Location: 5 minutes drive coming either from the village of San Juan or the resort of Portinatx
Facilities: Sunbeds, parasols, restaurant
Size: 90 metres long, 15 metres wide
Getting there: Reached by car on the road to Portinatx. There is a parking, but space is limited, so do come early. Steep access road. Or take the bus, there is a bus stop for the lines connecting Ibiza Town and Santa Eulalia with Portinatx (find timetables here).
The beach
The beautiful bay of Cala Xarraca is a favourite with photographers. The small bay is one of the more isolated ones on Ibiza, boasting the most magnificent of views. The sandy beach is surrounded by lush green pine forests dotted with white houses, rugged red cliffs and rocky pathways, which make it ideal for adventure walks and exploring.
The seabed is only sandy at the beginning, then the waters stretch shallow over rocks - thus the water is very clear, which makes this beach perfect for snorkellers. You can swim out to and around the interesting rock in front of the beach; brave ones climb it and jump into the water - but please check beforehand that the water is deep enough!
Beach bars and restaurants
There is one typical Spanish restaurant with spectacular views, which is also popular with the locals. Specialties include fresh fish and rice dishes.
Accommodation nearby
The nearby resort of Portinatx offers a very good choice of hotels and apartments, from large luxury resorts and family clubs to budget apartments. The villa right next to the beach is a super luxury holiday villa, which will be unaffordable for most people: alternatively, browse our recommendations for a private holiday villa; there are many gems hidden in the green hills surrounding the beautiful village of San Juan.
