Figueretas has a nice golden beach, bordered by a long boulevard with many bars and restaurants. Despite its urban setting, the beach offers a nice escape, though it can get lively during weekends. Beyond the beach, Figueretas is a gastronomic delight, offering authentic Ibizan dishes and a wide range of dining options. Adventure seekers can indulge in watersports, while history buffs can explore the walled old town of nearby Dalt Villa. Ibiza Town has shopping, dining, and vibrant nightlife just a short walk away.
Beaches
Playa de Figueretes is a large golden sand beach surrounded by a walking boulevard and an extensive selection of bars and restaurants. Even though this beach is located in a big city, you notice very little of it on the beach. However, it is also popular with the locals and sometimes can get a bit busy, especially at the weekends. The sea here is shallow and with few waves most days.
Where to stay in Figueretas
When choosing a location to stay in Figueretas, there are a few things to consider. Most likely, you will want to book near the beach for the best experience as some further back located accommodations are located in the busy part of Ibiza Town with some pretty heavy and loud traffic. While this might not be a problem for some, it does not have that holiday feel. Towards the North East of the beaches, there is also a pretty high hill. Most accommodations here offer great views, but going up and down can be troublesome for some because of all the stairs.
Here are the places you can book today and know for sure you made a great choice:
- One Ibiza Suites: Luxury option and great location for beach lovers
- Apartamentos Mar y Playa: For a beach holiday on a budget
- THB Los Molinos: Adults-only hotel with large gardens and pools
Things to do in Figueretas
- Watersports: You can do many watersports here, like paddleboarding, kayaking, parasailing and jet skiing.
- Local cuisine: With quite a few restaurants focusing on the local population in the city, it is a great place to try genuinely authentic dishes like “Bullit de Peix” (fish stew), “Ensaimadas” (Balearic pastry) or “Flao” (mint cheesecake).
- Ibiza Town: Just a 2 km walk away, you will find the capital of Ibiza with many shops, restaurants and nightlife.
- Dalt Villa: The historic walled old town for those who enjoy sightseeing and history is also nearby.
- Formentera: This nearby island can easily be reached on a day boat trip.
- Boat trips: If you want a change of scenery or to escape the beach on crowded days. You have several options. The nearby Playa den Bossa, with many beach clubs, is within walking distance or can be reached with the City Boat. On the other side, you have Talamanca beach, which can also be reached by City Boat. Talmanca has a more natural and often more relaxed setting.
- Nightlife: More about that lower on this page.
These are things you can do in or close to Figueretas. For a full list of things to see and do in Ibiza, have a look here.
Restaurants
For those who like to dine out, Figueretas is possibly one of the best places on the island of Ibiza. Not only do you find a vast selection of restaurants near the beachfront here, 2 km away, you also have Ibiza’s capital city and marina, where you find many more restaurants. With these areas combined, you can find something to everyone’s taste and budget, from simple typical Spanish restaurants offering fresh seafood and tapas to a mostly local crowd to fancy fusion upscale dining.
Nightlife
While you can start the night with chilled and laid-back cocktails or drinks near the beachfront in Figueretes, many other nightlife options are nearby.
- Most of the major clubs like Pacha’s, Ushuaia, Hi Ibiza, Amnesia and many more are located within 15 minutes by taxi from here.
- Also, Playa d’en Bossa, with some of the most active nightlife on the island is nearby.
- In nearby Ibiza Town, you will also find many music and lounge bars open till very early in the morning. These are ideal for having a drink before going clubbing.
Ibiza Airport to Figueretas
- Public transport (3.50 €/pp): Budget-friendly, but this route gets very busy and crowded during summer, and you might struggle to get on during peak times. Also, the bus stop is far from most of the hotels in Figueretas.
- Shuttle bus online (16.63 €/pp): The best and easiest way for solo travel.
- Taxi or minibus online (62.53 €): Pricey, but if you need child safety, see safety seats this is the only way. No waiting or losing time at the taxi stand at the airport during peak season. It is best to book the minibus option for those with a lot of luggage or travelling with more than 4.
- Taxi at the airport (16.00€): Base price for weekdays. During the evening or weekend, the price will be much higher. Roadworks, traffic jams or detours will also make it more expensive. Maximum 4 people and not child safety seats.
You can find more about the public transport options here and here you can book a taxi, shuttle or minibus online.
Figueretas: When to go
Figueretas is one of the few places that can be visited all year round in Ibiza because of the local population living in this area. This means that while many of the purely holiday destinations in Ibiza close down for winter, plenty of things will still be open in this area, but many hotels, restaurants and bars will also close during these months. The last weeks of May and the first weeks of October are ideal for budget deals, while June to September is best for those looking for beach weather and clubbing.
Is Figueretas the best holiday destination for you?
Figueretas is best for couples and solo travellers who like the idea of a holiday in a more urban setting but next to a stunning beach, with plenty of history, nightlife, restaurants and shops to explore nearby.
Those seeking a tranquil, secluded beach experience might find Figueretas too busy, especially on weekends. Travellers who prefer a quiet, remote location away from urban settings might want to look elsewhere. While families can come on holiday here, there are better places on the island for families, especially with small children.
Not sure if Figueretas is the best holiday destination for you? Then, find out where to stay in Ibiza here.
