In the lovely wide Bay of San Antonio you're never far from a beach; five small ones are within short walking distance from either end. In fact a favourite way to start - or end - the day, is a stroll along the shoreline path connecting the beaches that all have bars open 'til late.
Each small beach has its own character and atmosphere, so you may like to try a couple of them before deciding which is your favourite.
From the Bay you can also take a ferry to one of the nearby beaches, such as Cala Conta or Cala Bassa. They depart hourly from many landing points along the bay and from San Antonio marina.
Es Pouet beach
Location: In the Bay of San Antonio
Facilities: Promenade, bars, shops, sunbeds, parasols, showers, lifeguard, access for the disabled (also into the water under supervision of the lifeguards with amphibious wheelchair)
Activities: Pedalos, kayak, banana boat, boat hire
Getting there: Walk along the promenade from San Antonio or along the road around the bay. Parking is non existent. From the jetty, small ferries connect to the beaches along the bay and farther beaches on the west coast such as Cala Tarida and Cala Conta.
As you walk around the bay from San Antonio the first small beach you come to is Es Pouet. It's a sweep of fine golden sand and shallow water that is perfect for children to play safely in. Well served by three snack bars, and across the road you'll find a further selection of bars and shops. A ferry boat service operates to San Antonio and other beaches.
Spotlight tip: The small jetty is a great place from which to fish...or, if you prefer, to feed them bread!
Playa S'Estanyol
Location: In the Bay of San Antonio
Facilities: Promenade, sunbeds, parasols, restaurant, bars
Activities: Pedalos, water sports, inflatables, excursions
Getting there: Walk along the promenade from San Antonio or along the road around the bay. Parking is non existent. Alternatively, you can catch the little ferries from the harbour of San Antonio.
Walking from Es Pouet beach further round the small headland you'll find the two coves that make up the beach of S'Estanyol. Both have small sandy beaches leading to shallow waters and a good choice of water sports.
The ferry to San Antonio and other beaches can also be caught here from the small jetty.
A short walk further on brings you to another small beach which has some beach bars overlooking the bay.
Playa Pinet
Location: In the Bay of San Antonio
Facilities: Promenade, sunbeds, parasols, restaurant, bar, supermarket
Activities: Pedalos, SUP (Stand Up Paddle), water-ski, banana boat
Getting there: Walk along the promenade from San Antonio or along the road around the bay. Parking is non existent. You can also catch a ferry from San Antonio.
Playa Pinet is the next beach round the bay, with soft sands, shallow waters and a good choice of water sports. There are several nice beach bars and restaurants directly at the beach.
Playa Xinxo (Cala de Bou)
Location: In the Bay of San Antonio
Facilities: Promenade, sunbeds, parasols, showers, beach bars, shops, lifeguards, access for the disabled
Activities: Pedalos, banana boat and other inflatables, jet-ski
Getting there: Walk along the promenade from San Antonio or along the road around the bay, or catch a ferry from San Antonio.
Finally the last beach in the bay is Playa Xinxo also known as Cala de Bou. It's a golden curve of sand which shelves gently in calm waters; great for the kids or lolling about on a lilo!
There are several hotels with beach bars and restaurants also open to non-hotel guests.
Playa Port d'es Torrent
Location: At the western end of the resort of San Antonio Bay
Facilities: Sunbeds, parasols, showers, toilets, beach restaurants and bars, lifeguards
Activities: Pedalos, banana boat and other inflatables, water-ski, wakeboard, boat trips
Getting there: Reached by bus, or by driving about 5 minutes from San Antonio. There are good parking facilities for those coming by car. Little ferries connect to San Antonio and other beaches of the west coast.
After walking along the main street of San Antonio Bay away from San Antonio you finally reach Port d'es Torrent, a popular beach at the end of the resort. In fact, it does not really belong to the Bay of San Antonio itself, it is just around the corner, facing west.
The bay is a deep inlet into the coast, so the waters are tranquil and safe for swimming. The golden sand is fine grained and declines very gently into the sea, the water is crystal clear, perfect for diving and snorkelling. A few hotels border the beach, but also a pine wooded area and rocks for scrambling, which gives it a nice natural atmosphere.
Spotlight tip: Nearby the beach is the Seaview Country Club hotel with a great water park, which is also open to non-hotel guests.
Find out more about the San Antonio Bay which grows in popularity year by year! Or nearby San Antonio.
