Apartamento Privado Relaxed Amber

About Apartamento Privado Relaxed Amber

Apartamento Privado Relaxed Amber is a self-catering apartment in the village of Cala en Porter, on Menorca’s south coast. It is not rated with stars and has no guest score listed. The property is a practical base for couples and families who want a straightforward, independent stay near a sandy cove, with the option to cook and do laundry on site.

The apartment is in a central position within Cala en Porter, a purpose-built resort that grew around a deep sandy cove cut between high limestone cliffs. The area is quieter than the island’s larger resorts, with a small cluster of bars, a pool bar and a supermarket. The accommodation suits travellers who prefer a simple, clean apartment with a pool and terrace over a full-service hotel.

Location: Cala en Porter

Cala en Porter is a south-coast resort built around a sheltered cove with a sandy beach at the base of high cliffs. The village has a handful of bars, a supermarket and a pool bar within walking distance of the apartment. The beach is 0.4 km straight line from the property, so a short walk downhill or a quick drive. The apartment is not beachfront but is close enough to reach the sand on foot.

In July and August the cove is busy with day visitors and holidaymakers; parking near the beach fills early. In May, June and September the pace is slower and the water is warm enough for swimming. From November to April many of the resort’s seasonal bars and restaurants close, though the apartment itself may remain open – check the property’s exact dates. A hire car is useful for exploring beyond the cove, especially to Son Bou (5.7 km) or Binibeca Vell (10.2 km).

Rooms and facilities

The apartment is listed as a non-smoking, family-friendly unit with air conditioning, a bath and a safe. It has a terrace and access to a garden area. The facilities include a laundry service and a luggage room, which is practical for late arrivals or early departures. There is no mention of a separate bedroom count or kitchen, so confirm the layout and cooking equipment directly with the property.

Couples will find the air conditioning and terrace useful for relaxing after a day at the beach. Families have the outdoor pool and the pool bar on site, plus the cove beach a short walk away. The listed cleaning service and luggage room add convenience for longer stays or for those arriving on the overnight ferry from Barcelona. Confirm check-in and check-out times with the property, as these are not stated.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 7.2 km straight line from the apartment. A taxi takes about 15 minutes; a hire car gives flexibility for exploring the south coast. Buses run from the airport to Maó and, in summer, to the resorts, but the service to Cala en Porter is limited outside the peak months. A car is the most reliable option, especially if you plan to visit Son Bou, Binibeca Vell or Monte Toro.

Maó port is 11.1 km straight line – about 20 minutes by taxi or hire car. Ferries from Barcelona and Palma arrive at Maó; from there you drive south-east to Cala en Porter. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, so check schedules in advance. The apartment has parking, so a hire car can be left on site. For day trips, a car also makes it easier to reach the Talayotic village (4.2 km) or Monte Toro (12.7 km).

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Cala en Porter beach is 0.4 km straight line – a sandy cove between cliffs with calm water for swimming. Son Bou, 5.7 km away, is Menorca’s longest beach, with dunes and a wetland behind it. Binibeca Vell, 10.2 km away, is a whitewashed hamlet built to resemble a traditional fishing village, with narrow lanes and a small cove. Both are reachable by car in under 20 minutes.

A Talayotic village is 4.2 km straight line – a prehistoric settlement with stone structures typical of Menorca’s Talayotic culture, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2023. A boat trip round Maó harbour (11.5 km) shows the 5 km natural harbour and the Es Castell barracks. Monte Toro (12.7 km) is the island’s highest point at about 358 m, with a sanctuary and views of both coasts. Mahón-Menorca cheese is a local speciality to try.

A day from Apartamento Privado Relaxed Amber

Start the morning with a walk down to Cala en Porter beach (0.4 km) for a swim before the crowds arrive. After breakfast on the apartment’s terrace, drive 4.2 km to the Talayotic village to explore the prehistoric taules and talaiots. Return to Cala en Porter for a lunchtime swim or a drink at the pool bar. The afternoon can be spent at Son Bou (5.7 km), walking the dunes and the wetland path, or simply relaxing by the apartment’s outdoor pool.

In the late afternoon, drive to Monte Toro (12.7 km) for the views across the island and the coast. From there, head down to Maó (11.1 km) for a stroll around the harbour and a look at the Georgian architecture. For dinner, the bars and restaurants in Cala en Porter are within walking distance. If you prefer a quieter evening, the apartment’s terrace and the pool bar offer a straightforward end to the day.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca’s tourism business closes from roughly November to April, so check the apartment’s opening dates before booking. July and August are the busiest months on the south coast; book early and arrive at the beach before mid-morning to find a spot. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and the property type, is reduced in low season and for longer stays, and children under 16 are exempt – check the Govern de les Illes Balears site for current rates.

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