Sant Josep de sa Talaia holidays

Meet the real Ibiza on Sant Josep De Sa Talaia holidays, where the liveliest social event is the weekly morning market.

Ibiza’s heartland

Away from the all-night clubs and sunset bars of the coast, there’s a slower pace of life in Sant Josep De Sa Talaia. Roughly halfway between the bright lights of San Antonio and Playa d’en Bossa, this hilltop town showcases the old ways of the island, with all its sandy coves, clubs and nightlife only a short drive away. Watched over by a simple church with a belltower, the whitewashed town is lined with bakeries, cafés and quaint tapas bars – the sort where chairs and tables spill onto the pavement and sangria is served by the gallon.

Idyllic island life

Staying in Sant Josep De Sa Talaia is all about leaning into the local way of life – like sipping espressos or picking up the morning pastries from a bakery. The whole place stays pretty quiet at night, too, but that’s not to say there’s nothing to do. If you prefer things a bit busier, head to nearby Ibiza Town. The island’s capital is less than a 20-minute drive away, making it an ideal spot for shopping sessions and evenings out. San Antonio is just 20 minutes in the other direction, famed for its sunset-facing bars and lively strip.

Nearby beaches

While this place feels worlds away from the Ibiza you see on Instagram, you don’t have to travel too far to pitch up on the island’s iconic beaches. The nearest one’s just 10 minutes away in Cala Tarida, where a wedge of creamy-coloured sand, backed by clear, calm waters is popular with families. More wild and unspoilt coves are peppered along this coast, for when you really want to dial into do not disturb mode.