Es Castell
Es Castell (formerly Villacarlos) is virtually a suburb of Mahon, offering a handful of modest hotels and shops but no beach. On hilly ground, a grid of narrow streets centred on a large square, Placa de S'Esplanada, and winding down to and along the harbour. Some local atmosphere with small bars and tapas restaurants in the back streets. More touristy by the harbour.
Six buses a day to Ciudadela; similar service to local beaches and resorts. As with all public transport in Minorca, it is reliable from June to Sept only; the last bus is usually in the early evening.
Location: Midway along the E side of the island. 3 mls SE of Mahon, 5 mls E of the airport.
Position: On the S side of a 3-ml-long, deep-water inlet, one of largest natural harbours in the world.
Nearest are at Punta Prima, Es Grau and Cala Mesquida.
Daytime: exploring Mahon; Xoriguer gin factory; horse racing at the hippodrome.
Nightlife: bars and a couple of discos.
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