Apartments in Santa Eulalia -- Budget Places to Stay
With a palm-lined promenade and a beautiful sandy beach, Santa Eulalia is a quieter part of Ibiza that's more about the laidback lifestyle than the superclubs. It's the island's third largest resort and is a popular haunt for families and couples on the hunt for some Spanish sun in the summer months. As well as a great beach scene, Santa Eulalia also boasts a great cultural reputation, and is filled with art galleries, delicious gourmet restaurants, exclusive shopping venues, and a collection of fun bars and cafés. So many people think Ibiza is only for the young, hedonistic crowd, but this is far from the truth, and Santa Eulalia proves this. The year-round community spirit that imbues the resort makes it the perfect place to take the family on a summer trip, but it's also ideal for those seeking something a little more cultural. With our apartments in Santa Eulalia, you can explore all the different sides of the resort, from the beach and the shallow waters to the shops and restaurants.
The Different Faces of Santa Eulalia
The best thing about Santa Eulalia is its ability to mould itself to anyone, whether you're a wine lover, a sun seeker, or a history buff.
Wining and dining is a popular activity in the resort, with locals and tourists flocking to the great selection of restaurants and bars throughout the day. Calle san Jaime is the main strip in the resort, and it's lined with numerous coffee shops, wine bars, and family-run restaurants. Alternatively, you can head to Calle San Vicente, which is also known as the Street of Restaurants. After dark the road is closed to cars and opens itself up into a traditional Mediterranean dusk scene.
For something a little craftier, head to the centre of town where a cute road is lined with the colourful stalls of street vendors selling everything from painted portraits to illustrations and photographs. At the end of the promenade, you'll emerge out onto the beach.
The Marina is a popular hotspot in the resort, home to an array of excellent restaurants and cafes that serve all manner of dishes and cuisines. It's a great place to hit the shops, with numerous artisan stores and designer boutiques dotted around, and there is a menu of evening entertainment that takes place here every day.
For the sportier traveler, there are tons of water sports and adventurous activities to get stuck into, including surfing, paragliding, hiking, and mountain biking in the stunning surrounding scenery.
And, for the creatives, there are plenty of local galleries and shops that sell artworks by Sant Eulalia artists. The resort marks the hub of art and design on the island, so there are numerous cultural institutions to check out.
Regardless of what kind of trip you're looking for, make sure you check into one of our Santa Eulalia apartments to make the most of all the activities and things to see on offer.
Fun Things to do in Santa Eulalia
- Puig de Missa -- This beautiful church sits atop a lush hill overlooking the rest of the resort. The climb up to it is steep, but well worth the effort to marvel at the stunning vistas from the top, and to discover a traditional side to Santa Eulalia.
- Playa de Es Figueral -- A pretty and charming beach that's tucked away in a bay of the resort. Here, you can soak up the peaceful atmosphere, indulge in some swimming, and kick back and relax under the warmth of the sun.
- Scuba Diving and Snorkelling -- Ibiza boasts a colourful underwater world, and Santa Eulalia is one of the best places to explore it from. Take yourself below the surface of the calm waves and discover the vibrant marine life that calls the region home.
- Walking and Hiking -- The scenery surrounding Santa Eulalia is ideal for hikers and walkers. With soaring hilltops and dipping valleys, there are plenty of natural nooks and crannies to explore, as well as amazing views to marvel at. One of the best walks is the Santa Eulalia River Walk, which takes in the calm waters and peaceful natural scenery.
- Cala Olivera -- This beautiful, hidden beach is known for its free diving. Boasting a craggy backdrop and lots of unusual rock formations, it's a wild alternative to some of the more popular beaches in the resort.
- Hire a Boat -- Hiring a boat and exploring the coast of Santa Eulalia from a different perspective is a great way to spend an afternoon. As well as spotting some of the local marine life, you can also cool off in the water when the sun gets too hot.
- Creu d'en Ribes -- This stone chapel is an unusual find in the natural scenery surrounding Santa Eulalia. Sitting pretty on a hilltop it tells an historic story from the region and offers great views over the nearby landscape.
- Museo de Etnografia -- If you want to learn a little more about the cultural history of Santa Eulalia and its people, head to the ethnography museum where you can learn about traditions, customs, and artistic flairs from the past.
As you can see, there is a huge mixture of things to do in Santa Eulalia, from typical days spent at the beach, to getting to know the fascinating history of the area. Our Santa Eulalia apartments give you open access to all of this and more, placing you right in the centre of all the action.
Santa Eulalia Accommodation
Because of its diverse selection of things to do, Santa Eulalia accommodation offers something for everyone. There are plush, high-rise hotels that dominate the skyline near the sea, as well as blocks of studios with balconies that overlook the beach. Further away from the shoreline there are numerous boutique hotels that hark back to the resort's past, and a number of budget hostels for travellers who are looking to save a pretty penny. In addition, there are traditional guesthouses, homestays, and family-run B&Bs for a more authentic way to explore the area.
