
Picassa Villa
Picassa is a beautiful country home nestled in the trees in the countryside of Pollensa.
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Long and famous stretch of sand located to the east of Palma
Playa de Palma is a long stretch of beach to the east of Palma de Mallorca and opening onto Palma Bay. It's also one of Mallorca's biggest holiday resorts.
The main stretch of Playa de Palma is a Blue Flag beach which starts just beyond Can Pastilla and finishes at the resort of S'Arenal with a length of over 4.5 km. It's a lovely, wide beach (average of around 30 metres) with golden white sand. The shallow, clear water is suitable for children and there is usually plenty of space for playing.
All the facilities are on your doorstep: sun loungers, parasols, toilets, showers, disabled access and lifeguards on duty. There are also, of course, plenty of beach bars and restaurants to grab refreshments or enjoy a spot of lunch.
On the eastern side of Playa de Palma, by the marina of San Antonio de la Playa, lies the little beach of Cala Estancia with 200 metres in length and 35 metres deep. It's very well protected from the wind and boasts golden sand and clear waters. As it's located right at the end of the airport runway bear in mind that, if you are noise-sensitive, this may not be the beach for you.
This area of Mallorca is popular with German tourists, and the built up resorts of Can Pastilla and S'Arenal make these beaches quite busy in the summer months.
Restaurants
Along the promenade, you'll find a myriad of beachfront restaurants offering fresh seafood and Mediterranean cuisine. From grilled octopus to paella and tapas, these restaurants provide a delightful dining experience with a view of Palma Bay. For more choice, head into the city.
Nightlife
Some chill-out bars provide cosy seating areas and ambient music along the promenade, creating the perfect setting for unwinding after a day of sunbathing. Or if you want some late night fun, head to Palma's city centre, with the Paseo Maritimo, Santa Catalina and the old town offering a range of options from bustling bars to vibrant clubs.
Hotels
Several hotels are situated just behind Palma's beach, offering a diverse range of options from large corporate chains to upscale boutique establishments. With such variety, visitors have ample choice to suit their preferences and tastes.
Playa de Palma is home to legendary beach clubs with world-renowned names making an appearance over the years. Along the promenade you will find an endless selection of tempting beach bars serving the refreshments of your choice from swanky beach bars with upmarket cocktail menus through to your local taverna serving beer and local wine, there's something for everyone.
Playa de Palma is made up of several different beaches, Cala Estància is a small, sheltered bay to the far west of the area of Playa de Palma within the holiday resort of Can Pastilla, while Playa de Can Pastilla and Playa de s'Arenal form the main long stretch of coastline.
Artificial breakwaters have been built around this beach to create a little bay which ensures calm waters. You'll find sun beds and parasols for rent, easy access for the disabled and a lifeguard service.
There is soft white sand here and the beach leads down a gentle slope to the clear blue sea.
There is a good variety of fun watersports available in Playa de Palma including jet skiing, water skiing and paragliding. Pedalos and other fun vessels are available for rent.
You can park for free in the streets behind the beach. There are also plenty of regular buses that run from Palma and the airport to the resort including numbers 15, 21, 23, 25 and 31.
Picassa is a beautiful country home nestled in the trees in the countryside of Pollensa.
Totally private, beautifully finished, uniquely located: in these 3 features lies the authentic soul of the spectacular Villa Comella. Perfectly located just 2km from Arta and 10km away from some of the best beaches of the island (such as Cala Torta, Cala Agulla, Cala Ratjada), sheltered by mature trees, surronded by more than 3000sqm of private gardens and built to an exceptionally high standard, Villa Es Comella is set to impress.
Welcome to Can Felip, a charming holiday townhouse in Pollença, nestled in the heart of picturesque Mallorca. This cozy Majorcan family home, built in 1875, has been recently renovated to combine its historic charm with modern comforts.
Spacious five-bedroom villa with private heated pool, classic Mallorcan features, and a wealth of thoughtful facilities.
Located in the highly sought-after area of La Font, at the foot of the stunning UNESCO Tramuntana mountains in Pollensa, Villa Esquina is just a 15-minute walk from the beautiful historic town of Pollenca and a 10-minute drive from the Port of Pollenca and surrounding beaches, making it ideal for large families or two families with children. This stunning family holiday home has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 balconies with amazing views of the surrounding area and a large heated saltwater pool (15 metres long).
The welcoming Villa Can Vista is a spacious, stone-built property with private pool, 5 bedrooms, beautifully located close to Pollensa and its golf course (which is just 1.4km away). Fully air-conditioned and traditionally furnished, this is the ideal property for guests that want to live a truly Mallorcan holiday yet surrounded by all modern comforts.
This charming hotel is located in the historical old town, in the very heart of Palma de Mallorca. It is within easy walking distance of attractions such as the 10th century Arab baths and Palma's breathtaking gothic Cathedral.
Run by a German couple and set in a rural location in central Mallorca with views over the local countryside and mountains, Finca Son Jorbo offers style and comfort in a restored 17th century country house. With the convenience of bed and breakfast and the added benefit of fully equipped self-catered apartments, Finca Son Jorbo is the perfect combination.
If you're looking for a perfect hideaway from your usual routine, then this lovely 15th century Mallorcan manor is the place to escape to.
Ca's Xorc Luxury Retreat is the place to stay if you're looking for somewhere that's rich in history but with all the modern amneties. Breathtaking views, gourmet cuisine and a relaxing environment, the ideal place for a peaceful stay in a beautiful location.
Son Bunyola Hotel offers an intimate stay, providing the perfect base to explore Mallorca’s vineyards, olive groves, and charming countryside.
Located only 5 minutes from the town of Santanyi, this finca hotel is the perfect choice for a relaxing holiday. The whole retreat is devoted to the guests' wellbeing, with lush gardens to walk around, healthy food, yoga lessons and a wellness area.
Enjoy four hours on a private motor boat in Palma Bay, perfect for small groups or those on a budget.
One of the world's largest water funfairs, with enough thrills and spills to keep you happy all day. In addition to the water slides and wave pool, there is a mini-zoo, as well as a children's farm, parrot shows.
The Western Water Park is filled with thrilling water slides and pools for everyone's enjoyment. There's a special water park for smaller children and a spectacular diving exhibition featuring professional divers.
Snorkelling trip to the Malgrats Marine Reserve where you will be able to see a wide variety of marine wildlife.
Enjoy a fun full-day or half-day boat trip aboard this sporty Beneteau Flyer 7.7 Sportdeck.
This company offers guided hikes and trail runs for all levels. Discover mountain paths, coastal trails, and hidden spots with expert local guides.
The little Asia of Mallorca, where the spices of Asia meet the local products of the nearby surroundings.
Restaurant Diferent truly stands out. Beyond its eccentric and fun decor, it offers a vast international menu, a wide selection of wines, cocktails and fantastic, friendly service.
Welcome to Noir, your go to food bar in the heart of Cala D'or, Mallorca. Open from 09:00 to 23:00, they offer all-day breakfast, brunch, and a great selection of coffee, tea and wine.
Enjoy the taste of Italy at La Pappa. They serve delicious homemade pasta and Neapolitan pizzas, crafted with care and tradition. Their Italian desserts and ice creams are also made in-house, offering a true taste of Italy.
Ca's Xorc Luxury Retreat is home to an abundance of delicious fresh and local food such as a selection of fruit and vegetables, fish, red shrimp, lamb and Iberico pork. The chef at Ca's Xorc interprets this local, Mediterranean cuisine in a modern and creative manner.
This award-winning restaurant offers creative, fresh-from-the-market cuisine.
Welcome to Lola, your ultimate summer hotspot in the heart of Cala d'Or, Mallorca! They're all about creating incredible experiences under the sun during the day and stars in the evening.
The ambience of this restaurant is casual and attracts a cosmopolitan crowd. The bar with its VIP area is the meeting point for travellers and locals who can listen to DJs playing. Small dishes are served in the bar and when the weather permits, food and drinks can be enjoyed on the patio.
If you are looking for a bar on the beach-front with fantastic view that can be enjoyed with a delicious cocktail, look no further.
Open throughout the day, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks.
This stylish modern poolside bar is situated within the Portals Hills Boutique Hotel.
Fittingly housed in a beautiful colonial building in the Santa Catalina district of Palma, this is a cafe, bar and club, open all day, every day.
These 10th-century baths are virtually all that remain of the Arab city of Medina Mayurqa (now known as Palma).
The facade of this 13th-century church in Palma (remodelled after it was struck by lightning in the 17th century) is typically Mallorcan - a massive, forbidding sandstone wall with a delicately carved postal and a rose window at the centre.
Billed as Mallorca's most important museum, this undoubtedly contains some fascinating exhibitsbut beware that it is difficult to get excited about bits of stone in glass cases if you do not understand the captions. The museum has recently been refurbished, so we are hoping it is now more tourist-friendly.
Based on the collection of Antoni Roig Clar, this museum showcases over 3,000 toys from all around the world and from different eraas.
Until the 1960s the sea reached up to the city walls, providing the perfect reflection for the cathedral. When the building of a new road changed all that, an artificial lake was constructed to reproduce the effect.
This small museum of religious and historical antefacts is based in a wing of the former episcopal palace tucked behind the cathedral.
Looking to play golf by the sea, then Alcanada might be the course for you. It's situated in the north of Mallorca on the peninsula of Alcudia. The golf course opened in 2003 and was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr.
Par72 offers luxury golf experiences in Mallorca hosted by British PGA Professional Jamie Knight.
This golf club is located next to the sea in beautiful natural surroundings. The course was designed by John Harris and opened originally as a 9-hole course in 1967.
This golf club opened in 2006 and was designed by Jack Nicklaus' firm, Nicklaus Design Company. The 18-hole course is a par 71 and has been integrated into the local environment to provide an immersive golfing experience - the course has been likened to a links course.
There are two courses at Son Antem Golf Club - the masterpieces of Francisco López Segalés, one of Spain’s leading course designers. Since 1990, he has designed courses in all the major resort areas of Spain. With Son Antem, Segalés has garnered rave reviews from professional golfers and vacationing ones alike.
An 18-hole golf course, par 71, 5.539 m long from white tees. The course was designed by Bradford Benz and opened in 1985. It is situated close to Portocolom.
Ciudad Jardin lies to the east of Palma, just along the bay from Portixol and Molinar and close to the airport. It's pretty much at the centre of Palma Bay and, after the transformation of neighbouring areas Portixol and Molinar, it has been heralded as the next 'up and coming' place for the cool and trendy set of Mallorca.
The former fishing villages Portixol and Molinar, like many neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Palma, have experienced a bit of a renaissance in recent years. They have transformed from quiet fishing villages into some of the trendiest areas in the south-west of Mallorca. Their main attractions include a long stretch of beach, a beautiful promenade and a boho vibe. That’s before we even get started on the great selection of restaurants, bars and hotels servicing the area!
The good, the bad and the ugly sides of Mallorcas tourist development meet along a 25km stretch of coast. Tacky resorts sit next to exclusive retreats, it seems that everyone wants a slice of Palma Bay. One moment you can be in Portals Nous, with its chic marina crammed with millionaires' yachts, the next in seedy Magaluf, all British pubs and wet T-shirt contests.
The neighbouring villages of Portol and Sa Cabaneta, between Palma and Santa Maria del Cami, have become something of an artists colony. Unlike in Deia and Banyalbufar, though, the artists are Mallorcan - potters taking advantage of the rich local soil.
Cala Major (also known as Cala Mayor) and its neighbour Sant Agusti are holiday resort towns on the outskirts of Palma.
Illetas (also known as Ses Illetes) is a small, stylish resort tucked into the southwest coast of Mallorca just a few kilometres from Palma. In summer, it draws in visitors with its soft sandy beaches, calm turquoise waters, and laid-back upscale vibe.
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