Globales Cala'n Blanes

“Relaxing week”

We booked a week all inclusive at this hotel through Jet2. All travel arrangements went without any issues. On arrival check in was quick and staff were friendly and helpful. We checked out our room (118) and were a bit disappointed, so asked at Reception about an upgrade. Unfortunately no sea vie… more

We booked a week all inclusive at this hotel through Jet2. All travel arrangements went without any issues. On arrival check in was quick and staff were friendly and helpful. We checked out our room (118) and were a bit disappointed, so asked at Reception about an upgrade. Unfortunately no sea view rooms were available, but we were offered Room 513 at no additional charge. Reception again were extremely helpful and accommodating. This room was much better, although looked out over the entrance area/car park. Only downside was the bath and over bath shower. Anyone with mobility issues would have extreme difficulty accessing the bath or shower. Strangest thing was that the tap was at the far end of the bath, so to fill the bath you had to stand in it - not ideal! The room was comfortable, clean and more than adequate. Cleaning was available daily and no restrictions on towel or bed linen replacement. Our only problem was the apparent chain smoker in the next room - using the balcony was unpleasant at times due to the smell of smoke. The air conditioning was somewhat noisy and also seemed to bring the smell of smoke in to the room occasionally, however it worked well most of the time. The drinks available as part of the all inclusive deal were fine, with the possible exception of the Majorcan whisky (maybe just to Scots accustomed to more refined distillation!). We found the variety of food to be very good, with good options of meat, fish and seafood available at both lunch and dinner as well as salads, paella, pizza, etc. All topped up regularly and good selection of fresh fruit and desserts. Breakfasts were also very good. The restaurant staff were particularly hard working and helpful (special mentions for Jonathan and Sheila!) - indeed all the hotel staff that we had dealings with were very helpful and hard working - a real credit to the hotel. No issues at any time with table availability or cleanliness. No real issues with sun bed availability around the pool or garden area. Not much to do in the area around the hotel, but the walk to and from Ciutadella was really nice. The beach adjacent to the hotel is quite small and swimming a bit restricted. After a really enjoyable stay it was disappointing to end on a sour note - the early breakfast provided for those departing on early flights comprised a choice of four small varieties of biscuit and hot drinks from a machine - not even any water or fruit juice, not to mention fruit or croissants or other normal continental breakfast options. Frankly I would be embarrassed to offer this to guests if I were the hotel manager (even if it is viewed as better than nothing).

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“Great hotel”

We booked this hotel as a last minute break. Our room was on 3rd floor overlooking the car park, although the rooms are quite basic and a little outdated it was very quiet and we slept very well. I would recommend booking a sea view room as they are bigger and get the sun all day. The food is varie… more

We booked this hotel as a last minute break. Our room was on 3rd floor overlooking the car park, although the rooms are quite basic and a little outdated it was very quiet and we slept very well. I would recommend booking a sea view room as they are bigger and get the sun all day. The food is varied, some days better than others. Loads of choice for breakfast, and snacks available when the restaurant is closed. The evening entertainment was mostly good, with bingo and then a group, singer or a quiz. The hotel is in a great location overlooking the bay, and within walking distance of the town. All in all I would recommend the hotel for a chilled out break.

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“Exceptionally good staff”

Been to Menorca many times, second visit to this hotel. The staff at this hotel really are the best, helpful, friendly, professional. The hotel is kept very clean. It is a small hotel so not a lot of choice of food, but what there is, is nice and tasty, although sometimes not too warm. Our room was… more

Been to Menorca many times, second visit to this hotel. The staff at this hotel really are the best, helpful, friendly, professional. The hotel is kept very clean. It is a small hotel so not a lot of choice of food, but what there is, is nice and tasty, although sometimes not too warm. Our room was on the first floor but asked to be moved to a higher one. The rooms are dated not really updated since our last visit about 15 years ago and if you have mobility problems having a shower could be a problem, bed is comfortable. The hotel grounds are lovely we preferred the grass area to the pool area but both are nice areas. The entertainment was the usual thing , some nights a singer or magician a quiz. There's a small beach immedietly behind the hotel.Plenty of places to walk...... Ciutadella, cala'n Blanes, cala'n forcat. Weather was brilliant. Had a good time. But stayed at better for same cost.

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“Not great for children but nice hotel”

We stayed here for 1 week this September with our 2 year old son. First of all we only booked this hotel because Jet2 advertise photos of a water park on the hotel but when we arrived the water park is not part of the hotel nor included in the hotel. We felt like this was false advertising and unre… more

We stayed here for 1 week this September with our 2 year old son. First of all we only booked this hotel because Jet2 advertise photos of a water park on the hotel but when we arrived the water park is not part of the hotel nor included in the hotel. We felt like this was false advertising and unrealistic of what to expect. There was absolutely nothing for young children. No slides, no kids entertainment, no kids area or park and nothing on through the day for kids either. There was a small children’s pool which was ok but it was right next to the road where the gate is constantly open for people entering so wasn’t great. We spoke to a few other families who had booked the hotel also under the impression that there were going to be slides etc. We did end up paying to go to the water park for the day which was a 15 minute walk down the road and we had a fantastic day. It was €22euros per adult which is also reasonable. There is also a lovely little beach right outside the hotel. The staff were lovely and very helpful at all times. The food was also very nice although it could sometimes be repetitive but I really enjoy seafood so the fish every night was great. The restaurant was also very clean and all of the staff were friendly and hard working. The rooms are average. Very dated and smelt of damp but were clean and comfortable. We had a lovely holiday but we would probably not book this hotel again because it wasn’t great for children.

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