Cas Conco

About Cas Conco

Cas Conco suits travellers who prefer a self-catering base away from the coast, with space to cook, wash and relax. It is a hotel with a kitchen or kitchenette, an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace. The property is not rated for stars and has no guest score listed. It works for couples, families and small groups who want a central inland location.

The hotel is in Es Mercadal, at the foot of Monte Toro, Menorca's highest point. The area is quiet, with a market town feel and views of the countryside. The coast is a short drive away. Cas Conco is a practical choice for those who plan to explore the island by car.

Location: Es Mercadal and Monte Toro

Cas Conco is on Del Terreno 26, in Es Mercadal, 0.3 km from the village centre and Monte Toro. Es Mercadal is an inland market town with a few shops, cafés and a weekly market. The sanctuary on Monte Toro is 1.7 km away and gives views of both coasts. The village is quieter than the coastal resorts, even in summer.

The nearest beaches are Fornells (8.3 km) and Arenal d'en Castell (8.4 km). Both need a car, taxi or bike. Fornells is a fishing village with a sheltered bay; Arenal d'en Castell is a near-circular cove with sand. The north coast is about 7 km away for kayaking. A hire car is useful for reaching the south coast coves and the Camí de Cavalls.

Rooms and facilities

Cas Conco is listed as a hotel with self-catering facilities. The rooms include a kitchen or kitchenette, a refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, a toaster, a dishwasher and a washing machine. There is also a desk, a TV, a radio, a safe, a hairdryer, an iron and board, and air conditioning. The property has a cot and high chairs for families.

Guests should confirm the exact room layout and the number of bedrooms with the property before booking. The hotel has non-smoking rooms, a lounge, a terrace, a patio and a garden. Free WiFi and internet access are listed. Late arrivals should check the check-in procedure with the hotel directly.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 17.5 km straight line from Cas Conco. A taxi takes about 20-25 minutes. A hire car collected at the airport gives flexibility for exploring the island. Buses run from the airport to Maó, and from Maó to Es Mercadal, but services are fewer in winter. Check the island bus operator for current timetables.

Maó port is 18.2 km straight line. Ferries arrive from Barcelona, Palma and Ciutadella. From the port, a taxi or hire car is the easiest option. Fornells (8.3 km) and Arenal d'en Castell (8.4 km) are close by car. The hotel has free car parking and a garage. In summer, flights and ferries are frequent; in winter, they are reduced.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Monte Toro is 1.7 km from Cas Conco. The sanctuary at the top is a short drive or a walk uphill. The north coast, about 7 km away, is good for kayaking. A talayotic village is 11.7 km away, part of the Talayotic Menorca World Heritage site. The Camí de Cavalls passes near the coast and can be reached by car.

Fornells (8.3 km) is known for its lobster stew, caldereta de llagosta. Arenal d'en Castell (8.4 km) has a circular bay with sand. The south coast coves, such as Cala Galdana and Cala Macarella, are a longer drive. Mahón-Menorca cheese is a local product. Es Mercadal has a few shops and a market. No restaurants or bars are named.

A day from Cas Conco

Start the morning at Cas Conco with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 1.7 km to Monte Toro for views of both coasts. Walk around the sanctuary and take photos. Then drive 8.3 km to Fornells for a walk along the harbour. The north coast is exposed and windier than the south. Pack a swimsuit for a dip in the bay.

For lunch, buy local cheese and bread in Es Mercadal and eat at the hotel's garden. In the afternoon, drive 8.4 km to Arenal d'en Castell for a swim. The bay is sheltered and good for families. Return to Cas Conco for a rest by the outdoor pool. In the evening, cook dinner in the kitchen and eat on the patio.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check Cas Conco's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months, with more crowds and higher demand. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax (ecotasa) is charged per person per night by the accommodation; rates change and are reduced in low season and for longer stays; children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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