Beach and quiet
Holidays in Cala Galdana offer everything you need for a beachy break. Here you’ll find soft golden sands filled with sun loungers and parasols, and backed by luxury hotels and restaurants, as well as a wide range of watersports. Families will love the lively atmosphere of the larger beaches, while couples can find their own private cove among the host which are peppered along Menorca’s south west coast.
The town of Cala Galdana itself has a selection of family friendly restaurants and bars, along with little cafés and boutiques. Surrounded by the emerald greens of the forests which creep into the luscious streets of the town, Cala Galdana holidays offer a chance to unwind and make the most of your time off. The port is home to fishing boats and the chance to book boat trips and explore the island, while there are lots of activities on offer for both families and couples.
The modern town of Cala Galdana is perfect for those wanting to enjoy quiet, luxury holidays in Menorca. Its purpose built streets are home to playgrounds, mini water parks, mini golf courses, and other family friendly activities, while the cove is ideal for everyone. Choose from traditional Menorcan dishes and global cuisine washed down with cocktails and fine wines, before hiking along the cliffs and finding your perfect stretch of sand.
At Sovereign we’ll help ensure your luxury holidays in Cala Galdana offer everything you need. Whether you’re travelling with children, a small group or as a couple we’ll help you select one of the hotels in our fantastic selection.
Every one of our hotels is handpicked and personally visited by our team.
Cala Galdana is home to my favourite beach in Menorca. The white sands and turquoise waters will have you thinking you're in the Caribbean, and the restaurants and bars along the prom are handy for lunchtime.
Flight time from the UK to Menorca is around 2 hours 15 minutes.
If you're planning a trip to Menorca (MEN) from the UK, the following airports have direct flights:
Belfast International (BFS), Birmingham (BHX), Bournemouth (BOH), Bristol (BRS), Cardiff (CWL), East Midlands (EMA), Edinburgh (EDI), Exeter (EXT), Glasgow (GLA), Leeds Bradford (LBA), Liverpool (LPL), London Gatwick (LGW), London Luton (LTN), London Stansted (STN), Manchester (MAN), Newcastle (NCL) and Norwich (NWI).
Transfer time from Mahon airport to Cala Galdana is approximately 30 minutes.
Expect reliable beach weather from April all the way through to September, with average temperatures around 25°C and a bit more shade in August. Summers in Menorca are dry and the sea is lovely and warm, while spring and autumn months stay in the late teens for pleasant hiking weather.
Currently visas are not required for UK citizens travelling to Spain.
Restaurant bills include a service charge by law in Spain, so whether you choose to tip further is up to you. If you enjoyed the meal and service, it is customary to leave 5-10%. Hotel porters and maids will appreciate a small tip, and while taxi drivers don’t require a tip, it’s common to round up the fare.
The official language of Spain is Spanish. English is widely spoken too, so getting by is easy.