Apartamentos Las Brisas I & II

About Apartamentos Las Brisas I & II

These two-star self-catering apartments in Menorca are for travellers who prefer independence over a full-service hotel. The complex is outside the main resort bustle, near the village of Cala en Bosc on the south-west coast. It works well for families who want a kitchen, a garden and a playground, and for couples who plan to explore the island by hire car. The apartments have a straightforward, practical feel: no restaurant or bar on site, but a market and a shuttle service are listed among the facilities.

Apartamentos Las Brisas I & II are rated two stars. The accommodation is split between two buildings, each with a terrace or balcony. The complex has an outdoor pool, a solarium and free car parking. A guest score is not available. The apartments are not on the beachfront, but the south coast coves are a short drive away. The property is open seasonally, so check the exact opening and closing dates before booking.

Location: Ciutadella de Menorca

The apartments are in the Son Xoriguer urbanisation, part of the Cala en Bosc area on Menorca's south-west coast. Cala en Bosc is a small resort with a sandy beach, a few shops and a handful of bars. It is quieter than the larger resorts such as Cala Galdana or Son Bou. The straight-line distance to Ciutadella is 8.2 km, and to Cala Galdana it is 10.1 km. In high summer the area is busy but not overcrowded; outside July and August it is noticeably calmer, and many local businesses close from November to April.

A car is useful here. The apartments have free parking, and a hire car makes it easy to reach the coves and the old town of Ciutadella. The nearest beach, Cala en Bosc, is walkable, but the more famous coves such as Cala Turqueta (6.2 km straight line) and Cala Macarella (8.5 km) require a drive or a taxi. Buses run to Ciutadella and the south coast resorts in summer, but services are limited in winter. The area feels open and rural, with pine woods and low-rise buildings.

Rooms and facilities

The apartments are listed with a kitchen or kitchenette, a refrigerator, a microwave and a toaster, plus a washing machine, dishwasher and ironing equipment. Each has a bathroom with a bath, a TV, air conditioning and a fan. Some units have a sofa bed. Balconies or terraces are standard, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The facilities are practical for self-catering stays of a week or more. Families can request a cot and a high chair.

The complex has an outdoor pool, a sun terrace with a solarium, a garden and a children's playground. A market is listed among the facilities, meaning basic supplies are available on site or very close by. A shuttle service is offered, and luggage storage is available. Late arrivals should confirm check-in procedures with the property in advance, as reception hours may be limited outside the main season. The apartments are non-smoking throughout.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 33.1 km straight line from the apartments. A taxi from the airport takes about 30 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic. A hire car collected at the airport gives the most flexibility, especially for reaching the coves and Ciutadella. The airport bus runs to Maó and, in summer, to the resorts, but it does not serve Cala en Bosc directly; a taxi or a car is the practical option. Flights and bus services are fewer from November to April.

The nearest port is Ciutadella, 8.2 km straight line away, with ferries to Barcelona and Alcúdia on Mallorca. Maó port is 36.4 km straight line. From Ciutadella port a taxi to the apartments takes about 15 minutes. In summer a bus may run to Cala en Bosc, but check the current timetable with the island bus operator. The apartments have free parking, so a hire car is the most convenient way to get around Menorca from this base.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The south-west coves are the main draw. Cala Turqueta, a white-sand cove with pine trees, is 6.2 km straight line away. Cala Macarella, with turquoise water and high cliffs, is 8.5 km. Both fill early in July and August; arrive before mid-morning or go by bus. Ciutadella old town, 8.2 km straight line, has a cathedral, palaces and a narrow port where people watch the sunset. The Naveta des Tudons, a prehistoric boat-shaped tomb, is a short drive west of Ciutadella.

Menorcan food is based on local produce. Mahón-Menorca cheese has a protected designation of origin and is served in many forms. Caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew) is a speciality of Fornells on the north coast. The Camí de Cavalls, the 185 km coastal path, passes near the south coves; a short section can be walked from Cala Turqueta to Cala Macarella. The Talayotic Menorca sites, a World Heritage listing since 2023, are scattered across the island, with the closest examples near Ciutadella.

A day from Apartamentos Las Brisas I & II

A morning starts with breakfast on the terrace, then a drive to Cala Turqueta (6.2 km straight line). The cove has soft white sand and clear water for swimming. By late morning the car park is full, so an early start is essential. After a swim, walk the short coastal path to Cala Macarella for a different view. Bring water and snacks, as there are no shops at the coves. Return to the apartments for a shower and a rest.

In the afternoon, drive to Ciutadella (8.2 km). Walk through the old town, past the cathedral and the palaces on the main square. Have a late lunch or a coffee at a café in the narrow streets. In the evening, watch the sunset from the port or from the bastions. Drive back to the apartments in the dark, using the free parking. The day involves two short drives and a moderate walk between the coves.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check the apartments' opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months: book car parking at the coves early. 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 stay, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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