Menorca Resorts

Menorca Gold: Luxury Holiday Villas and Apartments in Menorca.

Mahon

Found on the far east of the island, Mahon, Menorca’s capital, overlooks a magnificent natural harbour. It features a 2km long promenade of quality restaurants, bars and shops. The town also boasts some excellent shops and bars set around its inviting squares, ideal for those who wish to stroll around. Be sure to take a trip in one of the glass-bottomed boats which sail from the harbour at regular intervals, a must for children and adults alike. The new casino at the Club Maritimo is open every day into the early hours and boasts a full range of gaming tables, slot machines a bar and restaurant facilities. There is an excellent indoor market with clothing, souvenirs, butchers, delicatessen and air conditioned fish market very close together. Worth a morning to browse round.

 On the southern shore of the Port of Mahon is the 16th century castle of San Felipe. The incredible underground passages have been excavated by both Spanish and English although  the above ground castle was demolished years ago. From the summer of 2008 there are now lamp- lit guided tours in both Spanish and English where scenes are re-enacted and take a journey back in time. The tour is completed with tapas and drinks in the style of the 16th century

Mahon is the second biggest fiesta of the year around 8th September; the biggest being at Cuitadella at the end of June. There are often nearly 200 horses taking part in the traditional Jaleo and other spectacular events in the week including the parade of giants, many concerts and street parties.

Son Bou, Sant Tomas

These 2 adjacent resorts on the south coast feature some of the best stretches of beach to be found on the island. Sant Tomas is a small resort, which has grown up around the long beach, perfect for swimming or and water sports. There is a good selection of restaurants, supermarkets and shops.

 Son Bou has the longest stretch of sandy beach on the island at almost 4 kilometres long. It is the bigger of the two resort areas and has everything for a perfect family holiday, including , a 10 pin bowling alley, car hire, scuba diving, medical centre, supermarkets, bars, restaurants and a train tram which goes round the resort about every 45 mins .  

 On the way to Son Bou there is a large prehistoric Talaiotic settlement which is open to the public. It is thought to house as many as 1,000 people at one time and the protective wall and buildings have been well excavated with work still on going. It is called Torre d'en Galmes. There is a small admission charge although free on Sundays. Well worth a visit.

Es Castell

Situated only some five minutes drive from Mahon, the town of Es Castell is based around two coves. Cala Fons, the larger of the two, has an excellent selection of waterside bars and restaurants, many based in the old caves of the cliff. There is an evening boat trip round the harbour which is very special on a hot summer night; while the other, Cala Corb, is very much a working fishing cove. Es Castell, like Mahon, is an excellent base for those wanting to stay close to all amenities and explore the island.

 Son Parc/Fornells

Son Parc, is a relatively new development and is still expanding. It is situated to the north of the island amid gently rolling hills and pine forests. The beach has a fine expanse of white sand with a beach bar and various water sports, including windsurfers, pedalos and canoes. The resort is a combination of residential areas and a commercial centre with a good selection of shops, bars, restaurants, a chemist and disco. Son Parc also features an 18-hole golf course, the only one on the island. There is also a tennis club.

The famous mountain of Monte Toro is close to Son Parc and can be seen from the higher properties, in the distance. Still used as a church today, it offers fantastic views of the island.

Further north is Fornells, a pretty village of white washed houses huddled round the harbour. It is very relaxing to sit by the harbour side and watch the boats sail in and out. Local water sports – including windsurfing, boat hire and diving-are excellent and short courses are readily available.

Binebeca and Cala Torret

Set on the edge of the sea with a maze of narrow streets and tiny squares, Binebeca has developed into one of the most complete and popular resorts on the island. To one end of the resort is the old fishing village with its multitude of bars and restaurants and shops while at the other can be found Cala Torret, another attractive development with all amenities. Separating the two is the lovely family beach of Binebeca with its gently shelving sands offering safe bathing for all and experts.

 Map of the Island of Menorca