Attracting thousands of tourists annually and especially popular with Brits and package holiday makers, Palmanova is a purpose built resort next to Magaluf in south west Majorca. Palma Nova actually hosts three separate ‘Blue Flag’ beach areas, Playa de Palmanova, Playa Son Matias and Playa Es Carregador.
Palma Nova Beach
Popular Blue Flag beaches serving Palmanova resort in the south-west of Mallorca
Playa Carregador is at the eastern end of the resort and is 600 metres long by 60 metres deep.This beach is famous for its (artificially enhanced) fine white sand and clear blue sea.
Also enjoying artificially enhanced silky soft sand is Playa de Palmanova beach. In the heart of the resort, it is enormous at one kilometre long and 60 metres deep. With heaps of space for families, there are several small playgrounds and shaded grassy areas at the rear.
The largest and farthest west beach is Son Matias, offering several trendy bars and a great spot to spectate with a drink. It rolls on for 1200 metres and is 100 metres deep.
Facilities are excellent in all areas with sun loungers and parasols for rent, showers and toilets, good disabled access and a high level of lifeguarding services.
Free car parking is available and access is also possible by public bus.
Restaurants
There are many International and Mediterranean restaurants and bars located on the promenade behind the beach with several waterfront establishments looking out to sea. The area caters to differing tastes and budgets with a friendly and vibrant holiday vibe and you’ll easily find something to suit your preferences.
Nightlife
Palma Nova has enough animated bars and beach clubs to keep you entertained for weeks. With everything from chill-out lounges to sports bars, British style pubs, karaoke bars and beachfront parties, tourists will easily find their home comforts here amidst fellow families on holiday or younger groups of travellers.
Full of bars, clubs and restaurants with live music and resident DJs, new bars are always opening in the area ensuring Palma Nova’s facilities continue to improve. Palma Nova’s clubs will keep you dancing with themed nights, live DJs and a great mix of local and international music. There’s usually also some promenade entertainment in the form of street performers, artists and souvenir vendors.
Hotels
Palma Nova is particularly popular with British and European tourists thereby benefiting from a wide range of hotels, apartments, and resorts to accommodate its visitors. The peak tourist season typically falls between May and September when the weather is warmest and sunny.
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Setting & Location
If it's a family beach holiday you're after, Palmanova is a great choice. Within walking distance is the adjacent bay of Magaluf, offering its own special mix of beaches and nightlife.
There are several attractions nearby to keep all the family entertained including waterparks, Mini-Golf, a Marine Zoo as well as a good selection of boutique shops and souvenir stalls.
Not forgetting, its southwest location makes it perfect for sunsets…
Water Safety & Clarity
Family focused, the water here is generally considered safe for swimming and water activities as well as being known for its clarity and cleanliness which helps to make it a popular destination for tourists seeking a beach vacation. The beaches in Palmanova are well-maintained and monitored by lifeguards during the peak tourist season.
Beach Quality
Soft white sand that has been further enhanced with imported artificial sand makes the silky soft terrain sink between your toes. Thanks to the transparent Mediterranean waters, you’ll easily see the seabed and marine life beneath the water’s surface, making it an excellent spot for snorkelling and scuba diving.
Watersports Nearby
With plenty of opportunities for water sports enthusiasts, you can jet ski, parasail, paddleboard and windsurf at Palmanova, whilst the large bay is also perfect for wakeboarding and banana boating. There’s a host of shops selling lilos, novelty inflatables and buckets and spades found all along the promenade. Popular with swarms of boats including private yachts and commercial day boat excursions, the water here is usually full of activity and laughter.
Directions
You can easily taxi, bus, or drive yourself to Palmanova from Palma. Driving takes around 20-25 minutes depending on traffic and whilst parking can get a little tricky to find space in the summer months, there are lots of steetside options and designated car parks. The bus from central Palma bus station: Estació Intermodal is a great option if you’re on more of a budget. Look for bus line number 104 and you’ll be shoreside in around 30-40 minutes.
Villas nearby
Villas in Mallorca
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Villa Esquina
5 bedroom Villa in Pollensa (Pollenca). Sleeps 10
Located in the highly sought-after area of La Font, at the foot of the stunning UNESCO-listed Tramuntana mountains in Pollença, Villa Esquina is just a 15-minute walk from the beautiful historic town centre and a ten-minute drive from Port de Pollença and the surrounding beaches, making it ideal for large families or two families with children. This stunning family holiday home has five bedrooms, five bathrooms, three balconies with amazing views of the surrounding area, and a large heated saltwater pool (fifteen metres long).
Villa Esquina
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Es Costes Finca
4 bedroom Villa in Pollensa. Sleeps 8
Finca Es Costes is a four-bedroom, four-bathroom villa with a mountain view and a private swimming pool that can be heated for a supplement. The grounds and the villa itself have both been designed to keep the natural characteristics of this beautiful area’s outstanding natural beauty.
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Son Balagueret Villa
4 bedroom villa in Mallorca. Sleeps 8
Historic four-bedroom villa with a unique bedroom set in a turret, private heated pool, and stunning coastline views.
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Es Masteyà Villa
3 bedroom villa in Moscari. Sleeps 6
Es Masteyà is a beautifully restored villa tucked away in the peaceful countryside just outside the village of Moscari. Set along the scenic Camà Vell de Pollença - a quiet rural road loved by cyclists and nature lovers - the house offers modern comfort, open-plan living spaces and a relaxing atmosphere throughout. With room for up to six guests, it’s the perfect escape for families or friends looking to unwind in an authentic Mallorcan setting.
Es Masteyà Villa
31 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-6 people, Self-cateredFrom€2,371€1,682 -
Sa Terra Rotja Villa
4 bedroom villa in Mallorca. Sleeps 8
This elegant villa, set within the private Son Bunyola Estate, combines modern comforts with a serene atmosphere to ensure a truly relaxing holiday in Mallorca.
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El Dora Villa
Elegant villa with pool, mountain views and walking distance to Pollença
El Dora Villa is a refined four-bedroom property set in an elevated position just a short walk from the centre of Pollença. Its location combines privacy with convenience, with the historic Plaza Mayor, restaurants and cafés all within easy reach.
El Dora Villa
24 Oct 2026, 7 Nights, 1-8 people, Self-cateredFrom €6,853
Hotels nearby
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Finca Son Jorbo Hotel
Charming rural estate offering tranquillity, natural beauty and authentic Mallorcan hospitality
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.
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Santa Clara Urban Spa & Hotel
Stylish urban retreat offering prime location, contemporary design, and stunning rooftop terrace views
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.
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Ca's Xorc - A Country Hideaway
Luxury retreat nestled in an idyllic mountain setting
Ca's Xorc is the place to stay if you're looking for somewhere rich in history with all the modern amenities. Breathtaking views, gourmet cuisine and a tranquil setting make it the ideal base for a peaceful stay in one of Mallorca's most beautiful corners.
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Son Bunyola Hotel
Historic manor house set within Mallorca’s stunning natural beauty
Son Bunyola Hotel offers an intimate stay, providing the perfect base to explore Mallorca’s vineyards, olive groves, and charming countryside.
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Posada Terra Santa Boutique Hotel
Historic boutique hotel in Palma old town with rooftop pool and spa
Set in the historic Canamunt district of Palma, Posada Terra Santa is a boutique hotel housed in a carefully restored 16th-century palace. Just a short walk from the cathedral, it offers a peaceful setting tucked within quiet streets, while remaining close to the city’s shops, restaurants and cultural highlights.
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Sa Cabana Hotel
Four star adults only rural boutique hotel & spa in the beautiful Mallorcan countryside
This hotel is located in the heart of Mallorca, between Consell and Binissalem, an area well know for its wines.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Palmanova
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Katmandu Park
Crazy upside-down Tibetan house with plenty of fun rides
In the heart of Magaluf, you'll find the House of Katmandu, an interactive theme park like no other. Inside, you'll find games, illusions, robotics, a laser shooting game, two mini golf courses and a 4D cinema ride.
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Fantasia Golf
Choose from 3 tropical crazy golf courses in Palma Nova
Located just behind the beach in the heart of Palma Nova this is the perfect activity for families, groups and friends. Choose from 3 different tropical courses or play all 54 holes and enjoy a refreshment or range of snacks from the bar.
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PETER Diving School
An introduction to diving in Mallorca
Keen on the idea of diving, but not so keen on wearing an air tank on your back? Well, maybe it's time to have a chat with PETER?
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Palmanova
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Es Fum Restaurant
Michelin-starred restaurant serving modern Mediterranean cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients
Es Fum Restaurant in Mallorca is a Michelin-starred dining destination led by Chef Miguel Navarro. Overlooking the Mediterranean, the restaurant offers an intimate setting where each dish combines global flavours with traditional techniques. Chef Navarro’s menu balances innovation with respect for high-quality ingredients, creating a refined and memorable dining experience.
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Mar Sea Club
Seaside sophistication with Mediterranean flavours and stunning coastal views
Perched on the seafront within the luxurious St Regis Mardavall, Mar Sea Club offers an exceptional Mediterranean dining experience in Mallorca. This stylish restaurant combines sophisticated surroundings with the relaxed charm of a seaside retreat.
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Siso Beach Mallorca Restaurant
Beachfront dining and rooftop cocktails with a Mediterranean twist
Siso Beach Mallorca offers a swanky, avant-garde dining experience right on the sands of Son Matias Beach in Palma Nova. With a stylish rooftop bar and a beachfront terrace, this is a spot where sun, sea, and gastronomy come together for an unforgettable day by the water.
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Calvia Beach House Restaurant
Beachside dining and cocktails with a boho-chic vibe on Son MatÃas Beach
Perched on the golden sands of Son MatÃas Beach in Palma Nova, Calvia Beach House is a stylish boho-chic escape where beachside dining meets world-class mixology. This trendy destination invites you to unwind and savour the flavours of the island, whether it’s a sun-soaked lunch or a moonlit dinner with the sound of cool beach beats in the background.
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Il Chiringo Beach Bar and Restaurant
Well-known and popular place, right on the beach in Palma Nova
Il Chiringo Beach Bar and Restaurant in Mallorca offers a true taste of the Mediterranean, set in a vibrant beachfront location. Part of the Grupo Il Chiringo collection, this venue blends the relaxed charm of seaside living with a focus on high-quality, authentic flavours. Every visit promises an experience to savour, whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, a light lunch, or a lively dinner by the waves.
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The Olive Tree Restaurant
Beachfront family-run restaurant serving fresh Mediterranean cuisine, steaks, and tapas in Palma Nova
Nestled on the beachfront in Palma Nova, The Olive Tree Restaurant is a family-run haven where tradition and contemporary Mediterranean cuisine meet. Just twenty minutes from Palma, the restaurant’s large wooden terrace surrounds a 350-year-old olive tree, creating a serene and welcoming atmosphere for all guests. Here, every meal is a celebration of Mallorca’s rich culinary heritage, with dishes crafted from locally sourced, seasonal produce. Expect fresh fish, succulent steaks, and tapas that pay tribute to the island’s flavours, alongside vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Palmanova
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BCM Planet Dance Nightclub
The top spot for unforgettable Magaluf nightlife
BCM Planet Dance is widely regarded as the reference point for nightlife in Mallorca. As the biggest club on the island, it has earned its reputation as one of the best nightclubs in the world, drawing partygoers from across Europe and beyond. Located in the heart of Magaluf, it stands out as the top choice among the resort’s clubs.
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Barbuda Beach Bar & Grill
Beachfront dining and cocktails with a Mediterranean twist
Barbuda Beach Bar & Grill in Palma Nova is the perfect spot to enjoy fresh Mediterranean cuisine with spectacular sea views. Sitting right on the beach, the restaurant offers a relaxed yet stylish atmosphere where you can savour expertly prepared dishes from their open BBQ. From perfectly grilled steaks to classic Mediterranean favourites, there’s something for everyone, including gluten-free, vegan, and kid-friendly options.
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Tito's Nightclub
Mallorca’s premier hotspot for parties, DJs and VIP experiences
Tito’s Calvià Beach is one of Magaluf’s most exciting nightlife destinations, attracting party-goers from across Mallorca and beyond. Opened in 2021, this seasonal nightclub has quickly established itself as a hotspot for some of the island’s biggest parties, often hosting top international DJs on their way to Ibiza.
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Tokio Joe's Nightclub
Magaluf’s home of RnB, hip hop and reggaeton for unforgettable nights on the dance floor
Tokio Joes is the ultimate destination for nightlife in the heart of Magaluf. Known as the island’s only RnB, hip hop, and reggaeton nightclub, it offers a lively and energetic atmosphere where the music takes centre stage. From the latest hits to classic tracks, the club keeps the dance floor buzzing with beats that appeal to everyone, making it a must-visit for partygoers.
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Il Chiringo Beach Bar and Restaurant
Well-known and popular place, right on the beach in Palma Nova
Il Chiringo Beach Bar and Restaurant in Mallorca offers a true taste of the Mediterranean, set in a vibrant beachfront location. Part of the Grupo Il Chiringo collection, this venue blends the relaxed charm of seaside living with a focus on high-quality, authentic flavours. Every visit promises an experience to savour, whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, a light lunch, or a lively dinner by the waves.
Sights nearby
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Fundacio Pilar i Joan Miro
Art gallery & museum devoted to the famous Spanish painter
The painter and sculptor Joan Miro spent most of his life in Barcelona, but both his wife and mother were Mallorcan and he always longed to return to the scene of his childhood holidays to draw inspiraton from what he called "the light of Mallorca".
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Castell de Bellver Castle
Fabulous and unique round castle in Palma overlooking the city
A well-preserved 14th-century royal fortress with fragrant pine woods, an interesting museum and superb views over Palma Bay.
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Pueblo Español - Spanish Village
A 'show village' featuring a range of Spanish architecture
Spain gets the theme-park treatment at this 'village' in the outskirts of Palma, where reproductions of famous buildings from Cordoba, Toledo and Madrid are gathered together with typical houses from the Spanish regions.
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Es Baluard Museu
Wonderful contemporary art gallery in a 16th-century fort
Es Baluard Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art  was opened in 2004 as a cultural institution for research and dissemination of Balearic & Mediterranean art from the 20th and 21st centuries.
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Plaça de la Llonja
A picturesque square in Palma’s old town
The square takes its name from Sa Llotja, the impressive Gothic market exchange building which overlooks it from one side. The decorative sandstone facade, contrasted with the lush green palm trees, makes for an idyllic setting. The plaza opens out towards the seaside promenade on one side and, on the other, tables and chairs from the surrounding restaurants spread out across the cobblestones. A great spot during the day and the evening.
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Sa Llotja, Palma de Mallorca
Cultural Centre & Art Gallery
With twin turrets and an angel over the door, this 15th-century seafront building looks half-castle, half-church. In fact it is neither.
Golf-clubs nearby
Golf Courses in Mallorca
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Pula Golf Course
European Tour golf course in Mallorca, in the north-east
This golf club was opened in 1995, originally designed by D.Santiago Sota. Between 2004-2006, the course was redesigned by Jose Maria Olazabal to prepare it for use on the International Pro-Tour.
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Son Muntaner Golf Course
Exclusive and challenging 18-hole golf course close to Palma
The Son Muntaner golf course forms part of the Arabella golf complex in Son Vida, to the north west of Palma de Mallorca. Created in 2000 by Kurt Rossknecht, the course is considered one of the more challenging on Majorca. The fairways and the greens have carefully placed bunkers and some water hazards that require the golfer to place their shot as accurately as possible.
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Par 72 Jamie Knight Golf Coaching
Improve your golf in style with a PGA Golf Professional
Par72 offers luxury golf experiences in Mallorca hosted by British PGA Professional Jamie Knight.
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Maioris Golf Course
Entertaining 18 hole golf course in Mallorca - in the South
Maioris Golf Club is located 15 minutes west of Palma de Mallorca on the south coast of Mallorca. The course was created in 2006 by Dieter Cabus and is of a championship standard.
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Andratx Golf Course
Championship 18-hole golf course in south-west Mallorca
The golf course in Andratx was designed by the famous Gleneagles resort in Scotland and opened in 2000. The 18-hole championship course is well known as one of the most difficult and challenging in Mallorca.
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Son Termes Golf Course
Challenging 18-hole golf course close to Palma
This golf course lies 10 km north of Palma de Mallorca. Designed by Harris Group & Josè Rodriguez, the course opened in 1998.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Mallorca
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Palma Nova
Holiday beach resort in the south-west of Mallorca
There are still people who can remember when Palma Nova was just a village. Then, along came the tourist boom and the 'new Palma' was established as one of the first purpose-built tourist destinations on the island. Now we see Palma Nova moving towards high-quality tourism, becoming ‘the’ up-and-coming spot on the southwest coast.Â
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Magaluf
Holiday beach resort in the south-west of Majorca
Magaluf is arguably one of Europe’s most well-known beach resorts. Over the past couple of decades, significant investment and revitalisation efforts have been made to transform its image from a budget-friendly party hotspot to a more upscale and refined destination.
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Puerto Portals
Chic marina resort in Mallorca, on the south-west coast
Puerto Portals is widely known as the most glamorous marina on the island. It has become an attractive destination for the rich and famous to moor their yachts and now caters for more than 600 yachts up to 60 metres in length. Unlike many other ports in Mallorca, there is a year-round buzz here. It’s the place to visit for designer shopping, people watching and first-class restaurants and bars.
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Portals Nous
Holiday beach resort in the south-west of Mallorca
Portals Nous is a small town 10km to the west of Palma. This is the place to stay if you want to spend time at the swanky marina of Puerto Portals.
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Illetas
Beach resort on the outskirts of Palma, in the south-west of Mallorca
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. It’s one of the most attractive spots along the Bay of Palma, known for its whitewashed villas, leafy streets, and a mix of classic and modern hotels that blend into the hillside. The views are stunning, the atmosphere relaxed, and everything feels just a little more refined than your average beach resort.
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Port Adriano
Luxury marina close to Santa Ponsa
Port Adriano is a luxury marina perched on the southwestern coastline of Mallorca. Designed by French architect Philippe Starck, it opened in 2012 and currently stands as one of the most modern marinas in the Mediterranean.






































































































