Barceló Hamilton Menorca - Adults Only

We read hundreds of reviews of this hotel before we booked it. There was only one bad review, but unfortunately it was also the most accurate. (makes me wonder where the good reviews came from). There were so many things wrong with this hotel, the list is exhaustive. We were there for 9 days, but we spent most of our time in the Hotel Armageddon which is located about a mile away. The difference between the hotels was striking. Our biggest complaint by far was there were no locks on the toilets in the Reception/Entertainment area. If you entered one of the toilets you had to wedge the door shut with your foot. (not always possible). Although I reported this daily, nothing was done. It was disgusting especially for people with special needs.

Lovely hotel in a stunning location overlooking the harbour. It was a mid September when we visited so coming to the end of the season in Menorca. Despite this we received a very warm welcome and a cold glass of fizz. The hotel had also very kindly set up cold plates as we arrived after the restaurant had closed. We opted for an AI package (must wear wristband) which covered meals in the main buffet restaurant and snacks (crisps and peanuts). Breakfast and tapas was also included from the pool bar and you could choose lunch which carried a 50% surcharge. The main buffet restaurant carried a good selection of food options although not always to my taste I could always find something to eat. They also have a gluten free station which had its own special food including it own toasters & microwave etc. A good selection of drinks in the AI package excl black label, vintage spirits and selected cocktails. We had a pool view room on the 4th floor with a small balcony which had the sun on it most of the day. Housekeeping keep the place spotless. The rooms are compact, and the layout a little different, separate toilet and shower with glass sliding doors with the sink in the middle of the room. Saying that the rooms and extra large bed were comfortable and good quality cotton bed linens. Unfortunately the roof top bar was closed the majority of our stay as it was exceptionally windy and cold, but I can imagine it’s would be a lovely place to spend the time in the jacuzzi. There is entertainment ( a singer) in the bar most evenings which was very well attended. The staff are very warm and friendly from housekeeping to management. Special mention though to the reception team who were so helpful and always with smile. Not sure if it was the time of the year we visited ( September just after the children had gone back to school) but most of the clients here were retired. A lot were repeat guests, which is always a good sign. Cala Fonts is a lovely 5min stroll. It has a pretty small harbour with lovely bars and restaurants and would highly recommend. A very pleasant stay.

We booked a good deal months ago and our review reflects this. The setting is a lovely area, a few minutes walk from the pretty Cales Fonts, with dozens of restaurants. The Reception team were really welcoming and one lady went out of her way to help us secure a hire car delivered to the hotel one stormy day. We stayed B&B as prefer to eat in local restaurants rather than a buffet experience. Breakfast was ok but buffet cooked options under the lamps were hardly warm – freshly cooked eggs and omelettes were hot. We had one tapas lunch in the poolside bar and that was good. Many other TA reviewers have commented about the hotel – some areas are pretty dated/tired; our room on the top floor (fantastic views) showed a lot of signs of wear, but we expected this and it comes back to the price paid. Seaview rooms have spectacular views although don’t get any daytime sunshine (North facing) – we were aware of this as the view makes it, besides there’s the roof terrace to enjoy the sunshine. The open plan sink area is good, but needs more space to access the wardrobe / toilet / safe – only space for one person here at a time. The roof terrace is exceptional (and the reason for booking!) Incredible views over the inlet to Mahon harbour and the islands and we loved watching daily boat and ship activity. Lovely loungers, hot tubs and chill music – perfect for generous G&Ts and relaxing. The pool area on the ground floor is a compact size and as it’s surrounded by buildings on all sides, has restricted sunshine – we only used it once on a stormy day when the roof terrace was too windy. Would we stay again.....probably not although the roof terrace might entice us back.

Great hotel for short break to the island, excellent amenities within the locality of the hotel.———————-