Mahon holiday travel

Mahon is a good place to visit if you enjoy a scenic harbor location and a warm climate. Mahon is the capital of Spain's Menorca Island. It is a charming town known for its elegant architecture, gin making, and great beaches.

Where to stay - hotels

Mahon isn't packed with tourists like many other holiday spots, but you can still find plenty of hotels to go around. It's best to book a hotel in Mahon online in advance for the best rate.

Many Mahon hotels offer fantastic views of the harbor. Hotels can be found scattered all around town, or further away next to the beaches. It's also possible to arrange Mahon vacation rentals online in advance.

Many of the hotels and apartments in Mahon offer amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, restaurants, bars, and more. More information on hotels in Mahon here.

What to do

The picturesque, natural harbor at Mahon offers pleasant strolling with an abundance of cafes, restaurants, pubs, and bars. Lord Nelson’s mansion (Golden Farm) is popular with the tourists and has great views of the harbor.

There are plenty of architecturally impressive buildings around town. You can check out the 17th century Town Hall, the 18th century Church of Santa Maria, the Arch de San Roque, and more.

The island is known for its gin and there are more than enough bars that offer you the chance to try it. To see how it's made, head to the Xoriguer Gin Distillery.

For the best beaches, go to the southern coast and try Cala Macarella, Cala Macarelleta, and Cala en Porter.

What to see - by hire car

The island can be explored easily by hire a car. To book Mahon car hire ahead of time and save, click here.

The beaches are a little ways from Mahon, so they are most conveniently reached by hire car. There are other attractions outside of town you'll want to check out as well.

Ciutadella is one of them. The former capital is an interesting place to visit with its distinctly Moorish character and an attractive port surrounded by narrow, arcaded streets. Cala en Porter is a short drive by hire car and a perfect place to visit for those who enjoy water activities. Click here to reserve a hire car in Mahon in advance.