Alua Illa de Menorca

We have been coming to S’Algar for the past 30-years and have stayed in this hotel as far back as when it was the San Luis. This year we have visited the hotel twice, once in May to celebrate our Golden Wedding with our family and again just last week for a quiet, relaxing time which was exactly what we had. Over the years the quality of the food has changed and deteriorated but as we are AI and have three meals a day we weren’t going hungry. Breakfast is good, lunch and dinner are very similar but always a choice and you can find something. However, vegetarian and vegan options aren't consistently plentiful or clearly labelled. Yes I agree with past posts that it is not always as hot as I would like but it is difficult I am sure catering for so many. Choice of bread is excellent as is the fruit at both sittings. Cheese and cold meat is always available. We found the drinks selection good and pleasant for our tastes. The cocktails aren't great, but spirits and mixers, beer, and sangria were all good. A little tip about the coffee at breakfast from the machines, not the best, but once the snack bar opens and the Sports Bar, you can get a lovely cup of coffee from the barista, which is what we did. Just a little note to management about the food put out in the snack bar and the flies which people have mentioned. We only had apples, pears and oranges which we were able to wash before we ate but maybe a simple covering of netting or plastic would stop the problem of the flies on the cakes, pastries and rolls. The rooms were cleaned to a high standard every day and should you want fresh towels every day then they are available. The entertainment was good, some excellent singers and the entertainment team were young, energetic and very friendly. We had some lovely evening playing cards and games with Kat, Ursula, Alba and Hermes. Andrea in the Sports Bar is a delight and offers a very welcoming and relaxing space to chill out. The reception staff, especially the lovely Mandy, cannot do enough to help you get the most of your week. In a way they do the job which the holiday reps did years ago, advising you on trips, transport and really anything you need to know. Above all we feel very safe at this hotel. Many people we met said the same and have been coming for years. And here it comes, the ‘however’. The last couple of days we had one or two conversations with people who had been coming for many years, one couple even before us. The general concern is the food and how it has gone downhill and they are questioning whether or not they would come again. The second negative which I believe is fairly new to the hotel is the smoking. In recent years we understood that smoking was and has been confined to certain areas, namely by the green bins. This year we have found ourselves having to move around the pool due to smoking and vaping (the latter more so). I am sure that I am not alone in whilst looking healthy I have an underlying health condition which affects my lungs and I should be able to feel confident in choosing an area where I can feel safe away from smoke and chemicals. On two occasions, vaping was being done by people in the outside dining area during eating without any interference from staff. Just a final note to management, as I mentioned earlier we came in May with our family who had a wonderful holiday but would be reluctant to return if the food and smoking isn’t addressed. As for us old cliental we don’t want to stop coming but have to prioritise our health.

The entrance to the hotel looks a bit tired but enter the reception and it is totally different. Booking in was quick and efficent with Rebecca being a very pleasent and helpful lady. The lift is quite small so two people and two suitcases and it`s full. The room was fine but the lampshade was rusty and the light switch was dirty.A quick call to reception soon had these things sorted.The bath panel could do with replacing but didn`t affect the use of the bath.The shower is hot and while not over powerful is effiecent enough to give a good shower. The beds are a little firm but we still had a good sleep every night.The air conditioning worked well.The teabags are not replaced after the first time of use,so just take some from the restaurant and get some milk from either the restaurant or the bars if the restaurant is closed. While the balcany isn`t big it is enough to sit out on and enjoy a drink with a collapsable drying rack. The floor is wood and not the usual tiles so was quite nice. The restaurant does get busy at times but the waiters are busy collecting empty dishes and doing a good job. If you have a gluten intolerance or are celiac then you can tell them at reception and they will put it on your room number and send it to the kitchen.However be careful as someone cooked my husband pasta and told him it was gluten free, we were unsure and checked yes it`s gluten free. Well it wasn`t and my husband paid the price of being up all night. When you go to the resraurant ask for one of the chefs to tell you what is and isn`t gluten free.They even so a gluten free pizza base.(if someone tells you that they are busy ask to speak to the head chef and you will be given gluten food ) If you want a quieter bar go to Jumpers which is just over the carpark,here you can get drinks and some ice creams . Jumpers is also where you meet for any sports like padel. The sports bar doe`s get busy but just have a little patience and you will get served.After all you are on holiday what`s the rush? They do serve gluten free beers also. The food in the restaurant is very mediocore with some nights all the meat being chewy and bland , but you will always find something. If you want to go by a bus to anywhere on the island get a receptionist to print the timetable for you but don`t expect a regular service.However with a bit of planning it is possible to get to other places.

S’algar is a small purpose built resort with only a couple of shops and bars. The Hotel itself, and all staff, especially reception staff are very good, friendly and professional. The hotel is kept spotlessly clean by hard working staff.. Our room had a lovely sea view, comfortable bed, and bathroom had a shower over bath. It was always possible to find a sun bed around the pool, though there were several other seating areas round and about. Adjacent to the hotel is a small park where several sports were on offer, just beware of the footpaths which are overgrown with tree roots and make walking precarious Our main complaint, like many other reviews, was the evening meal. We found dishes were bland and cold although they were nicely presented. The sweets were plentiful and varied. I am sure the chefs and kitchen staff all worked very hard, shame it just missed the mark. If we had been in any other resort we would have eaten out in the evening, but lack of local amenities prevented this. For us, this would have been an ideal bed and breakfast hotel, if in another location.

Very good location for us small resort quiet and pretty much unspoiled Room in need of refreshing and some modernisation also walls very thin as you heard conversation, coughing etc Very clean hotel The food and restaurant were the biggest downside on our stay.on several occasions the food was Luke warm at best.food replenishment was very slow on numerous occasions and the waiting time was between 3 and 7 minutes which was frustrating.

Very good expierience with Allua Illade menorca. Rooms are very clear, Staff and reception are very kindly. Food and drinks was okay