Hotel del Almirante 

Sometimes something special happens and you realise that there are places in the world that stand alone from the crowd and offer a rare experience set apart from the usual hoi polloi of faceless and impersonal holiday accommodation. The Hotel Del Almirante is one such place that once viewed in a brochure or online will begin to entice and enchant the holiday seeker with its vibrancy and sheer magic. Is it the quaint, period architecture that attracts you to to the hotel, as you glimpse the vibrant, red stucco walls and try and peer through the welcoming windows? Or is it Collingwood himself, with his sign swinging above the entrance who is calling you in to spend a relaxing week or two in the glorious Menorcan sun? You will arrive to a very warm and attentive welcome from the very smart gentlemen on reception and by the end of your stay I guarantee you will become friends. We found that nothing was too much trouble for them, willingly providing information on buses, printing off timetables and telling you of some special places to try and visit in the area. The staff do become friends, like Pedro who is the most friendliest waiter of the year and who made every evening meal a delight. So many other faces made the whole experience wonderful and a place to remember. Bravo! Room was basic, but absolutely fine and so clean, with air-con and TV. Our only qualm was the pressure and flow of water in the shower and the beds were not the most comfortable - but hey, there isn't much not to like in this hotel. Will we be back? You bet we will.