What to do in Menorca
Santa Ponsa, old palace & gardens near Torre Vella
Just a few minutes from Torre Vella, for a day out or to extend your stay in Menorca, head for Santa Ponsa. Atop a hill overlooking Alaior, Santa Ponsa reveals the elegance of a grand 17th-century finca. Behind its ancient vaults, this emblematic Menorcan building now houses a charming hotel with a refined aesthetic, bathed in light and history.
Around the finca, terraced gardens stretch out like a theater of plants: lemon trees, olive groves, palm trees, medicinal plants, vegetable gardens and dry-stone walls create a living landscape. A place of inspiration as much as relaxation, Santa Ponsa cultivates a discreet luxury rooted in nature and time.
Santa Ponsa's sercrete day spa offers several Day Pass options.
Our Day Passes
For an exceptional day out, opt for a Day Pass to Santa Ponsa or Torre Vella
Escape to the gardens, relax at the spa, enjoy lunch in the shade of the olive trees, get a massage in the heart of nature...
Wild coves & beaches
From the Torre Vella boutique hotel in Fontenille Menorca, explore the island's most beautiful coves, between the wild south and the volcanic north. Along a path lined with olive trees, a confidential cove, crystal-clear water with turquoise reflections, silence punctuated by the lapping of the waves... Welcome to an unspoilt paradise, far from the hustle and bustle of tourism.
Some not-to-be-missed coves Cala Macarella, about 25 minutes away by car; Cala Mitjana, 30 minutes away by car; Cala Pregonda, with its ochre rocks and lunar scenery, can be reached in 50 minutes by car, followed by a walk.
Several coves are also within walking distance of the finca.
Camí de Cavalls & Hiking
Enjoy rugged landscapes, breathtaking views and gentle adventures just a few minutes from the Torre Vella finca. The Camí de Cavalls, a 185-kilometer-long ancient pathway that circles Menorca, invites you to discover the island's unspoiled nature. Accessible on foot, bike or horseback, it crosses protected natural areas, skirts breathtaking cliffs, winds through Mediterranean forests and often leads to deserted beaches that only hikers can reach. A rare, natural luxury, within walking distance of Torre Vella.
Ciutadella and Mahon
Located in the heart of the Menorcan countryside, Torre Vella is the ideal starting point for exploring the island's two emblematic towns: Ciutadella, the former aristocratic capital to the west, and Mahón, today's capital and a major natural Mediterranean port to the east.
Only 20 minutes away, Ciutadella with its cobbled streets, palaces and Mediterranean charm. MahónThis seaside-facing town blends British and Spanish influences, Georgian architecture and the gentleness of the port - a stroll through history, culture and the Minorcan art of living.
Minorcan archaeological heritage
Much more than just a seaside resort, Menorca boasts an archaeological heritage that is unique in the Mediterranean. Just a few minutes from Torre Vella, discover Lithicaa former marlstone quarry transformed into a labyrinthine garden and cultural park - an open-air mineral cathedral between art and nature.
The island is also home to some fascinating talayotic sitesUNESCO World Heritage sites, such as Naveta des Tudons or Torralba d'en SalortThe hotel is within easy reach of a thousand years of history.
Menorca, starry skies
From Torre Vella, you can admire Menorca's starry skies in a quiet, unspoilt setting. Thanks to the low light pollution of this protected area, you can easily observe the Milky Way, the constellations and the thousands of twinkling stars. Whether you're an astronomy enthusiast or simply looking for a moment of serenity, Menorca's night-time spectacle is a unique experience. There are several observation points within easy reach of the hotel, ideal for strolling under the stars.
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