I have just returned from a week at the Sol Falco and can say I would certainly recommend this hotel, but there were a few initial problems that we managed to get sorted but once that was sorted it was all very enjoyable indeed. There were 5 of us in total - My Partner and I our friends and ther 6 year Old daughter.
We booked through Thomas Cook and arrived in Mahón on time and the transfer (Approx 55 Minutes) showed the very well kept Island of Menorca. First Impressions were that it was a quiet Island - and looked unspoiled.
Arrived at SolFalco and Reception Staff were very pleasant and welcoming - the Hotel looked great! We were Put into "Rancho" Block of rooms, both parties right next door to one another. First impressions - fantastic but as one of the other reviews stated - the walls "are" paper thin so having your parents or kids rooming next door may be a problem if you know what I mean? All got unpacked and ready for hitting the pool - then our friends daughter slipped in the bathroom on water that was on the floor and smashed her toes on the marble sink units and was in a lot of pain. The water seemed to be leaking from under the bath/shower but nobody had used it? After she was bandaged up we set off to the pool and all was great for the rest of the day.
We were very happy with the selection of foods in the food Hall - there are enough choices to keep everyone happy - for the price of going to half board, I would certainly recommend it.
So we went to get our heads down on the 1st night but as soon as I lay down on the bed the pillows/sheets/matress stank of damp so I had to strip the bed and lay on towels for the night. We also had the leaking bath like our friends next door and had to use all of the towels to make the floor safe to walk on the next morning - we started to doubt our choice a little.....
Next morning we mentioned it to our Thomas Cook Rep- Fiona who was very helpful and spoke to the Hotel on our behalf and after a few questions and an inspection they moved us to different blocks. It turns out that "Rancho"had just been re-opened for this summer so it had been laying empty and un-aired since last summer. We moved to "Finca" and our friends to "Gange". We were both very happy with the rooms for the rest of our stay. We even cam back that night to find a letter from the management apologizing for the inconvenience and they left us a nice box of chocolates too!
The Hotel was run very well indeed - pools very well kept - bar staff (Juan especially) very pleasant indeed - entertainment was great for kids and activities throughout the day are good and the staff not to pushy to get you involved. Very large Gymnasium too but treadmill not working but great for weights and pulley machines if you want to have a work-out.
Tip- if you want to have beers/drinks by the pool then just walk to Spar which is not even 2 minutes of a walk from the main pool as a freezing cold pint can of San Miguel is only 89c as opposed to €5.50 from the bar! Hmmm..... As well as cold Sangria, etc....
Rented a car for 3 days (Renault Megane for €114) and I would recommend that as we went to Citeuadella (Old Capital) one evening for a meal and a look about - only about 25mins drive, Mount Toro which is the highest point in menorca with stunning views on a clear day, Cala Galdana Beach, and Binebeca Beach - all very well kept, beautiful places that are worth seeing. My favourite was Binebeca Beach. Beautiful clear waters everywhere with great snorkelling.
In Calla'n Bosch you have the Marina with a range of restaurants and bars. Nothing in your face again - not really a place if you're single or looking for a wild week in the sun. More family orientated. No clubs, just disco bars and smoking ban is not enforced in Menorca so it can come as a bit of a shock if you're looking to go inside for a dance. It really is noticeable to get the smell of smoke in bars again.
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Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, Great pool scene, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Theme / Amusement park, Outdoor / Adventure