Beaches in Mallorca — 10 of Our Favourites

It is completely lacking in facilities and is about a 2.3 km walk from Colonia St Jordi. Hence the peace and quiet when you finally manage to get here. If you can, try and sail here instead - but watch out when anchoring as the bay is shallow with a depth of 2.5 metres at 250 metres from the shore.

It's popular with yachts too, who moor in the bay and whose passengers come to play on the beach. The Spanish Royal family have been known to spend time here.

Remember that are no facilities here, just wild nature - Mallorca at it's best. 

After a 1.5km walk along Mallorca’s rugged coastline, you can choose to either set up camp on the rocks, or for easier access to the sea, continue on until you see a small fisherman's lodge.

Away from the holidaymakers’ and expats’ tourist chat, there's plenty of sand and space to spread out and enjoy your own company. Note that nudism is allowed here and practised fairly frequently.

Whilst there are some rubbish bins provided, promoting they’d like the beach to be left as it was found, there aren’t many more amenities than this, so don’t expect any lifeguards or public bathrooms here. The nearest port facilities are at Port Colonia de Sant Jordi, 4.2 nautical miles away.

Restaurants 
Known for its remote location, you’re better off taking a picnic and your own refreshments here. Colonia de Sant Jordi is about 20-30 minutes’ drive from the beach and offers a good selection of cafes and eateries. 

Hotels 
Thanks to its natural and unspoiled surroundings, there are no hotels directly on the beach, so you’ll need to look for accommodation in the closest nearby towns of Ses Salines and Colonia de Sant Jordi. 

Nightlife 
It’s no surprise that apart from natural beauty, you won’t find much happening here except for a couple of BYO beers on the sand! 

The beach itself is small and can become crowded in peak season but it its much prettier than some of the beaches further up the coast in Cala d'Or as it is surrounded by pine and oak trees.

The closest resorts are Portopetro and Cala D'Or.

Good for: Diving, Snorkelling and Families

Pack light as to reach the cala you'll need to go down a steep set of stairs, a total of 120 steps. At the bottom, head right along the rocky ridge. Some people prefer to lay down on the flat, eroded areas of rock and jump in from the sides. It's certainly deep enough, although  sea shoes  are recommended to make scrambling out easier on your feet. 

There is a small makeshift car park nearby. Don't park on the yellow line as traffic police do pass by and will give you a ticket!

Restaurants
There are no restaurants or cafes on the small beach itself, however, there are a couple of options serving  Mediterranean cuisine in Cala Llombards, just 15 minutes away by foot. For further options head to Santanyi where you will find an array of restaurants serving local cuisine along with international favourites. 

Nightlife
Nearby Santanyi is well known as a family-friendly resort, however there are a few cocktail bars that stay open late.   

Hotels
Again, Santanyi is the nearest town and offers a selection of hotels and accommodation options, plus the Cala Santanyi beach area also boasts some upmarket villas. The closest place to stay to Cala S’Almonia itself is Cala Llombards, where there are a couple of options.

Whilst the beach stretches a good 7km in length, it’s only 20m wide which means you’ll often find you’re in close proximity to others walking along the sandy shores in search of their own quiet spot. Despite its relative remoteness, the beach remains popular, becoming busy at peak times.

Given that its location isn’t a tourist hotspot, Es Trenc still boasts some decent facilities including sunbeds and parasols for hire, lifeguards on duty, public toilets, ramps for the disabled and a few notable restaurants.

It’s also worth noting that Es Trenc has been an unofficial nudist beach for many years, dating back to the Franco era. That being said, it still makes for a more peaceful and less commercial beach than some of Mallorca's other more popular shores. If you’re after chill vibes, sandy shores and Caribbean blues, this one will likely suit you.

Restaurants

With only one main restaurant and a few chiringuitos, the Mallorcan-style beach bars serve casual but decent food but there’s not much in the way of restaurants outside the tourist activity. It’s probably a good idea to bring ample supplies as there aren't many shops but you’ll often see an occasional vendor selling souvenirs in the way of jewellery or tapestry.

Nightlife

Whilst the beach can often draw a younger crowd, it's more likely to be couples canoodling rather than ravers in search of a party. Occasionally one of the bars will feature live music, but in general the ambience remains very chilled.

Hotels

Whilst the area isn’t developed with large beachfront hotels along the shore, a large selection of accommodation is available in the surrounding towns of Sa Rapita, Colonia Sant Jordi and Campos.

Whilst often especially busy at the weekend, this beach manages to retain its wholesome and relaxed atmosphere. Naturally, this attracts everyone and anyone… locals and tourists, families with young children, or solitary travellers.

In the summer months there is a lifeguard on duty from 10:00 to 18:00, plus a small bar offering shaded loungers, drinks and ice creams. As you’ll often find in the summer months throughout Mallorca, dogs are not allowed on the beach nor camping or bonfires.

This unspoilt beach is around one kilometre long and consists of fine white sand. The clear shallow water is a beautiful shade of turquoise making it a picturesque and inviting destination. Well-equipped to cater for the enthusiastic tourists, there are sun loungers and parasols for hire, as well as showers, toilets and lifeguards are on duty.

Restaurants
There are some beach bars and restaurants along the shoreline, particularly at either end of the beach with refreshments and local and international cuisine. These establishments all have outdoor seating areas where you can unwind and enjoy the beach view whilst sipping on your favourite drinks. At the west end of the beach towards Sa Rapita, you'll find the highly regarded Sa Rapita Yacht Club.

Nightlife
Known for its natural and tranquil atmosphere, whilst it’s far from a bustling nightlife destination, there are some options available for summer evening entertainment if you venture further afield. Campos or Llucmajor offer a livelier nightlife experience only a short car journey away. Primarily a destination for relaxation and enjoying one’s natural surroundings, nightlife options in the immediate vicinity are more limited compared to other areas on the island.

Hotels
While it may not have as many hotels as larger tourist destinations, there are still a few options for accommodations in and around Sa Rapita. A couple of hotels are situated near the beach with comfortable rooms, outdoor pools and in house restaurants perfect for a beachside getaway. The neighbouring town of Colonia Sant Jordi is also a short drive away offer further various accommodation options.

All the beaches of Cala d’Or’s are beautiful and well worth a visit, but remember they are small and the area is popular, making it busy very often in the peak summer months.

Cala Serena Beach
Cala Serena is the most northern beach area within the bay of Cala d'Or. This small sandy bay is enclosed by rocky edges which help to keep the waves at bay. It’s undeveloped, raw and rocky landscape mean that there are no bars, restaurants, shops or even life lifeguards here, nonetheless it’s a beautiful spot to visit and much prettier than neighbouring bay – Cala Ferrera. You’ll often spot schools of divers picking up and dropping off between excursions and makes for a wonderful place to relax between dives.

Cala Ferrera Beach
300m south and you’ll find Cala Ferrera, a bigger and deeper cove than neighbouring Cala Serena, and offers hotels and restaurants beside the beach. Here you’ll find plenty of amenities, including parasols, pedalos, sun beds and a beach bar, as well as lifeguards and even a masseuse. The water is a beautiful turquoise colour and well protected from the surrounding rocks which make it great for snorkelling.

Cala Esmeralda Beach
Next along is Cala Esmeralda, which is surrounded by cliffs, giving it a secluded and intimate atmosphere, it has an assortment of apartments and hotels, many of which overlook the pretty beach. The beach itself is small at only 25 square metres, whilst it’s a lovely place to enjoy the sunshine, it can become quite busy. Again, this beach enjoys beautiful blue-green water and is sheltered from winds within the long, thin cove, helping to keep the water calm and clear. You'll find showers and toilets here, along with a bar and restaurant, but no lifeguards on duty.

Cala Gran Beach
The largest, deepest and most easily accessible of Cala d’Or’s beaches is Cala Gran. It measures 40 metres long and around 100 metres deep. The white, fine and soft sand perfectly contrasts with the clear blue sea. Similar to Cala Ferrera, the surrounding area has been built up and developed, resulting in a variety of bars and restaurants at the sand’s edge. Catering well to families wanting to spend an entire day at the seaside, sun beds and parasols are available to rent and there’s a great play area for children situated at the back of the beach. Showers and toilets are available and there is a ramp for the disabled. The beach is busy but maintains a good standard of cleanliness as well as having a lifeguard on duty in the Summer months.

Cala d'Or Beach
Last but not least, the most southern beach, Cala d'Or is the last of the bays in the resort and closest beach to swanky ‘Marina Cala d’Or’. Located at the head of a narrow inlet within a small bay, here you won’t be able to view the open sea directly from the beach. At 40 metres long and 100 metres deep, you may end up with a short walk for a paddle but here again, the sand is soft, fine and golden making it perfect for a day’s lounging on the shore. The cove’s inland location means the water here is greatly sheltered, retaining consistently calm and clear water perfect for small children. Surrounded by hotels and apartments, the surrounding pine trees do a wonderful job of making it feel less built up than it actually is. The beach is equipped with parasols and sun beds as well as showers and toilets, with a bar at the back of the bay.

Also try exploring a little further up or down the coast, such as Cala d'en Borgit or Cala Varques where you’ll be rewarded with quieter and rustic bays.

Restaurants
This popular resort offers a wide range of restaurants catering to different tastes and preferences. Whether you’re after Spanish cuisine, international flavours or a casual beachside dining experience, Cala d’Or offers plenty of options.

Nightlife
The surrounding resort of Cala d’Or offers a seasonal and vibrant nightlife scene with a variety of options for live music, entertainment and social activity. Expect a selection of karaoke bars, Irish pubs and a few late night discotheques.

Hotels
There’s a wide range of hotels to suit different budgets and preferences throughout the resort with several being beachfront, family-friendly establishments.

The beach has a rugged feel, with areas of dried algae, rock pools as well as fine golden sand. I recommend you take water shoes, to explore the rock pools where you'll spot crabs and little fishes. Unfortunately you're bound to come across some traces of plastic too - an issue that seems increasingly common across beaches around the world. I spent a satisfying half an hour picking up any residue I could find and disposing of it in the one bin available on the beach.

I don't want to give the wrong impression as this beach has both golden sand and crystal clear waters. Continue round the beach and you'll come across machine gun emplacements of the civil war and fishermen's docks. 

Es Racó de S'Arena is for travellers who want to get off the beaten track and there are no amenities. Tranquil and unspoilt, it's a place that only the residents seem to know about. 

Hotels
If you fall in love with the place, you can stay in the rustic finca of Estalella/Casetes de Pescadors, in one of the fisherman's huts that overlooks the sea. There is a hotel in S’Estanyol and Fincahotels located 10 minutes drive away around Sa Rapita, plus other accommodation in Agrotourisme hotels or Fincas are dotted across the countryside towards Campos or Llucmajor.
 

Restaurants
There are no chiringuitos/snack bars on the beach and the nearest restaurant is at the highly recommended Club Nautic sa Rapita, where you can park your car. Try the paella or grilled squid and enjoy terrace seating with views directly onto the beach. The next closest restaurants are on the seafront in Sa Rapita to the east. 

Calò des Moros is often mistakenly called S'Almunia, which is the cala adjacent to it. A huge hotel was once prevented from being built on the land here and the foundation worked hard to clear the rubbish that had been left and plant 2,000 indigenous plants. The result of this dedication is a beautiful, clean beach with crystalline waters in a beautiful setting. 

Hotels nearby
The nearest small resort is Cala Santanyi, 6 kilometres to the northeast and it has some  hotels, plus it is a lovely place to have a quiet and relaxed holiday. If you prefer the inland location, then try the selections of hotels and fincas in Santanyi. 

Restaurants nearby
There are no restaurants at or close to the beach. The nearest outlets are in Cala Llombards serving casual tapas. For more coastal options, head to Cala Santanyi, or for inland international options, head to the ‘pueblo’ of Santanyi.