It's no surprise that the Balearic Islands offer some truly indulgent properties, but Menorca adds historic and authentic charm to its five-star hotels. So though you can enjoy all the posh perks like outdoor pools, spas, beachfront locations, and rooms with private pools, the below top picks also stay true to the rustic island vibes.

Cristine Bedfor

Cozy, designer rooms (photo courtesy of Cristine Bedfor)

For an authentic boutique hotel in historic Mahón, consider the Cristine Bedfor Hotel, just a few minutes from the cathedral and port and easily described as oozing charm. 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. You can't help but feel at home knowing Cristine hand-picked everything in the rooms and common areas.

Enjoy the authentic allure first thing in the morning with a daily 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." You can enjoy meals and snacks throughout the day in the dining room, on the patio, or by the pool. Other unique highlights include a yoga lawn, an outdoor patio and picnic spot, bicycle rentals, beach kits, an outdoor pool surrounded by the garden, and a shop with hand-picked items. 

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

Bordoy Casa Ládico

Elegant rooms and lodgings (photo courtesy of Bordoy Casa Ládico)

Another luxury property in historic Mahón, Bordoy Casa Ládico, is just minutes from Plaça d'Espanya and the city's market. Despite being in a relatively small building, the hotel packs a lot of character. The rooms offer cozy lodgings with king beds, light pastel tones, and painted wood-beamed ceilings. Pamper yourself with L'Occitane toiletries in the bathrooms and grab a unit with a terrace. Some have outdoor furnishings like wicker seating, sun beds, and soaking tubs.

You'll enjoy a breakfast focusing on local products and homemade goods, served in the dining room or on the sun deck near the outdoor pool. Other perks include a reading lounge with a fireplace, cozy chairs, and a sofa, plus an on-site bar with coffee and drinks offered throughout the day. After a day of sightseeing, relax in the spa with its soaking tub, sauna, steam room, and more. Learn more

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Villa Le Blanc Gran Melia

Relax by this pool with a view (photo courtesy of Villa Le Blanc Gran Melia)

Villa Le Blanc Gran Meliá is a seafront property in Santo Tomás, with all rooms providing at least partial sea views. You'll be just a few steps from the sand, but when enjoying the beach, you can relax at the outdoor pool, one of the many lounges, the sundeck, or the spa with its water circuit. For meals, the hotel offers three restaurants: S'Amarador with traditional Menorcan cuisine, Cru with its all-raw menu, and Nivi, serving paella and grilled dishes accompanied by unique cocktails. 

The rooms are beautifully designed with natural tones and decor that create a warm, comfortable, and welcoming space. All rooms feature tile floors, wooden ceiling fans, arched walls, and large windows with sea views. Some units have separate living rooms, kitchenettes, and furnished terraces. However, you can also upgrade for perks like private hot tubs and pools, soaking tubs, and rooftop patios—a presidential suite features a large, private pool, interconnecting rooms, and a two-bedroom suite. Learn more

Faustino Gran

Rooms with outdoor spaces (photo courtesy of Faustino Gran)

Faustino Gran is a relaxing luxury property with nine room types, including a two-bedroom suite, a rooftop terrace suite with a hot tub and cathedral views, and a private villa with multiple bedrooms and a pool, kitchen, and terrace. Though a luxury property, the hotel doesn't feel too posh and does an excellent job of keeping the rooms authentic to Menorca. Enjoy details like tile flooring, wall cutouts, beamed ceilings, rustic wooden furniture, and woven decor, such as rugs and hanging lamps.

To fully relax, head to the property's spa, built into the vault of an ancient cave. The wellness center offers a thermal water circuit, an indoor pool made with natural stone, a sauna, a steam room, a relaxation area, and treatments. Continue unwinding on the rooftop terrace with city views or in the garden with its outdoor pool lined with sun loungers and palm trees. The Faustino Restaurant serves a Mediterranean menu using local island ingredients for dinner, and its outdoor seating with candlelight creates a romantic, rustic ambience, perfect for this historic 16th-century palace. Learn more

Barceló Nura

Rooms with semiprivate pools (photo courtesy of Barceló Nura)

Barceló Nura offers a hotel experience with the amenities of a resort. With a focus on wellness, you'll find plenty of places to relax at Barceló Nura, including three outdoor swimming pools (in addition to the many private or semiprivate pools in the rooms). The spa offers a heated indoor pool with jets and submerged loungers, a sauna, an ice shower, a gym, and a relaxation area. For meals, you'll have your choice of four eateries: a buffet restaurant, an a la carte restaurant, a lobby/pool tapas bar, and a rooftop terrace with drinks, sea views, and live music. To keep it simple, consider one of the all-inclusive packages.

The rooms use colors and textures to mimic Menorca's natural environment, including neutral tones for the land and blues for the sea. All have furnished balconies or terraces, some offering sea views and/or private pools or direct access to smaller, shared pools. Suites add sofas and slightly separated sleeping areas, and all have luxury perks like rainfall showerheads, cozy bathrobes, and comfy slippers. Learn more

Suites del Lagos

Serene, neutral room decor (photo courtesy of Suites del Lagos)

Suites del Lago is an adults-only property and the central hotel of the expansive Lago Resort Menorca, which provides 24 different bars, cafés, and restaurants surrounding the marina at Cala en Bosc. This complex offers all the amenities you could ever want, including a massive wellness spa with a thermal circuit, plus a relaxation room, nail and hair salon, massage menu, heated seawater pool, gym, fitness classes, cycling center, and a rooftop beach club with a bar, pool, and sunbeds.

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