Five Flowers Hotel Formentera Melia Collection

About Five Flowers Hotel Formentera Melia Collection

Five Flowers Hotel Formentera Melia Collection suits travellers who want a calm, well-equipped base on an island known for its clear water and slow pace. The hotel is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 279 reviews, and its five-star category promises a comfortable stay with a wide range of facilities. It sits inland, about half a kilometre from Es Pujols, the liveliest village on Formentera, so you can enjoy the island's nightlife and beaches without being in the middle of it.

This is a hotel for couples and families alike. The listed facilities include an outdoor pool, a kids pool, a spa, a fitness centre, a jacuzzi, a steam room and yoga, so there is plenty to fill a day. Guests can also arrange diving, surfing and massage through the property. The hotel has a restaurant, room service and breakfast in room, which makes it easy to plan meals around your own schedule. With a 24-hour front desk and concierge, late arrivals and early departures are handled smoothly.

Location: Es Pujols

The hotel is on Calle Fonoll Mari 84, in the area of Es Pujols. Es Pujols is the liveliest village on Formentera, with a beach, boat houses and evening bars. It is 0.5 km away in a straight line, so you can walk to the village centre in a few minutes. The village has a sandy beach and a handful of places to eat and drink, though the hotel's own restaurant and bar may cover most needs.

The island's capital, Sant Francesc Xavier, is 2.9 km away, and Sant Ferran de ses Roques is 1.9 km away. La Savina port, where the ferry from Ibiza arrives, is 3.4 km away. In high summer, the roads can get busy, but the distances are short. In the shoulder months of May and October, the island is quieter, and the hotel's location feels even more peaceful. A car is not essential, but it helps to explore the south coast and the beaches further afield.

Rooms and facilities

The hotel lists rooms with air conditioning, a balcony, a bath, a minibar, a safe, a TV and a telephone. Bathrobes, slippers and toiletries are provided, and housekeeping is daily. Some rooms have a sofa bed, which is useful for families. The facilities mention a desk and an iron and board, so the rooms work for those who need to catch up on work. Free wifi is listed throughout the hotel.

For late arrivals, the 24-hour front desk and wake-up service are useful. Guests can request special diets, and room service is available. The hotel lists laundry and luggage storage, so you can leave bags after checkout. It is worth confirming with the property whether the balcony faces the garden or the pool, and whether the kids pool is open in the season you plan to visit. The hotel is wheelchair accessible, with lifts to the upper floors.

Getting there

Formentera has no airport. Fly to Ibiza Airport (IBZ), which is about 7 km south-west of Ibiza Town. From the airport, take a bus or taxi to Ibiza Town port. Ferries to La Savina leave regularly: fast ferries take about 30-35 minutes, conventional ferries about an hour. Sailings are frequent in season and fewer in winter, so check the operators for current timetables. From La Savina, the hotel is 3.4 km away in a straight line; a taxi or shuttle will take about 10 minutes.

Once on Formentera, getting around is easy. The island is flat, and bikes are a common way to travel, with signposted green routes (circuits verds) for walking and cycling. Scooters, buses and taxis are also available. The Consell de Formentera caps visitor vehicles in high season, so check before bringing or hiring a car. The hotel lists car rental and shuttle services, so you can arrange transport at the front desk.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Es Pujols is the nearest village, 0.5 km away, with its beach, boat houses and evening bars. The Ca na Costa megalithic tomb is 1.1 km away, the oldest known monument on the Pitiusas, about 4,000 years old. The lagoons, where you can see birds, are 2.1 km away. Sant Francesc Xavier, with its fortified 18th-century church, is 3 km away. These sights are all within a short bike ride or a walk for the fit.

For food, the island is known for peix sec (dried fish), island salads and fresh fish. Es Pujols has several places to eat, but the hotel's restaurant is a convenient option. The hotel lists a restaurant and special diets, so you can eat in if you prefer. For a change of scenery, the beaches of Ses Illetes and Migjorn are a short drive or cycle, though they are not within the given distances. The hotel's location makes it easy to return for a swim in the pool after a day out.

A day from Five Flowers Hotel Formentera Melia Collection

Start the morning with breakfast in the room or in the hotel restaurant. Then walk the 0.5 km to Es Pujols beach for a swim. The water is calm and clear, typical of Formentera. After a couple of hours, walk or cycle 1.1 km to the Ca na Costa megalithic tomb, a quiet spot with a view over the fields. Return to the hotel for lunch, perhaps at the restaurant, and spend the afternoon by the outdoor pool or in the spa.

In the late afternoon, take a bike or taxi 2.9 km to Sant Francesc Xavier. Visit the fortified church, built as a refuge in the 18th century, and wander the small streets. As evening falls, head back to Es Pujols for dinner at one of the village bars or restaurants, or dine at the hotel. The hotel lists entertainment activities and a night club, so you can end the day with a drink or a show without going far.

Practical tips

The tourist season on Formentera runs from about May to October. Much of the island's tourism business, including many hotels, beach bars and restaurants, closes roughly from November to April, so check the hotel's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest beaches and the highest prices. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and the type of hotel, and is reduced in low season and for longer stays. Children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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