Apartamento Cala'n Blanes

About Apartamento Cala'n Blanes

Apartamento Cala'n Blanes is a self-catering apartment in the west of Menorca, close to the old capital Ciutadella. It suits travellers who want a base with a kitchen, a pool and free parking, and who prefer to explore at their own pace. The apartment is not rated with stars, and no guest score is available, so the stay is what you make of it.

The apartment is set in a residential area on the edge of Ciutadella, about 2.3 km straight line from the town centre. With a garden, an outdoor pool and a kids' pool, it works for families and couples alike. The listed facilities include air conditioning, free wifi, a washing machine and a safe, which makes longer stays practical.

Location: Ciutadella

Ciutadella is the old capital of Menorca, with a cathedral, palaces and a narrow port known for sunsets. The apartment sits about 2.3 km straight line from the town centre, so you can walk or take a short taxi ride to the historic streets, the harbour and the evening promenade. The nearest village is not listed, but Ciutadella itself provides shops, restaurants and services.

In high summer, Ciutadella is busy, and the narrow streets of the old town fill with visitors. The apartment's position on the edge of town offers some calm after the crowds. In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the town is quieter, and many seasonal businesses begin to close from November. A car is useful for reaching the southern coves and the rest of the island, and free parking is listed at the apartment.

Rooms and facilities

The apartment is listed with a kitchen, a microwave, a toaster and a coffee maker, so you can prepare meals and eat in. Air conditioning and a safe are listed, along with a TV and free wifi. A washing machine is useful for longer stays or for families with children. A balcony and a desk are also listed, giving space for a quiet morning or an evening outside.

The outdoor pool and kids' pool are shared facilities, and the garden offers a place to relax. The smoking area is separate. For late arrivals, the check-in time is not given, so confirm with the property before you travel. The apartment is not on the beachfront; the nearest beach is not listed, but Ciutadella is 2.3 km away, and the southern coves such as Cala Turqueta are 11.4 km straight line.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is about 37.9 km straight line from Apartamento Cala'n Blanes. A taxi is the direct option, and a hire car gives flexibility for exploring the island. Buses run from the airport to Maó and, in summer, to the resorts; from Maó you would need to change for Ciutadella. The journey takes about an hour by road, depending on traffic.

If you arrive by ferry, Maó port is about 40.4 km straight line, and Ciutadella has its own port with ferries to Barcelona and Alcúdia on Mallorca. From Ciutadella, the apartment is 2.3 km away. Flights and ferries are fewer from November to April, so check schedules if travelling outside the main season. The island bus operator runs more lines in summer; in winter, services are reduced.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Ciutadella old town is 2.3 km straight line from the apartment. The cathedral and palaces are the main sights, and the port is a good spot for a sunset walk. The Naveta des Tudons, a boat-shaped prehistoric tomb, is 6.7 km away, an easy drive. Cala Turqueta, a white-sand cove on the south coast, is 11.4 km straight line; arrive early in summer as the car park fills.

Cala Galdana is 14.4 km straight line, another southern cove with a wide beach. Es Mercadal and Monte Toro, the highest point on Menorca at about 358 m, are 23.8 km away. The Camí de Cavalls, the historic bridleway around the coast, passes through the area. For food, Mahón-Menorca cheese has a protected origin, and the island is known for lobster stew, caldereta de llagosta, especially around Fornells.

A day from Apartamento Cala'n Blanes

Start the day at Apartamento Cala'n Blanes with breakfast on the balcony or in the garden. Drive the 6.7 km to the Naveta des Tudons, the prehistoric tomb, and spend an hour there before the heat builds. Then head south to Cala Turqueta, 11.4 km away, for a swim in the clear water. Bring water and snacks, as the cove has limited facilities.

In the afternoon, drive to Ciutadella, 2.3 km from the apartment, and explore the old town: the cathedral, the palaces and the narrow streets. In the early evening, walk down to the port for a drink and watch the sunset. Return to the apartment for a quiet evening, using the kitchen to cook, or go back into Ciutadella for dinner. The drive back is short.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check with Apartamento Cala'n Blanes about its opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest beaches and the highest temperatures. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax, the ecotasa, is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate varies by season and length of stay, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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