Can Alberti 1740 Hotel Boutique
Aristocratic-residential. Feels more like staying in a well-appointed private home than a hotel. Art gallery aesthetics throughout — rotating exhibitions on the walls, cultural events during the season. Refined but not stuffy.
Book dinner reservations before you arrive — the staff will do it for you but availability is tight in season
Why It Matters
Two-time Michelin Key recipient (2024 and 2026). The hotel functions as a living gallery in partnership with Spanish and European galleries, hosting rotating exhibitions and chamber music concerts throughout the season. It's also a certified plastic-free property and committed to sustainability.
Can Alberti is a 14-room luxury boutique hotel occupying a grand 18th-century manor house right in the historic centre of Mahón — Menorca's understated capital. The Alberti family built it in 1740 during the British period, and the bones of the place are still intact: original floors, imposing wooden beams, thick stone walls, and a shaded inner courtyard where breakfast is served each morning. It's a calm, residential kind of place, owned and managed by a French couple who have layered in contemporary art exhibitions, wellness treatments in a vaulted stone room, and a rooftop terrace with views over the port. No pool, no resort noise — just quality and quiet in a genuinely beautiful old building.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Cozy Room
The entry-level category, though 'cozy' undersells what's on offer. These 4 rooms range from 20 to 26m2 and feel genuinely grand thanks to high ceilings, original wooden beams, and antique terracotta floors. Some overlook the inner courtyard, others face south or have views of the majestic Governor's Palace. All have a full Italian shower bathroom.
King (180x200) · 23 sqm
Deluxe Room
Bright and well-proportioned at 23–29m2, these 3 rooms sit on the second and third floors. Some are attic rooms with exposed old beams; others look out over the Governor's Palace or a quiet courtyard. Bathrooms are fitted with either a shower and bathtub combination or a large Italian shower.
King (180x200) · 26 sqm
Deluxe Room with Patio
The ground-floor Deluxe rooms with their own private patio. Spacious rooms from 28–30m2 with direct access to a private outdoor space — ideal for morning coffee or evening unwinding without heading to the shared courtyard. Same elegant Menorcan-style interiors as the rest of the hotel.
King (180x200) · 29 sqm
Suite
Three suites ranging from 35–45m2, occupying what were the original 18th-century drawing rooms and reception rooms. The historic configuration is untouched, meaning these spaces feel genuinely grand — high ceilings, period proportions, antique and contemporary furniture side by side. Bathrooms have either a very large shower or both shower and bathtub. Maximum capacity of 3 guests.
King (180x200) · 40 sqm
Suite with Terrace
The flagship room — a 45m2 suite on the first floor with a private flower-filled terrace. Consists of a bedroom plus a small living room that converts into a second sleeping area for up to 3 guests total. The bathroom with both bath and shower is accessible from both rooms. The terrace is the key draw: good for sunshine by day and relaxing under the stars at night, with views over the old town rooftops.
King (180x200) · 45 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guided prehistoric Menorca experiences visiting Talayot sites and Bronze Age monuments. The hotel connects guests with specialist guides passionate about the island's 5,000-year-old history.
The team puts together personalised itineraries for guests wanting to explore the contemporary art scene across Mahón, Alaior, and Ciutadella. Routes include internationally acclaimed spaces such as Hauser & Wirth alongside local independent galleries and artists' studios — painting, sculpture, ceramics, silverwork, and basketry.
The hotel operates as a living gallery throughout the season, hosting curated exhibitions in partnership with Spanish and European galleries. In 2026, the programme includes a summer exhibition with Barcelona's Galería Rocío Santacruz (June–July), a historic photography showcase from Foto Sturla Studio in September, and chamber music concerts via the Reynolds Foundation. Open to guests and local visitors.
One of the oldest opera houses in Spain, built in 1829 in the classic Italian horseshoe model just steps from the hotel. The concierge books tickets for performances, especially opera season.
Bikes available for exploring Mahón and surrounding areas. The concierge can arrange rentals and recommend routes.
186km of historic coastal paths dating to the 14th century, divided into 20 stages of varying difficulty. The hotel advises on routes and can arrange bicycle rentals or transport to trailheads.
Menorca's coastline is best seen from the water — the hotel can arrange boat trips to access wild coves and discover the sculpted northern coastline that's inaccessible by road.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Self-serve drinks available to guests throughout the day.
Pets are welcome at the hotel.
The team handles restaurant reservations (essential on Menorca), taxi bookings, transfers, activity bookings, and personalised island itineraries. They also run a WhatsApp service so you can reach them while out on the island.
A large rooftop terrace at the top of the building with sunset views over Mahón's bell towers, old-town rooftops, and the bay — reportedly one of the longest natural harbours in Europe. The obvious place to end a day on the island.
The large, calm courtyard at the heart of the property is where breakfast is served and where guests tend to linger. Stone walls, dappled shade, and a quiet that's surprisingly easy to find in the middle of a capital city.
Guests can opt to reuse linens and towels during their stay, in line with the hotel's environmental commitments.
Certified plastic-free through the Plastic Free Balearics programme. Glass water bottles in rooms (refillable), and no single-use plastics on the property.
No on-site parking. Two public car parks within walking distance: Es Freginal (€0.20/hr, Mon–Sat 9am–10pm, closed Sundays) and Sa Sinia des Cuc (24hr, some free bays). Guests should drop luggage at the hotel entrance before parking.
Private transfers to/from Menorca airport (7km) can be arranged through the hotel. Not complimentary.
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