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Cala Comte is two adjacent sandy beaches on Ibiza's south-west coast, in San José, with clear water and views of the Ponent islets.

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Why go

  • Sunset from Ponent beach, which faces west and is a popular spot for watching the sun go down
  • Snorkelling in calm, clear water at Tramontana beach, which faces north
  • The Ponent islets from the sand, with Sa Conillera, the largest islet of the Pitiusas, in view
  • Cala Escondida, a hidden cove offering more privacy, though access is harder than at the other beaches

Season and conditions

  • The car park on the cliff tops behind the headland is very busy in summer.
  • Shade is scarce, but the beaches have restaurants, bars, toilets and lifeguards, so bring your own cover.
  • Constant sea currents keep the shallow water clear, in blue and turquoise.

Safety

  • Lifeguards patrol the beaches during the summer months.

With kids

  • The water is shallow and calm, which suits children well.
  • The western side of the rocky headland is popular with families; the eastern side is an unofficial nudist spot.

Facilities

  • Toilets On the crown of the small headland.
  • Restaurant or café A restaurant on the headland, a bar-café on the two main beaches, and three more restaurants reachable on foot.
  • Car park On the cliff tops behind the headland, on the left just before the beaches.

History

Comte translates as 'count'. The name covers two adjacent beaches, Platja de Tramuntana and Platja de Ponent. In Catalan the beaches are called Platges de Comte, and in Spanish Cala Conta.

  1. 1234The name comes from Nuño Sánchez, Count of Sardinia and Roussillon.
  2. 2010Blue Flag award, one of fifteen beaches on the island at the time.

How to get there

  • CarTake the PM-803 from Sant Antoni, about 10 km away, following brown tourist signs toward San Agustín.
  • CarA well signposted drive also runs from the EI-700 road.
  • ParkingA large car park lies on the left just before Cala Comte, on the cliff tops.
  • BusBus line 4, run by TIB, runs from Sant Antoni to the beaches during the tourist season, and a frequent summer bus also runs from Ibiza town.
  • BoatRegular ferries run from the harbour at Sant Antoni to the beaches, and summer ferries also run from hotels along Sant Antoni Bay.

Accessibility

  • Small extra cove Reached only by steps cut into the rock.

Sources: Cala Comte - Wikipedia · Cala Comte - Wikipedia · checked 19 Oct 2026

Where
Carretera de Comte, Ibiza Balearic Islands

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Questions and answers

How do I get to Cala Comte by car?

Take the PM-803 from San Antonio Abad and follow the brown tourist signs toward San Agustín. A large car park lies on the left just before Cala Comte.

Is there a bus to Cala Comte from San Antonio Abad or Ibiza town?

Bus line 4, run by TIB, runs from San Antonio Abad to the beaches during the tourist season. A frequent summer bus also runs from Ibiza town.

Is Cala Comte suitable for children?

Yes. Families use the western side of the rocky headland, and the beaches are patrolled by lifeguards in summer.

Are there toilets and places to eat at Cala Comte?

Toilets, a restaurant and a shop are on the crown of the small headland. A bar-café on the two main beaches serves meals and cold drinks, and three more restaurants are within walking distance.

Where is Cala Comte on Ibiza?

Cala Comte is two adjacent beaches on Ibiza's south-west coast, in the San José municipality (Sant Josep de sa Talaia). It lies about 8 km west of Sant Agustí des Vedrà and about 10 km from San Antonio Abad.

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