From guest reviews
Request a higher or top-floor apartment for better views, more privacy, fewer ants, and less noise, but expect stairs.
2-star 12 rooms from $132
What guests mention
sister hotel
half board
air con
decent size
family holiday
bus stop
clean towels
bus service
a lovely holiday
high season
ice cream
arenal
Guests tend to see Seth Sa Mirada as a practical choice for a laid-back family stay near Arenal d’en Castell’s beach. The apartment format is appreciated for useful self-catering features such as a fridge and toaster, along with reasonable space and nearby shops. Air conditioning, fresh towels and access to buses add convenience, and some guests welcome the sister hotel’s half-board option. It is a simple, budget-focused base, though those wanting extensive on-site facilities or a more upscale hotel feel may find it limited.
Guest guide
Your stay, step by step
Advice from guests who actually stayed at Seth Sa Mirada — 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 independently rather than through Thomson, as package prices may be higher.
Transport
Use the bus service to explore the island.
Rooms
Request a higher or top-floor apartment for better views, more privacy, fewer ants, and less noise, but expect stairs.
Dining
Eat breakfast around 8am to avoid the queues and busy period after 8:45am.
Pool & Beach
Use the pool snacks from 11am–3pm and bar from 10am–7pm, and plan meals or drinks outside those hours.
Activities
Book excursions through Menorticket up the road.
Location
Prepare for steps and the hotel’s hill, and expect limited nightlife because the resort mainly suits families.
Service
Ask reception for ant spray if ants become a problem.
Tips & Tricks
Keep food sealed or refrigerated, clean crumbs, and take rubbish out at night to prevent ants.
Insider tips
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Seth Sa Mirada.
From guest reviews
Request a ground-floor apartment for easier access, buggies, children, and larger patio or grassy areas.
From guest reviews
Request Block A on an upper floor for sea or pool views and proximity to the pool, bar, and reception.
From guest reviews
Avoid ground-floor apartments if privacy, ants, noise, or security concern you; they can face passersby and furniture noise.
From guest reviews
Request a quiet room away from the road, young groups, and pool activity; Block C is furthest from the pool.
From guest reviews
Request rooms 617 or 618 for the hotel’s best and most unrestricted bay views, but expect two flights of stairs.
From guest reviews
Keep food sealed or refrigerated, clean crumbs, and take rubbish out at night to prevent ants.
From guest reviews
Bring a mattress topper if you dislike firm beds.
From guest reviews
Prepare for steps and the hotel’s hill, and expect limited nightlife because the resort mainly suits families.
From guest reviews
Bring basic washing-up supplies, although some washing-up items are provided.
From guest reviews
Request room 641 for a quiet, well-positioned apartment.
From guest reviews
Request room 611 in Block A for a quiet position with sea views near reception.
From guest reviews
Grab poolside sunbeds after a morning at the beach, as the pool area is usually uncrowded.
From guest reviews
Buy or bring a beach umbrella; local umbrellas cost about €20.
From guest reviews
Walk to the nearby supermarkets when self-catering.
From guest reviews
Bring bin liners because bins may not be changed daily.
From guest reviews
Use the pool snacks from 11am–3pm and bar from 10am–7pm, and plan meals or drinks outside those hours.
From guest reviews
Eat breakfast around 8am to avoid the queues and busy period after 8:45am.
From guest reviews
Rent a car from a reasonably priced local company; the island is easy to drive around.
From guest reviews
Book excursions through Menorticket up the road.
From guest reviews
Ask staff for help with any issue; they are helpful.
From guest reviews
Use the bus service to explore the island.
From guest reviews
Book independently rather than through Thomson, as package prices may be higher.
From guest reviews
Ask reception for ant spray if ants become a problem.
From guest reviews
Request an Isla Parasio apartment if possible.
From guest reviews
Request Block B or C if reliable Wi-Fi is important, as Wi-Fi in Block A can be poor.
About Seth Sa Mirada
Seth Sa Mirada is a straightforward, family-minded apartment base for a relaxed Menorca break, with the easy-going feel of a holiday complex rather than a formal hotel. The focus is on space, independence and spending most of the day outdoors, whether that means beach time, simple meals back at the apartment or an unhurried evening in the resort.
It sits in Arenal d’en Castell, around 350 metres from the resort’s broad, shell-shaped sandy bay. Its clear, shallow water makes the beach particularly appealing for families with younger children. Supermarkets, shops, bars and restaurants are close by in the surrounding development, so a car is useful for exploring but not essential for day-to-day essentials. Mahón is about 21 km away, while Menorca Airport is roughly 24 km from the property.
Guests’ practical talking points tend to centre on the family-holiday setup: decent-sized apartments, fridges and toasters for self-catering, and handy supermarket access. Clean towel service, air conditioning and the local bus stop also come up as useful details, while some visitors make use of half-board arrangements at the sister hotel. It is best suited to travellers who value a convenient beach location and unfussy apartment living over a polished, full-service resort experience.
Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Flatscreen TV
- Housekeeping
- Kitchenette
- Kitchenware
- Microwave
- Private balcony
- Refrigerator
- Safe
- Seating area
- Sofa
Good to know
Price range
$132 - $316
Rooms
12
Hotel class
2-star
Style
Budget · Family
WiFi
Yes
Also known as
Sa Mirada Hotel Arenal D`En Castell
Phone
Location
Avenida Ronda 600, Arenal d'en Castell, 07740, ES
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