Formentera

Travel Guide
Formentera
The smallest and southernmost of the four principal Balearic Islands is a captivating spot with gorgeous beaches, historical buildings and picturesque landscapes.

Formentera Island is the small Balearic Island with a long coastline, owing to its jagged shape. Beaches are its big attractions as are historical buildings and the diverse scenery of the interior. Relax on white sands, tour ancient buildings and hike or cycle across the island.

Formentera Island has more than 12 miles (20 kilometers) of beautiful beaches. Dry summers and warm winters typical of a Mediterranean climate mean the beaches can be enjoyed year-round. Their allure is obvious, given the long stretches of white sand, clear water and an island-wide ban on tall beachfront developments. This ensures there are no long lines of high-rise buildings.

Swim, sunbathe and take part in watersports at the beaches of Illetes in the north. Stroll along the 3-mile (5-kilometer) shoreline of Migjorn Beach, one of the longest on Formentera Island. Admire the beauty of Cala Saona, a small cove approximately 460 feet (140 meters) long.

While many visitors spend their time at the beaches, travel around the island to find more to see and do. Explore the scenery and history on a walking or cycling tour. Crisscrossing the island are about 20 signposted green routes. These trails pass dunes, vineyards, coves, beaches, archeological sites and coastal watchtowers. They were once used to protect the island from attacks from the sea. The routes range from 1 to 7 miles (1.5 to12 kilometers).

View cultural treasures when you visit the largest city, Sant Francesc Xavier. Among the sites are the 18th-century fortified Church of Sant Francesc Xavier and an ethnography museum. It houses a collection of fishing and farming tools, utensils and musical instruments that explore how people used to live here.

Formentera Island is accessible only by boat. Catch a ferry from the nearby island of Ibiza, which can be reached by plane or by boat from several destinations on the Spanish mainland. Enjoy the beaches, history and scenic landscapes.

Where to stay in Formentera

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Es Pujols

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Es Pujols is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Es Pujols Beach and Sa Roqueta Beach.

Es Pujols
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La Savina

4/5(1 area review)

La Savina is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like La Savina Port and Punta Pedrera.

La Savina
Hotel Los Rosales
Hotel Los Rosales
3 out of 5
Av. Miramar 55, Es Pujols, Formentera
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €99 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
€99
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Formentera. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a terrace, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (357 reviews)
"Only a 3 review on the surrounding area because it was out of season, am absolutely positive it would be vibrant in high season."

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2024

Hotel Los Rosales
Five Flowers Hotel & Spa Formentera
Five Flowers Hotel & Spa Formentera
5 out of 5
Calle Fonoll Mari, 84, Formentera
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Formentera. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Es Pujols Beach and Ses Illetes ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"beautiful hotel, amenties are wonderful and staff was very accommodating"

Reviewed on 15 Sep 2023

Five Flowers Hotel & Spa Formentera
Hotel Riu La Mola
Hotel Riu La Mola
4 out of 5
Playa Migjorn 1, Formentera, Formentera
The price is €117 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
€117
per night
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Formentera. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Playa Migjorn and Es Pujols Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (738 reviews)
Double Room, Balcony, Sea View
"We enjoyed the sandy beach with crystal clear water, our 4-years old child enjoyed kids club with amazing Sylvia, we enjoyed aqua fitness with Peter (I think), the staff were very helpful and friendly although I would prefer if more of them speak English and not only Spanish (Catalan). We used main ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2023

Hotel Riu La Mola
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartamentos Castaví
Apartamentos Castaví
4 out of 5
C./ Espalmador 57, Es Pujols, Formentera, Formentera
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Formentera. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a children's pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
"Beautiful stay. Property is very conveniently located to lots of restaurants and the beach. Great breakfast, lovely pool area. And great sunsets from the terrace. Loved my stay and will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 4 Sep 2023

Apartamentos Castaví
Bungalow Es Pins
Bungalow Es Pins
3 out of 5
Carretera Ca Mari, S/N, Formentera, Illes Baleares
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Formentera. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Migjorn and Es Pujols ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
"Phantastich!! Freundlich, gepflegt, traumhaft!"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2023

Bungalow Es Pins
Sant Ferran De Ses Roques: Calm country house with garden and reservoir of fish
Sant Ferran De Ses Roques: Calm country house with garden and reservoir of fish
Sant Ferran de Ses Roques
Stay at this vacation home in Formentera. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Es Pujols Beach and Playa Migjorn are located nearby. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
Clean and comfortable. An excellent location with no real need to hire a car.
"We made WhatsApp contact with the owner before the holiday. The owner met us at the port to take us to the property and showed us the local supermarkets and bike/car hire. Supermarkets are within easy walking distance. We had the whole ground floor, no one was living upstairs. The ground floor was ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2019

Sant Ferran De Ses Roques: Calm country house with garden and reservoir of fish
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
15 Oct 2019

Excellent island.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
3 Sep 2019

We love to visit Formentera. No place like it on earth...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
16 Jul 2019

Loved everything about Formentera but you do really need to hire a car/scooters.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
7 Jun 2019

The beaches and colour of the sea is amazing