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Binibeca in Menorca is a charming resort on the south coast of the island. Boasting a beautiful beach, a selection of shops and restaurants and a picturesque fishing village, it is the perfect base for a fantastic family holiday. We stayed in this pretty part of the Spanish island as a family of three generations – toddler and grandparents included!
Mahon Airport to Binibeca
If you’re looking for a short transfer time from the airport, then Binibeca is an ideal place to stay for your Menorca holiday. It takes around 20 minutes by car on the Me-8 to travel from the airport to the resort. I would recommend grabbing a taxi from the airport or if you prefer to be more organised (and require an infant car seat, for example) then pre-book a private transfer from Mahon airport in advance.
If you’re travelling to Binibeca from other parts of the island, then I would suggest hiring a car (the island is small and easy to explore). Of course, public transport is available but the buses only run during the summer. Another great option would be to pre-book a day trip to Binibeca with a reputable company like GetYourGuide.
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Binibeca Accommodation
Binibeca isn’t the place to holiday if it’s large all-inclusive hotels you are looking for. The majority of accommodation in this resort is apartments or villas with pools. We stayed in the lovely Villa Beatrice which has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge and kitchen. And most importantly, its own private pool. We couldn’t fault the location of our villa either, just a short stroll from the beach and a great selection of restaurants, as well as Binibeca Vell (more about that later!).
If you’re travelling as a family, then staying in a villa affords you extra space and privacy that a hotel wouldn’t offer. We found that for toddler holidays abroad, a villa is the best choice because we could soak up the sun or take a dip in the pool whilst our daughter took her afternoon nap.
Restaurants in Binibeca
If you’re staying in self-catering accommodation then you are going to want to try out some of the local restaurants! Here’s what I personally thought of some of the restaurants in Binibeca.
Delaneys, Passeig Marítim Binibèquer Vel: Our favourite. An unassuming restaurant next to a minimarket. Reasonable prices, great staff, toddler friendly. The vegetable paella was delicious! We would have returned if we had dined here earlier in the week.
Paseo 60, Passeig Marítim Binibèquer Vel: Excellent pizza and cocktails. Pretty beachside vibe without actually being by the beach.
Binigrill Restaurant, Binibeca Vell Tourist Complex: Tasty food but small portions and quite expensive (why serve just half a jacket potato?!?). Nothing much for vegetarians or little kids but my daughter enjoyed the atmosphere (and I ate fish).
El Patio, Binibeca Vell Tourist Complex: A nice little spot for coffees and pastries.
Sa Cova del Sol, Carrer de s’Amfos Blau, Binibèquer Nou: A warm welcome and a boho vibe. Good food and cocktails. This is the sort of place I can imagine enjoying a sunset on a warm summer evening but unfortunately it was just a little bit too chilly for us.
BB Cocktail Bar, Binibeca Vell Tourist Complex: Honourable mention to this cocktail bar where me and my hubby snuck off to for a cheeky drink while my parents babysat at the villa. I recommend the Tramontana (it has a smoke bubble on top!).
What to do in Binibeca in Menorca
Binibeca, much like Menorca itself, is not a party location. Think lazy days by the pool, basking on soft white sands, savouring a paella and a cocktail of an evening while watching the sun set. Binibeca certainly has its charms and tourist appeal though, so here are my recommendations for what to do in Binibeca.
Stroll around Binibeca Vell
Binibeca Vell (Old Binibeca) is a charming village designed in the 1960s to mimic traditional Greek island architecture. Despite being referred to as a ‘fishing village’, it is actually a private residential complex. You can take a wander through the narrow streets which are akin to somewhere like Santorini but be mindful that people actually live here so there are a few rules for visitors to adhere to.
🕙 Visiting Hours: Tourists can visit the residential area from 10 AM to 10 PM.
🤫 Maintain Silence: Please keep noise to a minimum to respect the residents.
🚫 Respect Private Property: Do not enter homes, sit on private furniture or climb balconies. That includes all you instaposers!
🗑️ Keep the Village Clean: Use designated bins and avoid littering to preserve the village’s beauty.
The area has become a popular tourist destination, attracting over 800,000 visitors annually. Aside from the residential complex, there is also a small commercial centre (or tourist complex) offering a selection of restaurants, bars and shops. We visited Menorca in May and found the area to have a great atmosphere during the day but lacking a little of an evening. I imagine the vibe would be different in the peak summer season.
Note: The labyrinth of houses aren’t particularly stroller (or wheelchair) friendly, but you can wander along the seafront side (near the car park) and the commercial area quite easily.
Soak up the sun on Binibeca Beach
Binibeca Beach aka Playa de Binibequer is easily one of the prettiest beaches I have been to in Europe. Think soft white sand and clear turquoise sea. Our villa was just a 10 minute stroll away.
Tucked away behind a small, lush smelling pine forest is Binibeca’s Blue Flag beach. The easiest way to reach the beach (certainly with a stroller) is via the paths through the trees. Although the beach itself offers very little shade, there are sunbeds and parasols that can be hired or you can retreat to the little pine forest and seek some shade on one of the picnic benches dotted about.
There is a small hut on the beach to buy refreshments, however during our visit in May this was not open, despite the beach still being relatively busy. There is an ice cream kiosk on the main road just outside the beach though, so I would definitely recommend a stop here.
For children, there is a playground on the opposite side of the road but we didn’t visit on this occasion.
Hire a car and explore the island
If you’ve enjoyed the restaurants, beach and explored the village then I would recommend hiring a car and seeing a little more of the island. I’ve written another blog post about my personal best things to do in Menorca, but if you only have one day then my highlights would be a trip to the old capital Ciutadella with a stop at Menorca Donkey Rescue on the way.
Happy Holidays!
I hope this blog post helps you plan your own trip to Binibeca in Menorca. If you liked this then you might find my other Spain content helpful too.