Book a sea-view room on a high floor—ideally floors 4–7, especially 6 or 7—for bay views, quieter rooms, and worthwhile extra cost; expect evening entertainment noise until 11 p.m.
What guests mention
Guests are especially fond of the welcoming team, immaculate standards and the hotel’s prime position beside Cala Galdana. The rooftop pool area, spa facilities and modern fitness room are frequent highlights, while the food receives good feedback for variety and live-cooking options. Many feel the atmosphere is ideal for a peaceful adults-only break, particularly when staying in a higher-category or sea-facing room. On the less positive side, some standard rooms are considered small, and a few travellers feel that added fees can weaken the value.
Your stay, step by step
Advice from guests who actually stayed at ARTIEM Audax Adults Only — the single most helpful tip for each part of your trip, in the order you'll need it, from booking to your last morning.
Book through Thomson for access to higher-floor refurbished rooms and reported extra guest perks.
If driving, look early morning or after 5pm for free street parking; spaces are limited, with hotel valet parking costing €20 per day.
Request a high-floor room, preferably floors 6 or 7; lower rooms can be dark, lack views, or pick up more evening noise.
Book half-board instead of breakfast-only, as hotel dinners can be better value than eating at local restaurants.
Arrive at the pool early for a sunbed; loungers are limited and often claimed by around 8am, so use the beach later if necessary.
Walk or run along the cliff paths east and west of the resort to reach other coves and beaches.
Use the supermarket to the right of the main entrance, but check its hours because it may close around 7pm.
Tell staff about specific accessibility needs, such as requiring a walk-in shower, before arrival.
Bring a reusable water bottle and refill it at the free stations on floors 3, 5 and 6 instead of buying bottled water.
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of ARTIEM Audax Adults Only.
Request a sea-view room on a high floor—especially floors 5–7 or the 7th floor—for the best bay, beach and sea views.
Request a room on floors 5–7 for better views, quieter surroundings, newer rooms, and lower air-conditioning-unit noise.
Request a high-floor room, preferably floors 6 or 7; lower rooms can be dark, lack views, or pick up more evening noise.
Request a sea-view room and pay the supplement if needed; the bay views are especially worthwhile.
Book a front-facing sea-view room for outstanding bay views; expect more road noise and little afternoon balcony sun.
Book a sea-view room with a balcony; the upgrade is worthwhile, although rooms overlooking the bar may be noisier.
Arrive at the pool early for a sunbed; loungers are limited and often claimed by around 8am, so use the beach later if necessary.
Request a high-floor room to improve the view and reduce road or evening-entertainment noise.
Request a pool-view room, ideally on the 6th or 7th floor; it is often quieter than the sea-facing side and provides a beautiful outlook.
Request a high-floor pool-view room, especially on floors 6 or 7, for resort views, convenient pool access, and generally quieter evenings.
Request a high-floor sea-view room, especially on floors 6 or 7, for the best bay views and less noise.
Pay for a full sea-view room rather than a side view, and verify the outlook before accepting the upgrade; bay views and morning sun are excellent.
Ask for a high-floor room for better views, more light, and quieter nights away from evening entertainment.
Request a sea-view room on an upper floor, ideally 5th–7th, for the best outlook and evening sun; front balconies may be smaller.
Choose a pool-view room if you skip the sea view; it offers a larger balcony and pleasant views, though lower pool-side rooms can be dark.
If driving, look early morning or after 5pm for free street parking; spaces are limited, with hotel valet parking costing €20 per day.
Choose a pool-facing room for convenient access to the pool and spa, but check the balcony receives enough sunlight because trees may cause shade.
Avoid rooms above the bar or restaurants, especially lower floors, because evening entertainment and live music can be noisy.
Choose a rear or wooded-facing room for afternoon and evening sun, greater privacy, and a quieter balcony.
Choose a pool-view room for a quieter outlook, but accept less or no sea view and limited sun.
Upgrade to a jacuzzi room for a larger balcony, better furniture, and more living space, but expect weaker views or no sea view.
Choose a higher side-sea-view room for longer sunlight and a quieter outlook than the front-facing rooms.
Hire a car to explore Menorca and nearby towns, particularly when local buses run limited services outside the main season.
Choose the beach or Blue Café side for morning sun, or the pool, front, or car-park side for afternoon sun.
Bring a reusable water bottle and refill it at the free stations on floors 3, 5 and 6 instead of buying bottled water.
Arrive early if driving, as daytime parking near the hotel is limited; off-site parking costs €22 per night and charging serves 3–4 electric cars.
Request a larger room or suite; standard sea-view rooms can be small, while end-of-corridor rooms may offer more space.
Request a refurbished room; the renovated rooms are concentrated on the higher floors, with Thomson allocations also reported as modernised.
Request a side-facing room for afternoon and evening sunshine.
Request a quiet room away from the entrance and pool corridor; higher floors are generally quieter, although the 6th floor can have foot traffic.
Choose level 6 for convenient access to the pool, bar and restaurants, especially if mobility is limited.
Choose a pool-side room for cooler, quieter conditions and a lower price, but expect less sunlight and a darker outlook.
Book through Thomson for access to higher-floor refurbished rooms and reported extra guest perks.
Avoid rooms above the bar or near the first-floor entertainment area if you go to bed before about 11:30pm.
Check bus timetables carefully for Mahón, as services are infrequent and may not run on Sundays or outside the main season.
Book half-board instead of breakfast-only, as hotel dinners can be better value than eating at local restaurants.
Avoid the 6th floor if corridor traffic bothers you, as it serves as a main route to the pool.
Avoid basement rooms and rooms on floor 3 or below, which may have little or no view.
Choose a jacuzzi room if you want a larger balcony and more comfortable outdoor furniture.
Avoid rear rooms and the third-floor side above the bins, which may overlook rubbish or become hot in the afternoon.
Request a pool-view room from the fifth floor upward for better light and convenient access to the pool area.
Choose a woodland-facing 6th-floor room for peaceful surroundings, birdsong and convenient access to the pool and restaurants.
Choose a back-facing room for quiet and afternoon sun, but expect views of a supermarket, pool deck, village, or no sea.
Request a side-facing room for afternoon sun; side sea-view rooms may be shaded later.
Book the Blue Spa well before arrival to avoid disappointment.
Check Wi-Fi availability before settling in; reception is reliable, while room coverage varies by floor and location.
Take bus 52 to Ciutadella; the journey is straightforward and costs about €3 each way.
Walk or run along the cliff paths east and west of the resort to reach other coves and beaches.
Avoid rooms directly above the Blue Café or bar if you retire early, as entertainment can continue until midnight.
Request a balcony rather than a patio so you can dry swimwear in the afternoon sun.
Try the buffet when it is not busy; the food is highly rated, but queues and crowds can reduce the experience.
Avoid first- or bottom-floor rooms because of bar noise, limited balconies, poor views, and pool-area privacy issues.
Avoid low or below-ground rooms if you want daylight and a view; they can be dark.
Have breakfast before 9am, or try the 8:30am sitting, to avoid coffee-machine queues and peak crowds.
Avoid front rooms above the terrace or Blue Café if you are sensitive to evening noise.
Choose a front or corner room for impressive bay views, but expect some noise from the terrace.
Choose the sixth floor to stay level with the pool and spa.
Choose a front-facing room for bay views and afternoon or evening sun, but expect warmer evenings and possible early rubbish-collection noise.
Add your preferred floor or view when booking, and contact reception beforehand to confirm what can be accommodated.
Avoid front-facing rooms if noise-sensitive; traffic, outdoor-lounge, or high-season noise may carry.
Walk to nearby beaches, including Macarella, and wear proper trainers or walking shoes.
Visit earlier or later in the season, especially October, for a quieter hotel and easier access to sunbeds.
Choose a junior suite for extra space and consider the upgrade if you plan to spend more time in the room.
Consider half-board or ask about the three-night meal offer if you plan to eat at the hotel.
Expect every room to have a balcony, but choose a front or sea-facing side for better balcony light.
Choose a corner room or suite for more space, with some corner rooms also offering pool and river views.
Request room 607 for its queen-size bed, larger balcony and convenient top-floor location.
Reserve town restaurants in advance during busy periods, as nearby dining options can fill up.
Check exactly which view your selected room includes before confirming the booking.
Consider booking through Thomson, which may offer access to refurbished rooms and confirmed fifth- to seventh-floor sea-view options.
Order a cocktail at the rooftop pool and try the local Mahon Gin.
Bring insect repellent or a fly swat, particularly in September when flies can be troublesome.
Set aside cash for the tourist tax, approximately €4 per person per night.
Book directly through the hotel website to access free kayaks and potentially secure a better room rate or view.
Avoid rooms above the bar because noise may carry, especially at night.
Avoid first-floor rooms if possible because they may be noisy.
Avoid internal rooms, particularly 101/102, 201/202, and 301/302, which overlook an internal well.
Bring cycling equipment and explore Menorca by bike, especially in quieter May.
Check spa prices before using the facilities, as treatments and access can be expensive.
Avoid rooms 134–140, particularly 135–140, because of noise from the stage below.
Choose a high west-facing room for a side sea view and evening sunshine.
Ask for a sunny balcony if you prefer afternoon sun; rooms above reception receive afternoon light.
Choose a roadside room for afternoon sun, or a first-floor roadside room for balcony views of passing activity.
Skip the sea-view supplement if you would rather enjoy the scenery from walks along the seafront and cliffs.
Walk the Cami de Cavalls or hike to Macarella Beach, wearing sturdy footwear for the demanding sections.
Choose bed and breakfast for good value and explore the local restaurants for dinner.
Visit Ciutadella for food and sightseeing, and take the Red Train when visiting Mahón to reduce walking in the heat.
Reserve airport transport before traveling, as taxis and public transport connections are limited.
Use the supermarket to the right of the main entrance, but check its hours because it may close around 7pm.
Try the hotel entertainment, but expect limited evening programming.
Bring your own tea bags, and budget extra for drinks because they can be pricey.
Book spa treatments in advance during high season, although spa-circuit reservations can usually wait.
Request rooms 615–622 if mobility is limited, as they are close to the Blue Spa chairlift.
Prepare for possible evening footstep noise from wooden floors above.
Close the balcony door fully before running the air conditioning; the system only switches on or off at one hotel-wide setting.
Check rooms 530 or 532 for attractive sea views.
Ask about room 334 for a third-floor view with a jacuzzi.
Consider room 628 for an exceptional view from the entrance side of the hotel.
Request room 534, 634, or 734 for a sea-view jacuzzi room.
Consider room 435 for bay views from the bed, or corner room 434 for a larger, sunnier balcony.
Consider room 539 on the fifth floor for a high-floor sea view.
Ask about rooms 634–670, or matching numbers on other floors, for sea views.
Request room 749 for a refurbished top-floor pool outlook, accepting some evening resort music.
Avoid room 718 and nearby rooms because an external generator across the road may create noise.
Request room 325 for partial sea views and balcony sunshine from around midday.
Request a room without an interconnecting door to reduce noise from adjoining rooms.
Try Voll-Damm beer during your stay.
Use local buses to reach Mahon and the old capital.
Contact the hotel directly with room requests, as staff may be able to accommodate preferences before arrival.
Book a suite early because the hotel has only five suites.
Avoid room 234 if you are sensitive to loud music.
Request a room ending in 32 for a good side-sea view and views of fishermen launching boats.
Request rooms 735–740, 635–640, or 535–540 for the best bay-facing views; nearby rooms in the 30s offer side views.
Request room 726 for bay and wooded-area views, sunset, privacy, and proximity to the lifts.
Consider room 646 for a pool-view jacuzzi room.
Consider room 639 for a double sea view.
Request room 535 for its wonderful sea view.
Request room 438 for a quiet room with a great view.
Choose a corner suite for a larger balcony, jacuzzi, and double sea view.
Try Sa Lluna Bar next to Auto Pons for drinks and food.
Rent a car from Auto Pons around the corner and up the hill.
Skip the jacuzzi upgrade.
Choose Lemon rooms out of season; in summer they may be less quiet because they sit just below the pool.
Ask for a room change if needed; the hotel may accommodate requests when availability allows.
Request rooms 538, 539, or 540 for brilliant views.
Request room 422 for its spacious balcony.
Request room 236 for a high-floor front position with a sea view.
Request room 342 for a quiet, sheltered position near the pool steps.
Choose room 119 at the rear for a quieter location.
Request room 734 for an especially attractive room.
Request room 421 for a quiet, spacious room with a larger balcony, bath, and partial sea view.
Request room 716 for lovely afternoon sunshine.
Request a suite on the same level as the swimming pool.
Ask for a room with the newer air conditioning.
Request a room with lower numbers for stronger Wi-Fi, avoiding corridor-end rooms where the signal can be patchy.
Avoid rooms above the delivery entrance.
Choose a below-ground room only if you prefer a cool room and do not need a view.
Book at least the fourth floor for better views; choose the fifth floor or higher when facing the pool, and the third floor or higher toward the beach.
Check bathroom cleanliness and bath plugs on arrival, and report any problems promptly.
Choose a high room overlooking reception and the pine-clad cliff side.
Request room 722 for views of the river, sea, and pine forest without paying extra for a sea-view category.
Request room 743 for afternoon sun, a pool view, and a quiet setting.
Avoid room 745 if you want space or sun; it is a small, shady corner room.
Book the top-floor junior suite if you want that room type.
Ask for extra coffee and tea sachets if the initial supply is insufficient.
Check that the air conditioning works properly as soon as you enter the room.
Request a room from the second floor upward for a recently renovated bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Choose a room sheltered from morning sun for a more comfortable balcony.
Choose a room over the road for lovely afternoon sun on the balcony.
Ask for a room away from the restaurant and pool access for quieter surroundings.
Bring a pack of cards for evening entertainment.
Hire a car from Autopons Ferreries, located just around the corner.
Take a taxi to Ciutadella for about €30 each way.
Walk to the nearby beach and explore the surrounding coves, which are close to the hotel.
Budget €20 for two beach sunbeds for the day.
Use the provided pool towels instead of bringing your own.
Download the Merlin app to identify birds along the walking routes.
Bring sturdy walking shoes for the rocky, steep sections of the coastal paths.
Try Alaska nearby and Mitjana restaurant just off the main street.
Avoid the poolside snack bar, which is substantially more expensive than nearby snack bars and restaurants.
Request room 734 for a particularly good stay.
Avoid room 443 if the view matters, as it overlooks the garden and pool steps.
Avoid room 319.
Avoid room 137 if you want a beach or sea view.
Avoid room 120, which overlooks the trash cans.
Check siesta hours and public holidays before travelling to Ciutadella or Mahón.
Ask reception for a current bus timetable.
Visit Cala Galdana in late April or early May for quiet beaches, noting that beach bars, cafés and shops open around 1 May.
Use the kayaks, bikes and local watersports, including diving, available around the cove.
Expect Cala Galdana Beach to be popular rather than secluded.
Walk to the nearby beach, roughly five minutes from the hotel.
Take a water taxi to Macarella Beach for €12.
Budget for beach sunbeds and parasols, or buy a local parasol and use a towel to avoid the €23.50 daily charge.
Book excursions and other activities ahead of time.
Try a slush Pomada from the bar.
Check food labels carefully and confirm ingredients with staff if you have allergies, as chefs may not speak English.
Try lunch at the pool bar.
Book dinner at Galdana Restaurant.
Ask for extra clothes hangers if needed; they can be delivered quickly.
Take earplugs if you are sensitive to noise, especially when staying near the restaurant, bar or pool.
Request a side or rear room for a quieter woodland outlook, with hoopoes sometimes visible.
Request room 333 for excellent views.
Close the balcony door to keep the air conditioning running.
Ask for a room overlooking the river if you want the strongest outlook.
Book directly with the hotel and use the savings toward a hire car.
Book a sea-view or pool-view room in peak season rather than relying on an upgrade at arrival.
Choose a garden-facing room if you want attractive views without paying extra for a sea view.
Consider a jacuzzi room if you want an upgraded stay.
Avoid rooms numbered 624 and above on the 6th floor if you prefer less corridor foot traffic to the pool.
Avoid rooms 101, 201 and 301.
Avoid rooms 608 and 609 because pool-area cleaning can create early-morning noise.
Prefer room 524 over room 654 for a brighter room with a lovely side sea view.
Request room 338 for a king-size bed and an excellent view.
Request room 335 for its excellent sea view.
Request room 422 for a clean, well-equipped room with a partial side sea view, accepting that it is slightly small.
Reach the pool by 10 a.m. to secure a sunbed.
Tell staff about specific accessibility needs, such as requiring a walk-in shower, before arrival.
About ARTIEM Audax Adults Only
ARTIEM Audax Adults Only is a smart, contemporary escape made for unhurried days by the Menorcan coast. The mood is grown-up but easygoing, with terraces, a relaxation area and a sixth-floor pool deck looking out across Cala Galdana’s handsome crescent bay. Its spa and well-equipped gym add a wellness-minded edge, while summer pool gatherings bring a little energy without turning the hotel into a party resort.
The hotel sits opposite the sea in Cala Galdana, a compact south-coast resort with the beach close at hand. It is particularly well placed for couples and friends who want to combine beach time with walks: the Camí de Cavalls and the coves of Macarella, Macarelleta and Mitjana are within reach. Half-board guests have varied buffet meals, including live cooking, and there are several dining spaces, from Galdana Restaurant to the more casual Blue Café. This is an adults-only stay, best suited to travellers seeking calm rather than a family-focused base.
Guests regularly single out the spotless pool areas, excellent spa circuit and genuinely warm staff. Many find the setting by the beautiful bay hard to beat, and upgraded sea-view rooms earn especially positive comments. A few guests feel standard rooms can be compact and note that some extras cost more than expected, but the prevailing view is of a clean, comfortable hotel that makes a relaxing Menorca holiday feel effortless.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Adult pool
- Adults only
- Aerobics
- Airport transportation
- Baggage storage
- Bar / lounge
- Beach
- Bicycle rental
- Breakfast available
- Breakfast buffet
- Breakfast in the room
- Business Center with Internet Access
- Complimentary tea
- Concierge
- Conference facilities
- Diving
- Dry cleaning
- Entertainment staff
- Evening entertainment
- Facial treatments
- Fitness / spa locker rooms
- Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
- Fitness classes
- Foot massage
- Free breakfast
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Free public parking nearby
- Full body massage
- Head massage
- Hot tub
- Infinity pool
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Massage
- Meeting rooms
- Non-smoking hotel
- Outdoor pool
- Pool
- Pool / beach towels
- Pool with view
- Poolside bar
- Restaurant
- Rooftop bar
- Salon
- Sauna
- Snack bar
- Solarium
- Spa
- Special diet menus
- Steam room
- Sun loungers / beach chairs
- Sun terrace
- Sun umbrellas
- Taxi service
- Wifi
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