Cala Salada is a cove on Ibiza's north coast, 4.7km from Sant Antoni de Portmany. The beach has two distinct sections: rocky formations on the left, sandy beach on the right. A restaurant and bar overlook the pebble side and serve food and drinks. The bay is home to fish, crabs, and octopus. Access is via a long set of stone steps or a steep rocky path requiring proper footwear. Free parking is available at the clifftop, though it fills quickly from early morning. The beach is busy from late morning through late afternoon but becomes calm and peaceful after 5pm, making evening visits rewarding for their sunsets.
- Accessibility
- Not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Access requires descending a long set of steps or a steep rocky path. Not ideal for people with limited mobility or physical fitness.
- Parking
- Free parking lot available, monitored by a warden. Fills quickly from early morning. Paid parking lot and free street parking also available.
- Difficulty
- Steep descent via a long set of stone steps or rocky path. Proper footwear is essential. Allow time for the climb back up.
- Hours
- Open 24 hours.
What makes it special
The beach splits into two distinct sections: rocky formations on the left, sandy beach on the right. A restaurant and bar overlook the pebble side. The bay is active: people launch boats, the water is strong, and fish, crabs, and octopus inhabit the shallows. The descent is convenient, and swimmers can relax along the rocks.
Good to know
- Free parking fills from early morning—arrive before 9am to guarantee a space. A warden monitors the lot.
- Rocky terrain requires good footwear; alternatively, a long set of stone steps provides access. Allow time for the climb back.
- Very crowded 11am–5pm; come early morning or after 5pm for calm conditions. Exceptional sunsets in the evening.
- No mobile signal in the area. The restaurant accepts cards, but sunbed rentals are cash only.
- Toilets are at the restaurant, requiring a food or drink purchase. Bring snacks if you're not buying meals.
Getting there
The beach is accessed by car to the clifftop car park, where free parking is available. From the top, a long set of stone steps or a steep rocky path leads down to the beach. Allow time for the descent and return.
Best time to visit
Better: Early morning or after 5pm. Avoid: Midday and weekends when the bay fills quickly. The evening brings calm water and stunning sunsets worth the wait.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there food and drink at the beach?
Yes. A restaurant and bar serve food and drinks and accept card payments. Toilets are inside but require a meal purchase to access. No wifi.When is it least crowded?
Early morning or after 5pm. Between 11am and late afternoon, it fills with visitors, especially on weekends.What should I bring?
Good footwear for the rocky path and steep descent. Cash if renting sunbeds. Food, since there is no mobile signal, no wifi, and limited dining options. Allow time for the climb back up.Is parking reliable?
Parking is free and monitored, but the lot fills rapidly from early morning. Arrive before 9am to guarantee a space. Paid parking and street parking are also available.