San Carlos in Ibiza

Holidays to San Carlos, Ibiza: The Island’s Carefree Heart – Discovering the Location

Never mind the superclubs that made Ibiza so famous; this is the true soul of Ibiza. It’s not on the dancefloor; it’s a sun-drenched creative village called San Carlos. You won’t find the traditional all-inclusive holiday here, however this should not stop you from enjoying an all-inclusive-style holiday here. It’s a destination where the hippie spirit that initially made Ibiza famous has never disappeared.

If your idea of a holiday to Ibiza is a never-ending party, San Carlos isn’t for you. However, if you are looking for a holiday for your family, or if you are in search of deep relaxation, a holiday to San Carlos may be just what the doctor ordered.

An Artist’s Retreat, Not a Nightclub

Artists and free spirits have always found San Carlos an irresistible destination. It’s a location that inspires and never gets boring. The hum here is not from loud music; it’s a call back to nature. The heart of the village is home to the legendary Bar Anita, a place where you can chill or eat, popular with tourists and locals.

Beaches of Serene Beauty

San Carlos is not a beach destination; it’s inland. You have a choice of beaches within a 10-minute taxi journey from the village centre. The beach at Cala Nova, with a choice of restaurants, has great facilities. Cala Llenya beach enjoys a beach bar and toilet facilities. Just up the coast from here is Cala Mastella, a little bay with unkempt sands. There is the traditional tourist beach at Platja des Figueral, which enjoys full tourist resort facilities, restaurants and bars, or there is another secluded bay, Agua Blanca nearby, again a back-to-nature beach without facilities.

A Surprising Culinary Scene

There are many restaurants dotted around the San Carlos area. Food here will exceed your expectations, with many boasting farm-to-table dining and using local produce. They are, for the most part, informal, cosy eateries and restaurants offering international and traditional Mediterranean dishes.

Exploration Made Easy

Sightseeing in and around San Carlos isn’t just a tick-box exercise; it’s about soaking up the character of the location. Take the 10-minute walk to the weekly hippy market, stopping at Bananas Bar for refreshments, both there and back.

Hop on a bus to virtually any part of the island. How about shopping in Santa Eulalia or checking out the historic walls in Ibiza Town? As San Carlos is centrally located, it is a good holiday base to explore the charm of Ibiza.

Booking Your Holiday to San Carlos

All-inclusive deals are rare in San Carlos, but that could make it an appealing destination. This location is more about self-catering villas, charming farmhouse B&Bs, and small, family-run hotels. The emphasis of a holiday here is about embracing and integrating with the locals. On the upside, this makes it a perfect candidate for our famous all-inclusive-style holidays, where you book a package holiday (flights, transfers and accommodation). Then it’s all about prepaying for trips, creating a budget for snacks, drinks and food, and then crafting your own bespoke holiday in this part of Ibiza.