Melia Cala Galdana Menorca

About Melia Cala Galdana Menorca

Melia Cala Galdana Menorca is a 5-star hotel with a guest score of 4.4 out of 5 from over 2,000 reviews. It suits couples and families who want a resort base for exploring the south coast of Menorca. The hotel has a spa, a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and a pool bar. It also lists a buffet restaurant, a lounge and bars.

This is a full-service stay with 24-hour front desk, concierge and room service. The property offers entertainment activities, a solarium and a garden. Guests can arrange car rental and shuttle services through the hotel. The hotel allows pets and has a playground for children.

Location: Cala Galdana

The hotel stands in the Cala Galdana area, a horseshoe bay on the south coast of Menorca. Cala Galdana itself is 0.5 km straight line from the hotel. The bay has a sandy beach backed by low cliffs and pine trees. In high summer the cove and its car park fill early. In the shoulder months of May, June and September the area is quieter and the water is warm enough for swimming.

The nearest village is Es Mercadal, 12.5 km away straight line, at the foot of Monte Toro. Son Bou, the longest beach on the island with dunes and a wetland, is 10.6 km straight line away. A hire car is useful for reaching these places and the smaller coves nearby. Taxis and seasonal buses also serve the area; check the island bus operator for summer timetables.

Rooms and facilities

Rooms at Melia Cala Galdana Menorca are listed with air conditioning, a balcony or terrace, a minibar, a safe, a TV, a telephone and free WiFi. Each room has a bath, bathrobes, slippers, a hairdryer and toiletries. Some rooms have a sofa bed, which suits families with children. A cot can be requested.

The hotel has non-smoking rooms and family rooms. For late arrivals, the 24-hour front desk and room service are available. Guests should confirm the exact room type and view with the property at the time of booking. The hotel lists a desk, an iron and board, a fan and luggage storage.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 23.3 km straight line from the hotel. A taxi from the airport to Cala Galdana takes about 30 minutes. A hire car collected at the airport gives flexibility for exploring the south coast. Seasonal buses run from the airport to Maó and, in summer, to the resorts; check the island bus operator for current routes.

Maó port is 26.2 km straight line away. Ferries from Maó link to Barcelona with overnight crossings. From the port, a taxi or hire car is the most direct option. Flights and ferries are fewer in winter, so check schedules outside the main season. The hotel can arrange a shuttle service.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

The hotel is a short walk from Cala Galdana, a sandy bay in a horseshoe cove. The nearby coves of Cala Macarella, 2.1 km straight line, and Cala Turqueta, 4.4 km straight line, are known for white sand and clear water. In summer, arrive early or use the seasonal bus, as car parks fill. The Camí de Cavalls, the coastal bridleway, passes through this area.

The Naveta des Tudons, a boat-shaped prehistoric tomb, is 9 km straight line away near Ciutadella. Es Mercadal and Monte Toro, the highest point on Menorca at about 358 m, are 12.5 km straight line from the hotel. Mahón-Menorca cheese, with a protected designation of origin, is a local product to try.

A day from Melia Cala Galdana Menorca

Start the morning with breakfast at the hotel buffet. Walk down to Cala Galdana for a swim before the crowds arrive. From there, follow the coastal path or take a short drive to Cala Macarella, 2.1 km straight line, for a quieter cove. The water is clear and the pine trees provide shade.

For lunch, return to the hotel or pack a picnic. In the afternoon, drive to Cala Turqueta, 4.4 km straight line, or head inland to Es Mercadal and Monte Toro, 12.5 km away. The sanctuary at the top offers views of both coasts. In the evening, have dinner at the hotel and watch the sunset over the bay.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April; check the hotel's opening dates before booking. July and August are the peak months with the highest temperatures and the most visitors. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax, the ecotasa, is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and the accommodation type, 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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