Cala Santandria Menorca Best Guide

Cala Santandria Beach

Sun Loungers Fixed Umbrella and 2 beds ~20-23 Euro. Reductions (after 15:00). Close around 19:00.

Watersports
Young Child and Baby friendly
Cala Santandria location

Location and distance to Airport 30 miles / 48 km

How do I get from Menorca Airport to Cala Santandria?

Direct Transfer 0 Hrs. 55 mins.
All Transfer Options eg Shared Shuttle from 13 Eur pp or Taxi max. 4 pers. 61 Eur , Public Airport Bus - none!
Bus Services operate all year . NO AIRPORT SHUTTLES

Santandria Beach

A pretty natural inlet ending in a sandy beach ( not over developed ) . There is a small beach bar and a couple of small friendly beachside hotels that have bar and restaurant facilities. ...

Cala Santandria Beach Guide

Is Cala Santandria a good Holiday Beach Resort for you?

(updated January 2025)

Santandria for families

  • Quiet
  • Water Park, Boat Trips at Cala'n Bosch or Ciutadella
  • Family friendly, choice of two beaches

Santandria for couples

  • Near to Ciutadella's charm and attractions
  • One of Menorca's busier resorts
  • Virgin Beach and Coast boat trips nearby(Cala'nBosch)

Santandria resort lies on a long a turquoise inlet which ends in the beach at Cala Santandria. Close to the charming former capital of the island, Ciutadella. This can be a confusing area based on tour operators descriptions and the fact that Sa Caleta,Cala Santandria and Cala Blanca with their respective beaches have now merged into each other ( particularly in some guide descriptions! ) Be sure to check your accommodation location on a good map, to know which beach and facilities are nearest to you.

Shopping and Supermarkets in Santandria

Maribel is a west coast chain and they dominate the area here. There are also some small supermarkets which also have beach and summer wear.

There is a pleasant centralised tourist area with souvenir shops and supermarkets and others located closer to the two beaches. So depending on your location you need to head north or south. Larger Supermarkets ( eg Hipermercao Diskont 10m, Lidl,Mercado ) are on bus routes to Ciutadella ( See below for options) . Much better shopping is in nearby city, Ciutadella. See Maps for Supermarket locations.

Holiday Tips

Larger Supermarkets :

  • Bus / taxi back Hipermercado Diskont Me-24 8km Bus 64,65 ( stop Son Oleo v ),67 ( RC-2 ) see bus infos.
  • Car : Hipertmercado Diskont on Me-24 10min, Lidl,Mercadona,Eroski on Ciutadella Polgino(trading estate)

Santandria - Top See and Do

lots more what to see and do ideas

Pont den Gil a classic natural sea arch and good sundown picnic spot.

Ciutadella being on the door step is a must see especially for historical and culture fans looking for authentic Menorca.

Majorca is within touching distance. On clear days ( especially springtime ) The mountains of north Majorca are very clear and also make for great sunset view backdrops.

Inspirations

Excursions to Majorca Short Trips to Majorca (Alcudia) require overnight stay(s) but you can visit the beautiful North of Majorca / Mallorca next day returns are 08:30 , 10:00 or 17:00 Find Accommodation in North Majorca

Ciutadella

A taste of former times with fine old spanish palaces, moorish influences, a wonderful old centre and a charming little harbour. Ciutadella was the original capital of the island lying at the western edge of the island looking out to its bigger neighbour Mallorca. A superb contrast to the beach and holiday resort. Great atmosphere and shopping and a place to wander the pedestrianised old city and its many narrow streets with hidden shops and Cafe treats. Also competes with Mahon for the title of the best music bars and venues on the island. The scene for the spectacular Sant Joan festival in June, when stunning native black horses parade through the streets and the brave try to "touch the horses' heart" as it rears in front of them.

Ciutadella guide

Boutique and Design Hotels

Agrotourism Hotels

Ciutadella All Hotels and Holiday accommodation

Santandria - Nightlife

The greater Cala Blanca /Santandria area has a range of Cafes, Bars and Restaurants. A few bars have live music / Entertainments eg Karaoke and 'Tourist Flamenco' - see locally for styles

For better evening entertainment visit Ciutadella where the chill out and dance clubs are located together down in the harbour area ( Pla de Sant Joan ) and some have open air terrace areas where you can relax under the stars.

Ciutadella Clubs Jazzbah ( can you guess?, with impromtu sessions ) , Lateral. See also Under Madison ( Sant Joan Baptista 8 ) Bistro bar cuban salsa and Spanish guitar.

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 as people will have eaten 'late'. Go much later and then it will be buzzing.

Cala Santandria for Holiday Visitors - at a glance

Restaurants in Cala Santandria

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Bars & Clubs in Cala Santandria

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Cala Santandria See and Do

Santandria has a long inlet from the sea and is ideal for snorkel fans

Close (on bus/taxi) to Ciutadella's Old City with it's many sights and things to do including sunset boat trips

Boat Trips, Activities

Our what to do and see in Santandria inspirations

Does Cala Santandria 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 Cala Santandria -

Cala Santandria Supermarkets

Local supermarkets are seasonal and will be ~ 20% more expensive than out of resort.

All the Big shop supermarkets plus online delivery availability .

Is Cala Santandria Safe?

You can be assured that women,children will feel safe - no tourism aimed at large youthful groups / binge drinking

Moving around Cala Santandria

Buses - Cala Santandria

Looking for Airport Shuttle / Transfers?

Good to know

Bus Network Map with Cala Santandria Bus stops to download

Bus Times,places to visit by bus - Cala Santandria

Airport Bus

Bus Menorca Airport to Cala Santandria

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 - Cala Santandria

Airport to/from one way 61 Eur

Taxis are licensed for a MAX. of 4 Passengers. (any Age child counts as 1 passenger)

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

Taxi Airport to Cala Santandria

Cala Santandria - maps

Cala Santandria...All on a map

Villas & Apartments

Packaged Self Catering Villas and Aparthotels Holidays

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£ 60 pp deposit, easy monthly payments
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Cala Santandria Tips and Advice

What's the weather like in Cala Santandria

Weather Now Partly cloudy

Cala Santandria has a mediterranean climate characterised by hot dry summers. Menorca has pleasant cooling Summer breeze. The sea temperatures at Santandria   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.

Weather and climate forecasts for the whole year

Santandria - beaches nearby

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Cala Santandria Beach

Villas in Santandria

Markets in and near Cala Santandria

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Holiday answers about Cala Santandria Beach Resort

Shared ~ 13 Euro p.P

Private Transfers from 90 Eur upto 3 to Cala Santandria 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 167 Eur upto 6 to Cala Santandria No wait. Travel in style in premium vehicles

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