet Villa
Located in the exclusive private urban area of Can Furnet which is in the Santa Eulalia district but actually within easy reach of Ibiza town itself.
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Can Peter Villa
Large luxury villa carefully designed, for rent, located in the area of Roca Lisa, Santa Eulalia, Ibiza.
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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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Moorish Style Villa, San Miguel
This original Moorish style villa offers four bedroom, all with en-suite bathrooms in the most ideal location. Far from the hectic life of the city, this villa is all about getting away and and relaxing with a drink on the terrace enjoying the sea and sunsets views.
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Safragell Ibiza Suites & Spa Hotel, Central Ibiza
Beautiful and traditional hotel with spa and restaurant in the centre of Ibiza
Idyllic hotel only 10 minutes away from Santa Eulària des Riu Bay.
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Can Parramatta Hotel
Rural and isolated small guesthouse within walking distance of Santa Eulalia
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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Pacha Hotel
Urban luxury right in the heart of Ibiza Town
The hotel is well located in Marina Botafoch, right opposite the Pacha nightclub. They offer a selection of modern suites as well as free entrance to all of Pacha's events.
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Ibizazen Hotel
Traditional farmhouse near Santa Eulalia
An 18th-century former small farmhouse which has been meticulously restored and converted into a small private luxury boutique hotel, offering comfortable and modern accommodation with a warm bohemian touch.
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Village Hotel, West Ibiza
Beautiful 4-star hotel away from the crowds
Located in a quiet area but close to some of Ibiza's best beaches and bays, this hotel is perfect for a relaxing break in the middle of a fragrant pine forest.
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Hotel Garbi Ibiza Hotel & Spa
Luxury hotel with great location right on the beach
Beautifully located on the front line of Ibiza’s Playa d'En Bossa beach, the hotel offers every facility imaginable to make your stay the resort unforgettable. This newly renovated, 4-star superior Ibiza hotel is just 4km from Ibiza town and within walking distance of the island’s best bars and clubs.
Things to do nearby
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Motor Yacht REHAB – Balearic Islands Weekly Yacht Charter
Luxury private yacht trip in Ibiza for up to twelve people
Take a trip on board this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza, to any destination of your choosing.
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Luxury To Escape Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip in Ibiza for up to ten people
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Luxury Good Times Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip in Ibiza for up to ten people
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Luxury A4A Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip in Ibiza for up to ten people
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Luxury Chantella Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip in Ibiza for up to ten people
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Luxury Jack III Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip in Ibiza for up to ten people
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Restaurants nearby
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Aiyanna Restaurant
A new laid-back beach-side restaurant run by a renowned chef
This restaurant serves dishes with a modern take on fresh, healthy Mediterranean food, where bold flavours, organic produce and innovative sharing platters dominate.
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Nobu
New-style Japanese cuisine
This restaurant is ideally located on the beachfront in Talamanca and offers high-end contemporary Japanese cuisine.
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Eden Restaurant & Lounge
Poolside dining at the Hacienda Na Xamena Hotel on the north west coast
Located in the beautiful five star hotel Hacienda Na Xamena, the restaurant is perched on the edge of one of the hotel's swimming pools.
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Sir Rocco Beach Club 
Sir Rocco Beach Club
Italian food, live DJs and amazing views right on Playa d'en Bossa
Situated on the beach, this beach club is a great place to have a lazy lunch, enjoying their extensive menu, or partying in the evening to the beats of some of the best DJs on the island, including DJ Pippi.
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La Gaia Restaurant
Sophisticated "Japeruvian" cuisine in Ibiza Town
Located inside Ibiza Gran Hotel, this restaurant serves their own take on Nikkei cuisine, a fusion of flavours from Japan and Peru in a very sophisticated space.
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Hard Rock Hotel Beach Club 
Hard Rock Hotel Beach Club
Located right on the beachfront in Playa d'en Bossa
Imagine sitting down at your table, your cloth napkin on your lap, surrounding ocean views so splendid you'll feel like you're in a wonderful dream, with a gentle sea breeze floating in the air.
Nightlife nearby
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Cafe Montesol Restaurant & Bar
Trendy bar & restaurant serving an international menu
Offering uninterrupted service throughout the day, at this restaurant & bar you can have breakfast, brunch, gourmet lunch & dinner and tapas with wine or a cocktail.
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Lio Nightclub
Cabaret & performance while you dine, dancefloor later
In a prime spot in the middle of Ibiza Town's marina with spectacular views, this restaurant and nightclub will give you a night that you will never forget.
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Hï Ibiza nightclub 
Hï Ibiza nightclub
Brand new club on the premises of former iconic Space
Located in Playa d'en Bossa, this nightclub belongs to the Ushuaïa group. The best DJs in the industry and an out of this world production.
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Destino Restaurant & Poolside Bar
24-hour international open-air restaurant
From buffet breakfast to tapas lunch and all-night menu, this restaurant located at Destino Pacha Ibiza Resort serves delicious international cuisine indoor or at their terrace around the pool. You can even book a sunbed and enjoy their cocktails and poolside menu all day.
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Ushuaia nightclub 
Ushuaia nightclub
An amazing open air club with some of the best pool and beach parties on the island
Located in Ushuaia Beach Hotel, this nightclub hosts legendary parties with the biggest names in electronic music, stunning stage production, amazing dancers and a great VIP area make it a must visit when in Ibiza.
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Pacha Nightclub
Ibiza's playground for all: the rich, the famous, the clubbers and the locals
Probably the most famous of all Ibizan clubs, this legendary place retains its status as the most beautiful club in the world.
Sights nearby
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Cova de Can Marca Caves, San Miguel
Discover the subterranean world of Ibiza in the north east of the island
These caves date back 100,000 years and contain various fossils and bone remains.
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Torre des Molar (Balansat Tower), San Miguel 
Torre des Molar (Balansat Tower), San Miguel
18th-century watch tower on the coast of Port de Sant Miquel
Part of the wide network of watchtowers that dot Ibiza's coastline, Torre des Molar, also known as Torre de Balansat or Torre de Sant Miquel is located 95 metres above Port de Sant Miquel.
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San Miguel Church, San Miguel 
San Miguel Church, San Miguel
One of the oldest & most famous churches on the island of Ibiza
Beautiful and simple church that is situated on top of the hill overlooking the town of San Miguel and the surrounding countryside.
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Balafia Traditional Houses 
Balafia Traditional Houses
Traditional Ibizan houses with Moorish echoes
Just outside the village of San Lorenzo in the north, there are echoes of an old Moorish settlement, seven houses and two towers with a distinctive defensive function
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San Carlos Church 
San Carlos Church
This beautiful church stands in the centre of the town of San Carlos
As the road winds around it, entering and leaving San Carlos, you can't help but be drawn to a quick stop to have a wander round.
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Sant Mateu Church, Sant Mateu d'Albarca 
Sant Mateu Church, Sant Mateu d'Albarca
Pretty church that is central to this tiny western village
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
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Ibiza Golf Course, Cala Llonga
The only golf club on the Island and it has both a 9 hole & an 18 hole course
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
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Portinatx 
Portinatx
Most northerly point of the island and popular beach resort
The most northerly point of Ibiza is the town of Portinatx, 29km north of Ibiza Town. In a bid to attract tourists, the area has become quite developed.
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Sant Joan de Labritja (San Juan) 
Sant Joan de Labritja (San Juan)
Gateway to the north of the island
This small village and municipality is located 23km north of Ibiza Town. The landscape around the village is very mountainous which provides great panoramic views across the countryside.
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Sant Miquel de Balansat (San Miguel) 
Sant Miquel de Balansat (San Miguel)
Small picturesque village situated in the north east of the island
The pretty village of San Miguel is usually bypassed as tourists head straight for the coastal resort of Puerto de San Miguel.
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Sant Llorenc de Balafia (San Lorenzo) 
Sant Llorenc de Balafia (San Lorenzo)
A perfect example of remote rural life on the island
Set back inland, 17km north east of Eivissa, is the small village of San Lorenzo. It's an attractive traditional village with an 18th century church and a few houses.
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Cala San Vicente Beach Resort 
Cala San Vicente Beach Resort
Quiet bay nestled in the north east corner of Ibiza
This quiet beach resort is popular with those who would prefer to be away from the hustle and bustle of the San Antoni and Ibiza Town clubbing scenes.
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Sant Carles de Peralta (San Carlos) 
Sant Carles de Peralta (San Carlos)
Small village with a long history of hippy settlers and beautiful markets
Continuing north from Santa Eularia along the east coast of Ibiza, is the small village of Sant Carles de Peralta. Located 22km north east of Ibiza Town, this is a perfect lunch spot if you are exploring the island.
