San Jaime Complex, Son Bou, Spain
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Especially suited to families who like beach based holidays in peaceful surroundings. This very spacious, well set- out complex with pretty Minorcan-style apartments and set in well-tended grounds is especially suited to families who like beach-based holidays. Son Bou beach can be reached by taking the mini train (about 3 Euros charge) or on foot. loading...
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" Son Bou is a really lovely place.... "
Submitted By: Miss S Jayne
Son Bou is a really lovely place. Just had 2 weeks on the San Jaime complex really enjoyed it. A little bit noisy as we were facing a small road that goes around the complex but it was still lovely. The beach is amazing one of the best I have seen in Menorca. The pool was a little to busy for me as I don't have children but I would definitely recommend to families. The night-life tends to be 1 bar the Copa Cabana where there are acts on every night, such as the temptations who are brilliant, but if you want something quieter then the Irish bar will suit you more. There is only a handful of restaurants but the food is good. I will definitely be making a return journey!!
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:First Choice
" This was our second visit with... "
Submitted By: Mr P Hall
This was our second visit with Thomson, great all round holiday. Wife loves reading by the pool (hates the sand), I learnt to scuba dive and now PADI Open water, 3 boys (10,8,6) had masses to do. We met lovely couple from UK with 3 kids Aug 2005, came back together this year, planning another together July/Aug 2007 (booked privately). Basic accommodation, near Zone 3 ; great for kids entertainment, staff very friendly. Local restaurants cater for all diets, eldest son has dairy allergy, locals all accommodating in cooking something dairy free. Variety of food, not necessary to eat chips with everything, have good salads too- but hey you're on holiday.
New bowling alley good for kids, plenty of shops for all wallets. Beach excellent for building sand shapes. All sorts of sun-worshipers catered for!! Banaba boat ride great fun too. Used the slide pedaloes -reasonable prices. (There are ATM machines but watch the charges)
Evening entertainment tribute bands varying talent but a good laugh, Elvis with a Spanish twang! Freddie Mercury good. Need plenty of euros for the pool tables which attract the kids like magnets. The Maze good value if you go more than once as you get discount on previous ticket, varying themes for Maze games and prizes. Good super-maket on site. Recommend visit Waterpark at Cuitadella -great fun day out and cheap to eat there.
Going back July/Aug 2007 for more scuba diving, wife happy by the pool and kids are well looked after - a holiday resort for everyone.
New bowling alley good for kids, plenty of shops for all wallets. Beach excellent for building sand shapes. All sorts of sun-worshipers catered for!! Banaba boat ride great fun too. Used the slide pedaloes -reasonable prices. (There are ATM machines but watch the charges)
Evening entertainment tribute bands varying talent but a good laugh, Elvis with a Spanish twang! Freddie Mercury good. Need plenty of euros for the pool tables which attract the kids like magnets. The Maze good value if you go more than once as you get discount on previous ticket, varying themes for Maze games and prizes. Good super-maket on site. Recommend visit Waterpark at Cuitadella -great fun day out and cheap to eat there.
Going back July/Aug 2007 for more scuba diving, wife happy by the pool and kids are well looked after - a holiday resort for everyone.
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" I've just got back from my holiday... "
Submitted By: Miss M Kilkie
I've just got back from my holiday which I thoroughly enjoyed! The atmosphere of the resort was great, a very friendly, family environment. The apartment was perfect, just what you need.
The entertainment was very very good, there was a pool situated just next to the restaurant. The bar staff were extremely friendly and i would recommend it to anyone!
The centre of Son Bou was filled with bars and restaurants, all of which looked great; there was plenty of choice. I may be going back there next year because i enjoyed it so much!
The entertainment was very very good, there was a pool situated just next to the restaurant. The bar staff were extremely friendly and i would recommend it to anyone!
The centre of Son Bou was filled with bars and restaurants, all of which looked great; there was plenty of choice. I may be going back there next year because i enjoyed it so much!
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Skytours
" Excellent self catering units in very... "
Submitted By: Miss M Cronin
Excellent self catering units in very pretty environment. Reception area open 24 hours and very friendly efficient staff. Short walk to centre of Son Bou.
Apartments are in villa style accommodation and found them to be very spacious. Each one has grass area outside so very safe for children to play.
There is also a maze under separate management which was superb. Loved by the children and adults alike.
Apartments are in villa style accommodation and found them to be very spacious. Each one has grass area outside so very safe for children to play.
There is also a maze under separate management which was superb. Loved by the children and adults alike.
- Date of Holiday:May 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Skytours
" My family and I have just spent 7... "
Submitted By: Mr J Pickard
My family and I have just spent 7 days in Zone 3 of the San Jaime Complex. It is the first time my family have had a holiday abroad.
Son Bou is very special - the scenery, the restaurants, the bars, the beach, the sound of frogs (at night!). I thoroughly recommend Son Bou and San Jaime.
Cost wise - I would say prices are slightly cheaper than the UK (food and drink). Drink from Supermarkets is very cheap (65 cents for a 50cl can of San Miguel) if you fancy a drink back at your accommodation. Wine is good value too.
Children will love the resort - there is plenty to do. There's even an arcade in Son Bou that has 10-pin bowling, a bar, arcade games and a soft-play ball area.
We're going back very soon!
Son Bou is very special - the scenery, the restaurants, the bars, the beach, the sound of frogs (at night!). I thoroughly recommend Son Bou and San Jaime.
Cost wise - I would say prices are slightly cheaper than the UK (food and drink). Drink from Supermarkets is very cheap (65 cents for a 50cl can of San Miguel) if you fancy a drink back at your accommodation. Wine is good value too.
Children will love the resort - there is plenty to do. There's even an arcade in Son Bou that has 10-pin bowling, a bar, arcade games and a soft-play ball area.
We're going back very soon!
- Date of Holiday:May 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" Son Bou is a fantastic resort with... "
Submitted By: Ms T Dodsworth
Son Bou is a fantastic resort with lots of fun and enjoyable things to do eg. The maze and the countless number of swimming pools me and my cousin Michelle really enjoyed our time here.
The reps were really helpful and supportive throughout our time there, the complex was amazing and really big a beautiful the weather in Son Bou was quite good apart from the golf balls one day lol.....the hail stone.
We really recommend this holiday to anybody who has children or want to have fun also there are two amazing water parks which make a really fun day out the best part of our experience was the maze this was the best on the night time especially as there’s lots of different games to play and things to do.
Also you get to meet lots of new friends there and there is plenty of night-time entertainment for the adults eg shows in hotels, apartments and pubs n clubs open till early hours, me and michelle had a really enjoyable holiday at son bou san jaime complex and hope to return soon
Gracias!!!
The reps were really helpful and supportive throughout our time there, the complex was amazing and really big a beautiful the weather in Son Bou was quite good apart from the golf balls one day lol.....the hail stone.
We really recommend this holiday to anybody who has children or want to have fun also there are two amazing water parks which make a really fun day out the best part of our experience was the maze this was the best on the night time especially as there’s lots of different games to play and things to do.
Also you get to meet lots of new friends there and there is plenty of night-time entertainment for the adults eg shows in hotels, apartments and pubs n clubs open till early hours, me and michelle had a really enjoyable holiday at son bou san jaime complex and hope to return soon
Gracias!!!
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Airtours
" Well what can we say! Had a great... "
Submitted By: Mr KS Swan
Well what can we say! Had a great time at the san Jaime complex. We won this holiday on Thomson auctions and we were spoilt for the price we paid for it. The apartment we stayed in with our 3 children was big, very clean and tidy, with everything you need in the apartment.
The complex itself is big with everything you need in and around it. The staff are friendly and very helpful, but just watch out for the wondering eye of the waiters, which made us feel a bit uncomfortable in the evening lol! (Perfect for the shirley valentines of the world).
The pool was clean and well maintained but I think we know why this is, as there is a warden that goes round picking up rubbish every two minutes, and make sure you don't take anything round the pool from the supermarket because she will take it off you lol, (but was funny to watch)!
The entertainment in the evening was great with tribute bands like rod stewart, temptations, and some small Chinese people spinning plates which our kids thought were great.
The only thing was that Menorca is expensive compared to the other islands, so make sure you take a lot of spending money!!. In son bou itself there is a lot of bars and restaurants which cater for everyone with all kinds of food. The best bar was the cococabana above the supermarket with great views looking over son bou beach. The staff were great fun at the bar and made you very welcome even though our daughters kept spilling their drinks, but they would replace them straight away free of charge.
The beach is perfect and clean, except the sun beds were 17.50 euros which I thought was too much.
Overall this holiday is great for families and even couples, but after reading other reviews on here I’m dismayed how they think that there are so many chav families that go to the san jaime. We thought that there were great people there with all types of different characters that made this holiday great! So if you are after 5 star all inclusive go and find something in that context!
The complex itself is big with everything you need in and around it. The staff are friendly and very helpful, but just watch out for the wondering eye of the waiters, which made us feel a bit uncomfortable in the evening lol! (Perfect for the shirley valentines of the world).
The pool was clean and well maintained but I think we know why this is, as there is a warden that goes round picking up rubbish every two minutes, and make sure you don't take anything round the pool from the supermarket because she will take it off you lol, (but was funny to watch)!
The entertainment in the evening was great with tribute bands like rod stewart, temptations, and some small Chinese people spinning plates which our kids thought were great.
The only thing was that Menorca is expensive compared to the other islands, so make sure you take a lot of spending money!!. In son bou itself there is a lot of bars and restaurants which cater for everyone with all kinds of food. The best bar was the cococabana above the supermarket with great views looking over son bou beach. The staff were great fun at the bar and made you very welcome even though our daughters kept spilling their drinks, but they would replace them straight away free of charge.
The beach is perfect and clean, except the sun beds were 17.50 euros which I thought was too much.
Overall this holiday is great for families and even couples, but after reading other reviews on here I’m dismayed how they think that there are so many chav families that go to the san jaime. We thought that there were great people there with all types of different characters that made this holiday great! So if you are after 5 star all inclusive go and find something in that context!
- Date of Holiday:Sep 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" I am probably biased as our family... "
Submitted By: Mrs N Robinson
I am probably biased as our family has owned an apartment in Son Bou for 25 years! I love Menorca and since my first visit as a teenager I have seen the Son Bou resort grow into a place I now enjoy holidaying at with my own children.
Yes the apartments are basic, and yes the food in the poolside restaurants comes mostly with chips, but you are on holiday so explore.
Casa Andres restaurant is fabulous with friendly staff, there is always a queue of people who haven’t booked a table waiting hopefully to be seated.
Boni's is another favourite with some different dishes on the menu and Boni (the owner) offers recommendations which are worth taking.
Facilities for children (ours are 11 and 14 now) are great, the maze draws them every year. There is an internet cafe so they need never be off MSN if that's their thing. The waterslides on the complex are cheap enough and not too daunting for under 10's and over 40's!!
The beach is beautiful, go there at 7pm, swim for an hour or so (or just people watch), then get a bite to eat at one of the beach bars and watch the sunset.
The marshland in between the apartments and the beach is a haven for wildlife, any twitchers out there take your binoculars.
The numerous festivals throughout July and August are worth visiting, horses running through the streets etc so not for the faint hearted, its probably worth booking an excursion as finding your own parking place can be hard.
We will be going again next year, whether its your 1st or your 21st visit, enjoy it.
Yes the apartments are basic, and yes the food in the poolside restaurants comes mostly with chips, but you are on holiday so explore.
Casa Andres restaurant is fabulous with friendly staff, there is always a queue of people who haven’t booked a table waiting hopefully to be seated.
Boni's is another favourite with some different dishes on the menu and Boni (the owner) offers recommendations which are worth taking.
Facilities for children (ours are 11 and 14 now) are great, the maze draws them every year. There is an internet cafe so they need never be off MSN if that's their thing. The waterslides on the complex are cheap enough and not too daunting for under 10's and over 40's!!
The beach is beautiful, go there at 7pm, swim for an hour or so (or just people watch), then get a bite to eat at one of the beach bars and watch the sunset.
The marshland in between the apartments and the beach is a haven for wildlife, any twitchers out there take your binoculars.
The numerous festivals throughout July and August are worth visiting, horses running through the streets etc so not for the faint hearted, its probably worth booking an excursion as finding your own parking place can be hard.
We will be going again next year, whether its your 1st or your 21st visit, enjoy it.
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Have just returned from two great... "
Submitted By: Mrs J M Copeman
Have just returned from two great weeks at the San Jaime Complex! My husband, myself and our three children all decided that it was our best holiday to date. There was something for everyone, all our children, aged 12, 9,7,had an absolute ball!!
We were based in Zone 5, which was very convenient for the swimming pools, maze, water slides and the Supermercado! However as our middle child has Downs syndrome we did find the walk to the beach a little arduous in the heat of the day.
We hired a car for four days so we were able to explore some of the many beautiful beaches and other sites that Menorca has to offer. The apartment was adequate considering the amount of time we spent indoors, it was very clean and the maid service was very reliable, every other day.
The whole atmosphere was very relaxed and felt very safe for the children, our son with Downs has never had so much independence. We were all a bit glum when it was time to come back home to England and the rain-we will definitely return!
We were based in Zone 5, which was very convenient for the swimming pools, maze, water slides and the Supermercado! However as our middle child has Downs syndrome we did find the walk to the beach a little arduous in the heat of the day.
We hired a car for four days so we were able to explore some of the many beautiful beaches and other sites that Menorca has to offer. The apartment was adequate considering the amount of time we spent indoors, it was very clean and the maid service was very reliable, every other day.
The whole atmosphere was very relaxed and felt very safe for the children, our son with Downs has never had so much independence. We were all a bit glum when it was time to come back home to England and the rain-we will definitely return!
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" Menorca is great, you can go on loads... "
Submitted By: Miss L Bennett
Menorca is great, you can go on loads of trips, a coast to coast trip – you go around looking at all the coast of Menorca and see some fantastic sites.
You can also go to an aqua park where there are water slides a Jacuzzi and a pool. You can also see the dancing horses which are really good. There is a market in Mahon Town that you can go to and you can also go on some boat trips.
The holiday reps are really great, they make you feel really welcome and they make sure you have a good time. Our room is really nice there was nothing wrong with it.
There are some good swimming pools and there is a beach which is lovely. When you are swimming in the beach you can see little fish swimming with you.
The restaurants around here are really great they do a variety of foods. The bar buy the flumes is good because every night they have entertainment going on. I can´t wait to come back next year.
You can also go to an aqua park where there are water slides a Jacuzzi and a pool. You can also see the dancing horses which are really good. There is a market in Mahon Town that you can go to and you can also go on some boat trips.
The holiday reps are really great, they make you feel really welcome and they make sure you have a good time. Our room is really nice there was nothing wrong with it.
There are some good swimming pools and there is a beach which is lovely. When you are swimming in the beach you can see little fish swimming with you.
The restaurants around here are really great they do a variety of foods. The bar buy the flumes is good because every night they have entertainment going on. I can´t wait to come back next year.
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2006
- Board Basis:Room Only
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" Just got back from such a fantastic... "
Submitted By: Miss L Wright
Just got back from such a fantastic holiday in the San Jamie complex yesterday and I’m already persuading my mum and dad to take us back next year, although they won’t need much persuading because we loved it so much!
We went for 2 weeks and stayed in an apartment in Zone 4 which was very close to the maze, pool, bar/restaurant supermarket and everything we needed and only a short walk to other restaurants, shops and beautiful beach!
Even though I've just turned 14 and just enjoyed my birthday on holiday, I absolutely loved the maze which was on every night and it wasn't just me other people my age were there too along with younger children.
Also, the entertainment at night was really good with the best tribute band there - The Temptations! The 'Four Tops' were also good and Freddy Mercury was also on and had everyone in fits of laughter when he was dressed as a women and his wig fell off.
Waiters and staff in restaurants are very friendly especially in the Zone 4 bar/restaurant and especially our waiter Hoolio! We loved him to bits! My mum even got a free Hoolio special bacardi and coke from him for helping him out about this family going somewhere without paying or something. I was soo jealous!
Anyway if you’re planning on going you’ll really enjoy it even if you’ve got kids my age. I was a bit worried bout going and being bored because everyone was saying it was for children under 10 but Imet loads of people my age and we all had a great time!
Overall a brilliant holiday and hopefully going back next year!!
We went for 2 weeks and stayed in an apartment in Zone 4 which was very close to the maze, pool, bar/restaurant supermarket and everything we needed and only a short walk to other restaurants, shops and beautiful beach!
Even though I've just turned 14 and just enjoyed my birthday on holiday, I absolutely loved the maze which was on every night and it wasn't just me other people my age were there too along with younger children.
Also, the entertainment at night was really good with the best tribute band there - The Temptations! The 'Four Tops' were also good and Freddy Mercury was also on and had everyone in fits of laughter when he was dressed as a women and his wig fell off.
Waiters and staff in restaurants are very friendly especially in the Zone 4 bar/restaurant and especially our waiter Hoolio! We loved him to bits! My mum even got a free Hoolio special bacardi and coke from him for helping him out about this family going somewhere without paying or something. I was soo jealous!
Anyway if you’re planning on going you’ll really enjoy it even if you’ve got kids my age. I was a bit worried bout going and being bored because everyone was saying it was for children under 10 but Imet loads of people my age and we all had a great time!
Overall a brilliant holiday and hopefully going back next year!!
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Decided to stay at san Jaime again... "
Submitted By: Mrs C Milligan
Decided to stay at san Jaime again this year after a lovely holiday in June 2004. 2 adults and 3 children aged between 4-10 years. Nothing has really changed.
Apartments really need an upgrade, not even air conditioned, even though Menorca is having an extremely hot July. Entertainment was lousy, one act appeared at least twice in one week, he being a Spanish guitarist called Javi, 2 other acts were here the last time we came. Very expensive to eat out this year, and if you don’t want chips every day, you may go hungry. Us English must have chips even with our breakfast.
Staff reluctant to untie the sun beds until well after 9am thus causing a riot between guests. Had to hire car this time as we felt we had outgrown Son Bou. Ok for a cheap break but we paid £2500 for 11 nights. Far too overpriced.
Apartments really need an upgrade, not even air conditioned, even though Menorca is having an extremely hot July. Entertainment was lousy, one act appeared at least twice in one week, he being a Spanish guitarist called Javi, 2 other acts were here the last time we came. Very expensive to eat out this year, and if you don’t want chips every day, you may go hungry. Us English must have chips even with our breakfast.
Staff reluctant to untie the sun beds until well after 9am thus causing a riot between guests. Had to hire car this time as we felt we had outgrown Son Bou. Ok for a cheap break but we paid £2500 for 11 nights. Far too overpriced.
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Skytours
" The charming outward appearance of... "
Submitted By: Mrs C Bainbridge
The charming outward appearance of the San Jaime complex hides what was for us a rather shabby ( but acceptably clean)apartment. As this was a last minute deal we accepted the rusty plugholes, damaged toilet seat and chipped tiles, but if we had had to pay the full price I would have been disappointed.
The complex itself is ideal for young families - we took our five year old, who found most of the kids too much - loud uncontrollable kids jumping in the pool constantly and communicating in screams and shouts - yes they are on holiday, but 12 year olds jumping into the toddler pool with no apparent parental control is spoiling it for other holiday makers. The bar area supplied what could be described as food, but not in my vocabulary - if chicken nuggets , fried breakfast and hotdogs are your favoured dish you will be in heaven.
The only redeeming point was the location - five minutes easy walk to a truly magnificent beach with safe swimming and a couple of beach bars that served delicious salads and ice creams. This made the holiday. Eating out was expensive if you wanted to rise above the all day breakfasts - a plate of mixed grilled seafood and fish 22 Euro per person - most of our evening meals came to around 80 euros with ( hardly drinkable) wine.
In conclusion, if you are a young family looking for a cheap and cheerful week with guaranteed sun and sangria this should hit the spot - if you are a thirty something couple or a silver surfer looking for authentic Spanish culture and night life - steer clear - the kids will drive you potty ;-)
The complex itself is ideal for young families - we took our five year old, who found most of the kids too much - loud uncontrollable kids jumping in the pool constantly and communicating in screams and shouts - yes they are on holiday, but 12 year olds jumping into the toddler pool with no apparent parental control is spoiling it for other holiday makers. The bar area supplied what could be described as food, but not in my vocabulary - if chicken nuggets , fried breakfast and hotdogs are your favoured dish you will be in heaven.
The only redeeming point was the location - five minutes easy walk to a truly magnificent beach with safe swimming and a couple of beach bars that served delicious salads and ice creams. This made the holiday. Eating out was expensive if you wanted to rise above the all day breakfasts - a plate of mixed grilled seafood and fish 22 Euro per person - most of our evening meals came to around 80 euros with ( hardly drinkable) wine.
In conclusion, if you are a young family looking for a cheap and cheerful week with guaranteed sun and sangria this should hit the spot - if you are a thirty something couple or a silver surfer looking for authentic Spanish culture and night life - steer clear - the kids will drive you potty ;-)
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" My husband, myself and two children... "
Submitted By: Mrs J Blyth
My husband, myself and two children came here in June 2004 and June 2005. The 1st year, the kids were aged 2and half and nearly 4. We loved it. When we arrived, there was a bottle of wine in our room, which was disgusting I must admit, but it's the thought that counts!!!
The beach was lovely and not too far to walk to get to it.
The pool was really nice, I think there are 3 pools altogether, but we only went to 2 of them. The one near the children’s play area was the nicest, because it was small, you could always see where your children were and it wasn't too crowded.
The apartments themselves were basic, but comfortable and well equipped. The place is too nice to be sat inside checking if it needs another lick of paint or not!!!
The maids came in every other day and changed the towels and made beds and the beds were made up with clean sheets twice in a week.
The grounds were very well kept and looked beautiful.
The hotel staff were very helpful and would do whatever to make your stay better.
We personally never saw any of the evening entertainment because my kids were still young and wanting to be in bed by 7.30-8.00, but I did hear from others it was good.
The maze is a must do!! We didn't do it the first year, but the 2nd year we did, and it was great fun. It was quite cheap to get in, but you also got a discount voucher to use for the rest of your stay, typically we found it the day before we came home!!
There are 2 water parks on the island, they are both brilliant days out, but 1 was a bit better than the other.
There are a few bars and restaurants nearby, 'Las Dunas' is absolutely excellent, the waiters at all the restaurants were locals and would go out of their way to make you feel welcome and they loved entertaining the kids, while you were waiting for your meal to come.
I wanted to go back in June 06 but my husband said we ought to have a change, big mistake, I wish we had gone back there. We'll definitely be going June 07!!!
Another bonus, it's only a 2 and half hour flight and about a 20 minute transfer.
The beach was lovely and not too far to walk to get to it.
The pool was really nice, I think there are 3 pools altogether, but we only went to 2 of them. The one near the children’s play area was the nicest, because it was small, you could always see where your children were and it wasn't too crowded.
The apartments themselves were basic, but comfortable and well equipped. The place is too nice to be sat inside checking if it needs another lick of paint or not!!!
The maids came in every other day and changed the towels and made beds and the beds were made up with clean sheets twice in a week.
The grounds were very well kept and looked beautiful.
The hotel staff were very helpful and would do whatever to make your stay better.
We personally never saw any of the evening entertainment because my kids were still young and wanting to be in bed by 7.30-8.00, but I did hear from others it was good.
The maze is a must do!! We didn't do it the first year, but the 2nd year we did, and it was great fun. It was quite cheap to get in, but you also got a discount voucher to use for the rest of your stay, typically we found it the day before we came home!!
There are 2 water parks on the island, they are both brilliant days out, but 1 was a bit better than the other.
There are a few bars and restaurants nearby, 'Las Dunas' is absolutely excellent, the waiters at all the restaurants were locals and would go out of their way to make you feel welcome and they loved entertaining the kids, while you were waiting for your meal to come.
I wanted to go back in June 06 but my husband said we ought to have a change, big mistake, I wish we had gone back there. We'll definitely be going June 07!!!
Another bonus, it's only a 2 and half hour flight and about a 20 minute transfer.
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2005
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Myself, my wife, and my 4 year old... "
Submitted By: J Flavin
Myself, my wife, and my 4 year old daughter, went back to San Jaime for the 3rd time in a row this year. Yes - it really is THAT good for small kids. The combination of swimming pools for kids, plus we're only a short walk away from the longest beach in Minorca, make it an irresistible place to visit.
An open air kiddie disco is on each evening in the complex, which my daughter loves to go to. And there’s face painting once a week too for them. The tribute band shows for the adults (Abba, Bee Gees, Rod Stewart) are a great laugh (if you keep your tongue in cheek) , and the kids love them too. My daughter ending up bopping around to "Dancing Queen" with a big gang of kids her own age. Great fun for her.
And if you want to explore the island, rent a car and drive around. The roads are very quiet, and you can easily reach any of the other resorts, as the island is quite small. Minorca has escaped the high rise hell of the Costa’s, and has retained it own Minorca charm.
But one of the biggest draws for me anyway, is that all of the local restaurants/bars are run by locals. And very friendly and welcoming they are too. It's only our third time, and even we're getting recognised by them - "hello again!", "welcome back" - which says a lot, considering how many people visit each year.
If you have a young kid, like I do, I can’t recommend it highly enough. I'm hoping to go back again in August, and again next year - in both cases to the San Jaime complex. It’s a lovely bit of chilled out heaven.
Word of warning about other complexes in Son Bou - some are located on the hills further back, and they are some way from the beach - San Jaime is in a perfect location. Easy walk to Son Bou beach and the restaurants/bars surrounding it - so you aren’t confined to the complex every day.
An open air kiddie disco is on each evening in the complex, which my daughter loves to go to. And there’s face painting once a week too for them. The tribute band shows for the adults (Abba, Bee Gees, Rod Stewart) are a great laugh (if you keep your tongue in cheek) , and the kids love them too. My daughter ending up bopping around to "Dancing Queen" with a big gang of kids her own age. Great fun for her.
And if you want to explore the island, rent a car and drive around. The roads are very quiet, and you can easily reach any of the other resorts, as the island is quite small. Minorca has escaped the high rise hell of the Costa’s, and has retained it own Minorca charm.
But one of the biggest draws for me anyway, is that all of the local restaurants/bars are run by locals. And very friendly and welcoming they are too. It's only our third time, and even we're getting recognised by them - "hello again!", "welcome back" - which says a lot, considering how many people visit each year.
If you have a young kid, like I do, I can’t recommend it highly enough. I'm hoping to go back again in August, and again next year - in both cases to the San Jaime complex. It’s a lovely bit of chilled out heaven.
Word of warning about other complexes in Son Bou - some are located on the hills further back, and they are some way from the beach - San Jaime is in a perfect location. Easy walk to Son Bou beach and the restaurants/bars surrounding it - so you aren’t confined to the complex every day.
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:First Choice
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