Location: In the resort of Es Caná (Es Canar in Catalan)
Facilities: Sun beds, parasols, showers (turned off to save water), toilets, restaurants, ATMs, bars, shops, lifeguards, disabled zone at the northern end of the beach, with a shaded wooden platform and disabled toilet, disabled access also into the water under the supervision of the lifeguards with an amphibious wheelchair and special crutches, tourism office
Activities: Pedalos, paddle surf, kayaks, parasailing, boat trips, fishing off the small harbour, tourist train, fun fair (evenings) - see nearby activities
Size: 300 metres long, 25 - 30 metres wide
Getting there: Located in the centre of Es Caná, so easily reached by foot, if you're staying in the resort. If you're staying in nearby Santa Eulalia, there is a regular bus service (find bus timetables here); the bus stop is directly behind the beach, as is a taxi rank. Parking is free along the road running parallel to the beach, here you will also find a small free public car park, and a larger paid car park directly behind the beach. Furthermore, small ferries connect to Santa Eulalia, Ibiza Town and even Formentera.

The beach

A little further along the coast from Santa Eulalia, you'll find the popular resort of Es Caná, which is wrapped around a long, horseshoe-shaped beach of golden sand, gently lapped by clear waters. There is a small harbour at one end.

This beach is ideal for families as the sand shelves gently into the sea, making it safe for the little ones to play in the shallow water.

This is a well-maintained beach with many facilities such as loungers, daybeds and parasols. There are also plenty of relaxing spots where you can simply stretch out on the sands. In general, the atmosphere is very relaxed and peaceful, with no loud music spilling out from the bars and restaurants.

Es Caná is also well known for its water sports. Here you can have an action-packed day on the water with several water sports and boat trips leaving from the small harbour and - for something more low-key - some good fishing spots at the end of the harbour.

In the evenings, a small fun fair located on a square right behind the beach attracts younger holidaymakers. It has merry-go-rounds, trampolines, bumper cars and more. On the same square, you will also find a small tourism office.

There are two beaches nearby, easily reached by foot. Follow the wooden boardwalk along the coast at the north end of the beach and you'll reach a hidden promenade. At the end, there is a path over the cliffs which leads you to Cala Nova, a beautiful natural beach, and a favourite among the surfers of the island on windy days. At the southern outskirts of the resort, you will find the small beach of Cala Martina, with a good choice of water sports.

Spotlight tip

Enjoy Es Caná beach before or after the famous Hippy Market Punta Arabí on Wednesdays.

Beach bars and restaurants

Making the most of the wonderful sea views, several really nice bars and restaurants line the crescent beach. In the resort itself, you'll find a wide choice of restaurants and bars, some also offering evening entertainment and live music.

If you want a more sophisticated and relaxed ambience, head to nearby Cala Nova for some exclusive beach clubs and a gourmet restaurant in the resort's only 5-star hotel.