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16 years 7 months ago
We stayed at the Blanc Palace in Sa Caleta. First impressions were good - the hotel/apart-hotel has a nice, large reception and it certainly looked as though it lived up to its 4 star rating. Our room wasn't ready upon arrival, so we had to wait 45mins or so before we could get our stuff away.
We found the hotel to be adequate for our needs and certainly it was very good for our four year old son, who loved the kids' pool and entertainment - certainly couldn't fault the hotel for entertaining kids.
As said above, the kids' pool (and the big pool) are really good, as is the availability of sun loungers; we had no difficulty finding these.
Our apartment was air conditioned, which means the room is nice and cool. The cleaners attended regularly, but we found they only cleaned certain things when they did come - they also moved some of our bits. Also, because the apartment floor had not been mopped, we had a large infestation of ants in our room. When we told reception, there were unsurprised and said the cleaner would come and spray some stuff. This was effective, but we later saw ants all over the hotel and, looking on this website, it seems other people have had similar problems too.
The bar was nicely decorated; however, at
We found the hotel to be adequate for our needs and certainly it was very good for our four year old son, who loved the kids' pool and entertainment - certainly couldn't fault the hotel for entertaining kids.
As said above, the kids' pool (and the big pool) are really good, as is the availability of sun loungers; we had no difficulty finding these.
Our apartment was air conditioned, which means the room is nice and cool. The cleaners attended regularly, but we found they only cleaned certain things when they did come - they also moved some of our bits. Also, because the apartment floor had not been mopped, we had a large infestation of ants in our room. When we told reception, there were unsurprised and said the cleaner would come and spray some stuff. This was effective, but we later saw ants all over the hotel and, looking on this website, it seems other people have had similar problems too.
The bar was nicely decorated; however, at
Travel operator: First Choice/My Travel/Airtours
Recommended
16 years 7 months ago
It was our first time in menorca and it was a brilliant first impression.the staff couldn't of been anymore helpfull.the rooms were spotless and were constantly cleaned.we loved the fact they had a shallow kids pool because i had young children and the kids loved having a choice between the pool,park and softplay.our apartments were facing the parg asweell which was a bonus.the staff and holiday reps were great with the kids as were the kids clubs.we will definately be returning to the blanc palace
Travel operator: AIRTOURS
Recommended
16 years 8 months ago
We've just returned from a 7 night stay at the Blanc Palace and we all wanted to stay longer, we had a fantastic holiday, we are a couple in our 30's with a 2 year old and we found everything to our satisfaction.
The rooms are bigger than you normally get and had all you needed, the air con was really powerfull.
i didn't see anyone that didn't have children, the complex is ideal for familys especially if your kids are under 10, not much for teenagers!
The entertainment was good, you usual kids disco, bingo and family show, even in august most people had gone by 11pm and the complex went quiet.
We went to the Ocean Restaurant which was next door quite a lot we found the food excellent (recommend the suckling lamb!) It also had a pool and bouncy castle you could use which we went to during the day for a change.
The pool at the Blanc Palace is perfect, the kids pool is massive compared to most and the main pool is lovely, no matter what time we went to the pool we always found sunbeds.
We found all the staff really friendly & helpfull especially at reception.
Sa Caletta is very small, just a small parade with a pub, restaurant, chinese and shop and the beach thats a 2 minute walk from the Blanc Palace is very small and quiet.
The bus service is excellent and runs every 15 mins from outside the hotel, we went to Cala Bocsh about 15 mins away and this was worth visiting, will probably stay here next year, had lots more going on but still in August didn't feel too busy, a lovely harbour and plenty of shops and restaurants.
We also went to Ciudella a couple of times this is the old capital as is worth a visit.
All in all a fantastic week, but don't go if you are looking for a lively group holiday, this is for familys looking for a friendly , quiet safe holiday!
The rooms are bigger than you normally get and had all you needed, the air con was really powerfull.
i didn't see anyone that didn't have children, the complex is ideal for familys especially if your kids are under 10, not much for teenagers!
The entertainment was good, you usual kids disco, bingo and family show, even in august most people had gone by 11pm and the complex went quiet.
We went to the Ocean Restaurant which was next door quite a lot we found the food excellent (recommend the suckling lamb!) It also had a pool and bouncy castle you could use which we went to during the day for a change.
The pool at the Blanc Palace is perfect, the kids pool is massive compared to most and the main pool is lovely, no matter what time we went to the pool we always found sunbeds.
We found all the staff really friendly & helpfull especially at reception.
Sa Caletta is very small, just a small parade with a pub, restaurant, chinese and shop and the beach thats a 2 minute walk from the Blanc Palace is very small and quiet.
The bus service is excellent and runs every 15 mins from outside the hotel, we went to Cala Bocsh about 15 mins away and this was worth visiting, will probably stay here next year, had lots more going on but still in August didn't feel too busy, a lovely harbour and plenty of shops and restaurants.
We also went to Ciudella a couple of times this is the old capital as is worth a visit.
All in all a fantastic week, but don't go if you are looking for a lively group holiday, this is for familys looking for a friendly , quiet safe holiday!
Travel operator: Airtours
Recommended
16 years 8 months ago
The Blanc Palace must be one of the cleanest places I have ever stayed in. Very regular bedding and towel changes and spotless rooms which were well kitted out. The staff were all very friendly and made an effort to speak with my children when they saw them. The entertainment and child care teams were excellent. We had reservations about letting our children out of our sight due to recent events but they operate a secure signing in and out routine so our kids enjoyed their time spent in the clubs.
The 2 swimming pools were fantastic and cleaned regularly with all the sunbeds positioned around them making it very easy to keep an eye on the children without getting wet!
The only irritaion was that they supposedly operate a policy where sunbeds may not be reserved and towels would be removed. This does not happen. In order to get a bed in a location of your choice you had to be down by the pool by 7.30am. I noticed on quite a number of occasions that beds had towels on woth nobody using them until noon!!
Definately geared to families with kids under 12years.
Overall excellent - probably return next year.
The 2 swimming pools were fantastic and cleaned regularly with all the sunbeds positioned around them making it very easy to keep an eye on the children without getting wet!
The only irritaion was that they supposedly operate a policy where sunbeds may not be reserved and towels would be removed. This does not happen. In order to get a bed in a location of your choice you had to be down by the pool by 7.30am. I noticed on quite a number of occasions that beds had towels on woth nobody using them until noon!!
Definately geared to families with kids under 12years.
Overall excellent - probably return next year.
Travel operator: Airtours
Recommended
16 years 8 months ago
We travelled to Menorca with our daughter who is 2 years old. when we arrived we were given a welcome pack which was great at that time of night. we could go up to our room and get a nice cup of tea!! the Apartment was spotless clean with a lovely view over the resort. the bathroom was a great size! the pool was massive and the baby pool was a great size too! my wee one loved it! the night entertainment was second to none! i particularly loved the Spanish night when the traditional spanish dancers put on a unbelieveable show! my little girl danced the night away!! the staff were so helpful and polite and do everything to make you feel settled. i was a bit wary about going away with the wee one in light of recent events but this resort is very very safe and everyone looks out for one another! the food at the restaurant was lovely and resonably priced! the Ocean Restaurant just up the road was beautful. i recommend the Veal Entrec
Travel operator: Airtours
Recommended
16 years 8 months ago
Good hotel excellent for children, friendly staff and the reps do a good job keeping everyone entertained. Loads of play equipment for the kids.
Huge pool but some safety issues, no lifeguard, showering before you go in not bothered with as the one shower is hard to find, Rounded edges on the sides mean there's nothing to grab hold of if you get into difficulties, children need watching all the time.
Nice and clean and great courtyard type layout, however some balconeys are directly opposite each other a matter of feet apart, talk about eye ball to eye ball, not good atall. There also seemed to be loads of ants everywhere. specially coming from the decking round the pool, but they were also on our balcony. A minus point was that although there were three adults in our party the hotel refused us an extra chair for our balcony, not good customer service, but otherwise a good hotel.
Huge pool but some safety issues, no lifeguard, showering before you go in not bothered with as the one shower is hard to find, Rounded edges on the sides mean there's nothing to grab hold of if you get into difficulties, children need watching all the time.
Nice and clean and great courtyard type layout, however some balconeys are directly opposite each other a matter of feet apart, talk about eye ball to eye ball, not good atall. There also seemed to be loads of ants everywhere. specially coming from the decking round the pool, but they were also on our balcony. A minus point was that although there were three adults in our party the hotel refused us an extra chair for our balcony, not good customer service, but otherwise a good hotel.
Travel operator: My Travel
Recommended
16 years 8 months ago
Returned from the Blanc Palace at the end of August and can not find anything negative to say about the whole holiday, the standard of service from Airtours was excellent, the reps did a fantastic job and our two girls (5 & 6 years) had a wonderful time. The quality of the staff at the hotel was exceptional and their standard of English put us all to shame, (however did find that if you do try and speak a little Spanish you do get preferential treatment).
The place is spotless the resort is very quiet but has a lovely restaurant next door called the Ocean (sea bass is great). It's only a short walk round to another couple of good restaurants including Sa Quadro steak house ( my children took a shine to this place) and there is a very good bus service which stops nearly outside to take you to other nearby resorts.
If you want to eat pie and chips at the local Karaoke bar DO NOT go to the blanc palace, if you have young children and you want a fantastic relaxing holiday and be able to sample some Spanish culture in nearby towns then book a holiday here. My wife and I spent most of the holiday thinking something had to go wrong as it was too perfect, fortunately it didn't and we are even considering going back next year (something we said we would NEVER do).
The place is spotless the resort is very quiet but has a lovely restaurant next door called the Ocean (sea bass is great). It's only a short walk round to another couple of good restaurants including Sa Quadro steak house ( my children took a shine to this place) and there is a very good bus service which stops nearly outside to take you to other nearby resorts.
If you want to eat pie and chips at the local Karaoke bar DO NOT go to the blanc palace, if you have young children and you want a fantastic relaxing holiday and be able to sample some Spanish culture in nearby towns then book a holiday here. My wife and I spent most of the holiday thinking something had to go wrong as it was too perfect, fortunately it didn't and we are even considering going back next year (something we said we would NEVER do).
Travel operator: Airtours
Recommended
16 years 8 months ago
This was the second year that we have stayed at the Blanc Palace.
Our children love the pool and the room to play without bumping into others. The rooms are clean bright and spacious.
The staff we have always found to be very friendly and helpful. The restaurant in the hotel is clean, spacious and there is always ample staff and well presented food at reasonable prices.
There are two beaches approx 100 meters from the hotel one small one medium size which has ample bars, hotels, and places to eat, over the last two years we have eaten in lots of different places but have found that the Ocean bar (which is a stones throw from the hotel) is the best especially if you have young children as there are bouncy castles and games to keep the kids entertained.
The location of the hotel is great it's nice and quiet, if your looking for noisy nightlife stay away. You can travel anywhere by bus or taxi witch are inexpensive, lots of places to eat at ciutadella, great harbour with lots of restaurants and it's a lovely walk either to or from the hotel.
There are three shops near the hotel for groceries and the usual holiday stuff and a large hypermarket nearby.
Our children love the pool and the room to play without bumping into others. The rooms are clean bright and spacious.
The staff we have always found to be very friendly and helpful. The restaurant in the hotel is clean, spacious and there is always ample staff and well presented food at reasonable prices.
There are two beaches approx 100 meters from the hotel one small one medium size which has ample bars, hotels, and places to eat, over the last two years we have eaten in lots of different places but have found that the Ocean bar (which is a stones throw from the hotel) is the best especially if you have young children as there are bouncy castles and games to keep the kids entertained.
The location of the hotel is great it's nice and quiet, if your looking for noisy nightlife stay away. You can travel anywhere by bus or taxi witch are inexpensive, lots of places to eat at ciutadella, great harbour with lots of restaurants and it's a lovely walk either to or from the hotel.
There are three shops near the hotel for groceries and the usual holiday stuff and a large hypermarket nearby.
Travel operator: my travel
Recommended
16 years 9 months ago
On arrival the hotel was very impressive but found the apartment very dark. Very clean although water leaked from the shower which was quite dangerous.
Location of hotel was too quiet and not enough outside restaurants. I found hotel staff unfriendly and unhelpful.
During our stay we encountered a rat outside the ocean restraunt and also at our apartment. We therefore would not eat in any of the restaurants in the vicinity.
Citudella is only a short bus ride away which is a lovely place. This was my first time in Menorca and I would definitely not go back.
Location of hotel was too quiet and not enough outside restaurants. I found hotel staff unfriendly and unhelpful.
During our stay we encountered a rat outside the ocean restraunt and also at our apartment. We therefore would not eat in any of the restaurants in the vicinity.
Citudella is only a short bus ride away which is a lovely place. This was my first time in Menorca and I would definitely not go back.
Travel operator: Airtours
16 years 11 months ago
Just returned home from the Blanc Palace Apartments and we have had an excellent holiday.
Tha apartment was lovely and clean and they were well equiped for all our self catering needs. The maids always left plenty of clean towels and cleaned regually.
The pool area was nice too, plenty of free sunbeds and sun brollys, good for small children.
There was always a lot going on in the apartments. The airtours resident entertainment team are excellent nighty entertainment, mini discos, games around the swimming pool in the day, but no-one was too pushy and you could take part in as much or as little as we wanted.
The airtours rep was nice but had no concept of time and her favourite sign "back in ten minutes" usually meant about half an hour but hey ho-who cares when you are on your jollies...
The resort of Sa Caleta was very quiet only a very, very small amount of resturants and bars, most of the entertainment in hotel based, if you are looking to party till dawn, this is definatly the wrong place for you.
Outside the hotel there are bus stops where yoy can reach Cala n bosch, Cuitedella and Cala Blanca, for 1 euro 35 per person each way, the buses are reliable and regluar, a really cheap way to see the island and go to busier resorts. There is another small bay not far from Sa Caleta (well within walking distance) with a few more resturants and a bigger beach. There is a steak house there called Sa Quadra the food there is really nice and you can eat outside or in the cave resturant.
All in all a great pleace to stay.
Tha apartment was lovely and clean and they were well equiped for all our self catering needs. The maids always left plenty of clean towels and cleaned regually.
The pool area was nice too, plenty of free sunbeds and sun brollys, good for small children.
There was always a lot going on in the apartments. The airtours resident entertainment team are excellent nighty entertainment, mini discos, games around the swimming pool in the day, but no-one was too pushy and you could take part in as much or as little as we wanted.
The airtours rep was nice but had no concept of time and her favourite sign "back in ten minutes" usually meant about half an hour but hey ho-who cares when you are on your jollies...
The resort of Sa Caleta was very quiet only a very, very small amount of resturants and bars, most of the entertainment in hotel based, if you are looking to party till dawn, this is definatly the wrong place for you.
Outside the hotel there are bus stops where yoy can reach Cala n bosch, Cuitedella and Cala Blanca, for 1 euro 35 per person each way, the buses are reliable and regluar, a really cheap way to see the island and go to busier resorts. There is another small bay not far from Sa Caleta (well within walking distance) with a few more resturants and a bigger beach. There is a steak house there called Sa Quadra the food there is really nice and you can eat outside or in the cave resturant.
All in all a great pleace to stay.
Travel operator: Airtours
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