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MENORCA TRAVEL GUIDE

Menorca (or Minorca ) is the second largest island of the Balearics and the less visited compared to Majorca and Ibiza , but it’s a perfect destination for a more quiet and relaxed holiday with a great number of amazing beaches to choose from.

This guide will tell and also show you with photos everything you need to know about planning your trip to Menorca, the best places to visit and things to do and also provide detailed maps and itinerary .

INTRODUCTION TO MENORCA (MINORCA)

Why shall you visit Menorca ?

Menorca is one of the less touristy islands of the Balearics with stunning beaches and some beautiful coastal scenery.

An ideal destination for a relaxed holiday in the sun , but also for people looking for something more adventurous or cultural, as it combines beach activities with hiking opportunities, archaeological sights , seaside villages and two beautiful main towns (Cuitadela & Mahon or Mao) .

It has a lot of prehistoric structures : the navetas, the defensive towers called talayots and the taulas (T-shaped structures).

It is an appealing green island, designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve , and over forty per cent of it enjoys official protection.

BEST TIME TO VISIT MENORCA

The tourist season starts from May to mid-October

For a beach holiday , the best time to visit the island of Menorca is between June and the end of August . It’s dry, sunny and hot. Also, most of the tourist amenities will only be open during these months.

However, I would avoid the very high season: mid-July to late August, as the island tends to get very crowded with most prices tend to be higher. Weather can also get very hot, with temperatures over 25°C. However, due to its refreshing sea breeze, it never gets too hot during the summer. 

May can be a bit cold to swim in the sea and sunbathe, but it is usually dry and sunny. September & October are considerably more cloudy and can be quite wet.

During the “winter season” most of the hotels, attractions, shops and restaurants, especially in the tourist resorts close in October and do not open until April.

For me, the best time to visit is June with more acceptable temperatures, fewer crowds and lower prices but still possible to swim in the sea.

HOW LONG TO STAY IN MENORCA

Menorca is quite a big island (about 690sqkm), so I would recommend staying on the island at least for 5 days to a full week if you would like to explore it and visit most of the sights at a relaxed pace. Despite its size, driving around the island is quite easy as it is mainly flat.

WHERE TO STAY IN MENORCA

There are many resorts on the island of Menorca where you can spend your holidays. Some of the main beach resorts in Menorca are Cala Galdana , Cala ‘n Bosch Cala ‘n Porter , Son Bou, Santo Tomas, Punta Prima , Arenal d’en Castell , Son Park and Cala en Blanes .

Great places to stay are also Ciutadella and Mahon , the two main towns on the island if you are not bothered by having a beach within walking distance and you prefer city life with plenty of choices for restaurants, bars and shopping. If you want to explore the island by public transport, Mahon or Ciutadella are also the best places to stay in Menorca without a car.

My recommendation is to stay in Cala Galdana as it has a beautiful setting within a horseshoe bay and a beautiful beach, a nice little marina and lots of bars and restaurants. There are also a lot of hotels and apartments to rent and it’s the best base to explore the neighbouring beaches on foot if you don’t have a car.

Cala ‘n Porter is a long-established resort on the south coast ideal for families because of the beach with shallow water. The resort is up on the hill overlooking the beach so it is a bit of a steep walk up.

Cala ‘n Bosch is one of the most popular purpose-built resorts close to Ciutadella, with lots of bars, restaurants and things to do for families and close to a nice beach.

Santo Tomas & Son Bou are another two popular resorts on the south coast with a long stretch of white sandy beaches.

Cala ‘n Blanes, north of Ciutadella is another resort popular with mainly British families. The beach is not one of the best.

Punta Prima & Binibeca are two popular resorts close to Mahon.

Son Park & Arena d’ en Castell are two alternative resorts on the north coast of Menorca.

Best hotels in Menorca

• ARTIEM Audax-Adults Only : This hotel is located at the resort of Cala Galdana, 2min walk from the beach. It offers an outdoor pool overlooking Cala Galdana Bay.
• Meliá Cala Galdana : This luxurious hotel is located on the beachfront of Cala Galdana Beach offering outdoor swimming pools and rooms with sea views.
• Hotel Cala Galdana & Apartamentos d’Aljandar : Another great hotel in Cala Galdana with an outdoor pool, only 3min walk from the beach.
• Hotel Playa Azul : This hotel is located on a cliff above Cala’n Porter Beach. It offers outdoor pools and sun terraces with fantastic sea views.
• Catalonia Mirador des Port : A great option in Mahon, this hotel offers beautiful views over Mahon Bay, 5min walk to the centre of town.
• Hotel Port Mahón : Another great hotel in Mahon, a 10min walk from the centre of town offering an outdoor pool and nice views overlooking the harbour.
• White Sands Beach Club By Diamond Resorts : It is situated in Arenal d’en Castell. Just 200 yards from the beach, this luxurious resort features a restaurant, a swimming pool and spacious apartments with balconies or terraces.
• Comitas Tramontana Park :  This aparthotel is close to Fornells Beach and has an outdoor swimming pool, a buffet restaurant and a gym. Suitable only if you have a car as Fornells main village is 3.5km away.
• Hotel Port Ciutadella : This hotel is located close to Platja Gran (a small beach) and 15min walk to the centre of Ciutadella.
• Barceló Hamilton Menorca Adults Only : A 4-star hotel at the nice seaside village of Es Castell offering great views towards Mahon Bay.
• Grupotel Tamariscos : This aparthotel is located in the resort of Cala ‘n Bosch, overlooking the beach.

Click here to check and compare prices on accommodation for the whole island.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Entry requirements/visa.

No visas are required for visits up to 90 days for most nationalities. You can check entry requirements on this website .

Menorca is a safe place and you shouldn’t come across any issues during your stay. However, it’s worth being vigilant in crowded places and tourist areas for any pickpockets or scammers.

Travel Insurance

It’s always recommended to get travel insurance before you travel even if a destination like Menorca shouldn’t pose any safety concerns. You never know what might happen; better to be fully covered in case of an accident or flight delays etc. SafetyWing is a great choice for long-term travellers and digital nomads. Alternatively, you can use one of the price comparison websites for cheaper quotes.

The climate in Menorca is Mediterranean , with mild winters and hot, sunny summers.

Summer (June to Sept) : Dry, sunny and hot. Average temperatures between 23 to 35 degrees. July is the hottest and driest month.

Autumn (mid-September to November) : It starts to get cloudier, colder and also rainier as the days progress. Average temperatures between 18 to 25 degrees.

Winter (December to mid-March) : It can get quite cold and windy and also rainy but very rarely snows. Average temperatures between 12 to 16 degrees. February is the coldest month.

Spring (mid-March to May) : It starts getting warmer and sunnier with average temperatures between 15 to 19 degrees.

You can check historical weather data here .

Internet/Mobile Phone

Arrivals from EU countries can enjoy free roaming.

If not part of the EU, you can buy a SIM card in one of the shops of either Orange , Vodafone or Movistar (the three main mobile providers).

Catalan is the main language as well as Menorquin, which is a local dialect of Catalan, but everybody speaks Spanish and various levels of English.

The currency is the euro. It’s worth having some cash with you as a lot of small shops and cafes or restaurants won’t accept cards. The best place to exchange some money is through an ATM that can be found in most villages. More tips about exchanging money can be found here .

Menorca is more expensive than mainland Spain and prices are higher during July and August, especially for accommodation. An average double room will cost 100 euros per night and a meal at a restaurant around 60 euros for 2 people.

The power plugs and sockets are of type C and F (with two round pins). The voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.

Packing List

If you visit in the summertime like most tourists, you won’t need to pack very much, mainly summer clothes & shoes , a hat , sunglasses , flip flops , the essential sunscreen and a swimming suit . However, I will recommend having a light summer jacket , as it can be quite chilly at night, especially in September and May when the wind blows.

For more information on travel gear and what to pack click here .

HOW TO GET THERE

Menorca-Mahon Airport is connected to many cities from mainland Spain all year round and also to the Island of Majorca with regular flights. During the summer season, the airport receives charter flights from many European countries.

For the best website to book your flights, check the link below. Always check prices in advance for the best deals.

Getting from/to the airport

The airport is located about 4km away from Mahon. Upon your arrival, you can rent a car (highly recommended) in one of the rental offices at the airport. The airport is the best place to book if you haven’t done it before you arrive.

There is a metered taxi service outside the terminal building. The journey to Mahon is about 10min and to Ciutadella about 40min.

There is also a daily bus service (15min trip) that connects the airport with Mahon City Center (Mahon Bus Station), every 30min, from 6am to midnight at high season. The bus stop is located at the ground level of the main terminal, outside arrivals. More information about the bus service can be found here .

There are ferries from the port of Barcelona to Ciutadella (10 sailings per week in high season & a 6h journey) and Mahon (7.5h journey).

Menorca is also connected with Majorca with fast and frequent ferries from Alcudia (a 1.5 to 2h journey to Ciutadella ). The ferry tickets can be quite expensive.

For a good website to book your ferry ticket that doesn’t charge admin fees, check the link below.

HOW TO GET AROUND

I would definitely recommend hiring a car if you would like to explore the island .

I always try and rent a car whenever I travel as it just gives you the freedom to plan your trip as you like it and stop wherever you like, as I usually do with too many photo stops along the way.

Car rental for a day is usually 40-60 euros in high season. There are car rental offices at the airport and in the main resorts of the island, but it’s always better to book in advance before your travel for the best deals. Also in high season, there might be low availability and the prices can be much higher if you leave it until you arrive. Check the link below to book and compare car rental prices.

Be aware that during July and August, parking at the most popular beaches can be an issue because of the limited spaces.

By Scooter/Motorbike

A cheaper alternative to the car is renting a scooter or motorbike if you are comfortable with it, but you need to be more cautious on the road. The big advantage of renting a motorbike is that there will be no need to worry about parking.

There are taxi stands in most towns. There are only licensed taxis in Menorca, painted white and use meters; no private taxi companies or Uber. Taxis have fixed rates for longer distances and are considerably more expensive compared with bus service.

Indicative fares of taxi routes :

• Airport to Mahon €15
• Airport to Ciutadella €55
• Airport to Cala Galdana: €45
• Airport to Fornells: €40

Bus Network in Menorca connects the main towns and villages as well as some of the beach resorts, but only in the summer season. It is run by three different companies operating in different areas of the island (TMSA, Torres & Autos Fornells). Travelling by bus is a cheap alternative and it is quite comfortable but appropriate planning is needed. More information regarding bus routes, timetables and prices can be found on the following websites:

• Autos Fornells

WHAT TO EAT & DRINK

Best places to go for a meal are Ciutadella and Mahon for the best choices in a beautiful setting. For good seafood restaurants by the sea, you can also visit Port de Fornells, the best place to taste caldereta de llagosta. Below you can find a sample list of some of the best restaurants and bars in Menorca. For more information and reviews of restaurants on the island, you can check TripAdvisor .

Nightlife in Menorca is low-key compared with the neighbouring islands of Majorca and Ibiza but there are still some nice bars to enjoy a drink, especially by the sea.

Best restaurants & bars in Menorca

• Restaurant Cafè Balear : Best seafood restaurant in Ciutadella. Very busy.
• Ulisses: Located in the centre of Ciutadella for great tapas
• Restaurante El Rais : One of the best portside restaurants in Mahon
• Es Moli d’es Raco: Traditional menorcan food in Es Mercadal
• El Pescador : Seafood seaside restaurant at Fornells
• Cova d’en Xoroi: Menorca’s most popular bar built in a cave on a cliff overlooking the sea . One of the few nightclubs in Menorca
• El Mirador in Placa d’Espanya : A nice bar by the walls above the harbour offering views of Mahon bay.
• Sa Falua: A nice bar on Mahon waterfront for cocktails

You can check the location of these restaurants on this map .

Local Specialities

• The island’s signature dish: caldereta de llagosta or lobster stew
• Fish & Seafood
• Sípia amb fesols (Cuttlefish with peas)
• Albergínies al forn (stuffed aubergines)
• Sobrassada (cured sausage)
• Local gin from the Xoriguer   distillery (produced since the British Occupation)
• Pomada (gin and cloudy lemonade)
• More information about the best spanish dishes you can find here

BEST THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN MENORCA

• Swim and relax on one of the best beaches on the island
• Explore the two pretty towns of Ciutadella and Mahon
• Admire the views from Monte Toro
• Visit some of the traditional fishing villages: Binibeca Vell, Fornells and Es Castell
• Take a boat trip to Mahon Harbour
• Visit some of the prehistoric monuments
• S’Albufera d’es Grau
• Visit one of the Lighthouses of Menorca
• Cova d’ en Xoroi
• Visit one of the military fortresses of Menorca
• Visit some of the museums of Menorca
• Líthica, Pedreres de s’Hostal
• Visit the Xoriguer Gin Distillery

BEST TOWNS & VILLAGES IN MENORCA

• CIUTADELLA DE MENORCA
• MAHON (MAO)
• FORNELLS PORT
• BINIBECA VELL
• ES MERCADAL

BEST BEACHES IN MENORCA

Menorca has some amazing beaches to choose from. The most popular beaches are on the south coast of the island, mainly small white sandy coves with crystal clear turquoise waters.

I recommend visiting at least the two popular beaches on the south coast Cala Galdana & Cala ‘n Porter and two of the best coves Cala Macarella and Cala Mitjana.

Do not forget to visit some of the equally beautiful beaches on the north coast like Cala Pregonda and Platja de Cavalleria with the amazing red cliffs.

Below is a list of the 30 best beaches on the island.

• Cala Galdana
• Cala en Porter
• Cala Mitjana & Mitjaneta
• Cala Macarella & Macarelleta
• Cavalleria Beaches
• Cala Pregonda
• Platja de Son Bou
• Platja Arenal d’en Castell
• Platjes de Son Saura
• Cala en Turqueta
• Playa des Talaier
• Arenal Son Saura
• Santo Thomas
• Cala Trebalúger
• Platja de Binigaus
• Cala Escorxada
• Punta Prima
• Playas de Fornells
• Cala del Pillar
• Platja Sa Mesquida
• Platja Es Grau
• Cala Algaiarens
• Cala Binibeca
• Cala en Bosc & Platja de Son Xoriguer
• Cala Presili
• Cala en Blaines
• Cala Morell

MENORCA TOURIST MAP

You can click on the map below for the location of the best sights, restaurants & hotels, as well as the best villages and beaches to visit in Menorca.

PHOTOGRAPHY

You can check the best photographs and slideshows from the island of Menorca here .

Here is a list of the best viewpoint locations on the island where you enjoy great views .

• Mirador Cim del Toro
• Mirador Sa Punta (Cala Galdana)
• Mirador of Cala Galdana
• Mirador Cala en Porter
• Mirador Del Passeig Maratim
• Mirador puerto Ciutadella
• Mirador Sa Albufera des Grau
• Arena d’ en Castel Mirador
• Mirador Arenal d’en Castell
• Mirador Cala Trebaluger
• View of Playas de Fornells
• Fornelles Tower fortress.

You can check these viewpoints locations and the best photo spots on the island in the following map .

There are lots of centres for watersport s and other activities on the island for the more adventurous.

F ornells is probably the best place as there are two dive centres and a surf centre.

Kayaking is quite popular and kayaks can be rented on the following beaches:

• Es Grau: From there one can reach Illa d’en Colom, a small island 200 meters from the mainland and its beaches.
• Cala en Porter: Cales Coves can be reached from there
• Cala Galdana: Plenty of caves and some of the most famous beaches of Menorca can be reached from there.

Horse riding

Menorca a Cavall is a company that offers horse riding excursions to different beaches and locations around the island. The farm is located near the town of Ferreries.

There are numerous hiking trails but the most famous one is Camí de Cavalls .

This is an ancient path of 185km that encircles the whole island of Menorca. You can also cycle part of the route or even horse ride.

Activities for kids

Lloc de Menorca is a small zoo where you can enjoy a variety of animals between native breeds and exotic species. Open from April to October (10am to 6pm) with a general price for adults of €14 & €9 for kids. It is located between Alaior and Mahon.

Splash Sur Menorca is probably the best water park in Menorca, located in Punta Prima. Price for adults €23.

Aqua Centre is another water park situated in Cala en Blanes, north of Ciutadella. Great for smaller kids, but a bit overpriced for what’s on offer. Price for adults €22.

Wine Tasting

Bodegas Binifadet : The winery is located near Sant Lluis and offers wine-tasting tours. The experience lasts for about an hour and includes strolling through the vineyards, a visit to the winery to see all the stages of production of the wines from harvesting to bottling and finally wine tasting. Price of tour: €12. The restaurant is really nice too where you can enjoy dinner and wine in a beautiful location.

EXCURSIONS & TOURS

• Boat tour of Mahon Harbour

This is a good 1h tour of the Mahon harbour offering some great views of the surrounding coastline and the town of Mahon.

There are two companies ( Yellow catamarans & Rutas Maritimas de la Cruz ) offering cruises around the harbour at €13.5 per adult.

During the trip, you can listen to a commentary in English on the history and points of interest of the Port of Mahon and Menorca, but there are no stops during the trip.

Boat tour along the coast of Menorca

This is a very good way of seeing the non so easily accessible beaches of the south coast. The best tours on offer are the ones below:

• Half-Day Boat Tour along the South Coast of Menorca : This tour starts from Cala ‘n Bosch (€35 per adult & 3.5h duration).
• Half-Day Boat Excursion 6-8 South beaches of Menorca : This tour starts from Cala Galdana (€70 & 3.5h duration)

Ferry trip to Majorca

If you have plenty of time on the island, you can take the ferry from Ciutadella to Alcudia (1.5h to 2h journey) in neighbouring Majorca and enjoy this beautiful coastal resort.

Difficult to be done as a day trip, but it’s definitely worth visiting Majorca as part of a longer trip.

More information about excursions & tours in Menorca can be found here .

SUGGESTED ITINERARY

It is worth staying on the island for at least 5 to 7 days if you want to explore it. The following itinerary includes things to do for 6 days on the island, but if you have more time to spend, you can change this itinerary to allow a more relaxed pace. I have taken Cala Galdana as a base & overnight stay for the duration of the holiday; this itinerary might work slightly differently if you stay in other parts of the island.

• Hike to Cala Mitjana from Cala Galdana (15min walk) & enjoy a swim in this beautiful cove
• Optional: Continue to Cala Trebaluger (another 20min walk)
• A quick visit to Ferreries village
• Visit Naveta de Tudons
• Drive to Cala Morell for a photo stop
• Visit Ciutadella & walk the narrow streets of the old town
• Evening stroll at beautiful Ciutadella harbour & dinner
• Back to Cala Galdana
• Total drive time: 1.5h
• Quick visit of Es Mercadal
• Drive up to Monte Toro to enjoy the views
• Visit Far de Cavalleria for a walk around the lighthouse
• Swim in the scenic Cavalleria Beach
• Hike to Cala Pregonda for another swim in this beautiful setting
• Photo stop at Playa de Fornells
• Evening stroll and meal at Fornells port
• Total drive time: 2h
• Hike to Macarella & Macareletta for a swim
• Optional: Poblat talaiòtic de Talatí de Dalt
• Visit Binibeca Vell
• Optional: Bodegas Binifadet winery
• Evening walk and meal at Mahon
• Total drive time: 1h 45min
• A quick visit to Alaior
• Visit the historic site of Torre d’en Galmes
• Swim in Son Bou
• Optional: Torralba d’en Salort
• Cala en Porter for another swim or kayaking
• Cova d’en Xoroi for a drink while enjoying the sunset
• Go to Arena d’ en Castell or Son Saura for a swim
• Drive to Far de Favàritx for a walk to the lighthouse
• Stop to enjoy the view at the Mirador Sa Albufera des Grau
• Visit Es Grau for some kayaking
• Drive to Mola Fortress for a visit
• Evening stroll and meal at Es Castell
• Total drive time: 2.5h
• Visit Cala en Bosc & take a boat tour along the south coast of the island (3.5h)
• OR take a boat tour from Cala Galdana (3.5h)
• Enjoy your last day relaxing at Cala Galdana

You can find the driving routes for the above itinerary on the flowing clickable map.

VIRTUAL TOUR

Check the following video slideshow to get further inspiration to visit Menorca 🙂

THINGS TO BUY

The best destination for souvenir shopping is either Mahon or Ciutadella with lots of souvenir shops as well as shops with handmade crafts and typical menorcan products.

A unique souvenir to buy is a pair of avarques, a typical sandal from Menorca exported around the world. S’Avarca de Menorca in Mahon has a wide selection and the most unique designs.

Queso de Mahón (Mahon cheese) or sobrassada (cured sausage) can be bought in the markets of Mahon.

FURTHER READING

You can check the following posts :

• Menorca Beaches & Resorts
• Town & Villages of Menorca
• Best things to do in Menorca

Other useful websites for more information about Menorca:

• Menorca Island : The official tourist website of Menorca
• MyMenorca : The most detailed independent website about Menorca

Some good travel guides to buy before your visit Menorca:

• Insight Guides Pocket Menorca : Compact, concise, and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What to Do. The cheapest pocket guide for Menorca.
• Menorca Marco Polo Pocket Travel Guide : Another affordable option. Explore Menorca with this handy, pocket-sized guide, packed with Insider Tips
• The Rough Guide to Mallorca & Menorca : This comprehensive guide also includes information about Majorca.

TRAVEL RESOURCES

• Flights : I always use Skyscanner as my first choice as it’s so easy to use and you can search best deals by month. Momondo is another very good search engine as well as Google Flights .
• Accommodation : I always use Booking.com as my first choice, as it offers a great choice of accommodation at affordable prices and it’s so easy to use. TripAdvisor and Trivago are the best search engines to check deals from different websites; however not as good for checking the actual properties & rooms. Airbnb is a great alternative to find out homes and apartments to rent by real homeowners.
• Ferries : Ferryhopper is one of the best websites to check ferry schedules and buy the cheapest ferry tickets.
• Car Rental : I always check Skyscanner for the cheapest car rental options.
• Public Transport : There are 3 different companies with their own website for checking public transport in Menorca: TMSA , Autos Fornells & Torres .
• Day Trips & Tours : Viator provides the most comprehensive list of day trips and you can book directly with them. TripAdvisor is also a great place to search for tours & activities to do.
• Travel Insurance : SafetyWing is a great choice for long-term travellers and digital nomads. Alternatively, you can use one of the price comparison websites for cheaper quotes.

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Where to Stay in Menorca: 14 Best Areas

Not sure where to stay in Menorca ? This guide is for you!! We know it can be difficult for first timers to narrow down the best places to stay in Menorca. We’ve detailed some of the best areas. Keep reading!!

Menorca , or Minorca, could be one of the last unspoiled paradises in the Western half of the Mediterranean Sea. Boasting shallow beaches that gently shelve and a color palette that varies from bright turquoise to a dreamy deep blue , much of the coastline of Menorca could vie with a Caribbean or South Pacific paradise island.

Even better news for people in Europe, this little piece of heaven on earth lies in a 2.5 hour flight range from the most populous cities on the continent.

Even though it is a small island of the Bal earic Islands , Menorca boasts a greater number of beaches than all of the other sister islands combined. The hardest thing about the island is to decide the best areas to stay in Menorca, which offers so many good choices.

The island is a nature lover’s paradise. In 1993, it received the coveted designation of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve . Since then, this island has gained a much deserved reputation as a paradise for nature lovers. During the months of the spring, its many rural meadows shows a panorama of beautiful wild flowers.

One of the great delights of the island is its 116 mile ring road that skirts the entire island coast. This Cami de Cavalls proves to be an ancient coast road encircling the whole island. As such, it provides access today to the remotest beaches, secluded spots of natural beauty, and sharply plunging cliffs en route.

The inhabitants originally created this road to give them effective access from one watchtower to the next so that the locals could be guarded from sudden pirate raids and bloody seaborne invasions. After having been closed down for 400 years, this historical route of extraordinary beauty became reopened back in 2011.

The island boasts more then simply secluded unspoiled beaches and nature . Menorca offers visitors its renowned reputation for being a welcoming family friendly destination.

You can even travel throughout the countryside on horseback, enjoy a trip across Mahon’s harbor riding in a glass bottomed boat, or take in the water slides found at the Aqua Center in the western part of the island near Ciutadella.

For wilder interests there is a wide range of exciting activities including mountain biking, stand up paddle boarding, trekking, snorkeling, kayaking, and bird watching.

The island boasts two historic cities: the original capital Ciutadella and newer capital Mahon . Current capital Mahon (since 1721) boasts the second biggest natural harbor in Europe.

Table of Contents

With so many wonderful, unspoiled attractions here, the biggest challenge is to decide where to stay in Minorca .

Not surprisingly, there are more than a dozen great choices for where to stay in Menorca, ranging from sophisticated, historic cities like Mahon or Ciutadella to outstanding natural beauty coastal resort areas . In the rest of this article, we will look at the many exciting best places to stay in Menorca.

1. Mahon, where to stay in Menorca for shopping

Mahón, also called Mao, boasts a singular attraction in its harbor, among the biggest natural harbors anywhere on earth (and the second largest in Europe ). It was designated the island’s capital in 1721 after it took over the longstanding tradition from Ciutadella.

Today Mao’s port has a vibrancy and buzz by day that only truly comes to life at night. There are a range of smaller clubs and bars that rock the night away.

Music lovers will find musical and jazz concerts around the year in several venues such as the Es Freginald Park and the Claustre del Carme. The summer festival offers opera weeks on a regular basis from May through December.

Mao also has an impressive church well worth seeing. This is the Santa Maria which dominates the main square. Its star attraction remains the impressive organ that contains more than 3,000 individual pipes .

Tourists love the mostly traffic free walking town complete with trendy boutiques , cake shops, pottery shops, and leather shops, as well as purveyors of fresh fish and other foods for those choosing to self cater.

The old convent building boasts a fresh market during two days per week. You can also enjoy a wide range of concerts and other musical events in the convent building.

On the northern side of Mahon’s harbor is the fortress La Mola de Menorca. This attraction is definitely worthy of your time. It contains the enormous Vickers Gun, long tunnels that you can explore, and a number of fantastic photo opportunities, making it a must-see attraction when you are staying in (or even just day tripping to) Mahon.

A water taxi or a tour will take you across the beautiful harbor from the port of Mahon over to La Mola, from where you can enjoy fantastic views of the harbor from a unique perspective.

Mao offers a range of different accommodation choices . These vary from little family run hostels hidden in the countless historic backstreets on up to four star luxury hotels that boast staggering views over the harbor and island.

If you are looking for where to stay in Menorca, you will be spoiled for choice in Mahon. Clearly it offers some of the best places to stay in Menorca.

Best Places to Stay in Mahon

• ($$$) Jardí de Ses Bruixes Boutique Hotel
• ($$) Seth Port Mahón
• ($) Hostal La Isla

2. Punta Prima, where to stay in Menorca for families

To the southeast side of the island lies Punta Prima. At around 15-20 minutes drive from the island’s only airport, Punta Prima proves to be a well-established mixture of villas and residential styled resorts . They also have five good hotels that cater to the lovers of packaged holidays.

Punta Prima has the advantage of lying in the so-called golden triangle of the southeast of this island. This means that there are many surrounding towns and villages that will keep you busy with choices of places to explore.

Beach lovers will enjoy the superior deep beach that offers something for everyone. To the right side of the beach is a special little beach reserved for families with little children.

This includes a no cost toddler’s area to play, with swings, slides, and climbing equipment located close to the beach’s parking lot. There is an even bigger children’s playing center containing all they could ask for nearby as well.

In the area hotels of Punta Prima, some nightlife entertainment is found. You can partake of it (if you are not actually staying at one of the hotels) for the price of a few drinks. Serious party-goers should head to Mahon.

Best Places to Stay in Punta Prima

• ($$$) Insotel Punta Prima Prestige Suites & Spa
• ($$) Occidental Menorca
• ($) Hotel Xaloc Playa

3. Binibeca, where to stay in Menorca in a villa

Binibeca is one of the best places to stay in Menorca . A place that has not yet been overrun by the package holiday catering firms on Menorca is the south east corner’s Binibeca. This location is framed by beaches and rocky coves both along the west and the east.

This is an area of rental villas which locals own and cheerfully rent out to discriminating tourists. It allows for quality holidays in a truly unspoiled and peaceful environment.

To fully enjoy this area, you will want to rent a car, since the local area’s public transportation leaves much to be desired. A mini fun train runs to the more built up Punta Prima throughout the course of each day and there is a regular bus line that connects with Sant Lluís and Mahon.

The beautiful beach of Binibeca is one of the town’s great attractions. This lies a short walk off of the main road across sand dunes and through trees. Here there are golden sands and shallow waters that provide water sports equipment and amenities you can rent.

Just east of Binibeca lies Cala Torret , a small development that is traffic-free. It is made up of low lying apartments, restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops. Supermarkets here carry items that are made in England.

It only takes a few minutes to get here from Binibeca Beach. West of Binibeca is the Pueblo de Pescadores , where the island is recreating a traditional Mediterranean styled fishing village .

Best Places to Stay in Binibeca

• ($$) Menorca Binibeca by Pierre & Vacances Premium Adults Only
• ($$) BiniRE
• ($) Binivell Park – Caliu apartments

4. Cala en Porter, great beach and lively area

Cala en Porter gives you the combination of a beautiful powder white sandy beach on which you can relax while you enjoy couples-centered water activities by day and good places to eat out at and get a drink at by night .

Cala en Porter is one of the most lively places in the island. It is one of the favourite places to stay in Menorca amongst British tourists .

This is the home of the island’s most iconic bar where you can enjoy a sunset coupled with night out at Cova D’en Xoroi . This bar has terraces literally hanging off of a rocky cliff that overlooks the Mediterranean.

This is among the most frequently photographed clubs in all of the Balearic Islands. Besides an amazing location that is completely unique (the bar backs into caves ), the terraces overlook the stunning sea below the cliffs .

There is no better location from which to enjoy a drink while taking in an incredible sunset and listening to live dance music afterward.

Best Places to Stay in Cala en Porter

• ($$$) Torralbenc, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
• ($$) Osprey Menorca Hotel
• ($) Aparthotel Nelva Resort

5. Son Bou, great for families and water sports

Midway down the south of Menorca lies Son Bou. This town boasts a two kilometers long golden sandy beach that is perfect for sun bathers, young families with small children, and lovers of water sports.

A few cafes and beach bars line the beach along with plenty of umbrellas and sunbeds that you can rent. There is a commercial center along the eastern side of the beach that is open all day to for provide the daily needs of tourists. Here you can find a range of eateries and bars that work for all types of budgets.

Son Bou has two large hotels plus many rental villas and apartments . In summer, you can enjoy live entertainment that includes live bands and karaoke nights.

Son Bou’s other appeal is it lies a short distance away from the prehistoric village Torre d’en Gaumes . This Talayotic settlement was lived in for more than a thousand years. There is a reasonable admission charge that goes to preserve the island’s local history.

Son Bou is o ne of the best places to stay in Menorca no matter what kind of tourist you are. It has everything you need for a perfect holiday.

Best Hotels to Stay in Son Bou

• ($$$) Royal Son Bou Family Club
• ($$) Valentin Son Bou
• ($) Sol Milanos Pingüinos

6. Santo Tomás, where to stay in Menorca for absolute relax

For those in search of less active resorts that are more self contained holidays, Santo Tomás fits the bill nicely. It boasts a holiday resort made of mixed commercial and private villas near the entrance of the resort.

Farther up the hill there are seven hotels that cater to the couples and families who feel more comfortable with packaged tour holidays.

The resort town offers scenic but relaxed surroundings (whether in an apartment or villa or hotel room). This is definitely not the best area to stay in Menorca for those who love non-stop nightlife.

The beach does rent out a variety of water sports equipment. The resort offers beautiful surrounding countryside to take in too. The hillside is covered with natural pine forests . This natural area of Es Migjorn surrounds Santo Tomás.

The hilly countryside is perfect for off track cyclists and walkers alike.

The western sides of the resort are where the private villas for rent are found. These provide fantastic sea views for independent minded visitors.

With only a single road leading in or out of Santo Tomás, day trippers steer clear of it generally, leaving it to the few residents and the seasonal holiday makers.

Outside of summer season it is very quiet and completely relaxing , when the hotels close down and only the private villas are available to rent.

Best Places to Stay in Menorca in Santo Tomas

• ($$$) Villa Le Blanc, a Gran Meliá Hotel – The Leading Hotels of The World
• ($$) Seth 55 Santo Tomas
• ($$) Seth Santo Tomás

7. Cala Galdana, one of the most beautiful beaches

Entirely given over to tourism, Cala Galdana lies in the Ferriers area. This resort claims the spot of among the most beautiful bays in Menorca . With a shallow and protected water beach, the place is ideal for families who have smaller children.

The entire family will find this beach well-equipped with activities and services suitable to entertain all ages. For families with children, this is definitely among the best places to stay in Menorca.

Besides the beach, Cala Galdana offers fantastic natural surroundings. An enjoyable pine forest is but a few minutes south of the bay. Here are among the most photogenic beaches in all of the Balearic Islands. You will not want to miss Cala Mitjaneta, Cala Mitjana, and Trebaluger beaches .

Best Places to Stay in Cala Galdana

• ($$$) Meliá Cala Galdana
• ($$) Artiem Audax – Adults Only
• ($) Ilunion Menorca

8. Ciutadella, where to stay in Menorca for nightlife

The history of Ciutadella dates on back to the Roman days. The Contramurada Wall rings the town even today. This is where the town’s original walls would have stood. An ideal place to start if you want to study the island’s history.

Ciutadella also offers fantastic restaurants by the port . An excellent choice to accompany any meal here is a Pomada. This intensely refreshing drink comes from the cult drink of Menorca, Gin Xoriguer mixed in with lemonade .

If you are here in July or August, you can take in the showcase of classical concert styled artists in the Summer Music Festival . The local Capella Davidica folk group from Menorca is also highlighted at this festival.

Because Ciutadella remains the Menorcan religious center, you can see the beautiful little cathedral of the Plaza de Pio XII . This town is imminently walkable, with the most enjoyable way to take in both cathedral and other attractions being by foot.

You can spend hours wandering happily down narrow streets where you can mix with the local inhabitants as they partake of their daily lives. Avenida Negrete is sidelined by palm trees. It makes a lovely stroll before you walk into Plaza de Los Pinos and end in Plaza Borne Ciudadela next to the town’s hall.

This town hall building is an attraction all by itself. The walkway here provides phenomenal views of the appealing marina waiting below in what is among the smallest harbors in Europe.

Smaller hotels and family run hostels would comprise most of the accommodation in Ciutadella. Bigger hotels can be found in the nearby beach areas. Ciutadella city and its surroundings is the most touristic area in Menorca .

Best Hotels to Stay in Ciutadella

• ($$$) Hotel Can Faustino Relais & Chateaux
• ($$) Seth Port Ciutadella
• ($) Hostal Menurka

9. Cala Blanca, nice beach area

Found on the West Coast of Menorca around five kilometers to the south of Ciutadella, Cala Blanca lies a good 40 minutes from the airport.

This resort fronts a turquoise inlet ending in the Cala Santandria Beach , while its other side abuts to the beach Playa Cala Blanca .

All accommodations in this resort town are in close proximity to one of these two beaches. West coast resorts like the ones found here are better to reach using transfers instead of taxis, as the high priced taxis here run from 60 to 70 euros only riding one way from the airport.

Best Places to Stay in Menorca in Cala Blanca

• ($$) Globales Mediterrani
• ($$) Globales Cala Blanca
• ($) Apartamentos Blancala

10. Cala en Bosch, great for couples and families

Cala en Bosch boasts beautiful crystal clear waters and powdery white sand coupled with all the needed amenities for an upbeat holiday. Local Menorcans also refer to this area as Cala’n Bosch.

It is something unusual in Menorca, a modern styled resort town found on the far south west coast of the island, located about 10 kilometers to the south of Ciutadella or 56 kilometers to the west of Mahon and the island’s international airport.

This ever increasingly popular resort town has a stunning harbor that draws in locals and visitors alike in evenings. Here you can take in an enjoyable fresh seafood meal and the marina’s lively atmosphere. Stalls set up and sell authentic local crafts and arts here as well.

If you are feeling too lazy to walk, you can explore the rest of the town on a mini fun train that traverses the resort town and also goes to the neighboring resort district of Son Xoriguer.

This town provides every facility and amenity you would want to make your holiday enjoyable. This means you have restaurants, bars, banks, pharmacies, and little supermarkets here. If you require a more significant grocery store or bigger shop, you would want to go into the nearest bigger town of Ciutadella.

The resort and beach run into neighboring Son Xoriguer. Both are justifiably famous for being excellent family friendly destinations on Menorca.

With beaches at Cala’n Bosch and Son Xoriguer that are worthy of dying for, some of the most crystal clear waters you will ever experience, and a pure white sand beach, you also get great facilities and fantastic water sports .

Both beaches boats water sports companies providing windsurfing and sailing equipment (and lessons) you can hire, canoeing, water skiing, and even catamaran sailing.

In the marina you find most of the restaurants and bars. You can choose from incredible fresh seafood to take away foods and snacks. This is definitely the home of bigger hotels in terms of local accommodation.

Best Hotels to Stay in Cala en Bosch

• ($$$) Lago Resort Menorca – Suites del Lago Adults Only
• ($$) Valentin Star Menorca- Adults Only
• ($$) Carema Beach Menorca

11. Son Xoriguer, where to stay in Menorca in a luxurious resort

The other resort on the South West tip of Menorca lying next to Cala en Bosh is Son Xoriguer. It has incredible views across to neighboring island Majorca and is only 10 kilometers to the south of the beautiful historic old city Ciutadella.

For the quiet island of Menorca, Son Xoriguer proves to be a livelier resort town . Its nightlife and atmospheric hub is at the yacht marina . Here you will find many restaurants and bars lying along the marina, where you can watch as the boats come in and go out, in no particular hurry.

There is also a little selection of vendor stalls and shops open in the evenings to browse once you have finished lying on the sandy beaches all day. The resort town offers a glass bottomed boat day trip.

You can hop into Ciutadella in 15 to 20 minutes . Thanks to a last late bus service offering of 12:15 pm from Ciutadella, you can spend a long evening there if you wish before returning to the resorts.

Son Xoriguer and neighboring Cala en Bosch were only constructed in the 1980’s as purpose-built modern resorts . This makes them among a relative handful of such resorts (anywhere on Menorca) that was custom built for the purposes of tourism.

It is why it boasts more touristic attractions than the other island resorts and proves to be a livelier spot where to stay in Menorca . Son Xoriquer also claims the greatest concentrations of both aparthotels and hotels in Menorca. This also makes it both seasonal and not at all authentic Menorca.

For those who want to be close to the modern tourist conveniences but not in the middle of the noisy action, there are quieter apartments and villas for rent nearby in the Cap D’artrux area that is an easy 10 to 20 minutes walk from the resort town’s marina.

This town boasts its own beach that runs into neighboring Cala en Bosch beach. The Son Xoriguer beach lies surrounding the headland while Cala en Bosch’s beach lies next to the marina. The whole town boasts a wide range of resort accommodations ranging from higher end to more budget friendly .

Best Hotels to Stay in Son Xoriguer

• ($$$) La Quinta Menorca by PortBlue Boutique – Adults Only
• ($$) Hotel Princesa Playa
• ($) Apartamentos Las Brisa

12. Arenal d´en Castell, one of the best places to stay in Menorca for families with children

Another of the best areas to stay in Menorca is Arenal d´en Castell. It was deliberately built to be a family styled resort and remains among the best known locales on the island.

The beach is nearly a circle and is ranked among the best on Menorca. Sands are gently shelving here while the sea is shallow and perfect for the little kids . Even the beach is flanked by beautiful cliffs , making for spectacular backdrop views from the resort.

This town offers visitors the Coves Noves commercial center with its restaurants, bars, and even well-stocked supermarkets to provide for all of the daily needs of tourists.

These shops provide all basic essentials for a quality beach holiday. Brand names and designer shops require you to make the trip into Mahon or one of the larger towns.

Much of the touristic accommodation in Arenal d´en Castell is found in villas and low rise apartments . There are a few area hotels that provide the evening’s entertainment.

The Goody Goody Bar right on the beach is popular with families. It provides bounce house castles and trampolines along with tribute bands and live music.

Best Places to Stay in Menorca in Arenal d´en Castell

• ($$) Palladium Hotel Menorca
• ($$) White Sands Beach Club By Diamond Resorts
• ($) Las Belisas – Apartamentos

13. Son Parc, where to stay in Menorca for relax and golf

There are two primary attractions at Son Parc. This town boasts the only golf course in all of Menorca . Its greens are well laid out, though the course is not too difficult for avid players. They also have a driving range here.

A second attraction is its beach, one of the best in Menorca. It´s a fantastic beach of fine white sand and turquoise waters . In addition Son Parc Beach, also called Arenal de Son Saura, has one of Menorca’s most important wetlands and dune system .

Best Places to Stay in Son Parc

• ($$$) Llucatx Menorca
• ($) Sol Parc Hotel & Apartments
• ($) Beach Club Menorca

14. Fornells, best place to stay in Menorca for water sports

Fornells is an authentic remaining fishing village found on Menorca’s north eastern coast. A white washed house dominated village, the calm town is certainly ideal for families in search of a quiet bay that still boasts water activities and services in plenty.

The town has beautiful beaches nearby and enough activity to keep the entire family occupied. You can snorkel or swim in the bay’s shallow waters, rent kayaks, enjoy an organized boat trip to take in hidden coves found in the rocky coast, rent a jet ski, or take lessons for windsurfing or sailing.

Accommodation here is primarily rental holiday houses . This resort provides enough bars and restaurants with fresh locally produced cuisine to give some variety.

For families with children who love nature , the village’s surroundings are ideal and easy to explore. The bottom at the bay boasts salt mines, while you can move on from here to take an excursion on the Cami de Cavalls.

Where to Stay in Menorca in Fornells

• ($$) TRH Tirant Playa
• ($) APARTAMENTOS LA PALMA FORNELLS
• ($) Hostal La Palma

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14 thoughts on “Where to Stay in Menorca: 14 Best Areas”

Good to have this advise. We are planning a trip in April and like to be near the sea and also a town with history to visit. Also areas to stroll in the evening. recommendations please? we are in are 70s

Hi Michael. In April, I would stay in Ciutadella or near that city in places such as Cala en Bosch or Son Xoriguer.

Hi we are looking to visit Menorca first time – which resort would you recommend for luxury hotels, good restaurants and nice places for evening drinks ? We are mid aged so nothing too noisy and full on but we do still like a bit of fun.

Hi Emma. An excellent resort to stay in Menorca is Son Xoriguer – Cala en Bosch. You will find luxury hotels, and Ciutadella, with its restaurants and nightlife, is quite close.

Hi we are planning to go to Menorca mid September this year for 5 days. We are interested in staying in a less touristy area of Menorca preferably in a small town and was wondering what your suggestions would be. Thanks

Hi Lucy. Menorca is very relaxed (even in the more touristy areas in Menorca). If you are looking for quieter options with great beaches, you can stay in Binibeca (if you rent a villa as there is only one hotel), Playas de Fornells, Santo Tomás (extremely quiet) or Son Parc.

Just wondering there anywhere you would recommend we could go with our daughter who has a fear of cats.thanks.

Hi Ellen. Son Bou, Cala Galdana and Arenal d´en Castell are great places to stay in Menorca. Son Xoriguer and Cala en Bosch are great places with excellent resorts.

Hello – thank you for this helpful article. The very first photo you post, whereabouts is that beach? Many thanks

Hi Alice. Sorry for the late reply. This beach is Cala Mitjana.

Great help ahead of a trip to minorca! Thanks so much!

Hi Abbie. Thank you for your words. Enjoy the island.

Good overview of Menorca towns. A big help in deciding on a holiday destination.

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Ultimate Travel Guide to Menorca

Menorca is found in the Mediterranean and is one of the Balearic Islands which are located off the east coast of Spain. This sunny, popular island is a favourite for summer vacationers across Europe because Menorca boasts a beautifully rugged coastline and a multitude of white sand beaches.

Compared to the other Balearic Islands, Menorca is a quieter place to visit, and you’ll find that the clubs of Ibiza and the rowdy bars of Mallorca haven’t exactly made their way over here yet.

Instead, you can enjoy a more authentic side of the Balearic Islands, and on Menorca, you can visit prehistoric standing stones, you can explore the historic streets of the capital, Mahon, and you can venture into the countryside in search of the island’s rural charms.

To inspire your Spanish getaway, here’s our ultimate travel guide to Menorca.

This ultimate travel guide to Menorca will show you all the most beautiful places in Menorca, what to expect when visiting, where to stay in Menorca and things to do in Menorca which will help you in planning a trip to Menorca.

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How to get to Menorca

Menorca has a small airport which is located a few kilometres away from the island’s capital city, Mahon. Menorca is very much a summer destination and the majority of flights to the island are only run seasonally, during the most popular months of the year.

During summer, you can find budget flights from many European cities with airlines such as Ryanair and EasyJet offering multiple routes, from countries such as the UK, France and Germany. Package holiday companies such as TUI and Thomas Cook also offer seasonal charter flights.

There are also domestic flights available from major Spanish cities, as well as the neighbouring islands of Ibiza and Mallorca, which are just a short hop away.

The Spanish airlines Vueling and Iberia offer more consistent flights to Menorca through the year from Spain and are a good bet if you are travelling offseason.

You can also catch a ferry from Mallorca, which is just one hour away, or from Barcelona on the Spanish mainland, which is a journey of around 7 hours.

What to expect in Menorca 

Compared to Mallorca and Ibiza, the other major islands in the Balearics, Menorca has a reputation for being a quieter getaway. This doesn’t mean it’s not a busy place in summer of course, but it does mean that it’s still possible to find secluded beaches, while you won’t have as much raucous nightlife in the towns.

Most Menorcans speak several languages, with the local dialect being a form of Catalan similar to that which you find in Barcelona. People will also be fluent in Castilian Spanish, while those working in the tourism industry will certainly speak English.

The main currency in use, as with the rest of Spain, is the Euro , and you can find ATMs and money changers at the airport and in Mahon, the capital.

How to get around Menorca

The main transport hub for the island is Mahon, where you find the airport and the ferry port. If you’re arriving by plane, then you can arrange transfers in advance with local taxi companies, or if you are staying in package accommodation, these may be included.

If travelling independently, you can also catch a public bus outside the arrivals terminal, which can transfer you to the main bus station in Mahon.

From Mahon, you can use the public bus lines to get around much of the island, with most major towns and touristy areas linked to the capital.

Bus schedules are fairly regular, however, for absolute freedom and flexibility, you will want to consider renting a car instead, especially if you want to discover more secluded and hidden spots across the island.

The best time to visit Menorca

Menorca is a very seasonal travel destination, however, given the warm Mediterranean climate, it can be a pleasant place to visit all through the year, even out of the summer high season.

The island is most popular between May and September, and the busiest periods are generally July and August when many countries in Europe have school holidays.

This can be a busy time to visit, but given the island’s seasonality, it’s also when you can rest assured that you’ll find regular flights and ferries, and also when businesses are open across the island.

Things start to close down come October, and there are fewer flights to the island and fewer package deals.

Outside of high season is a good time for independent travel, and while the temperatures won’t be as high, Menorca weather is always good, and there’s still lots of sunshine well into winter, and almost no other tourists around.

Things to do in Menorca 

Mahon is the capital and largest city in Menorca, and even if you don’t stay here you’ll be transiting through to get on and off the island.

Mahon though is well worth a stay, or at the very least a day trip if you are heading off to stay at a resort because this is a truly historic destination.

You can enjoy excellent restaurants and local taverns overlooking the sea, or the ramshackle streets, and Mahon is well known for its wonderful culinary scene.

Explore the harbourfront, and admire the superb blend of architecture, which has influences from Spain, from France, and notably from the 18th century British occupation of Menorca.

Museum of Menorca

For history buffs, one of the Menorca things to do that you can’t miss is a visit to the Museum of Menorca . Located in the capital, Mahon, at the museum you can delve deep into the island’s past.

You’ll find archaeological finds on display in the galleries here, as you’re taken on a journey from prehistoric times, through to the Roman colonisation, the Moorish days and finally to the British and Spanish eras. There’s a lot to learn about Menorca, and this is the place to do it.

Taulas of Menorca

To see first hand just a small piece of Menorca’s long history, then head to the Taulas of Menorca .

Found in the centre of the island, the Taulas are prehistoric monoliths which were raised thousands of years ago by the local inhabitants of Menorca. The Taulas are ancient structures and are often seen as being Menorca’s Stonehenge.

On the opposite side of the island to Mahon, you can find the town of Ciutadella, which is the second-largest settlement on Menorca.

Ciutadella has a rich history and you can stroll through the pleasant streets admiring the different influences that are visible, from Arab and Moorish designs to Italian architecture.

The harbour here is beautiful too, while you’ll find plenty of restaurants and bars where you can enjoy the local cuisine.

The highest point on Menorca is Monte Toro, but don’t expect too much, because it only rises to a height of 342 metres.

Although it’s more of a hill than a mountain, Monte Toro is still high in comparison to the surrounding landscapes, and it rises dramatically on the skyline, close to the town of Es Mercadal.

You can hike to the top of Monte Toro, or there’s a four by four-track leading to the summit if you’re feeling lazy. The views from the top stretch across the island and far out into the Balearic Sea.

Beaches and Bays

History, culture, heritage and food aside, the best reason to visit the island is really for the outstanding Menorca beaches.

The coastline is rugged in places, with the north being particularly renowned for its blustery weather and high winds, which together with the surf have carved the cliffs and beaches into a spectacular wilderness over time.

There are also more pristine, white sand beaches across the island too, and plenty of protected and calm turquoise bays glistening in the sun.

In high season, the beaches closest to the towns will always be busy but head further afield and you can always find a quiet spot in Menorca.

Some of the best beaches to visit include Cala Macarelleta and Cala Macarella, both iconic destinations where you can find white sands and clear water.

Calas Mitjana is a lovely, and beautiful cove to visit, but in peak season, it can be one of the busiest spots on the island.

What to eat in Menorca

Menorca has a great culinary scene, and you can find a wide range of restaurants and cuisines from around the world in the resorts and in the towns and cities.

There’s a rich culinary tradition in Menorca, and it’s even claimed that Mahon is the birthplace of Mayonnaise.

The cuisine is very typical of the Mediterranean, with plenty of olives, fish and cheese to sample. Mahon Cheese is a local speciality, and you’ll recognise it by the distinctive orange peel.

You can find fresh seafood everywhere, but a particular local favourite is seafood meatballs . Lobster Stew, or Caldereta de Langosta , is another must-try dish when you are in Menorca, while you’ll find local cured meats for sale everywhere.

Where to stay in Menorca

Budget – Menorca isn’t a big backpacking destination and you won’t find so many hostels on the island. There are some in Mahon and Ciutadella, but budget travellers may find it’s easier to rent out local apartments or rooms on AirBnB.

Mid Range – If you’re wondering where to stay in Menorca, then there’s plenty of mid-range accommodation across the island, and you can find good value resorts complete with pools all along the coast, while you can score excellent deals if you book a package holiday.  

Luxury – Menorca has some lavish luxury offerings, and some of the best on the island include the 16th-century rooms of the Hotel Can Faustino or the boutique, countryside climes of the Hotel Torralbenc .

Tours to do in Menorca

With a beautiful, long coastline to explore, one of the best ways to get around the best of Menorca’s natural sights is to join a boat tour.

From Mahon and other harbours around the island, you can join a variety of boating excursions that take you to both popular beaches, and secluded bays. There are a variety of boats on offer too, from fast, sleek catamarans to rustic sailing vessels.

Try to join a tour that stays out until sunset, so you can enjoy a fiery end to your Menorcan day trip from the water of the Balearic Sea.

Kayaking Tours

Another great way to explore the coastline is to hire a kayak or canoe for the day or to join an organised kayaking tour of Menorca.

It’s a fantastic way to get some exercise while you are on holiday, and it’s a beautiful way to experience the best of Menorca’s great outdoors at the same time.

Many kayaking tours will take you to hidden spots along the coast, that are otherwise inaccessible, while you’ll also have plenty of opportunities for snorkelling and swimming too.

Jeep Safaris

Menorca’s rugged interior is another great part of the island to explore, but much of it is off-limits unless you are driving an off-road vehicle.

Popular jeep safaris will whisk you away from your hotel and into the heart of Menorca’s most dramatic countryside, where the roads end and there’s little around you except wilderness and wildlife.

Day trips from Menorca

North coast marine reserve.

Off the north coast of Menorca, you can find a protected marine reserve that’s well regarded for its high level of biodiversity.

Part of the wider Menorca Biosphere Reserve, which recognises and guards this high level of biodiversity, the North Coast Marine Reserve makes for a fantastic snorkelling or diving destination.

Take a day trip out into the Balearic Sea , and join a boat tour into the marine reserve, where you can find an abundance of underwater life.

You don’t necessarily need to pick between Menorca or Mallorca, because you can actually enjoy the best of both worlds.

Stay on peaceful and relaxed Menorca, but take a day trip over to Mallorca to experience the busy beaches and rowdy bars, or to take in the history and architecture of Palma, the island’s largest city.

Mallorca just just a one hour ferry ride away Mahon, and you can easily make a day trip across from Menorca in the morning, and return late afternoon.

Recommended tours in Menorca

• Private Tour with SUP and Snorkel along the coast of Menorca
• Around the island of Menorca
• Jeep Safari
• Sail Boat Sunset Trip in Menorca
• Hiking Trail Menorca Transfers Stage 6 Son Bou to Cala Porter/ Es Canutells
• Jet Ski trip in the North of Menorca
• Visit and explore Ciutadella
• Guided Visit to Binnisues Natural Sciences Museum of Menorca with Live Entertainment and Food Tasting

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Spring is the time to discover this serene and fascinating island before the summer peak. The capital, Mahon (Maó), is a fascinating destination in its own right, with a glorious setting above the Mediterranean’s largest natural harbour. The location explains its rich history, from Bronze Age mystery to British Naval stronghold.

The island has been awarded Unesco Biosphere Reserve status, recognising and protecting its coastline, dune systems, wetlands and forests, which between them provide habitat for 220 species of birds and 1,000 species of plants.

Over the next month the range of flights to Menorca will widen, with non-stop flights to the island’s airport (1) on British Airways (0344 493 0787; ba.com ) from Heathrow; easyJet (0330 365 5000; easyJet.com ) from Bristol, Gatwick, Liverpool, Luton and Southend; Jet2 (0800 408 1350; jet2.com ) from Belfast, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds/Bradford, Manchester and Newcastle; Monarch (0333 003 0700; monarch.co.uk ) from Birmingham, Leeds/Bradford, Luton and Manchester; Ryanair (0871 246 0000; ryanair.com ) from East Midlands; plus a range of links on the airlines of the two leading tour operators, Thomas Cook (0844 879 8880; flythomascook.com ) and Thomson (0871 231 4787; thomson.co.uk ).

The airport bus runs to Mahon’s main bus station at Placa de S’Esplanada (2) every hour (every half-hour from June to September), €2.50. A taxi to the centre costs about €10.

Get your bearings

Spain’s easternmost island is kidney-shaped and wrapped in a superb coastline. It is twice the size of the Isle of Wight, and rather sunnier. Mahon, at the eastern end of the island is balanced by the elegant former capital, Ciutadella (3) , at the western end. They are linked by a good highway, the 45km ME1, from which roads run to the island’s resorts - most of them on the southern shore and ranging from low-key bays of hotels and apartments to wild, unspoilt coves with nothing more than white sand, pine trees and turquoise water.

Mahon has two tourist offices: one in the centre in the Town Hall on the Plaça de Constitució (4) , the other down by the water at Moll de Llevant 2 (5) . For more information call 00 34 971 363 790 or visit menorca.es .

Mahon makes an excellent base, partly due to its transport links and also because of its heritage and range of places to eat, drink and stay. The boutique hotel Jardí de Ses Bruixes (6) occupies a 200-year-old townhouse at Calle San Fernando 26 (00 34 971 363 166). Modernist flourishes from a makeover a century ago have been retained. The eight well-appointed rooms start at €120. Breakfast – served in a lovely courtyard – is extra, with three options: Menorca, Healthy and Continental. (hotelsesbruixes.com)

Around the corner at Carrer d’Es Commerc 26 is the Hotel San Miguel (7) (00 34 971 364 059), whose Seventies look in the public areas is complemented by high-spec rooms. This cosy retreat offers double rooms and breakfast from €81. (hotelsanmiguelmenorca.com)

A few miles east of Mahon on Carretera Sant Felip, the Hotel Rural Son Granot (8) (00 971 355 555) is a 300-year-old mansion built by the British. The Georgian treasure has rooms in the main house and also beautifully converted cottages in the grounds. Doubles start at €107 in April, including breakfast. (songranot.com)

Take a view

Mahon perches on a bluff overlooking a harbour three miles long and half-a-mile wide, which means you can enjoy a succession of panoramas as you wander through the city. From west to east, the first mirador is outside the church of St Frances (9) , at the west end of Calle Isabel II. Look back through the millennia in the Museu de Menorca, housed in the cloister adjoining the church (00 34 971 350 955; museudemenorca.com ), covering the island’s early dominant cultures: Talayotic, Roman, Byzantine and Islamic. It opens 10am-2pm (to 6pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, closed Monday), admission free.

Take a hike

Walk east from the church along Calle Isabel II. The street is flanked by 18th-century mansions, many with elegant bay windows from the period when the British ruled the island intermittently (1713-1802). The Gobierno Militar (10) is the former home of the governor. A few doors along, La Cereira (11) at Calle Isabel II 6 is a designer shop offering locally sourced and environmentally sensitive products. A few doors along on the same side of the street, look for a gate marked 2000, which should swing open to provide access for another excellent view.

Plaça de Constitució (4) contains the 1789 Ajuntament (town hall), with a clocktower donated by Sir Richard Kane - the first British Lieutenant-Governor of Menorca, who is still well respected. You can look along Sant Roc to the only remaining medieval gateway to the city.

Continuing east, Portal de Mar leads to the fish market (12) , now with a range of eating and drinking options, and the Claustre de Carme (13) - the busy cloisters of the church of Carme.

Lunch on the run

The cloisters (13) now comprise the venue for the city’s produce market; you could assemble a picnic (augmented by the basement supermarket) or lunch in one of the cafes. Alternatively, at Portal del Mar 11, Can Pota (14) (00 34 971 36 23 63) has been serving local specialities including sobrasada – a Balearic pork speciality, like a spreadable chorizo – with potato and poached egg, for over a century.

Window shopping

The cloisters (13) have plenty of interesting stores, but the Saturday and Tuesday market at Placa S’Esplanada (2) is more vibrant. The local ironmonger, S’Esparter (15) , on Carrer Sant Roc, has just celebrated 200 years of trading.

Cultural afternoon

As Mahon settles down for a siesta, catch bus 1 (taking an hour) or the express 14 (45 minutes) from Placa S’Esplanada (2) to Ciutadella (3). The former capital’s cobbled lanes and honey-toned houses comprise one of the loveliest old towns in Spain. The 14th- to 16th-century cathedral would provide a good reason to visit on its own, but there is plenty more – from the pretty harbour to the handsome Placa d’es Born.

An aperitif

Since Menorca is the first place in Spain to see the sunrise, it’s also the first place where you can legitimately sip a sundowner. Choose a cafe terrace on the Placa d’es Born, perhaps La Reina , and let the warm breeze waft scents of a sunny day over you while you drink in the Spanish and Moorish architecture.

Dine with the locals

Down by the waterside, the interior of the Café Balear (00 34 971 380 005; cafebalear.com ) has been transformed into one of the most smartest restaurants in the Balearics - but there are also tables outside on the quayside where you can tuck into arroz caldoso - a rich and delicious seafood soup - in more informal surroundings.

The last bus 1 back to Mahon departs at 10.30pm from May to September.

Sunday morning: go to church

The ornate organ at Mahon’s Santa Maria church on Plaça de Constitució (4) is of bewildering proportions: 45ft high, and comprising 3,006 tubes. It was imported from Austria in 1810 on the orders of Admiral Collingwood, who ran Britain’s Mediterranean fleet from Mahon at the time. The church opens 7.30am-12.30pm each morning, with Mass at 11am each Sunday, and 5.30-8pm each evening.

Take a ride

From Placa S’Esplanada (2) take bus 32 (fare €2.55), which trundles every 90 minutes to the south coast resort of Son Bou (16) - one end of the longest beach in Menorca, stretching west for two miles. Follow the shore and dunes (possibly past some naked sunbathers, on what has become the island’s naturist beach) until you join the coastal path, known as the Cami de Cavalls - “Way of the Horses”. This ancient bridleway wraps its way around the island’s entire coastline. Follow it to Santo Tomas (17) , which you should reach in an hour.

Out to brunch

The neighbouring resort of Sant Tomas (17) has plenty of refuelling options. But if you can make your way 12 miles across the island, via Es Mercadal, to the fishing port of Fornells (18) you will be rewarded with some astonishingly good seafood at the waterfront Es Port restaurant (00 34 971 376 403). Book in advance. Ask for what is good for the day, and you will be rewarded with a simply prepared but irresistibly tasty dish. Expect to pay around €25, excluding drinks. The restaurant is also one of several serving the local dish, caldereta de langosta , a lobster stew using local crustaceans that are in season from April-August. The limited availability comes with a price tag – expect to pay up to €130/kg.

A walk in the park

Menorca’s wild side, which Unesco rewarded with Biosphere Reserve status, is best represented at the beautiful lagoon of S’Albufera (19) - off the road from Fornells (18) back to Mahon. A network of paths helps you explore the natural beauty and extraordinarily rich wildlife.

The icing on the cake

The road from Mahon out to the airport (1) passes one of the island’s most impressive archaeological sites. The Talayotic era (derived from atalaya, Arabic for “watchtower”) between 1500 and 123BC saw the construction of dozens of cone-shaped structures across Menorca (although the earliest traces of human occupation on the island date from 2100BC).

Cornia Nou (20) is 300m west of the roundabout on the south-west side of Mahon. It includes a staircase that enables visitors to clamber to the top. While access is officially restricted to Saturdays, the gate is usually open.

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Arrive on the sun-bleached shores of Menorca after a spell on Mallorca or Ibiza and notice the drop in volume – here it's more birdsong than Pete Tong. The easternmost Balearic island moves to its own mellow beat. Its twinset of sea-splashed cities, eastern Anglo-Spanish Maó and western maze-like Ciutadella, are delightfully low-key and distinctive, and the white- and golden-sand bays that stud its 216km coastline are among the loveliest in the Mediterranean. Inland, the island remains distinctly rural, with an estimated 70,000km of dry-stone walls criss-crossing fields and rolling hills between whitewashed villages.

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Why Menorca is the perfect holiday hotspot to visit in Spain – from amazing bars to beautiful beaches

• Sarah Grealish
• Published : 20:45, 7 May 2022
• Updated : 22:30, 7 May 2022

I GAZE out from the cliff-side bar drinking in the sweeping views of the Mediterranean from my rocky perch.

The Cova d’en Xoroi on the southern coast of Menorca is one of the most stunning spots in the world for a night cap.

Hallways precariously sprawl through craggy caves and rustic terraces balance on the mountainside.

As I sip on my Pomada, Menorca’s traditional cocktail made with local gin and lemonade, I can see nothing but sand-coloured rock and miles of ocean shimmering in the sun.

Mallorca and Ibiza may be famous for their partying — but from this bar, carved into the cliffside under the orange glow of the sunset, it’s easy to see why Menorca is the real crown jewel of the Balearic Islands.

While its sisters are known for fun, this island boasts beautiful beaches, sunsets to die for and restaurants where you’ll eat like a king.

Just half the size of the Isle of Wight, it could easily claim the title of Spain’s most laidback island with many parts left wild and untouched.

And if you do still fancy your party fix, the cliff-side Cova d’en Xoroi bar transforms into a nightclub for cave clubbers in high summer.

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It’s also easier to get to now with the launch this month of new flights from Gatwick from low-cost airline Vueling.

While the whole island only measures around 30 miles from west to east, Menorca has more than 125 miles of coastline making it a great bucket-and-spade destination.

For those itching for adventure, there’s plenty on offer, from snorkelling, hiking and biking to kayaking, fishing and boating.

We opted to walk part of the Camí de Cavalls — the 115-mile trail that circumnavigates the whole island in 20 way-marked sections — and we were not disappointed.

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With breathtaking sights around every turn, it’s no surprise that people come every year especially to walk the full trail and soak up every inch of the island.

And after all that hiking, you’re going to want to tuck into a decent meal. You won’t need to search high and low for good grub as Menorca was awarded the 2022 European Region of Gastronomy, so pretty much anywhere you choose to eat is likely to be great.

My first meal on the island, at Restaurant Aquarium, ended up being the best of the trip with a sea-themed menu of fresh shrimp, tuna and delicious local fish.

The waterside restaurant is in Ciutadella, a sleepy old town on the west of the island that’s home to the annual fiesta of Sant Joan — a June festival with a bizarre ritual that sees a local boy parade around the town with a live, full-sized ram on his back.

If you’re looking for a more relaxing trip then give the festival a miss and head to luxury hotel, Torralbenc, to sample some of the local wines on a lavish tour and tasting.

I’m a wine novice, but after a lesson spread across the 70 hectares of stunning vineyards and olive groves (and a couple of glasses of red) I felt like an expert.

And if it’s shopping you’re into, the island’s still got you covered.

Menorca is home to a world famous, stylish shoe boutique that is very popular among major celebrities.

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Spain has said "enough" to overtourism as Menorca issues a BAN on tourists in some parts of the island at certain times of day. European Union critics have slammed overtourism and overcrowding in holiday hotspots, demanding action.

Binibeca Vell has agreed on specific visiting hours to help regulate the flow of tourists. From now on, tourists are unable to visit Binibeca from 10pm to 10am, giving locals 12 hours of respite from the crowds.

“We get about 800,000 tourists every year. And for a town this small, that's a lot of people. The streets are very small. They're very narrow,” a local told France24. “So we decided we're closing the village from 10pm until 10am so that people at least can relax during the evening. And you don't get people visiting at night, waking up everybody around.”

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“The tourists we receive today have a huge impact on our lives tomorrow,” a second said. “A large number of tourists are no longer content to come to Menorca on holiday and leave again. Many of them really want to come and live here and own a house on the island,” he went on.

“And a lot of people don't even use it for 11 months,” he adds. The village can't have "busload after busload" of tourists coming in "without any kind of regulation," others have said. It's not only Binibeca Vell that is affected by overtourism.

Last year, a record 17.8 million people visited the Balearic Islands, both from Spain and abroad. At the end of May, several million people hit the streets of Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza -- the three main Balearic islands -- to demand steps to limit overtourism under the slogan: "Our islands are not for sale".

The area welcomes 18 million tourists a year - while having a population of just 1.2 million inhabitants.

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