Sant Antoni de Portmany Holidays: Beaches, Coves & Weather
Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 21,852 residents · on the coast
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Cala Comte
Platja de Sant Antoni de Portmany
BIBO PARK - Ibiza Botánico BiotecnológicoSant Antoni de Portmany is a coastal town of around 22,000 people on the west side of Ibiza, sitting barely 14 metres above the sea. Its parish church stands at the heart of town, the town beach is a few minutes' walk away, and the Coves Blanques Lighthouse marks the waterfront. Within a short drive lie some of the island's best-known coves: Cala Salada about 2 miles out, Cala Bassa and Cala Comte a little further. Ibiza airport, served by direct flights from the United Kingdom, is roughly 12 minutes away by road. Summers run hot and almost rainless in July, while June and October offer the most comfortable balance of warmth and calm for a beach holiday.
Why go
- Cala Salada, Cala Bassa and Cala Comte are all within about 5 miles of town.
- Ibiza airport has direct UK flights and is only around 12 minutes' drive away.
- June brings 28°C highs with just four rain days, ideal for long beach afternoons.
Top sights in Sant Antoni de Portmany
Coves, Lighthouses and a Town Church
The beaches are the main draw. Cala Salada, a cove about 2 miles from town, is the most celebrated, followed by Cala Bassa at roughly 3.5 miles and Cala Comte at about 4.7 miles. Closer in, the town beach, Platja de Sant Antoni de Portmany, is a quarter of a mile from the centre, while Platja de Bou and Platja Es Pinet are each around a mile away, with Platja Pinet and Platja de Punta Galera (about 1.6 miles) rounding out the choice. All are well suited to families.
Away from the sand, the Coves Blanques Lighthouse sits about a third of a mile from the centre, and the Església de Sant Antoni de Portmany, the town's church, is right in the middle of things. Further out are the lighthouses of Far de Sa Conillera, around 5 miles off, and Faro de Bleda Plana at nearly 8 miles. Nature lovers can visit the Cova de Ses Llagostes cave, about a mile away, or the BIBO PARK botanical garden at roughly 4.5 miles.
Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly from this page.
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Platja de Sant Antoni de Portmany
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BIBO PARK - Ibiza Botánico Biotecnológico
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church building in Sant Antoni de Portmany, Spain
Platja de Bou
beach · 1 mile from the centre
Platja Es Pinet
beach · 1 mile from the centre
Coves Blanques Lighthouse
lighthouse · In the centre
Faro de Bleda Plana
lighthouse · 8 miles from the centre
Platja Pinet
beach · 1 mile from the centre
Tours & tickets in Sant Antoni de Portmany
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Sant Antoni de Portmany can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Sant Antoni de Portmany
Choosing Your Base in Town
Staying in the centre puts the church, the town beach and the Coves Blanques Lighthouse all within a short walk, which suits travellers who want to step out of the door without car hire. It is a town of around 22,000 residents, so the centre has the busier feel of a proper resort town rather than a village.
If the beach is the priority, look towards the edges of town near Platja de Bou, Platja Es Pinet or Platja Pinet, each about a mile out, which keeps you close to the sand while leaving the coves of Cala Salada and Cala Bassa an easy drive away. Families in particular will find most of the nearby beaches a good fit.
This page shows live hotel prices so you can compare options across the town.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Sant Antoni de Portmany and the villages around it is a hire car from Ibiza (IBZ), about 12 min away.
Best time to visit Sant Antoni de Portmany
When to Visit Sant Antoni
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- 16°CFeb28 mm
- 18°CMar35 mm
- 21°CApr34 mm
- 23°CMay26 mm
- 28°CJun16 mm
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
June and October are the most pleasant months. June brings highs of around 28°C, lows of 20°C and only four rain days, while October still reaches 25°C with nights around 18°C, though with seven rain days.
July and August are the hottest, at 32°C and 31°C respectively, and July is almost completely dry with just 4mm of rain. September is the wettest month, with 44mm across nine rain days, and May can also see frequent short showers despite modest totals. Winters are mild rather than warm, with highs of about 16°C from December to February.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | 10°C | 20 mm | 9 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 9°C | 28 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 18°C | 12°C | 35 mm | 11 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 13°C | 34 mm | 11 h |
| May | 23°C | 16°C | 26 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 28°C | 20°C | 16 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 23°C | 4 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 23°C | 38 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 21°C | 44 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 18°C | 28 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 20°C | 14°C | 28 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 16°C | 10°C | 14 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Flights and Ferries from the UK
Ibiza airport (IBZ) is the nearest, around 8 miles from Sant Antoni de Portmany, and has direct flights from the United Kingdom. The drive into town takes about 12 minutes, making this one of the quicker airport transfers you will find.
As Ibiza is an island, there is no straightforward drive from Calais. Those travelling overland can reach mainland ferry ports and sail across: the port of Ibiza, about 9 miles away, has routes to Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia on the mainland, plus Palma and Formentera. Dénia itself is roughly 64 miles away across the water, and Palma about 81 miles.
By air
- Ibiza (IBZ)8 miles, about 12 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Ibiza (9 miles), Dénia (64 miles), Palma (81 miles).
Sant Antoni de Portmany is good for
Around Sant Antoni de Portmany
Day Trips Around the Island
Sant Josep de sa Talaia is the closest neighbour at about 4 miles, with the small settlement of Es Cubells around 7 miles away. Santa Eulària des Riu, a town of over 31,000 people, is roughly 12 miles off, and Sant Joan de Labritja (about 13 miles) and Sant Carles de Peralta (about 14 miles) make easy outings into the north and east of the island.
Further afield, La Savina and Es Pujols lie around 19 and 20 miles away respectively, and the ferries from the port of Ibiza include sailings to Formentera.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
Plan beach days around the heat in July and August, when highs top 30°C; the coves are best enjoyed early or late in the day. If you are travelling in September, pack for the odd downpour, as it is the wettest month of the year.
With the airport only 12 minutes away and many beaches within a mile or two, you can manage a short break without car hire, but a car makes it far easier to reach Cala Comte, the outlying lighthouses and the villages inland. In winter, expect mild days around 16°C rather than beach weather.
Questions people ask
How far is Sant Antoni de Portmany from Ibiza airport?
Ibiza airport is about 8 miles from Sant Antoni de Portmany, and the drive takes roughly 12 minutes. The airport has direct flights from the United Kingdom, so the journey from home to your hotel can be pleasingly short.
What is the best month to visit Sant Antoni de Portmany?
June and October are the most pleasant. June has highs around 28°C with only four rain days, while October still reaches about 25°C. July is the driest and hottest, at around 32°C, if you want guaranteed sunshine and do not mind the heat.
Which beaches are closest to Sant Antoni de Portmany?
The town beach is a quarter of a mile from the centre, with Platja de Bou, Platja Es Pinet and Platja Pinet all around a mile away. The well-known Cala Salada cove is about 2 miles out, and Cala Bassa roughly 3.5 miles.
Is Sant Antoni de Portmany good for a family holiday?
Yes, its nearby beaches, including Cala Salada, Cala Bassa, Cala Comte and the town beach, are well suited to families. The Cova de Ses Llagostes cave about a mile away and the BIBO PARK botanical garden around 4.5 miles away add variety beyond the sand.
Does it rain much in Sant Antoni de Portmany?
Rainfall is low overall. July sees just 4mm and one rain day. September is the wettest month, with around 44mm over nine days, and May can bring frequent brief showers. Winter months typically have four to six rain days.
Can I take a ferry to Ibiza from mainland Spain?
Yes. The port of Ibiza, about 9 miles from Sant Antoni de Portmany, has ferry routes to Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia on the mainland, as well as to Palma and Formentera, useful if you are combining Ibiza with a wider trip.