Apartamento Atardecer

About Apartamento Atardecer

Apartamento Atardecer suits travellers who prefer a self-catering base on the north coast of Menorca, close to the pale sand bay of Arenal d'en Castell. The apartment is not rated and has no guest score, so it appeals to independent-minded visitors who want to arrange their own meals and explore the Tramuntana coast at their own pace. The property is listed as an apartment or villa, with a range of facilities for a flexible holiday.

The apartment is on Carrer Del Golf, set back from the coast. It is not beachfront, but the bay is 1.8 km away in a straight line. The north coast is quieter than the south, with darker rock and more wind. This stay works for couples or small families who want a kitchen, a garden and a pool, and who are happy to drive to the coves and villages of northern Menorca.

Location: Arenal d'en Castell

Arenal d'en Castell is a near-circular bay on the north coast, with pale sand and a sheltered shape. The apartment is 1.8 km straight line from the beach, so a short drive or a walk of about 20 minutes along the local roads brings you to the sand. Fornells, a fishing village known for its lobster stew, is 4.9 km away. Es Mercadal, at the foot of Monte Toro, is 6.7 km away. The north coast is less developed than the south, with more exposed coves and a quieter atmosphere in the shoulder months.

In July and August the area gets busier, but the north coast never reaches the density of the south. A hire car is useful: the distances to the airport, the port and the main sights are all between 5 and 19 km. The apartment has free car parking, so you can leave the car and walk or cycle to the bay. In spring and autumn the coast is much quieter, and many restaurants and services in the area close from November to April.

Rooms and facilities

The apartment is listed with air conditioning, a kitchen or kitchenette, a washing machine, a dishwasher, a microwave, an oven, a refrigerator and a coffee maker. There is a balcony or terrace, a garden, an outdoor pool and a solarium. The facilities include a TV, free wifi, a hairdryer, an iron and board, and toiletries. A cot is listed for families with a baby. The property also has a smoke detector and first aid kit. Confirm the exact layout and the number of bedrooms with the property before booking.

For late arrivals, check the check-in procedure with the property, as the apartment does not have a 24-hour reception. The kitchen allows you to prepare meals at any hour. The washing machine and dishwasher are useful for longer stays. The outdoor pool and solarium are seasonal; ask the property about opening dates. The garden and terrace give outdoor space for eating or relaxing.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 18.1 km straight line from Apartamento Atardecer. A taxi from the airport takes about 20-25 minutes. Buses run to Maó and, in summer, to the resorts; check the island bus operator for routes to Arenal d'en Castell. A hire car collected at the airport gives flexibility for the whole stay. The apartment has free parking, so a car is practical for reaching the bay, Fornells and the south coast coves.

Maó port is 16.9 km straight line. Ferries from Barcelona arrive at Maó; from there a taxi or a hire car takes about 20 minutes. Ciutadella, the old capital, is further west. Fornells is 4.9 km away and Es Mercadal is 6.7 km away, both reachable by car in under 10 minutes. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer; check the schedules with the operators. The apartment's free parking is a useful advantage if you arrive by hire car.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Arenal d'en Castell bay is 1.8 km away, a circular cove with pale sand and calm water. Fornells, 4.9 km away, is a fishing village on a long inlet; it is known for caldereta de llagosta, a lobster stew. Es Mercadal, 6.7 km away, sits at the foot of Monte Toro, the highest point on Menorca at about 358 m. The sanctuary on Monte Toro has views of both coasts. The Favàritx lighthouse, 9.3 km away, stands on dark slate inside S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, the core zone of the Biosphere Reserve.

The north coast offers kayaking and fishing; the apartment lists a canoe and fishing among its facilities. The Camí de Cavalls, the historic bridleway around the island, passes through the area. The south coast coves, such as Cala Galdana and Cala Macarella, are a 30-40 minute drive. Mahón-Menorca cheese, with a protected designation of origin, is available at local shops. The island's gin tradition, left from British rule in the 18th century, is worth sampling in Maó.

A day from Apartamento Atardecer

Start the morning at Apartamento Atardecer with coffee from the kitchen. Drive 6.7 km to Es Mercadal and walk up Monte Toro, about 358 m high, for views of both the north and south coasts. The sanctuary at the top is open to visitors. Return to the apartment for a swim in the outdoor pool or a rest on the solarium. In the afternoon, drive 4.9 km to Fornells for a walk along the inlet; the village has a sheltered harbour and a choice of places to eat.

Late afternoon, drive 9.3 km to the Favàritx lighthouse, on the dark slate coast inside S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park. The landscape is bare and dramatic, with a lagoon and dunes nearby. In the evening, return to the apartment and cook in the kitchen or drive 1.8 km to Arenal d'en Castell for a walk on the sand. The bay is quiet after sunset, especially outside July and August.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check the apartment's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with more visitors 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, is reduced in low season and for longer stays, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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