Punta Prima , Beach & Holiday Guide
Punta Prima Beach Resort Guide in photos and maps
Punta Prima Beach
Blue Flag beach
Bus Routes - Airport Bus options
Sun Loungers Fixed Umbrella and 2 beds ~20-23 Euro. Reductions (after 15:00). Close around 19:00.
Location and distance to Airport 9 miles / 14 km
How do I get from Menorca Airport to Punta Prima?
| Direct Transfer | 0 Hrs. 20 mins. |
| All Transfer Options | eg Shared Shuttle from 13 Eur pp or Taxi max. 4 pers. 22 Eur , Public Airport Bus - none! |
| Bus Services | operate all year . NO AIRPORT SHUTTLES |
Punta Prima Beach
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. ...
Punta Prima Families
- Safe beach, shallow waters for small children
- Self contained holiday resort
- Plenty to see and do within walking distances
- Close to Mahon for a change of scene for mums and dads
- Watersports, Bike hire
Punta Prima Couples & Solos
- Close to Mahon and Es Castell for entertainment and moonlit harbour stroll s
- Good snorkeling just off the beach, with watersports services
- Good Water sports at beach area. Diving center nearby - S'Algar/Binibeca
- beatifuk autghentic menorca on the doorstep
Punta Prima benefits from being in the 'golden triangle' of south east Menorca with plenty of surrounding villages and towns with lot's to visit,explore and culture.
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.
Punta Prima - Top See and Do
Just a quick visual taster- LOTS more what to see and do ideas in & around Binibeca / Binibequer
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
There are some fabulous high quality restaurants in the pretty neighbouring villages of Torret and S'Ullastrar.
Menorca Holiday Tips
Banks can be found in the local town of San Lluis. Ten minutes drive or so along the coast is S'Algar a favourite water sports and diving centre.
TIP Binibeca Tourist Train
Travels the coast between Punta Prima to Binibeca and back . Route : Binibequer vell ( Bars and restaurants ), Binibeca Beach, Cala Torret ( Bars and restaurants ) , Waterpark ( Punta Prima), Punta Prima beach
Hourly at 15mins. past the hours - check times locally on stops as they can change.
Tickets allow you to get off and get back on later
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 iconic 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.
Great bars & dance 'til dawn night clubs and music venues in Mahon. Taxi back late at night ( ~ 22 Euro )
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
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Restaurants in Punta Prima
Spanish and mediteranean restaurants. some high end restaurants in Torret village and Es Castell harbour...check our curated guide for details Punta Prima Restaurants guide
Bars & Clubs in Punta Prima
Punta prima has a mall number of bars (more at Binibeca / Cala torret just along the coast ) . Plenty of Bar-Restaurants for drinks
...check our curated guide for details Punta Prima Bar and Clubs guide
Punta Prima See and Do
Punta Prima offers active outdoors on land and sea ...Plus a lot more activitivies and visits in local area. Mahon and Es Casetll are must visits. ...
Boat Trips, ActivitiesOur what to do and see in Punta Prima inspirations
Does Punta Prima have enough shops?
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 in local towns near Punta Prima
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.
All the Big shop supermarkets plus online delivery availability .
Summer Markets Punta Prima
Small weekly evening market behind beach. In Mahon and Es Castell there are weekly summer markets, mornings and night markets ( Mercat de Nit )
Is Punta Prima Safe?
You can be assured that women,children will feel safe - no tourism aimed at large youthful groups / binge drinking
Moving around Punta Prima
Buses - Punta Prima
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Bus Network Map with Punta Prima Bus stops to download
Bus to Capital Mahon. Same Bus runs along coast to Binibeca in other direction.
Bus Times,places to visit by bus - Punta PrimaBus Menorca Airport to Punta Prima
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.
Comprehensive Guide Menorca Taxis - how to book
Punta Prima - Tourist maps
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What's the weather like in Punta Prima
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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.
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Holiday answers about Punta Prima Beach Resort
Shared ~ 13 Euro p.P
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
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