Complete Hotel Tour: TUI Blue Victoria Menorca, Spain
Reviewers: Albert & Keion (Friends/Travel Content Creators)
Hotel: TUI Blue Victoria Menorca (4-Star, Adults-Only)
Location: Santo Tomás Beach, Es Migjorn Gran, Menorca, Spain
Hotel Overview
Property Details:
- Completely reimagined 4-star hotel
- Adults-only sophisticated escape
- Located directly on Santo Tomás Beach
- Heart of Es Migjorn Gran
- Designed for peaceful grown-up getaways
- Focus on relaxation and Mediterranean lifestyle
First Impressions:
- Exceptional Spanish hospitality
- Always smiling, welcoming staff
- Family-like atmosphere from day one
- Essence of hotel: exceptional service, relaxation, effortless moments
Getting There
Travel Route (from Florence, Italy):
- Florence to Paris (first flight)
- Quick layover in Paris
- Paris to Menorca Airport (final leg)
Visa Requirements:
- EU citizens: No visa needed
- American passport holders: No visa needed
- Stress-free process
Airport Transfer:
- Hotel organized transfer
- 28 minutes scenic drive from Menorca Airport to hotel
- Smooth, efficient process
Check-In Experience:
- Warm welcome
- Smooth process
- Welcomed with complimentary cava (Spanish sparkling wine/champagne)
- Staff knew guests by name
Hotel Facilities Overview
Dining:
- 2 restaurants
- 3 bars (including standout rooftop bar)
Recreation:
- 2 pools (main pool + rooftop pool)
- Direct beach access (Santo Tomás Beach)
- Activity program (yoga, functional training, Nordic walking, water polo, silent disco)
- Blue Fit Gym with fitness instructor
Design Philosophy:
- Stylish sanctuary
- Modern, elegant touches
- Mediterranean vibes throughout
- Perfect for slowing down and recharging
Room Categories & Details
1. Double Standard Room
Size: 21 square meters
Features:
- Cozy, comfortable space
- Windows that connect you to Menorca
- Perfect entry-level option
2. Junior Suite
Size: 28 square meters
Features:
- Extra breathing room
- Balcony with views
- Sunlight pouring in
- Modern touches
- Space that encourages you to slow down and soak up moments
3. Junior Suite Swim-Up
Size: Not specified
Standout Features:
- Private terrace with private pool
- Wake up and jump straight into your own pool
- Elegant and peaceful
- Feels like Mediterranean is all yours
4. Grand Suite with Private Pool ⭐ (Where Albert Stayed)
Size: 30 square meters
Features:
- Sea views
- Stylish interiors
- Private terrace with full pool (not jacuzzi—actual pool)
- Bali bed on terrace
- Sunbeds
- Private bathtub in room (first time reviewer had one)
- Remote-controlled umbrella/sunshade for terrace
- Complimentary moscato (sparkling sweet wine) in room
- Very exclusive feeling
- Private luxury experience
Reviewer's Reaction: "I'm so impressed with this suite. It's the first time I've ever stayed in a suite like this with TUI Blue. I have my own pool. It's crazy."
Dining Experiences
Main Restaurant (Buffet-Style)
Breakfast:
- Wide variety of options
- "Very friendly to any type of eater"
- Vegetables, rice, different meats
- Multiple salad options
- Accommodates various dietary preferences (reviewer doesn't eat fish but had plenty of choices)
Lunch/Dinner:
- Gazpacho (Spanish cold tomato soup) - "fantastic," "really good"
- Fresh, light options perfect for hot weather
- Multiple plates/courses available
Atmosphere:
- Open, welcoming
- Good variety for all eaters
Pool & Snack Bar
Hours: 10:00 AM - Midnight
Description: "The real heartbeat of the hotel"
What's Available:
- Snacks and light bites throughout afternoon
- Happy Hour: Fresh fruit for all guests (special TUI Blue Victoria touch)
- Drinks from morning through late night
- Energy and buzz all day
- Vibe shifts to evening hangout later
Atmosphere:
- Where the energy lives
- Social, lively
- Perfect between pool dips
Culinarium (À La Carte Restaurant) ⭐
Location: Rooftop
Concept: Inspired by local Menorcan cuisine
Standout Feature: Rooftop location with views
Menu Highlights:
- Elegant, beautiful menu cards (high-quality paper, beautiful design)
- Options for vegans, vegetarians, meat lovers, and seafood lovers
- Nice condensed menu with variety
Dishes Reviewed:
Truffle Curry with Crispy Bacon:
- Incredible presentation
- Melts in mouth
- Perfect pairing with sangria
Chicken Dish:
- Tastes like Persian dish
- Excellent sauce
Salmon with Curry Sauce:
- Unique combination (salmon + curry)
- "Fantastic"
- Beautiful golden appearance in sunlight
Chocolate Dessert with Wild Berries:
- Very fresh
- Mint finish "really hits"
- "Can't go wrong"
Overall Assessment:
- "Never failed to impress"
- Beautiful presentation
- Flavorful, memorable dishes
- Highly recommended
Bar Experiences
1. Lobby Bar
Best For: Pre-dinner drinks
Atmosphere: Convenient, relaxed starting point
2. Pool Bar
Best For: Daytime energy
Offerings:
- Alcoholic drinks
- Non-alcoholic options (including piña colada)
- Pomada - gin made ONLY in Menorca (reviewers' new go-to drink)
- "Fantastic"
- "So refreshing"
- Became their favorite drink during stay
Atmosphere:
- Lively, energetic
- Perfect poolside companion
3. Rooftop Bar ⭐⭐⭐ (Personal Favorite)
Unique Feature: First TUI Blue hotel reviewer has visited with rooftop bar
What Makes It Special:
- Incredible views during day
- Dreamy sunsets
- Quiet, peaceful atmosphere
- People enjoying present moment
- "You can't complain" views
Atmosphere:
- Quiet vibes
- People being in the moment
- Perfect place to unwind
- Works both daytime and evening
Pool & Beach Experiences
Main Pool
Location: Faces the sea, framed by mountains
Features:
- Incredible open feel
- Lounging beds available
- Direct access to pool bar (just steps away)
Experience:
- "The beating heart of the hotel"
- Easy to lose track of time
- Hours spent lounging, dipping, snacking, drinking
Gardens Under Pine Trees
Features:
- Shaded areas
- Grass for laying blankets
- Protected from sun
- Nice breeze
What's Offered:
- Blankets available
- Pomada drinks available
- Perfect chill spot
Reviewer's Take: "One of the best places to chill on the resort. Get yourself a blanket, lay on the grass—you're protected by shade with a nice breeze. Refreshing pomada. I can't complain. This is exactly what I needed."
Rooftop Pool ⭐
Features:
- Panoramic sea views
- Golden sunsets
- Breeze on your skin
- Exclusive daybeds available for reservation
- Special honeymoon setups available
How to Reserve:
- At reception desk
- Through TUI Blue app
Reviewer's Assessment: "Honestly, this is one of the best rooftop terraces I've ever seen in any TUI Blue hotel. You have this panoramic view and you have the pool right here."
Santo Tomás Beach (Steps from Hotel)
Details:
- Dreamy crescent of soft sand
- Turquoise water
- Stretches approximately 400 meters
Beach Access:
- Hotel does NOT have own sunbeds on beach
- Can rent sunbeds
- Can bring TUI Blue picnic blanket and set up on sand
- Can be right in front of water
Water Quality (June):
- Crystal clear
- Perfect temperature
- "Not hot, not cold"
- Must experience in person
Strategy: Reviewers went every day, set up spot right in front, literally two steps from hotel.
Activities & Fitness
TUI Blue Philosophy: Set your own pace—lounge with cocktails OR throw yourself into activities.
Activities Offered:
Water & Pool:
- Dancing by the pool
- Spontaneous ping-pong battles
- Water polo (got competitive—reviewer dislocated shoulder during match)
Fitness & Wellness:
- Yoga with sea breeze
- Functional training sessions
- Barbell workouts
- Nordic Walking through Menorca's landscapes
Nordic Walking Experience
Meeting Time: 9:30-10:00 AM
Why This Time: Weather not too hot yet
What's Provided:
- Walking sticks (optional but recommended)
- Support for proper Nordic walking technique
Route:
- Path starts right on property
- Goes along seaside
- Not far from hotel at all
- Stunning coastal views
Benefits:
- Walk off breakfast
- Start day with steps
- Good weather timing
- Return to relax by pool
Recommendation: "I do recommend doing this in the morning."
Blue Fit Gym & Training
Instructor: David (TUI Blue Fitness Instructor, former rugby player)
Connection: Reviewers bonded with David over shared rugby background—"that should have been my warning sign"
Workout Style:
- Functional training
- Barbell workouts
- High energy with music
- Felt like team training
- David pushed them "harder than ever"
Overall Experience: Gym became "our second home" during stay.
Water Polo Incident
What Happened:
- Reviewers got very competitive
- "World Cup of water polo"
- Went "way too hard"
- Tackles, splashes, full-on strategy
- Albert dislocated shoulder
Hotel Response:
- Team handled perfectly
- Doctor located right across from hotel
- Professional medical care
- Incident early in week, didn't ruin trip
Evening Entertainment
Live Music - Joe Mina (Resident Musician)
Performance Style:
- Incredible live music
- Had everyone on their feet
- Unreal talent
Visiting Acts - "Motown the Show"
Experience:
- High energy performance
- Keion jumped up and got involved
- Contagious energy
- Reviewers couldn't stop smiling
Silent Disco ⭐
Background: Reviewers had experienced this at TUI Blue Adriatic Beach (previous trip) and loved it.
This Experience:
- Spotted on daily program—immediately excited
- Did not disappoint
- Music, lights, laughs, dancing
- One of absolute favorite experiences
Special Experiences
Tapas Night with General Manager
Host: Juan José (General Manager)
Invitation: Personal invite to his hometown for tapas
Destination: Bar Perri in Es Migjorn Gran
Town Details:
- Juan José's birthplace and childhood home
- Population: ~1,000 people
- Quiet, authentic atmosphere
- Buildings restored by people from Madrid/Barcelona
- Everything clean and well-maintained
- Where locals go for tapas
Experience:
- More than dinner—storytelling
- Shared childhood memories
- Pointed out how town has changed
- Led to his local favorite spot
- Personal stories throughout meal
Food: Multiple beautiful tapas dishes—"My mouth is all over the place. I'm trying so many different beautiful foods. Fantastic."
Overall: "It felt less like a hotel experience and more like being welcomed into someone's family. That's the magic of Spanish hospitality—warm, genuine, and unforgettable."
Excursion: Mahón & Binibeca
Booked Through: Hotel
Final Day Activity
Mahón (Capital of Menorca)
Key Facts:
- Biggest port city in all the Mediterranean
- Rich history visible in architecture
- British barracks still standing
- Many British influences on island
First Impressions:
- "Super clean"
- Feels authentic
- Lots of locals present
- NOT overrun with souvenir shops (unlike typical tourist places)
- Many cafes and bars
- Heard locals speaking Catalan
- "Loving it so far"
Harbor Boat Trip:
- Mahón Harbor: 5 kilometers long
- One of world's biggest natural harbors
- Surrounded by fortresses
- Old naval buildings
- Tiny islands scattered along water
Binibeca (Modern Fishing Village)
Built: 1960s
Description: Picturesque modern fishing village
Features:
- Cobblestone alleyways
- No cars allowed—walk only
- "Silencio, por favor" signs (respect residential areas)
- White architecture throughout
- Reminds reviewers of Santorini
Interesting Fact:
- Designed by architects from Barcelona
- Imitating Santorini style
- Actually a resort town (second homes, rentals)
- No one lives here full-time
- People only live here on holiday
- Fairly new (1960s), modern town
Tour Quality:
- Small group
- "Really amazing guide"
- Well-maintained town
- Very quiet and peaceful
Weather Decision: Keion made "executive decision" to go in water—"It's too hot!"
Overall Assessment
What Made This Trip Special:
- Incredible food (from buffet to rooftop fine dining)
- Rooftop sunsets
- Fitness sessions and activities
- Adventures and excursions
- Unforgettable moments with friend
- Spanish hospitality throughout
Keion's Summary: "Very full trip with Albert. Beaches are fantastic. The people have been great. The food has been great. Lifelong memories."
Perfect For:
- Recharging and reconnecting
- Falling in love with Menorca
- Adults seeking peaceful escape
- Those wanting mix of relaxation and activity
- Couples or friends traveling together
Final Thought: "This trip has been nothing short of magic. If you're dreaming of your next escape, this is the place."
Key Highlights Summary
✅ Adults-only peaceful atmosphere
✅ Private pool suites available
✅ Rooftop restaurant & bar with stunning views
✅ Direct beach access to Santo Tomás
✅ Pomada - local Menorcan gin (must-try)
✅ Excellent fitness program with dedicated instructor
✅ Evening entertainment (live music, shows, silent disco)
✅ Personal touches from general manager
✅ Easy excursions to Mahón and Binibeca
✅ Exceptional Spanish hospitality throughout
✅ Perfect for setting your own pace