Formentera Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Es Pujols Beach which includes rocky coastline, general coastal views and swimming
Es Pujols Beach which includes rocky coastline, general coastal views and swimming
Es Pujols
Formentera showing general coastal views and a sunset
Formentera featuring a sunset, a bay or harbor and general coastal views

Discover this tiny Mediterranean paradise, awash with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water, where you'll enjoy the freedom and bright light radiated by this Balearic island.

Take advantage of the exclusiveholiday dealsto Formenterato take it easy on the smallest and best conserved island in the Balearic archipelago. You'll fall in love with the fascinating natural setting and feel how the stresses of daily life and seem like a distant memory, a far cry from crowded tourist resorts.

Get a cheap holiday deal to Formentera to discover this island paradise with white sandy coastline and transparent waters that will transport you to the Caribbean. Hire a bicycle and pedal around the island, discovering its numerous coves and beaches, such asCala Saona, considered Formentera's best beach due to its turquoise waters orSes Illetes, located in the Salinas natural park. Don't go home without exploring the highest points on the island, where you'll findLa Mola lighthouse, the oldest on the island, orCap de Barbaria lighthousewhere you will be captivated by unforgettable sunsets.

Formentera is the perfect destination for lovers of water sports like sailing,windsurfing,kite surfing and scuba diving. Its transparent, warm water makes diving one of the top activities on the island, so you won't want to missholiday deals to Formenterato get the chance to dive. In fact, there is no better way to discover the island's fascinating marine life, where the focal point are its Posidonia sea grass prairies, declared World Heritage. Afterwards, recharge with the island's excellent cuisine, where salt-preserved fish is one of the top dishes, and stroll through its markets offering local arts and crafts, which are an emblem of the island.

Sounds amazing, doesn't it? Just choose Formentera as a destination. Bear in mind the island doesn't have an airport so it can only be accessed by boat from Ibiza port. Once there, you can easily get cheap holidays to Formentera to travel by boat and enjoy an authentic day in paradise. Don't miss the chance!

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Where to stay in Formentera

Es Pujols

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
Punta Pedrera which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views

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 Playa Cavall d'en Borras.

La Savina
Hostal Lago Playa II

Hostal Lago Playa II

1 out of 5
Playa de Sa Roqueta, s/n Formentera Islas Baleares
Stay at this hostal in Formentera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Sa Roqueta Beach and Illa de ses Parres are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)
Great location and good facilities

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Hostal Lago Playa II
Hotel Riu Palace La Mola

Hotel Riu Palace La Mola

4 out of 5
Playa Migjorn 1 Formentera Formentera
Stay at this beach hotel in Formentera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Riu Palace La Mola
Blanco Hotel Formentera

Blanco Hotel Formentera

4 out of 5
Calle Fonoll Marí, 50 Formentera
Stay at this hotel in Formentera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Es Pujols Beach and Illa de ses Parres are ...
Blanco Hotel Formentera
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 Portu Saler

Apartamentos Portu Saler

3 out of 5
Carrer Punta Prima, 1 Formentera
Stay at this aparthotel in Formentera. Enjoy satellite TV channels, rainfall showerheads and housekeeping. Popular attractions Es Pujols Beach and Illa de ses ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
Very nice appartements in modern style. All staff were super friendly. The location directly to the beach and town centre is a major plus.

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2024

Apartamentos Portu Saler
Apartamentos Sabina Playa

Apartamentos Sabina Playa

2 out of 5
Avda. Mediterránea, 2 Formentera Formentera
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Formentera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions La Savina Port and Caló de s'Oli are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
Everything was great! The place was clean, comfortable, and well-located. Special thanks to Javier for being so accommodating and making my stay even better. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Apartamentos Sabina Playa
Apartamentos Castaví

Apartamentos Castaví

4 out of 5
C./ Espalmador 57 Formentera Formentera
Stay at this aparthotel in Formentera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
I’m not one to typically write reviews. But I was so disgraced by how rude the man was at check-in. I’ve never been made to feel so unwelcome! He was snappy and rude right away for no reason. The room itself was very underwhelming and the bedding consists of a sheet? The location is good but that’s ...

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Apartamentos Castaví
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

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Excellent island.

5/5 - Excellent

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The beaches and colour of the sea is amazing

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