Location: 15 minutes' drive from San Antonio
Facilities: Sunbeds, parasols, showers (turned off to save water), restaurant, lifeguards, toilets and access for the disabled (also into the water under supervision of the lifeguards with amphibious wheelchair and special crutches) - all facilities only in Cala Salada, apart from the lifeguards.
Size: 200 metres long in total, 5-30 metres wide
Getting there: Reached by car, bus, or water taxi. If you come by car, follow the signposts north from San Antonio. The road meanders down a steep gradient to a small, shaded car park with 65 spaces. There are stairs down to the beach.
Please note that from around the beginning of May to mid-October, the road will be closed from 9:30 to 17:00 (scooters, taxis, people with reduced mobility, and people with a reservation in the restaurant can pass). You have to arrive early if you want to get past. There is a second car park right behind the barrier, but from here it is quite a hike down to the beach (ca. 15 min), and when this car park is full, they make you turn around. We recommend taking the bus or a water taxi.
In the summer months, there is a mini-bus service (Linea L34) every 30 minutes from 10:00 to 20:00 from San Antonio bus station, with a 'park and ride' stop at the Can Coix sports centre, where there is a large car park (Complejo Polideportivo Can Coix, see Google maps). Find bus timetables here. From the bus stops, it is a walk of approx. 5 minutes down to the beach. Furthermore, there is a ferry service from the port of San Antonio.
The beaches
Surrounded by pine-forested hills, the protected coves of Cala Salada and Cala Saladeta are a favourite of residents and private boat owners.
The turquoise water is beautifully clear and shallow, making it perfect for swimming and snorkelling - and ideal as Instagram material.
Cala Salada
Coming down to the beach, you first arrive at Cala Salada, which is a pebbly beach. There are loungers and parasols for hire – or bring your own chair or lilo, because just putting a towel on the pebbles is not recommended. Alternatively, find a quiet spot in front of the traditional fishermen's huts to your left.
The seabed on this side of the cove is rocky, so it's best to bring swim shoes. Here you'll also find the only restaurant in the area.
Cala Saladeta
The neighbouring Cala Saladeta offers a beautiful sandy beach, sloping gently into the sea, with a seabed of mostly soft sand.
You reach it via a rocky path along the steep slope at the back of the cove. You are advised to wear sensible shoes, because it is a bit of a climb.
This small beach gets very busy in summer, especially on weekends. There are no facilities, so bring your parasol for protection against the sun.
Steep rocks separate the two beaches; these are cordoned off because you should not climb over them to reach Cala Saladeta and because it is not safe to jump into the water from here.
Well-trodden paths leading into the hills are popular for walks in this unspoiled area.
Beach bars and restaurants
The only beach restaurant is situated at a corner of Cala Salada beach. It is popular with the locals for traditional dishes like seafood paella. It also has a kiosk serving ice creams and cold drinks to take away.
Nearest resort
San Antonio is easily reached by car or water taxi. The second largest town on the island, it offers vibrant nightlife and a wide choice of hotels and apartments.
