The lowdown
Situated on the east coast of the island, about 13 kms from Ibiza Town, Santa Eulalia is the ideal destination for those seeking peace and quiet along with quality amenities. Of the island’s main resort towns, it’s far and away the most chilled, making it perfect for families and couples of all ages.
Popular with residents and holidaymakers alike, Santa Eulalia is a year-round resort with numerous cultural activities and festivals. Easily accessible by public transport, the town possesses a lovely palm-lined beachfront promenade, a fine beach, lots of shops and plenty of restaurants and bars.
Santa Eulalia has plenty of accommodation options, hostels and hotels as well as apartments. Many are located in the town itself, just minutes’ walk from the beach, while others are situated on its outskirts, giving access to other attractive beaches. The offer includes some of the island’s most impressive five-star hotels, lots of very reasonable, well-equipped mid-range places and friendly budget-range hostels and apartments.
Ever evolving, Santa Eulalia’s accommodation is sure to meet your requirements, so check out our guide below and book yourself in for a rewarding, easy-going holiday experience.
Upper end
Calling all sophisticates, the W Ibiza corner King suite
When it comes to top-notch five-star hotels, Santa Eulalia has nothing to envy other areas of the White Isle. Those included here cover the gamut from spectacular ocean views, easy access to the town and first-rate on-site dining options to fabulous facilities such as cutting-edge spas, gyms, and multiple pools.
Those in search of somewhere oozing contemporary style need look no further than W Ibiza Hotel. Situated directly on Santa Eulalia Bay, its facilities and views are matchless. They include a range of exciting restaurants catering to all tastes – check out its great vegetarian and vegan options - a stylish lounge, sun terraces, a spa with fully-fitted gym and an adults-only rooftop terrace with pool, cocktail bar, DJs and events. Ideal for weddings or business conferences, the W also makes a good choice for families.
Just north of Santa Eulalia, in S’Argamassa, ME Ibiza Hotel is a stylish, sophisticated option with superb facilities. It features the amazing Radio ME Ibiza Rooftop bar, with majestic views of the Mediterranean Sea from its infinity pool, exclusive VIP services, a spa and wellness centre and direct access to swanky beach club, Nikki Beach Ibiza.
A few kilometres south of the town, in the resort of Cala Llonga, the seafront luxury lifestyle hotel Mondrian Ibiza combines first-class facilities with the brand’s signature aesthetic. Its luxurious amenities include no less than four restaurants and four bars, three pools with sun bed zones, concierge services, a gym overlooking the sea, and wellness services.
Situated right next door, sister hotel Hyde Ibiza has plenty of leisure amenities as well as work spaces, making it the ideal spot to chill out in style or work remotely just metres from the Mediterranean's inviting waters. Hyde Beach Club has an upbeat vibe with day parties, live music and DJs.
From its peerless cliff-top location above Cala Nova, some 10 minutes from Santa Eulalia by car, BLESS Hotel Ibiza possesses all the high-quality facilities we have come to expect from BLESS Collection Hotels. These include the Beldon Wellness and the EPIC Infinity Lounge, an executive sky lounge with breath-taking views. The rooms and suites are inspired by fashion legend Coco Chanel, and all offer cutting-edge technologies and spectacular views of the Mediterranean. Food lovers will be excited to hear that acclaimed Basque chef Martín Berasategui is the guiding light behind the hotel’s exclusive restaurant, Etxeko.
Situated at the mouth of the town’s river, in the popular neighbourhood of Siesta, is the opulent Insotel Fenicia Prestige Suites & Spa. This five-star hotel abounds in luxurious facilities. Set in abundant greenery, it’s just steps from the beach and only a short, pleasant walk from the town. With no less than four restaurants, guests are truly spoiled for choice when it comes to fine dining. Its Prestige Spa is really something, too. The hotel also runs a children's club, making it ideal for families.
Mid-range
Get your toes in the sand at the classy Riomar
With its stylish décor, bright colours and retro look, thanks to the influence of Spanish fashion brand Desigual, the chic Meliá Ibiza (header image) is classy in a casual way. This adults-only, pet-friendly hotel boasts impressive views. It features three pools, terraces for suntanning and two restaurants offering fresh Mediterranean and international food with an Ibiza slant. Add in lots of health and wellness amenities, its proximity to Santa Eulalia and the hippy market at Es Cana, and you’re all set for a truly memorable holiday experience.
The Bohemian-style Hotel Riomar is another great option for accommodation in the town itself, thanks to its location on a quiet sector of Santa Eulalia promenade. Combining eco-luxury with all the best about a boutique lifestyle hotel, it features several pools and its very own “Tribe Secret Garden”. Riomar has a fine selection of rooms, many with sea views, as well as four luxury suites.
A luxurious, adults-only, four-star hotel just metres from the beach, Hotel Mongibello Ibiza is located in the resort of Siesta, close to Santa Eularia des Riu. Its retro style interior and exterior decor is pure Mediterranean cool. The Mongibello features a large pool, a spacious sun terrace and Balinese-style beds. All its air-conditioned rooms have a private terrace, 42-inch flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and laptop-sized safe. Hotel Mongibello Ibiza's Signature restaurant offers direct beach access.
While another excellent mid-range option is the Buenavista & Suites, a family-run hotel with lush tropical gardens and great views of the sea and town below. The resort’s beach, bars, restaurants, and shops are just a 10-minute stroll away and, with the port and bus station equally close, it’s ideal for discovering the island.
Budget
Camping Cala Nova Playa
Santa Eulalia has a good range of budget accommodation. One excellent option is Hostal Yebisah, an intimate, family-run hostel ideally sited in the town centre, just 40 metres from the beach. The hostel also has a snack bar and lounge.
The azuLine Hotel Mediterraneo also offers superb value for money. With its central location, relaxed vibe, friendly welcome, and attentive service, it’s hardly surprising guests return year after year.
Another popular choice is Apartamentos Bon Lloc, which is ideally located close to the beach and the town centre with all its amenities. It offers fully-equipped studios, apartments and penthouses. Each apartment comes with a kitchen and seating area.
Providing a budget-friendly alternative for adventurous travellers compared to conventional hotel stays, campsites typically feature amenities such as a supermarket, restaurant, evening entertainment, and a lively social ambience. Two of Ibiza's main campsites are near Santa Eulalia, on the bays of Cala Nova and Cala Martina, both granting easy access to the sea.
For an even wider selection of hotels all over the island, feel free to check out our hotel guide, where you are sure to find the right accommodation for you.
If you're planning to hire a car to get around Santa Eulalia and environs, we highly recommend local experts, Autos Mari, who have been in the rental car business for over 50 years. Autos Marí pride themselves on offering a reliable, quality service, which is why they have many satisfied customers. Best of all, in a sector where some disreputable car hire firms add on extra charges to their online prices, Autos Marí guarantee there are no hidden costs: what you see online is what you pay on picking up your vehicle. They are also one of the few companies that can offer direct airport pick-up.
Header image | Meliá Ibiza
