Alcaufar Vell, Sant Lluis

Charming · Quaint
Sant Lluis

Guest ratings

Location8.8
Cleanliness9.2
Service8.8
Value7.8
Rooms9
Sleep quality9.2
1-star 21 rooms from $244

What guests mention

rural hotel extensive grounds three nights a lovely place to stay main building cycling holiday half board menu an excellent restaurant understated elegance manor house beautiful setting wine list

Guests are particularly taken with the tranquil rural setting, expansive grounds and the manor house’s restrained, welcoming style. Many see it as a special Menorcan hideaway, with the pool, nearby coast and opportunities for walking or cycling adding to the stay. The restaurant receives strong approval, especially for dinner options and its wine list. Feedback provided is overwhelmingly positive; no clear, recurring shortcoming emerges, though this is more a secluded country escape than a busy, central resort.

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Your stay, step by step

Advice from guests who actually stayed at Alcaufar Vell — the single most helpful tip for each part of your trip, in the order you'll need it, from booking to your last morning.

Booking

Book midweek to avoid weekend wedding parties during the summer.

Transport

Rent a car because the property is outside a town; taxis can be called, but nearby transport is limited.

Rooms

Confirm Wi-Fi coverage before booking, as reliability may vary between rooms and public areas.

Dining

Dine in nearby San Lluis for one or two evenings during longer stays.

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What guests who stayed here recommend

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Confirm Wi-Fi coverage before booking, as reliability may vary between rooms and public areas.

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Choose main-house or adjacent-building rooms for space and character, or detached annexes for terraces; avoid the far side of the car park.

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Book a superior room with a terrace in the separate block away from the main building.

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Choose a room in the stable block for a quieter location away from the main building.

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Request a room with a terrace or balcony, or upgrade to a Junior Suite.

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Transport

Rent a car because the property is outside a town; taxis can be called, but nearby transport is limited.

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Request room 147 in the annexe for its private garden, or choose a suite.

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Book a converted cow-shed room for its private terrace.

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Request room 148 in the annexe for its sunrise view.

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Booking

Book midweek to avoid weekend wedding parties during the summer.

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Book the Maréchal Richelieu Suite for a distinctive stay.

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Book a room in Cavalleria, one of the converted agricultural buildings.

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Avoid the original main property when selecting your accommodation.

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Avoid booking a double room if having a view through the window is important.

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Choose a garden room for peaceful country ambience and convenient access.

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Dining

Dine in nearby San Lluis for one or two evenings during longer stays.

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Avoid corner rooms if strong Tramontana winds are forecast.

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Request room 102 in the main house for its large vaulted bedroom, terrace and quiet position.

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Choose a south-west-facing ground-floor room for a rear terrace with afternoon sun.

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Request a ground-floor room if you want to avoid stairs, as first-floor rooms have no lift.

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Request the room at the end of the stable block for afternoon shade on its private patio.

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Base yourself in the garden rooms for a peaceful setting.

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About Alcaufar Vell

Alcaufar Vell feels less like a conventional resort and more like a quietly refined Menorcan retreat. Set in a characterful old manor house, it pairs understated elegance with an easy, family-run warmth, giving guests room to settle in rather than simply pass through. The setting is a major part of the appeal: mature greenery, stone buildings and a sense of genuine seclusion lend the hotel its calm, unhurried character.

It sits in the peaceful south-east of Menorca, near Sant Lluis and within reach of Mahon, surrounded by protected countryside and clear-water beaches. There is a wooded gully to explore, a historic lookout tower facing the Mediterranean, and roughly a kilometre of undeveloped shoreline, while the estate’s nearly 250 acres invite long walks or a cycling detour. It is especially well suited to couples, nature lovers and anyone seeking a rural base with a good restaurant and pool.

Guests often describe it as a hidden, almost paradisiacal corner of the island, praising the beautiful grounds, the gracious main house and the relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant, half-board dinners and wine selection earn frequent appreciation, as does the feeling of staying somewhere personal rather than impersonal. Several visitors are happy to linger for multiple nights, finding the hotel’s peace and setting its strongest draw.

Facilities

  • Air conditioning
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Minibar
  • Room service
  • Safe

Good to know

Price range
$244 - $638
Rooms
21
Hotel class
1-star
Style
Charming · Quaint
WiFi
Free
Also known as
Alcaufar Vell Hotel Sant Lluis Es

Location

Carretera Alcalfar, Km.8, 07710, ES