Hostal Oasis Menorca

About Hostal Oasis Menorca

Hostal Oasis Menorca suits travellers who want a simple, central base in Ciutadella without paying for resort extras. The guesthouse is a 1-star hostal, a category that in Menorca means basic accommodation with the essentials: a place to sleep, shower and store luggage. The location, 0.3 km straight line from Ciutadella, puts the old capital's cathedral, palaces and port within a short walk.

This is a no-frills option for couples or solo travellers who plan to spend most of their time out exploring the island. The listed facilities include air conditioning, free WiFi, a bar or snack area, a restaurant and a garden terrace. Families can request family rooms. There is no guest score given, so the property is best judged by its location and the facilities listed.

Location: Ciutadella

Ciutadella is the old capital of Menorca, in the west of the island. The town has a cathedral, a network of narrow streets with palaces, and a port that cuts inland from the coast. The port is known for its sunset views and the cluster of restaurants and bars along its edges. Hostal Oasis Menorca is 0.3 km straight line from the centre, so the main sights are reachable on foot.

The nearest beaches are a drive away. Cala Galdana is 12.3 km straight line, Cala Turqueta 9.5 km. A hire car or taxi is needed for those coves. In high summer, July and August, Ciutadella is busy with visitors and the port area fills up. In the shoulder months of May, June and September, the town is quieter and the streets more pleasant for walking. Much of the island's tourism business closes from November to April, so check if the guesthouse is open then.

Rooms and facilities

Hostal Oasis Menorca lists air conditioning, free WiFi, a safe and non-smoking rooms. A terrace and a garden are available for guests to use. The rooms are basic, as expected for a 1-star hostal. Families can request family rooms, but the size and configuration should be confirmed with the property before booking.

Late arrivals should check the check-in times directly with the guesthouse, as the reception may not be staffed around the clock. Luggage storage is listed, which is useful for guests who arrive before check-in or have a late departure. The bar and snack area means drinks and light food are available on site without going into town.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 35.8 km straight line from Hostal Oasis Menorca. A taxi from the airport to Ciutadella takes about 40-50 minutes. A hire car collected at the airport gives flexibility for the rest of the stay. In summer, there are bus services from the airport to Maó and then connecting buses to Ciutadella, but a direct service is limited; check the current timetable with the island bus operator.

The port at Maó is 38.3 km straight line. Ferries from Barcelona and Palma arrive there. Ciutadella also has a ferry port with services to Barcelona and Alcúdia (Mallorca). From the Ciutadella port, the guesthouse is a short walk or taxi ride. Flights and ferries are fewer in winter, so plan ahead if travelling outside the main season.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Ciutadella old town is 0.2 km straight line. The cathedral, the palaces on the main square and the port are all within a few minutes' walk. The port is a good spot for an evening stroll and to watch the sunset. The Naveta des Tudons, a boat-shaped prehistoric tomb, is 4.5 km straight line from the guesthouse, reachable by car or bicycle.

Cala Turqueta, 9.5 km straight line, is a white-sand cove on the south coast, best visited early in summer to find parking. Cala Galdana is 12.3 km straight line, a larger bay with a curve of sand and pine cover. The Camí de Cavalls passes near these coves for walkers. Menorca's food includes Mahón-Menorca cheese and, on the north coast, caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew).

A day from Hostal Oasis Menorca

Start the morning at Hostal Oasis Menorca with breakfast at the on-site bar or restaurant. Walk the 0.2 km into Ciutadella old town to see the cathedral and the palace-lined Plaça des Born. From there, take a hire car or taxi to the Naveta des Tudons, 4.5 km away, to see the prehistoric tomb. Continue south to Cala Turqueta, 9.5 km from the guesthouse, for a morning swim on the white sand.

Return to Ciutadella for lunch at a port-side restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the nearby coves of Cala Galdana or Cala Macarella, both within a short drive. Late afternoon, walk back to the old town for a coffee on a terrace. End the day at the port for sunset, then a short walk back to the guesthouse for the night.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Hostal Oasis Menorca whether it is open during your travel dates. July and August are the peak months, when Ciutadella is busiest and the southern coves fill 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 accommodation, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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