Menorca is defined by its protected natural landscapes. Its unspoiled nature is one of the island’s main attractions and Barceló Nura (the most minimalist and eco-conscious hotel in the Barceló Group) fully embraces this. The hotel’s design is a seamless extension of the landscape: low-rise buildings, rooms that open up to the sea, and materials like water, wood, and stone are at the heart of its architecture. Despite having 128 rooms, the hotel never feels like a massive resort. The atmosphere remains calm and intimate, and the service is impeccable. Looking for sea views? You’ll find them here. Its location in the quiet Biniancollet area on the island’s southern coast makes it the perfect base for exploring beaches like Binidalí, Cala’n Porter, or Santo Tomás, as well as the picturesque village of Binibeca.
Address: Carrer Biniancolle0803, 22, 07713 Biniacolla, Illes Balears, Spain
Price: From about £170 per night.
Hotel Boutique Can Sastre
On the opposite side of the island, in Ciutadella, you’ll find Menorca’s other cultural and historical hub, and some of the most charming hotels in the Mediterranean. Can Sastre, a small boutique hotel housed in a 17th-century building, is one of them. Its history is particularly charming: the property was once home to La Sin Nombre, a beloved pastry shop run by four generations of the same family. Today, what used to be the counter where bread and cakes were sold is now the reception desk at the hotel. The décor combines contemporary art with antique furniture and gives the space a distinctive, personal character. Carefully chosen scents fill the common areas, and thoughtful touches like breakfast products grown nearby bring subtle locality into the experience. If you’re looking for something special to lay your head, the Sant Jeroni Suite won’t disappoint – its terrace offers one of the most picturesque perspectives of Ciutadella’s historic centre.
Address: Placeta del Roser, 6, 07760 Ciutadella, Illes Balears, Spain
Price: From about £120 per night.