With the entirety of Menorca being a Biosphere Reserve, you'll find a few options for eco-friendly hotels that complement the island's sustainability efforts. Our top picks offer accommodation that fits a range of budgets and feature initiatives around reducing energy, purifying water naturally, and conserving land.

Cristine Bedfor

Natural, antique, and historic decor (photo courtesy of Cristine Bedfor)

Hotel Cristine Bedfor lives by a plastic-free philosophy, and you'll notice this in all the details. For example, instead of plastic water bottles, you'll receive glass bottles, which you can refill with taps around the property offering filtered water, plus each unit gets a reusable tote bag if you go shopping. The hotel also uses native plant species in its elaborate garden, which reduces water consumption.

On top of these efforts, Cristine Bedfor offers an authentic experience, as the property owner developed the hotel's concept herself with the help of her designer friend, spending years collecting all the antique furnishings and room decor. Enjoy your breakfast served in the inner courtyard garden. And for other meals, the local favorite Restaurante Ses Forquilles is behind the menu of the on-site eatery, which uses regional ingredients to craft dishes meant to "awaken the senses." Other unique highlights include a yoga lawn, an outdoor patio and picnic spot, bicycle rentals, beach kits, and an outdoor pool surrounded by the garden.

The house's 21 rooms feature warm and inviting interiors with colorful textiles, decor, and elements, all working together to create a truly comfortable space. All units come with fresh flowers, embroidered sheets, and unique details that bring the relaxed island vibes right into the room, like wicker furniture, woven rugs, and wispy curtains. Suites and Superior rooms add sofas, and some units, like Cristine's Choice, have direct access to the garden and a private patio. Learn more

Suites del Lagos

LUXURY

Natural decor and airy rooms (photo courtesy of Suites del Lagos)

Suites del Lago is an adults-only hotel within the Lago Resort Menorca, which has two official sustainability certifications, Biosphere and Menorca Biosphere. To earn these labels, the resort uses several on-site initiatives to reduce energy use, waste, and water consumption, such as operating hybrid solar panels, planting native species in the garden, using compostable and recycled products, and more. 

While staying at this sustainable hotel, you can enjoy its wellness center, with unique perks like oxygenating sunbeds, a relaxation room, and a heated seawater pool. There's also a gym with fitness classes, a cycling center, and a rooftop beach club with a bar, pool, and sunbeds. The resort offers 24 different bars, cafés, and restaurants surrounding the marina at Cala en Bosc, so you won't run out of things to do here!

As for the rooms, you can choose from six categories, all offering an authentic Menorcan feel with neutral tones and raw wooden accents. Even the lowest tier of superior rooms feel spacious and comfortable, but you can upgrade for unique perks like terraces with private pools, personal Jacuzzi tubs, or wicker sunbeds. All have home automation that lets you control lighting, temperature, and music. Grab a suite for more space and your own sitting room and kitchenette. Learn more

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Rural Hotel Morvedra Nou
MID-RANGE

Relax around the spacious countryside property (photo courtesy of Rural Hotel Morvedra Nou)

Hotel Morvedra Nou uses a unique energy system that doesn't emit any greenhouse gases. With a photovoltaic plant, the property transforms solar radiation into clean electrical energy, a renewable and sustainable approach. The owners calculate by using this process, they reduce the amount of CO2 emissions in the atmosphere by about 67.5 tons per year. 

Enjoy your eco-friendly stay at this adults-only property in the middle of Menorca's quiet countryside, surrounded by acres of forest, gardens, grassland, and fruit trees. Rooms are cozy yet rustic, staying true to the rural farmland heritage, with many featuring exposed brick or stone. The property is expansive, with walking trails and hidden terraces with seating and hammocks, perfect for countryside strolls and quiet time in nature. The garden also has an outdoor pool with sun loungers, umbrellas, and a covered terrace.

For meals, enjoy eating at the on-site restaurant, which provides traditional Menorcan food using as many local products as possible, cooking classes, and al fresco dining. The garden also has a unique stone stargazing platform with outdoor beds, and thanks to minimal light pollution, the Menorcan night sky truly shines. The hotel also hosts occasional yoga and meditation sessions on this platform during the day. Learn more

Alcaufar Vell

MID-RANGE

Simple, natural rooms on a historic natural reserve (photo courtesy of Alcaufar Vell)

Menorca strives to live harmoniously within nature as a biosphere reserve, and Alcaufar Vell matches these efforts. The hotel sits on over 600 acres (250 ha) of a natural reserve, offering protection to 100-year-old trees, expansive gardens, olive groves, and grazing land for farm animals. 

With its preserved property, Alcaufar Vell gives you rural charm in an 18th-century house. Enjoy rooms with historical features, such as wood-beamed ceilings, stone walls, archways, and antique furnishings. Higher-tiered units add sofas, separate bedrooms, dining areas, and private terraces. Though the historical setting is mostly endearing, some of the bathrooms and bed linens feel like they could use an update.  

Enjoy authentic Menorcan meals at the on-site restaurant, which prioritizes seasonal produce and goods from local markets. Have dinner outside in the garden or arrange a private meal anywhere on the estate. You'll also find a cozy bodega with regional wine, vermouth, and other drinks. The hotel grounds provide two trails, one perfect for running or jogging and the other for a stroll to experience the area's natural essence. As a fun perk, the kitchen is happy to prepare a picnic for your walk. Learn more

Hotel Hevresac

STANDARD

A beautiful eco-friendly option in Mahón (photo courtesy of Hotel Hevresac)

To promote its biosphere focus, Menorca grants similar status to local businesses that adhere to specific regulations. Hotel Hevresac is one of just a handful of biosphere reserve hotels, which are lodgings that protect and engage with the local environment and Menorcan culture. The property uses natural cork insulation, aerothermal energy for heating and cooling, and biodegradable products, among other sustainability initiatives. 

The hotel has eight rooms featuring a simple design with antique and/or artistic furnishings. Neutral tones blend well with colorful flooring and textiles, and some rooms have beamed ceilings, original mosaics, or stone walls. Suites add terraces and plenty of space, making them a good choice for small groups or families. The duplex options feature two floors and separate bedrooms. 

Hotel Hevresac serves a breakfast buffet with local, organic, and fair-trade products from small retailers. Though you won't find TVs in the rooms, you can request a tablet anytime during your stay. You can also borrow beach umbrellas, books from the property's library, and yoga mats. Each room comes with glass water bottles with filtered and remineralized water that you can refill as much as you'd like for free. Learn more

San Miguel Hotel

STANDARD

Enjoy an eco-friendly stay and city views (photo courtesy of San Miguel Hotel)

To complement the island's sustainability efforts, San Miguel Hotel completely renovated its building for sustainability purposes. The rooms have zero disposable, single-use products, and toiletries are free from paraben, mineral oils, silicone, and animal fat. Other products in the hotel are tested as biodegradable and approved by international guidelines.

And as a standard option, San Miguel Hotel offers an eco-friendly and budget-friendly stay in the center of Mahón, just 10 minutes on foot from the main sites and city port. Rooms are straightforward yet comfortable, with a color palette channeling the island's environment with neutral tones, earthy hues, and a few blues and greens for the sea. Superior rooms feature whirlpool bathtubs, and suites add a private terrace with sun loungers or a living room with a sofabed—suitable for families or groups. Bathrooms are modern and blend rustic features with trendy decor. 

The on-site restaurant offers several different dining options, as you can enjoy your breakfast or dinner on the outdoor terrace with rooftop views, in the indoor lounge, or on the covered patio. During the day, guests can also use these spaces to relax. Or, if you're around in the early evening, you can snack on tapas and sip smoothie cocktails starting at 6:00 pm. Learn more