One of Menorca's nicest , softest sandy beach resort beaches. Very Deep. With 5pm waves makes for huge fun. Some excellent snorkelling left and right of the beach. A brilliant day visit beach for people staying in Es Castell or Mahon. ...
Is Punta Prima a good Holiday Beach Resort for you?
(updated Feb 2025)
Punta Prima for families
Safe beach, shallow waters for small children
Self contained holiday resort
Plenty to see and do within walking distances
Close to Mahon/Mao for a change of scene for mums and dads
Punta Prima for couples
Close to Mahon and Es Castell for livelier entertainment and moonlit harbour strolls
Good snorkeling just off the beach, with watersports services
Good Water sports at beach area Diving center nearby - S'Algar/Binibeca
Punta Prima is located in the south east corner of the island.
Punta Prima benefits from being in the 'golden triangle' of south east Menorca with plenty of surrounding villages and towns with lot's to explore.
There is a free toddlers play area with slides,swings and climbing frames near the beach car park. A larger childrens play centre with all that their hearts desire is also nearby. The local hotels offers a range of evening entertainments which can be enjoyed if you buy drinks as non residents.
The beach with it's skyline of Ilse del Aire and parade of boats tooing and frowing to Mahon Harbour
Sea caves by Kayak
Countryside
Punta Prima is surounded by unspoilt countryside with small lanes ( including Cami de Cavalls ) which allow you to explore the local area
Water park with free shuttle bus from Punta Prima
Punta Prima lies in the south east corner of menorca with a whole heap of holiday delights on it's door step - Pretty villages , Vineyards, Harbour side towns
Beach and Bay
Binibeca Vell
Zoo Nearby
Torre d' Alcalfar
Virgin Beach
Villages
This corner of Menorca has the most villages and hamlets which are lovely to explore on foot or bicycle
Mahon ( Mao or Maó )
Mahon has a great mediterranean charm around the centre and harbour. Busy pavement Cafes and Bars, superb fruit and fish markets and all enclosed in a maze of narrow streets with architecture and many reminders of it's Georgian past. In addition to the traditional the town offers a myriad of stylish shops and bars. Along the whole length of the harbour quayside (Moll de Llevant) there is an electic collection of Cafes, Bars and Restaurants for all pockets and styles. A spectacular setting above the huge natural harbour with ships and boats of every shape and sizes.
Marine Reserve
Punta Prima is part of the southern marine reserve with excellent diving and snorkelling and marine life.
Punta Prima - Nightlife
Organised evening entertainment here is generally to be found in the resort hotels and some Bars. Mahon, Ciutadella and Es Castell however offer alot more with something for everyone, but with none of the "bing drink clubbing" to be found on Ibizia and Majorca. Menorca is not Majorca but that is why many people come here!
No nightclubs in Punta Prima. Along the coast in Binibequer / Binibeca there are some chilled out bars ( Bar papua, ) with live Music in summer. There are no discos only small bars. Entertainment is in the larger hotels also open to non residents if you buy drinks.
Nearby
More music and bars at Cala Torret & Binibeca or Sant Lluis ( musikbox ) ( bus routes )
Mahon or Es Castell is a bus ride / taxi ride away for a lot more. You might also want to go along the coast to Cala Torret / Binibeca.
Not that far away in Cala en Porter there is Club den Xoroi
For livelier / 'younger' entertainment visit Mahon where the chill out and dance clubs are located together down in the harbour area and it the old city centre.
TIP Want to visit a Club or Music bar? Don't forget you are on Menorcan time, nothing starts to happen until after 11 pm
Punta Prima for Holiday Visitors - at a glance
Restaurants in Punta Prima
Spanish and mediteranean restaurants. some high end restaurants in Torret village and Es Castell harbour...our curated guide to Punta Prima Restaurants Guide
Menorca beach resorts have few residents so visit local towns for anything beyond summer beach-wear,tourist items and beach toys/inflatables or souvenirs.
Within Punta Prima - Punta Prima is limited mainly to 2 small supermarkets offering summer clothing, beachware and souvenirs. Mahon city is an easy bus ride away with much, much more.
Punta Prima Supermarkets
Local supermarkets are seasonal and will be ~ 20% more expensive than out of resort.
There is large Euroski Hypermarket in nearby Sant Lluis and a smaller very popular excellent supermarket Sa Botega at S'Ullastrar.
For Self caterers, visit the large Eroski supermarket at the Poligno outside Sant Lluis on the road towards Mahon. The independent Cafe Bar has an excellent value and tasty Menu del Dias/Buffet.
TIP: Mahon will mostly be written on timetables, front of buses and signposts as Maó, it's local name. Take a bus trip to see some of the other sights, resorts/towns and Menorca's attractions.
Taxis - Punta Prima
Airport to/from one way 22 Eur
Taxis are licensed for a MAX. of 4 Passengers. (any Age child counts as 1 )
Taxi stand near the beach. Mahon day (21 ) Taxi back late at night ( ~ 21-24 Euro )
Good to know
Menorca has no private Cab firms , Uber or ...'Dodgy Touts!'
TIP Summer peak In recent years Taxis have been in short supply due to not enough drivers for licensed areas. Consider a private transfer to reach Airport in good time for flight home.
Punta Prima has a mediterranean climate characterised by hot dry summers. Menorca has pleasant cooling Summer breeze. The sea temperatures at Punta Prima will be around 22-26 degrees in Summer. In October the water is still warm. Spring time ( early March to April ) will have sunny days with temperatures around 20 and above , ideal for sightseeing, walking, cycling and horseriding activities.
There are no Public shuttles , no direct Airport buses to Punta Prima - connections only via Mahon with potential long waits
Taxi or pre-booked Shuttle ?
Daytime Taxis are plentiful outside arrivals - best value for 4 or less to Holiday Resorts within 20km. Airport Taxis do not provide child seats - required by LAW
Punta Prima Airport Transfer times
0 Hrs.20 mins.
Menorca Airport
14 k.m
Shared Transfers Waits,restricted drop off/pickup addresses
Transfer Time: variable
from 13 Eur PP
Private Transfers Door to Door,no wait, drop off/pickup any addresses
Private Transfers from 43 Eur upto 3 to Punta Prima ideal for families and groups , as no waiting for other passengers ( delayed) arrival. Door to Door and child seats can be pre-booked.
VIP Transfers from 64 Eur upto 6 to Punta Prima No wait. Travel in style in premium vehicles