Guest Writer: Chrissy Albice is the host of ChrissyTravels.com
Planning a trip to the Balearic Islands in Spain? You must make a stop in the island of Formentera. It is a short 20-minute ferry ride from Ibiza and will host a vacation of serene peace and beauty you will not regret.
My first pick for a place to lay your head in Formentera is Hostal La Savina, but don’t let the name fool you. Even the most discriminative of princesses will not feel as if she’s in a hostel even for a minute.
Hostal La Savina is conveniently located within walking distance from the ferry port. Hull your bags from the ferry down the main street and you will find it on your right hand side.
Once you walk through the front lobby and into the lounge area facing the expansive view of the sea and boating harbor, you will know you have come to the right place. Settle in and get comfortable. You won’t want to leave.
The lounge, bar and dining area have a natural relaxing open-air atmosphere all facing unobstructed views of the sea. There is a restaurant and snack area serving anything from pizza to soup to fresh fish. You can enjoy a sun lounger on the beach just steps from the bar and restaurant to watch the popular sunsets. The hotel plays relaxing lounge music throughout and serves a generous buffet breakfast.
No need for a car. The island is flat and small enough to use a bicycle or motorbike. There are bicycle and motorbike rentals located next to the hostel and a grocery store conveniently across the street to fill up the refrigerator offered in the room. There are many other dining options within walking distance and the pristine beaches of Ses Salines are only a 15-minute bike ride away.
Prices can fluctuate between low, mid and peak seasons. Be sure to book a sea view room. All sea view rooms have balconies and a tranquil spill of lounge music billowing from the bar area located below. I was able to secure a sea view, single room with breakfast and wi-fi included at the end of May for 55 euro a night ($78).
Excellent value for money! This princess was very happy.
Where: Formentera, Spain in the Balearic Islands
Avgda Mediterrània, 22-40
07870 Formentera, Spain
+34 971 322 279
Price: 55 euro for a single during the month of May.