Switch off in Menorca.
We'll handle the rest.
Your trip, shaped around you. Fancy the island's best little dishes? Your table's booked. Horse riding over the dunes? Just say when. A private boat along the coast? Done. You relax. Clarice takes care of the rest.
One island. The ways to stay.
Your Menorca specialist
I'm Clarice, and I personally select each stay and experience we offer. With years of living and working on the island and a trusted local network, I'm here to make your Menorca holiday effortless and unforgettable. You don't just book four nights; you book four days of Menorca, handled.
Local knowledge
Years on the island. Insider tips and hidden gems you won't find online.
Personal service
We listen, we care, we tailor every detail of your trip.
Trusted network
Handpicked local partners, diving, riding, car hire, we know and trust.
Not just another summer holiday
We'll handle the island
Car rental
Ready at the airport
Boat trips
Sail the crystal waters
Local tips
Our insider favourites
Restaurants
Handpicked for you
Beaches
Find your perfect spot
Activities
Riding, diving, buggy tours
In their own words
"Clarice thought of everything before we even asked. The villa was exactly as promised, and her beach tips turned an ordinary week into the best holiday we've had."
"We didn't just book four nights — we got four days of Menorca, handled. The boat trip she arranged to a hidden cove was the highlight of the whole trip."
"It felt like having a friend on the island. Honest restaurant picks, no tourist traps, and someone to call. We're already planning to come back."
La Sal 07
Our restaurant, cellar-lounge and rooftop, a place of its own within Pardela. A separate concept, same care: honest island cooking, natural wine and sea air. Opening this summer.
Where will you stay?
One brand, two ways to stay, both with the same personal service and the whole island at your fingertips. Not sure which fits? We'll help you choose.
The Rooms
Boutique rooms in the heart of Es Castell, social, central, steps from the harbour and (soon) the rooftop and restaurant. Ideal for couples and short island escapes.
Explore the rooms →The Villas
Four private villas and apartments across Menorca, pools, space and privacy for families and groups who want a base of their own.
Explore the homes →Still deciding?
Tell us about your trip and we'll point you to the right stay, and the experiences to go with it.
Pardela Rooms
Our own design-led rooms in the heart of Es Castell, by the harbour, calm and easy, with La Sal 07's restaurant and rooftop bar right downstairs. A stylish town base with the whole island on the doorstep.
The space
In the heart of Es Castell, steps from the Cales Fonts harbour, Pardela's rooms are a calm, design-led base in town: bright bedrooms with island textures, a full kitchen, a dedicated workspace and laundry, set up for a few days or a few weeks. Downstairs, La Sal 07 brings the restaurant and rooftop bar; outside, the harbour, the capital and the south-coast calas are all close.
- Design-led bedrooms with island textures
- Full kitchen, laundry & workspace
- La Sal 07 restaurant & rooftop bar downstairs
- Steps from the Cales Fonts harbour
- Walkable town base · whole island within reach
Couples, friends and remote workers who want a stylish town base, with the harbour, restaurants and rooftop on the doorstep.
In the neighbourhood
Cales Fonts
Harbour dinners, 5 min walk
Maó / Mahón
Capital & harbour, 10 min
Fort Marlborough
Historic fort, nearby
South-coast calas
Short drive
Explore the rooms
The Stays
Our own rooms in Es Castell and four private villas across the island, each chosen for a different kind of trip. Click one to see who it's perfect for.
Pardela Rooms
Our own design-led rooms in the heart of Es Castell, by the harbour, with La Sal 07's restaurant and rooftop bar downstairs. A stylish town base with the whole island close.
View the rooms →Villa Caterina
Four bedrooms, private pool, BBQ and garden in the pine-forest district of Sa Roca, central on the island, 30 min from Mahón. Recently renovated.
View villa →Villa Maravilla
Near Binibeca, 500 m from the beach and the white village of Binibeca Vell. Fully air-conditioned with a pellet stove, perfect for families, 15 km from the airport.
View villa →Villa Primavera
A characterful 3-bedroom villa with private pool in the quiet, upscale Cala Rata area, palm-fringed, artistic and warm, minutes from the port of Mahón.
View villa →Lulu Menorca
A bright apartment in the seaside resort of Cala Blanca, on the coast 4 km from Ciutadella, walking distance to the sandy coves of Cala Santandría and Cala Blanca.
View apartment →Villa Caterina
A spacious villa with a private pool and easy access to the island's best calas, a calm, private base for families who want space and freedom.
The space
Set in Sa Roca, Villa Caterina gives a family room to breathe: open living areas, a private pool, shaded terraces for long lunches, and bedrooms enough for everyone. Close to Mahón for dinners out, and a short drive from some of the quietest calas on the south coast.
- Private pool & sun terrace
- Air-conditioning & Wi-Fi
- Parking on site
- Family- and child-friendly
- 15 min to Mahón · 20 min to the nearest beach
Families and groups who want privacy, space and a quiet base to explore the island at their own pace.
In the neighbourhood
Cala Mesquida
Quiet sandy cala, 20 min
Mahón old town
Harbour dinners, 15 min
Camí de Cavalls
Coastal trail nearby
Local market
Fresh produce, weekly
Villa Maravilla
A bright, air-conditioned villa just 500 m from the beach and the white lanes of Binibeca Vell, a big pool, pergola-shaded terraces and a rooftop corner with sea views. Room for the whole family.
The space
Near Binibeca, Villa Maravilla is built for easy family summers: a large pool, pergola-shaded terraces for long lunches, a rooftop corner with sea views, and five bright bedrooms. Fully air-conditioned with a pellet stove for cooler evenings, and the white village of Binibeca Vell and the south-east coves are minutes away.
- Large private pool & pergola terrace
- Air-conditioning throughout & pellet stove
- Five bedrooms · sleeps a large family
- Rooftop terrace with sea views
- 500 m to the beach · 15 km to the airport
Larger families and groups who want space, shade and the beach within walking distance.
In the neighbourhood
Binibeca Vell
White village, 5 min
Cala Binibèquer
Sandy cove, 500 m
Mahón old town
Harbour dinners, 15 min
Cala en Porter
Beach & cliffs, 10 min
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Villa Primavera
A characterful villa in the upscale Cala Rata area, looking out over the port of Maó, a private pool, palm-shaded terraces and a covered dining terrace, all facing the water. Artistic, warm and minutes from the harbour.
The space
In the quiet, upscale Cala Rata area, Villa Primavera looks straight out over the port of Maó: a private pool edged with bougainvillea, palm-shaded terraces and a covered dining terrace with an outdoor kitchen, all facing the water. Inside, character and calm: a bright living and dining room, a study with a harbour view, and three bedrooms, some opening to the sea.
- Private pool & sun terrace facing the harbour
- Covered dining terrace with outdoor kitchen
- Three bedrooms · sea & harbour views
- Study/workspace with a view
- Minutes from the port of Maó & the capital
Couples and families who want a private pool, harbour views and the restaurants of Maó's port within easy reach.
In the neighbourhood
Port of Maó
Harbour & dining, 5 min
Maó old town
Capital, 10 min
Es Castell
Harbour town, 10 min
Cala Llonga
Coastal area, nearby
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Lulu Menorca
A bright, easy apartment in the seaside resort of Cala Blanca on the west coast, a sea-view terrace, a relaxed living room and a full kitchen, with a shared pool and the sandy coves just down the road.
The space
In the seaside resort of Cala Blanca on the quieter west coast, Lulu is a relaxed apartment built for easy beach days: a sea-view terrace with table and parasol, a bright living room, a full kitchen and two bedrooms. There's a shared pool in the residence, and the sandy coves of Cala Blanca and Cala Santandría are a short walk away, with Ciutadella just 4 km up the coast.
- Sea-view terrace with table & parasol
- Bright living room & full kitchen
- Two bedrooms · sleeps up to four
- Shared pool in the residence
- Walk to Cala Blanca & Cala Santandría beaches
Couples and small families who want a relaxed, walk-to-the-beach base on the quieter west coast.
In the neighbourhood
Cala Blanca
Sandy beach, 5 min walk
Cala Santandría
Sheltered cove, short walk
Ciutadella
Old town, 4 km
West coast
Best sunsets on the island
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Experience Menorca
You don't just book a bed, you book the island. Tell us what you'd love to do, and Clarice arranges it through her trusted local network.
Car rental
Your car ready and waiting at the airport, so your holiday starts the moment you land.
Ask Clarice →Boat trips
Sail the crystal waters and reach calas you can only get to from the sea.
Ask Clarice →Horse riding
Ride the Camí de Cavalls and coastal paths with trusted local guides.
Ask Clarice →Diving & snorkelling
Explore the clear waters and marine reserves with certified local partners.
Ask Clarice →Buggy tours
Off the beaten track to the island's hidden corners, a favourite with families.
Ask Clarice →Restaurant tips
Where the locals eat, booked for you, from harbour tables to hidden gems.
Ask Clarice →Make your whole trip personal
Share your dates and what you have in mind, Clarice will put together a plan that fits your group.
The 10 most beautiful calas
Handpicked by your Menorca specialist, the bays worth the early start, the walk or the boat. Tap any cove to see how to reach it, what to expect, and the local tip you won't find on the signposts.
A local note from Clarice: honestly, almost every beach on Menorca is beautiful. In high summer, avoid the busiest calas on the south coast, or reach them by boat. And for something active, pair a beach day with a kayak from Cala en Porter or Es Grau.
Not sure which cove fits your trip?
Some need a boat, some a long walk, some are perfect with toddlers. Tell Clarice your group and your dates, she'll match the beaches to your stay and arrange the boat trips.
Island highlights
More than the beaches, the 10 places where you really feel the island. Old towns, clifftop viewpoints, ancient stone and a sunset bar carved into the rock. Click a spot for how to get there and the local tip.
Build it into your days
Clarice weaves these into your trip, a sunset session, a harbour boat, tickets and timings, so you see the best of the island without the planning headache.
Where the locals eat
Clarice's handpicked tables
From tapas in Maó and lobster-stew classics in Fornells to summer beach clubs and clifftop sunsets, these are the tables Clarice sends her guests to. Tap any spot for the details, and she'll happily book it for you.
The table is the hard part, so let Clarice book it
The best places fill up weeks ahead in summer. Tell Clarice your dates and what you fancy, caldereta in Fornells, a sunset terrace, a Michelin night, and she'll reserve it for you.
Towns & villages
The 10 most beautiful towns and villages, from the old capital to whitewashed fishing villages and quiet inland gems. Click one for the feel of the place, how to get there and the local tip.
Which village fits your trip?
After lively harbours, photogenic white villages or the quiet of the interior? Tell us what you're after, and we'll match the villages to your stay and your day trips.
Hidden spots & gems
The places that aren't in every guidebook, hidden coves, caves, a rock arch and a green gorge. For anyone who wants to go beyond the famous calas. Click one for the story and the local tip.
Want to see the real, hidden Menorca?
Many of these take a walk, a boat, or just the right timing. Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll point the way and arrange whatever it takes.
Menorca with the family
The best spots and outings with kids, roomy family beaches, calm little bays and days out that are something other than the beach. Click one for why it works with children and the local tip.
Travelling with children?
Ages, a pushchair, shallow water or a bit of adventure, tell us about your family and we'll tune the beaches, outings and the stay around it.
The Menorca Guide
Years of island knowledge, in one place. Honest guides to the beaches, villages, food and hidden corners, written by someone who actually lives here. (Articles fill up in phase 2.)
Every guide leads somewhere
Each article connects to the right stays and experiences, so reading turns naturally into planning. This is how Pardela gets found, and how guests arrive ready to book direct.
About Clarice
Pardela carries a family story. Clarice's grandfather dreamed of running a hotel with his family; her mother's name, Vogelaar, "the one of the birds", lives on in the pardela, the Balearic seabird that nests right here on Menorca. Two birds in flight: family, together.
For years Clarice has lived, worked and written about the island, building the local knowledge and the network of trusted partners that turn a stay into a real Menorca experience. Where others hand you keys, she hands you the island.
That's the promise of Pardela: book the stay, and we'll handle the rest, the car at the airport, the quiet cala, the table where the locals eat.
Is your dream home on Menorca?
My name is Clarice de Bruin. Living on Menorca was always my dream, and it's one I've since made real. I think it's a wonderful island, and I love sharing that enthusiasm with others.
I believe Menorca is a wonderful place to live, to holiday and to invest. The moment you arrive, you feel how relaxed it is. Everywhere you look, you see how carefully islanders have cared for this place for generations. Menorca is clean, safe, and nature comes first here, and the sun shines for most of the year.
I live on Menorca with my two daughters. We've been coming to the island regularly since 2008, and although it's relatively small, there's an enormous amount to discover, after all these years we still haven't seen it all. On my blog I share tips, inspiration and the island's hidden gems.
When you picture a home in the Balearics, your mind may go straight to Mallorca or Ibiza. But have you ever considered a dream home on Menorca?
Menorca was once called Mallorca's quiet little sister, but that picture is well out of date. The island offers a rare combination of calm, authenticity and comfort: stylish hotels, excellent restaurants and a high quality of life, without the crowds you'll find on some other islands.
Did you know Menorca has more beaches than Mallorca and Ibiza combined? From sweeping stretches of sand to hidden coves of crystal-clear water, there's something for everyone.
One of the island's greatest draws is the Camí de Cavalls, a historic path that traces Menorca's entire coastline, perfect for walking, running, riding and mountain biking, passing remote beaches, dramatic cliffs and hidden caves along the way. Here you can kayak, sail, dive, snorkel, or simply soak up the quiet on an idyllic beach beside an azure sea.
More and more walkers discover Menorca in spring and autumn. And travellers who love the buzz of Ibiza increasingly choose Menorca too, somewhere to truly unwind. It's exactly that combination of nature, calm, quality and authenticity that makes the island so special.
Who knows, your dream home might just be on Menorca.
Help me choose
Tell us about your trip. We'll suggest the stays and experiences that fit, personally, by Clarice. No obligation.
A perfect week
Six days that balance culture, nature and pure relaxation, put together by Clarice herself. Adjust it to your dates and your pace; she is happy to fine tune it or book anything you like.
Isla del Rei and Mahón
- Morning: boat to Isla del Rei to visit the gallery and gardens
- Lunch: on the island, or back in Mahón
- Afternoon: explore Mahón: the harbour, old town and market
Cala en Porter, kayak and Cova d'en Xoroi
- Morning or afternoon: kayak along the cliffs towards Cales Coves. Go guided for more insight, or self hire for more freedom
- Late afternoon: beach time and relax
- Evening: sunset drinks at Cova d'en Xoroi
Cala Rafalet, cycling and Punta Prima
- Morning: Cala Rafalet, a quiet and rugged inlet, lovely for snorkelling
- Midday: cycle towards Punta Prima
- Afternoon: Punta Prima beach
Cala Morell: snorkelling and sunset
- Morning: snorkelling in clear water over the rocks
- Midday: the ancient cave dwellings and a short walk
- Evening: sunset over a calm, open horizon
Es Grau, flamingos, kayak and Illa d'en Colom
- Morning, flamingos: walk from the beach to the lagoon (5 to 10 minutes). Best spots: Sa Gola and the bird hides. Best time: early morning or evening
- Kayak: first hug the coast to the right for small caves and snorkel spots, then cross to Illa d'en Colom
- On the island: Cala Tamarells, the best beach, for a swim, a snorkel and a relax
- Eat: Bar Es Moll (simple, local, quick) or Tamarindos (great view, ideal for lunch or sunset)
Faro de Cavalleria, cave and beach
- Lighthouse: park nearby and take in the views over the north coast
- Cave: walk left of the lighthouse (1 to 3 minutes) to a small entrance and a dark tunnel that ends in a window above the sea
- Plateau, east side: right of the lighthouse, a 5 to 10 minute walk, quiet and panoramic
- Beach: Platja de Cavalleria, red sand and wilder water
Extra tip: Cala Macarella
Skip it in high season, when it is busy and parking is hard. Better to go early and hike in, or, the best option, hire a boat.
Also worth it near Es Castell
- Boat excursions to Illa del Llatzeret and Illa del Rei
- La Mola fortress and the Castillo de San Felipe
- The military museum, Museo Histórico Militar de Menorca
- Coastal walks around the harbour
Good to know
- Mornings are the best time, calm and with little wind
- North coast: wilder, but quieter · South coast: prettier water, but busier
- Always bring water, sun protection and a snorkel
- Check the wind, which matters on kayak days
Contact
Questions, special requests, or just want to say hello? We're a small local team, you'll always reach a real person.
Pardela Menorca
Es Castell, Menorca · Balearic Islands
- +34 690 024 224
- info@pardelamenorca.com
- Local team, on the island
La Sal 07
A restaurant, a cellar-lounge and a rooftop, three moods, one address in the heart of Es Castell. A separate brand with its own story, born inside Pardela.
La Sal 07 gets its own identity and website. For our guests it's the easiest table in town, for everyone else, a reason to come to Es Castell. Want to know when we open, or reserve early?
Good to know
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