This has been my first beach holiday abroad for a few years, and I can tell you, I enjoyed every single minute of it. After arrival at the hotel, we were greeted by the hotel manager, who had kindly showed us to our appartment., and had told us things like what time the swimming pool was closed and what time breakfast was served etc.
After having unpacked on the first night, we wandered down to the restaurant for dinner about 10pm local time, and the food was so good, that it words cannot describe how good it was.
There are several beautiful coves near by with good restaurants overlooking them. There are little corner shops just several minutes away (these tend to close for a short while in the afternoon from about 2pm-5pm) and the staff are very helpful to shoppers.
There is a bus stop located outside the hotel, but these buses run at irregular periods, so it would be handy for you to use a timetable of some sort. There are more buses during mid-morning and early evening than any other time of day.
I would also reccommend taking some tours, because outside of Cuitadella, there is a lot more to see and do on the island than what you really think. In the space of approximately 15 miles (24km) you can find a cheese farm, a 1000ft mountain which has a cathedral situated at the top of it (On sunny days, a view of neighbouring island Majorca can be seen (it is 1 hour away by boat if you fancy a day trip)), a fishing village, outlet shopping centres and a lot more. However, Mahon does have some good things too. On Saturday mornings, there is a very very large market, which is situated a 10 minute walk away from the port. A tour of the port takes an hour and in that time you are able to learn a lot about the history of the town.
Because the Vista Playa hotel belongs to the same company, you are allowed to go there whenever you want to and can enjoy the evening entertainment free of charge. However, this entertainment is mainly aimed at families with very young children.
Another thing I would recommend is if you prefer to buy your own meals etc. from the shop, then what I did most mornings was eat on the balcolny which was located in front of my apartment. You can get a very good view of the nearby hotel. the swimming pool and a few of the coves. It is a very nice way to wake up in the mornings, and looks magical by nighttimes
The room was cleaned everyday, and the cleaner had made a very good job of keeping our room clean, and they always said hello to you if they passed you on their way.
Inside the room the facilities were good. There was a bedroom, a wardrobe, a kitchen with a microwave, oven, fridge. We were also given cups and plates and cutlery. There was also a sofa which could also be used as a bed. (It is noticeable however when you turn over, because it makes a very loud creaky noise!)
There was always a member of staff available day or night. This had come in very handy for us, as we needed to be at the airport (which was about 40 minutes away) by 5.30 in the morning to get back.
I cannot wait to come back.
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