We knew going in that it was Grupotel so we shouldn’t expect anything special, but even with those low expectations we were disappointed with the experience. The property itself is fine. It has tennis courts and pools and a children’s play area that are all good. The room is fine—the beds are uncomfortable and the water is undrinkable, but it is spacious and the showers have good pressure and hot water.
The customer service is a weak spot. They do not believe in “do not disturb signs,” which means cleaning staff are put in the terrible position of having to guess whether you’re in there and end up coming in at inopportune times. In keeping with Grupotel’s Ryanair-like tendencies, they will nickel and dime you for everything they can if you don’t do full board. You want to use the pool table? Pay up. You need a glass of water? Two euros per glass.
Finally, there’s the location. Saying the hotel is near any kind of beach is a stretch at best. There is a harbor you can swim in and a mulch pit that may meet the technical definition of a beach but is far from a Menorca-quality experience. If you have a car, you can drive to some other beaches 1 15 minutes away. Stay near San Buo instead.
Overall, the hotel is fine. Know what you’re getting yourself into up front and you might have a good experience. If you’re willing to gamble your vacation time on a mid-quality hotel that is passable, poorly located, and not memorable, this is the spot for you.