Villa Marcolis Mar

About Villa Marcolis Mar

Villa Marcolis Mar is a self-catering villa on Carrer La Ermita, in the south of Menorca. It suits travellers who want a private base with a kitchen, a terrace and an outdoor pool, within easy reach of the island’s best-known coves. The property is not rated for stars and has no on-site reception or restaurant, so it works best for independent guests who plan to shop, cook and explore by car.

The villa is listed as an apartment or villa with air conditioning, free WiFi, a TV and a DVD player. The kitchen includes an oven, a microwave, a dishwasher and a refrigerator. A cot is available for families with young children. The terrace and balcony give outdoor space, and free car parking is provided on site.

Location: Ciutadella de Menorca

Cala Galdana is a horseshoe-shaped bay on Menorca’s south coast, lined with pine trees and a sandy beach. The area has a small cluster of shops, cafés and restaurants, but Villa Marcolis Mar is set back from the waterfront: the beach at Cala Galdana is 0.7 km away in a straight line. In high summer, the bay and its car parks fill early, so a hire car is useful for reaching quieter coves and for shopping.

In May, June and September, the area is quieter, with more space on the beach and easier parking. The villa’s location on a residential street means it is not on the seafront, but the distance to the beach is short. A car is needed for most other destinations: the nearest village with a full supermarket is likely a short drive, and the main towns of Ciutadella and Maó are 12.2 km and 26.5 km away respectively.

Rooms and facilities

The villa is equipped for self-catering stays. The listed facilities include a kitchen with an oven, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator, plus a separate bath and a balcony or terrace. Air conditioning and a fan are provided, and the living area has a TV and DVD player. Free WiFi and internet access are listed, so guests can plan days out or stream entertainment in the evenings.

For families, a cot is available, and the non-smoking policy applies throughout. The outdoor pool is private to the villa, not shared with other guests. There is no mention of a washing machine, so confirm laundry arrangements with the property before arrival. Late arrivals should check the check-in procedure, as there is no on-site reception.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 23.7 km away in a straight line from Villa Marcolis Mar. A hire car collected at the airport is the most practical option, as the villa has free car parking and the south-coast coves are best reached by car. A taxi from the airport takes about 30 minutes. Buses run from the airport to Maó, and in summer to some resorts, but a bus to Cala Galdana may require a change in Ciutadella.

From Maó port, the straight-line distance is 26.5 km; from Ciutadella, it is 12.2 km. Ferries from Barcelona and Alcúdia arrive at both ports. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, and many seasonal bus services stop running. Check the island bus operator for current summer routes to Cala Galdana.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The nearest beach is Cala Galdana, 0.7 km away, a sandy bay with calm water. Further west, Cala Macarella is 2.1 km away and Cala Turqueta is 4.3 km away, both limestone coves with white sand and pine shade. In high summer, arrive early or take the bus, as car parks fill. The Camí de Cavalls passes through this stretch of coast, so walkers can follow the coastal trail between coves.

The Naveta des Tudons, a boat-shaped prehistoric tomb, is 8.5 km away near Ciutadella. Ciutadella itself, 12.2 km away, has a cathedral, palaces and a narrow port. Son Bou, 11 km east, is the longest beach on Menorca, with dunes and a wetland. Mahón-Menorca cheese is produced on the island and is sold in local shops and markets.

A day from Villa Marcolis Mar

Start the morning at Villa Marcolis Mar with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 0.7 km to Cala Galdana beach for a swim before the crowds arrive. From there, walk or drive 2.1 km to Cala Macarella, a smaller cove with turquoise water, and spend the morning on the sand. In summer, bring water and a picnic, as the coves have few facilities.

In the afternoon, drive 8.5 km to the Naveta des Tudons, then continue to Ciutadella for a late lunch and a walk around the old town. Return to the villa in the evening for a swim in the private pool and a meal cooked in the kitchen. The terrace is a good spot for a quiet evening, away from the busier waterfront.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca’s tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check the villa’s opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, when the southern coves are busiest and car parks fill early. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (the ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; rates change and depend on the season and property type, so check the Govern de les Illes Balears site for current amounts.

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