Cala Jondal
Cala Jondal
Cala Jondal is an ultra-trendy spot not only for its beautiful landscape but also for its famous beach clubs and restaurants. The prominent Blue Marlin Ibiza, one of the most distinguished beach clubs in the island is located in the bay of Cala Jondal. This beach is the choice of the rich and famous, fashionistas, party people as well as the locals.
The landscape is charming and the ambiance is lively and glamorous, a perfect place to enjoy an alluring day at the beach.
Identity card:
Type: Pebbles Beach
This cove is an open landscape, surrounded by green hills, cliffs, pine trees and Sabina forest is located in the San José municipality and a favorite spot for the rich yacht owners.
Along the 300 meters in length and 25 in width of the bay, some parts are sandy, but the shore is a long stretch of white round pebbles called “codols” in Ibizan dialect. Access ramps are set down to reach the sparkling turquoise water for everybody including the disabled. Once you go into the sea, the sea floor is sandy with a little depth.
- Food
- Drinks
- Sunbeds
- Parasols
- Parking
- Showers
- Lifeguards
- Access for the disables
- Water sports
- Shops
How to get there:
Geo: 38°868585 N / 1°317497 E
Ibiza Island does not offer many options of public transportation to Cala Jondal. To get here you can rent a car or ride a taxi, the drivers know this spot really well, and scooter is an excellent alternative in the summer. Mind you, that walking or cycling is dangerous because the road in this area is narrow, lumpy and has curves.
Cala Jondal is around 17 kilometers from Dalt Vila and the Ibiza main port, the most central location in town.
Take the main road to the airport; in the last roundabout in front of the airport follow the signpost towards Cala Jondal, a few meters away after the entrance to Sa Caleta beach.
Did you know?
In the old times, before the touristic exploitation, the Ibizan people lived mainly from fishing. Cala Jondal was an exceptional cove, its open geography and the inclined outcrop made it unsuitable as a fishing port. In its vicinity, a few farming families lived together, taking advantage of the last bend of the plain that preceded the shore to cultivate cereals and the traditional fruit trees of Ibiza.
In 1980’s the Ibizan tourist demand increased, Es Jondal, however, began to popularize as a beach of boats. It was at that moment when the first beach restaurant opened its doors to offer meals and sunbeds to the crew who utilized the coast.
What to see:
Though there is not much to see in the cove of Platja Es Jondal, you can take a short walk to the nearby beach Sa Caleta or Es Bol Nou where you will find the most essential piece of the Island’s history the oldest Phoenician settlement from the eight-century B.C before Ibiza was discovered. It is on a red earth cliff from where you have a large landscape view and magnificent views of yachts anchored offshore.
What to do:
The beach restaurants Blue Marlin and Tropicana are your spots to do aside from enjoying the magical view in the cove and listening to the beautiful sound of the water hitting the pebbles or snorkeling.
The luxurious Blue Marlin hosts cool parties with top international DJs. Big names in the electronic music industry such as Pete Tong, Culoe de Song, Sven Väth, Marco Carola, Erick Morillo, Agoria and many more can play any afternoon. Be prepared to dance all afternoon and enjoy the elegant open space with a glass of champagne in your hand.
On the other side, Tropicana hosts tropical parties, live music; dancers invite you to move with the samba, salsa, and merengue rhythms. If you feel like having a massage, the side of the Tropicana Beach Club is a massage area.
Where to eat:
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin is one of the essential beach clubs in Ibiza. Since 2004, the restaurant and beach experience provides impeccable service, a unique ambiance, courtesy car, and taxi boat service. The menu offers a fusion of modern and Mediterranean cuisine, a sushi bar, fresh pasta, the best quality of meat and fish, design cocktails, fresh, natural juices. Every day, there is an international DJ sets on the terrace as well as Bali beds on the beach, a trendy boutique and more to complete your experience.
Address: Cala Jondal, s/n, 07800. Sant Josep, Illes Balears
Opening Hours: Every day from 10:00 to 02:00
Phone: +34 603 70 87 96
Tropicana
Tropicana is a place with a wide and various selections for every taste, from traditional cuisine and Ibizan seafood to the Mediterranean and international cuisine, as well as fresh salads, pasta dishes, sandwiches, burgers. Do not miss the paella and the cava. On the beach, enjoy a tropical sunbed where you can take a siesta after a sea bath. Some days Tropicana offers tropical parties with salsa bands and Brazilian shows.
Address: Cala Jondal, s/n, 07800. Sant Josep, Illes Balears
Opening Hours: Every day from 10:00 to 19:00
Phone: +34 971 80 26 40
Yemanjá
Yemanjá is part of the Blue Marlin family, but with Mediterranean vibes, the food, the landscape creates a relaxed atmosphere. Open all year; you can take a sun bathe on the terrace and enjoy a delicious lobster in the offseason. The cuisine uses local and seasonal products to prepare real food experiences.
Address: Cala Jondal, s/n, 07800. Sant Josep, Illes Balears
Opening Hours: Every day from 10:00 to 18:00
Phone: +34 971 18 74 81
What about drinks and hotels?
The three stupendous beach restaurants in Cala offer a vast selection of cocktail menu, fresh beer and sangria. The shopping options are attractive in the Blue Marlin and the Tropicana high fashion boutiques: bikinis, sandals, bags, sarongs, t-shirts, dresses, accessories.
Just 15 minutes away from Platja Es Jondal is Playa d’ en Bossa where there are numerous hotels to choose from to have a blissful holiday or rent a private villa to live the dream of Ibizan life.
Tips:
Having only three options to eat and drink in this cove, be prepared to spend more money than usual in these beach restaurants, as it is one of the most up market beaches on Ibiza. Alternatively, you can take your drinks and food to enjoy these relaxed and beautiful scenes.
Check the Ibizadvisor events calendar to experience this once in a lifetime crazy electronic music party in the Blue Marlin and party like a boss!
