Apartamentos Gabriel Sans

About Apartamentos Gabriel Sans

Apartamentos Gabriel Sans suits travellers who want a self-catering base in a working fishing village on Menorca's north coast. Fornells is known for its sheltered bay and lobster stew, and the apartments place you within walking distance of the waterfront and local shops. The property is not rated for stars and has no guest score listed; it focuses on practical facilities such as a kitchen, free parking and a terrace.

This is a no-frills apartment stay, not a resort. The listed facilities include a kitchen or kitchenette, air conditioning, a washing machine, free WiFi and a safe. A 24-hour front desk is available for late arrivals. The property is not beachfront, but Fornells bay is 0.3 km away by straight line, so the sea and the village centre are a short walk.

Location: Fornells

Fornells is a traditional fishing village on a long, sheltered inlet on Menorca's north coast. The village has a small port, a few shops and restaurants, and a calm atmosphere. The bay is popular for sailing and windsurfing. The apartments are on Rosario street, 0.3 km from the centre of Fornells by straight line, so the waterfront and the village's amenities are easily reached on foot.

A car is useful for exploring the rest of the island. Arenal d'en Castell is 6.1 km away by straight line, a near-circular bay with a sandy beach and resort facilities. Es Mercadal and Monte Toro are 7.7 km away by straight line; Monte Toro is the highest point on Menorca, about 358 m, with a sanctuary and views of both coasts. In July and August the north coast is less crowded than the south, but Fornells can get busy at lunchtime. In the shoulder months of May, June and September the village is quieter.

Rooms and facilities

The apartments are listed with a kitchen or kitchenette, a microwave, an oven, a toaster, a refrigerator and a washing machine, making them suitable for self-catering stays. Air conditioning, a fan, a TV and free WiFi are provided. Some units have a balcony or terrace. The bathroom includes a bath, a hairdryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippers. A safe and an iron and board are also listed.

Couples and families should confirm the exact layout and number of bedrooms with the property, as this is not specified. The 24-hour front desk is useful for late check-in. Non-smoking rooms are available. The apartments do not have a pool or on-site restaurant; you cook your own meals or eat in the village. Parking is free and on site.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 22.6 km away by straight line from Apartamentos Gabriel Sans. A taxi from the airport to Fornells takes about 25-30 minutes by road. A hire car gives flexibility for exploring the island; the airport has several rental desks. Buses run from the airport to Maó, and from Maó to Fornells, but services are reduced in winter; check the island bus operator for current timetables.

Maó port, where ferries from Barcelona and Palma arrive, is 21.6 km away by straight line. A taxi or a hire car from the port to Fornells takes about 25 minutes. Fornells is 0.3 km from the apartments on foot. Ferries from Maó connect to Barcelona (overnight crossings of several hours) and to Palma on Mallorca. Flights and ferries are fewer from November to April.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Fornells itself is the nearest village, 0.3 km away, with its port, shops and restaurants serving caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew), a Menorcan speciality. Arenal d'en Castell, 6.1 km away by straight line, has a sandy beach in a near-circular bay. The north coast is good for kayaking; the kayak launch point is 2.5 km away by straight line.

Monte Toro, 7.7 km away by straight line, offers views of both coasts from its sanctuary. The Favàritx lighthouse, 13.3 km away by straight line, stands on dark slate inside S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, the core zone of the Biosphere Reserve, with a lagoon, dunes and birdlife. The Camí de Cavalls, a 185 km coastal bridleway, passes near Fornells and can be walked in stages.

A day from Apartamentos Gabriel Sans

Start the morning with breakfast on the terrace of the apartment, then walk 0.3 km into Fornells to see the fishing boats at the port. Drive 7.7 km to Es Mercadal at the foot of Monte Toro, then take the road up to the sanctuary for a view of the whole island. The drive takes about 15 minutes each way. Spend an hour at the top before heading back down.

In the afternoon, drive 6.1 km to Arenal d'en Castell for a swim at the sandy beach. The bay is near-circular and sheltered. Return to Fornells in the evening for a walk along the waterfront. The north coast is known for its sunsets over the bay. Dinner is self-catered in the apartment or at a restaurant in the village. The day covers about 25 km of driving in total.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check with Apartamentos Gabriel Sans for its opening dates. July and August are the peak months, with the busiest beaches and higher demand for hire cars. 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 stay, is reduced for longer stays and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate on the Govern de les Illes Balears website.

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