Ibiza is teeming with amazing family-friendly locations and accommodation. Known as a playground for young and old alike, when coming with the kids, you are spoiled for choice.
Many regions on the island court family travellers. Santa Eulalia and Cala Vadella are perfect for a quieter family destination and cater to fun on the beach with water sports, toys and activities.
The others, Portinatx, San Antonio Bay and Cala Llonga add fun things like child-friendly bars with bouncy castles, slides and trampolines. In those resorts, dads and mums have cocktail specials; bingo and tribute acts abound and there are hotels and bars where you can catch the World Cup .
Whether you prefer an all-inclusive or a self-catering apartment, we have put together a list of our top picks for family-friendly accommodation around the island to make sure you have a splash on Ibiza this summer.
Head south - Cala Vadella and Cala Tarida
Hotel Playasol Cala Tarida
This Hotel Playasol Cala Tarida is just 100 metres from the stunning beach of Cala Tarida, an ideal location for family fun. Not only is this beach known for its gentle white sands and crystal-clear waters, it has loads of watersports and beach activities like Stand Up Paddle boarding. The hotel is all-inclusive and caters for all kinds of family. There's daily and nightly entertainment, a kids' pool plus active pursuits like ping pong, volleyball and tennis.
Puerto Cala Vadella Aparthotel
The stunning beachside setting of the Puerto Cala Vadella Aparthotel is amazing. You get self-catering facilities with many amenities on your doorstep, like a small supermarket, cash point and local restaurants. The sunny terrace and special kids' pool are for all ages. Recently renovated, it has a fresh, modern appearance and is steps from the sea.
Go West! San Antonio Bay
Hotel Playasol Riviera Ibiza
Peace, love, happiness and families! The Hotel Playasol Riviera Ibiza is set in San Antonio Bay and offers an all-inclusive service - making it easy to get away from it all. There are kids' and adults-only pools and being in the Bay, you get the stunning sunsets every night! You can wander up to the high street where bars are good for both kids and their parents and most have live entertainment daily.
If you want an apartment-style holiday, then sister establishment Apartamentos Playasol Riviera in the same complex offers a self-catering option but access to all the hotel has to offer.
Hotel Fiesta Milord
Located in San Antonio Bay, the Fiesta Milord, an all-inclusive family hotel has just finished a major refurbishment and will be re-opening this season. It has a kids' club and special daily, afternoon and evening kids' entertainers, including games, crafts and foam parties. The parents can lounge by the pool or hit the beach just steps from the hotel.
Back East - Santa Eulalia
Orquidea Aparthotel
With a huge pool, a special kids' pool and water fun area plus a big sun terrace for parents, the Orquidea Aparthotel is a super choice for great family holidays. Daytime activities keep the little ones occupied and there's even a mini disco just for kids. Its location right by the sea near Santa Eulalia offers beach fun and puts you in easy reach of shops and restaurants when you want to venture outside the complex.
Cala Llonga Playa Apartments
Set right by the golden sands of Cala Llonga beach, the Cala Llonga Playa Apartments are great for families. A pool with a kids' section as well as a playground and live entertainment keep the children busy and the bright lights and candy floss of the fun fair on the beach make a great night out for everyone.
Up north - Es Caná and Portinatx
azuLine Hotel Atlantic
Fun and frolics for all the family at the newly-renovated azuLine Hotel Atlantic in Es Caná. Kids can pretend to be pirates, whizz down slides and watch entertainers in the kids' zone. There's a peaceful adults' pool, games and sports' activities by day and shows at night. The well-equipped studios and apartments are great for all sizes of family and the place is just a 200-metre stroll from the beach. Relax or have a whole load of fun, the choice is yours.
Club Portinatx
The Club Hotel Portinatx has a stunning location above a small sandy cove in the Bay of Portinatx with marvellous views over the clear blue sea to the other beaches in the resort. The soft sand, crystal-clear waters and relative peace of the area make it a firm family favourite far from the hurly burly of Ibiza's famous night scene.
Zodiac Apartments
Right in the heart of the very family friendly northern region of Es Caná, the Zodiac Apartments complex has the sea on its front door and is built for families. These are self-catering and don't have their own pool, but are as close to on the beach as you can get. A quieter part of the island, it's perfect for lounging in the sun and taking a dip in the ocean or heading to the hippy market just down the road on Wednesdays.
AzuLine Club Cala Martina
A great way to have a family holiday is to pick this all-inclusive place where there are special kids' activities and sports to keep them entertained, whilst the adults can relax and get some time to themselves. Azuline Club Cala Martina is just the spot - with four pools, three different restaurants and buffets plus lively entertainment day and night!
