Ses Covetes & Sa Rapita Beach Guide: Quiet Sands by Es Trenc
Guide
Ses Covetes is the quieter, more local end of the south coast’s great white-sand strip, linking the famous Es Trenc with the Arenal de Sa Rapita. Fine pale sand, shallow turquoise water and a relaxed atmosphere make it a lovely, low-key alternative to its busier neighbour.
🏖️ Ses Covetes at a glance
Ses Covetes is a small village on the south coast, around four kilometres southeast of Sa Rapita, whose beach forms the link between Es Trenc and the Arenal de Sa Rapita. The sand is fine and white, the strip runs about 300 metres long and 20 to 25 metres wide, and the shallow water shimmers in the same turquoise shades that made Es Trenc famous. It is known for its calm, peaceful feel, drawing those who want the beauty of this coast without the crowds.
| Ses Covetes | Detail |
| Where | South coast, between Es Trenc and Sa Rapita |
| From Palma | around 50 minutes by car |
| Beach | about 300 m of fine white sand, shallow turquoise water |
| Vibe | quiet and local, calmer than Es Trenc |
| Best for | families, peaceful sunbathing, swimming |
| Facilities | beach bars, kiosk, sun loungers, free and shared parking |
📌 Quick answer: is Ses Covetes right for you?
Choose Ses Covetes if you want the white sand and turquoise water of Es Trenc with a calmer, more local feel and a few handy facilities. It is less suited to anyone wanting a big resort beach with full services, since it is a small, low-key spot.
- Best for: families, quieter sunbathing and swimming, a relaxed alternative to Es Trenc.
- Good to know: facilities are basic and parking fills up in summer, so arrive earlier in the day.
- Do not miss: a stroll along the sand into Es Trenc for the full sweep of this beautiful coast.
🌊 The beach and the water
Ses Covetes shares the magic of this coast: soft white sand and clear, shallow water in vivid turquoise, gently shelving so it is easy and safe for swimming. Being smaller and more local than Es Trenc, it tends to feel calmer, even in summer, and a short walk along the sand takes you straight into the wider Es Trenc beach. Behind the sand are dunes, shrubs and pines, and the area edges the protected Salobrar de Campos wetland, a haven for migratory birds.
🍽️ Facilities and access
For a quiet beach, the essentials are covered. There are beach bars and a kiosk serving local dishes, drinks and snacks, plus sun loungers and parasols to rent, and neighbouring Es Trenc adds toilets, lifeguards and accessible ramps a short walk away. There is some free parking at Ses Covetes itself, with the paid Es Trenc car park as a backup, from where it is an easy walk in to the sand.
🚗 Getting to Ses Covetes
Ses Covetes is on the south coast, around 50 minutes from Palma by car, which is the easiest way to reach it. Park free at Ses Covetes or in the shared Es Trenc car park and walk in. For wider travel see our guides to buses in Mallorca and taxis in Mallorca.
🛏️ Where to stay near Ses Covetes
The resort of Sa Rapita, the inland town of Campos and the south-coast resort of Colonia de Sant Jordi are the closest bases, with a relaxed mix of hotels, apartments and rural stays a short drive from the beach. Our guide to the best areas to stay helps you compare, and the best time to visit Mallorca guide flags the busiest weeks.
🏝️ Nearby beaches
Ses Covetes sits at the heart of the south coast’s best beaches. It runs straight into the wild white sands of Es Trenc, with the Arenal de Sa Rapita on the other side and the cliffs and cove of Cala Pi a short drive west.
Where is Ses Covetes?
Ses Covetes is a small village on Mallorca’s south coast, about four kilometres southeast of Sa Rapita. Its beach connects the famous Es Trenc with the Arenal de Sa Rapita, around 50 minutes from Palma.
What is Ses Covetes beach like?
It is a quiet stretch of fine white sand around 300 metres long and 20 to 25 metres wide, with shallow, shimmering turquoise water. It is effectively the western continuation of Es Trenc, but calmer and less crowded.
Does Ses Covetes have facilities?
Yes, basic ones. There are beach bars and a kiosk serving local dishes and drinks, plus sun loungers and parasols to rent, while neighbouring Es Trenc adds toilets, lifeguards and accessible ramps.
Is Ses Covetes good for families?
Yes. The fine sand and shallow, calm water suit children well, and the relaxed, low-key atmosphere makes it a more peaceful family choice than the big resorts.
How do you get to Ses Covetes and is there parking?
It is on the south coast, around 50 minutes from Palma by car. There is some free parking at Ses Covetes, and you can also use the paid car park shared with Es Trenc, then walk in along the sand.
