Menorca

Spain

Menorca Holidays and Hotel Information

Menorca is one of Spain's Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean off the east coast of the mainland. On Menorca holidays you'll see what a lush, green and stunningly beautiful island it is with no less than 100 beaches along its largely unspoilt coastline. If you're a party animal, stick with Ibiza or Mallorca. But if you're looking for a quiet, relaxed holiday in a lovely, natural setting then look no further than holidays in Menorca.

The island is the furthest east of the Balearics - just 35 miles long and 15 miles at its widest point. It's just under two and a half hours flying time from London and can also be reached by ferry from Barcelona, Valencia and Mallorca, which makes Menorca holidays a very popular choice. But Menorca has a distinct charm which sets it apart from the more developed coastal resorts of Spain. The best way to appreciate the island is to hire a car and explore the wonderful beaches, the verdant pastures of the interior, the delightful fishing villages and historic towns. Take a break from hotel food and discover the fine seafood restaurants which serve the freshest fish you've ever tasted. It's so good that King Juan Carlos of Spain pops over in his yacht for a meal of fresh lobster!

On holiday in Menorca you will find an island with a rich history and culture spanning thousands of years; its wealth of ancient sites and monuments have earned Menorca a reputation as an open air prehistoric museum. Nature lovers will delight in the island's unspoilt, pine-clad coves, its limestone ravines and its wealth of wildlife which includes eagles, kestrels, kites and even wild tortoises. Young families will appreciate the uncluttered, white sandy beaches and absence of all-night bars and clubs. For sports enthusiasts there's a nine-hole golf course, horse riding, hiking and, of course, a good range of water sports. Lowcostbeds.com offer a wide range of package holidays in Menorca available to book online so you too can enjoy this wonderful Island. Search for cheap Menorca hotels or holiday accommodation in Menorca within certain dates using our site search facility, or use the link below to view the full listing of all our hotels in Menorca.

Menorca Hotels

We have a wide range of cheap hotels in Menorca to suit families, couples, groups and sun seekers. Whether you are looking for self-catering holiday accommodation in Menorca, apartments, bed and breakfast hotels, or an all inclusive package holiday, we have the perfect holiday in Menorca for you.

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Beaches

The islands beaches are undoubtedly its greatest attraction for the majority of Menorca holidaymakers and 14 of them were named as Blue Flag beaches in 2004. There are more than 100 to choose from: long, sandy beaches with pedaloes for the kids and delightful hidden coves, fringed by virgin pinewoods and lapped by azure waters. In the busier resort areas you'll find windsurfing, water skiing, sailing and boat trips together with a good sprinkling of seafront bars and restaurants.

The most popular beaches are concentrated on the island's southern coast. Cala Santandria and the nearby picturesque resort of Cala Blanca are on the south west side of the island and are both well served with sun beds and shades, water sports, leisure activities, bars and restaurants. Son Saura, further south along the coast is a beautiful sheltered bay with a gently shelving shoreline of fine white sand (ideal for little ones). The beach is popular with the Spanish and tends to get busy in high season even though there are no tourist facilities here.

Be warned that the local landowner will charge you to park your car down the seafront. Cala Galdana, east along the coast from Son Saura, is known as the Queen of the Calas, rightly so because this is an outstandingly beautiful pine clad bay. Here you can enjoy the wonderful scenery combined with the convenience of tourist facilities, water sports, hotels, bars and restaurants. The quieter far eastern end of the beach remains in the shade almost until midday which is handy for lily white skins and toddlers.

Shopping

When on holiday in Menorca why not sample the weekly markets where you can find traditional leather and pottery amongst the stalls in Mahon's spectacular 18th century convent and at Mercat de Ferreries, in the island's highest town.

Mahon and Ciudadela offer a wide variety of excellent shopping opportunities.

Nightlife

The night time entertainment on a Menorca holiday is low key and centered around the hotels, bars and restaurants. Some of the quieter resort areas of the island shut down before midnight. So be warned: if it's all-night partying you're after, you'll be much happier in Ibiza!

Most of the island's nightlife takes place in and around the two main towns of Mahon (Mao) and Ciutadella. Undoubtedly the most dramatic nightspot on the island is Cova d'en Xoroi at Cala en Porter. This has to rate as one of the world's most unusual discos. Set high in the rocks, it's a cave bar with fantastic sea views by day. At night it's transformed into an ultra-modern disco with sophisticated light and sound systems and views of the sea and sunset via a hole in the rock.

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