Villa Savanna

About Villa Savanna

Villa Savanna suits travellers who want an independent stay on Menorca's west coast. It is a self-catering villa, not a hotel, so you manage your own timetable. The property has a private outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace, plus a kitchen and washing machine. There is no restaurant or bar on site, which gives you the freedom to cook or explore the nearby restaurants in Ciutadella. The villa is not rated and has no guest score, so you judge its suitability from the listed facilities.

The stay is designed for those who prefer a house over a hotel room. The listed facilities include family rooms, a cot and high chairs, making it practical for those travelling with children. Pets are allowed, which is useful for guests who do not want to leave a dog behind. The villa has free car parking, so a hire car is a practical choice. The nearest village, Cala en Blanes, is a short drive away, and Ciutadella is 3.1 km in a straight line.

Location: Ciutadella de Menorca

Villa Savanna is in a residential area near Cala en Blanes, on Menorca's west coast. Cala en Blanes is a small cove with a beach, a few shops and restaurants. The area is quieter than the main resort strips, but Ciutadella, the old capital, is only 3.1 km away in a straight line. Ciutadella has a cathedral, palaces, a narrow port and a lively evening scene. In high summer the roads around Ciutadella fill with traffic, but the villa's location outside the centre means less noise.

In the shoulder months of May, June, September and October, the area is calmer. Many beach bars and seasonal restaurants close from November to April, but Ciutadella stays open all year. A car is useful for reaching the southern coves such as Cala Turqueta (11.9 km straight line) or Cala Galdana (14.9 km straight line). The nearest airport is Menorca Airport (MAH), 38.6 km straight line away. Buses run to Ciutadella and the resorts in summer, but services are fewer in winter.

Rooms and facilities

Villa Savanna is a self-catering villa with a range of listed facilities. The property has a kitchen with an oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator and toaster, so you can prepare meals. There is a washing machine, iron and board, and a hairdryer. The living area includes a TV, DVD player and radio. Bedrooms are listed with air conditioning and a fan. The villa has a balcony, patio and terrace, plus a garden and an outdoor pool with a pool bar. Free wifi is listed, as is a safe.

Families are catered for with a cot, high chairs and family rooms. The villa also has a games room and table tennis. Late arrivals are possible because the front desk is listed as open 24 hours. Pets are allowed, but you should confirm the conditions with the property. The villa is non-smoking and has smoke detectors and security features. If you need a cot or high chair, check availability when booking. The listed facilities give a good idea of what is provided, but always confirm specific items with the owner.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 38.6 km straight line from Villa Savanna. A taxi from the airport takes about 40 minutes by road. A hire car is a practical option because the villa has free car parking. Buses run from the airport to Maó, and in summer there are services to Ciutadella, but you would then need a taxi from the bus station to the villa. The ferry port at Ciutadella is 3.1 km straight line away, with overnight crossings to Barcelona and seasonal services to Alcúdia on Mallorca.

Maó port is 41.1 km straight line away, with ferries to Barcelona and Palma. If you arrive by ferry at Maó, a taxi or hire car is the most direct way to reach the villa. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, so check the schedules. The villa's distance from the airport and ports means a car is the most convenient option, especially if you plan to explore the island. The Camí de Cavalls, the coastal bridleway, passes near the area, so walkers may also use local buses in summer.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Ciutadella old town is 3 km straight line from Villa Savanna. You can walk or drive into the centre for the cathedral, the port and the evening atmosphere. The Naveta des Tudons, a prehistoric boat-shaped tomb, is 7.4 km straight line away. Cala Turqueta, a white-sand cove on the south coast, is 11.9 km straight line away. In summer, arrive early because the car park fills. The south coast coves, including Cala Galdana (14.9 km straight line), are limestone and pine-fringed, with clear water.

The villa is also close to the Camí de Cavalls, which runs around the whole coast. The north coast, with its darker rock and wind, is about a 30-minute drive. Fornells, a fishing village known for lobster stew, is further north. The centre of the island, Es Mercadal at the foot of Monte Toro (358 m), is 24.5 km straight line away. From the summit you see both coasts. Mahón-Menorca cheese is a local product you can buy in Ciutadella markets.

A day from Villa Savanna

Start the morning at Villa Savanna with breakfast on the terrace. Drive to Ciutadella, 3 km away, and explore the old town. Visit the cathedral and walk through the narrow streets. In the late morning, drive to Cala Turqueta, 11.9 km straight line away. The cove has white sand and clear water. Swim and relax on the beach. Bring a picnic or buy supplies in Ciutadella. In summer, arrive before 10:00 to find a parking space.

In the afternoon, drive to the Naveta des Tudons, 7.4 km straight line from the villa. The prehistoric tomb is a short stop. Return to Ciutadella for the evening. Walk along the port and watch the sunset. Have dinner in one of the restaurants in the old town. Drive back to Villa Savanna for a quiet evening by the pool. The day uses the villa's location as a base for the west and south of the island, with no long drives.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check with Villa Savanna whether it is open during your dates. July and August are the peak months, with more crowds and higher demand for car parking at the coves. 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 is reduced for longer stays. Children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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