Hotel Agamenon is a practical, good-value place to stay in Es Castell, the small harbour town on the eastern edge of Mahon's great natural harbour. Es Castell was built as a military town in the eighteenth century, and its parade ground, its Georgian-influenced buildings and its quiet streets make it unlike any other settlement on the island. A short walk away, the inlet of Cales Fonts is lined with restaurants where tables sit almost on the water, and it is one of the pleasantest places on Menorca to have dinner as the boats sway in the harbour. The hotel suits travellers who want a base on the east side of the island without the high prices of the beach resorts, and who are happy to make their own plans. From here you are close to Mahon, the island capital, with its covered market, its gin distillery and its harbour-front promenade, and the airport is only a few minutes away, which makes the hotel a handy first or last night. It is also an easy base for hiring a car and exploring the south and the north. This is not a luxury property, and it is not meant to be: it offers a clean, comfortable room, a convenient position and the chance to spend more of your budget on the island itself. For solo travellers, couples and families who want a simple hotel in a characterful town, it is a sound choice.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Es Castell, on the eastern side of Mahon harbour. Menorca airport is just a few kilometres away, so arrival and departure are quick, and the capital Mahon is a short drive, bus or taxi ride. Cales Fonts and the harbour front are within walking distance. A hire car is useful for visiting the beaches and the west of the island, although the buses connect the main towns.
The rooms and facilities
Expect straightforward rooms, and check the room types, views and board options when you book. Hotels at this level often have a pool or terrace, a breakfast room and a bar, but facilities vary, so read recent reviews and confirm what is included. If you prefer quiet, ask for a room away from the street.
What to do nearby
Stroll the parade ground and the narrow streets of Es Castell, then eat at one of the harbour-front restaurants of Cales Fonts, where seafood and the local lobster stew, caldereta de langosta, are the specialities. Boat trips around the harbour leave from the quay in Mahon, and the capital has a market, a gin tradition and the Xoriguer distillery. The south-east beaches of Binibeca and Punta Prima are a short drive, and the island's prehistoric talayotic sites are inland.
Who it suits
Couples, families and solo travellers who want a convenient, affordable base, and anyone with an early flight or a late arrival who wants to be close to the airport.
Good to know
The town is quiet in the evening, which many guests prefer, but the nearest sandy beaches require a short drive. Menorca is busy in July and August, so book early for those months, and check when you book for current facilities, parking and any renovation work.
Why stay here
- ✓Es Castell harbour-town location
- ✓Walkable to Cales Fonts restaurants
- ✓Close to Mahon
- ✓Minutes from the airport
- ✓Good value base
- ✓Easy access to south-east beaches
- ✓Boat trips from Mahon harbour
- ✓Check facilities and board when you book
Good questions
Where is Hotel Agamenon?+
It is in Es Castell, on the eastern edge of Mahon harbour, a short drive from the capital and the airport.
Is it near the beach?+
The town has harbour swimming spots, but the nearest sandy beaches such as Binibeca and Punta Prima are a short drive away.
Is it a good first or last night?+
Yes, the airport is only a few minutes away, so it works well for early flights and late arrivals.
