Situated on the north coast of Ibiza, Puerto de San Miguel (Port de Sant Miquel in Catalan) was once the fishing port of San Miguel village, but is now a popular small resort with families and those in search of peace and quiet.
Here can be found one of the most sheltered beaches on the island, nestled in a cove and surrounded by lush pine-covered cliffs. A good distance away from the hustle and bustle of the major resorts, Puerto de San Miguel is the ideal location for those seeking tranquility and beautiful surroundings in a holiday.
Shops and restaurants
There are some souvenir shops and a supermarket, and several bars and restaurants line the beach, including two very popular fish restaurants - locals come from all over the island to eat here, for example Bullit de Peix, the typical Ibicencan fish dish, or Arróz meloso con bogavante, a fish stew with rice and lobster.
Beach and water sports
Puerto de San Miguel boasts a beautifully sandy beach and clear, shallow waters. There are water-sports and the usual sun beds and sunshades to rent.
Caves
Visitors should definitely visit the interesting dripstone caves Cuevas Can Marça; just walk up the road on the right side of the bay and the effort will be rewarded with fantastic views.
Getting there
Puerto de San Miguel is well connected with the rest of the island: by hired car and also buses it's only a short ride to Ibiza Town, Santa Eulalia and the hippy markets. Little ferries go to San Antonio, the resort Portinatx further up north, and also to the hippy market in Es Caná, all well worth a daytime excursion.
Accommodation
There are a number of hotels and apartment complexes lining the beach and built right into the cliffs - whilst not always the most architecturally attractive, the stunning sea views from the accommodation more than make up for this.
There are also very nice country hotels in the area. Or have a look at the nearby holiday villas - living the dream as the VIPs and celebrities do on the island!
