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© J. Rains
© J. Rains
Picturesque and charming beach on the west coast of Majorca with breath-taking scenery.
The Port of Soller offers the only sandy beaches on the west coast of Majorca. This lovely little resort offers two beaches along it's horseshoe bay, all with golden sands and clear blue seas.
Located in the town of Port de Soller on the northwest coast of Mallorca, the expansive bay of Soller offers the only sandy turf along Mallorca’s western coast. This popular tourist destination and lovely resort offers two beach areas within its horseshoe shaped bay, surrounded by natural beauty and the Tramuntana mountains, the golden sands, clear blue seas and superb sea views all make it one of Mallorca’s top beach destinations amidst some of the island’s finest scenery. A train runs directly from Palma to Soller which connects hourly to the vintage tram taking you directly down to the port, making the bay easily accessible from the island’s city centre. Our webcam at the Port de Soller gives a great view of the beach and sometimes catches the tram as it tootles by!
To find out more about Port Soller, view our Guide to Port de Soller.
Restaurants
The Port of Soller is lined with a variety of beach bars and restaurants. It’s a superb place for sundowners with a sparkling sea view. Make sure you book in advance over the busy summer months, or you could be left with your second (or more likely third) choice of restaurant!
Nightlife
Being a relatively quiet and peaceful coastal town, the beachfront bars and marina area are about as lively as it gets. That be said, the bay is full of ambience with an intimate and relaxed atmosphere, lots of live music and occasional DJ performances. Livelier evening entertainment can be found in some of their trendiest hotel bars, but if you’re after anything more than cocktails up to midnight, Palma is only 40 minutes’ drive away.
Hotels
Known for its tranquillity and natural beauty, it’s no surprise that Soller possesses a selection of hotels to choose from, varying from affordable to 5*. Eco-friendly boutique hotels can be found in the narrow streets behind the beach, with luxury brands boasting clifftop terraces overlooking the entire bay.
Surrounded by the Tramuntana mountains, the region is well known for its hiking, cycling, scenic trails, breath-taking viewpoints and panoramic views of the coastline. The promenade encircling Port de Soller is perfect for leisurely strolling whilst watching the trams roll in and out of the bay. In the narrow streets filled with numerous shops, boutiques and cafes, you can also find a local maritime museum - ‘Museu de la mar’. Port de Soller serves as both a great beach day out or a fantastic resort from which to base yourself when exploring the rest of the island.
The town of Soller is just a short tram ride up from the port, with a further selection of restaurants and cafes in its central hub - Plaza de la constitución. Other places of interest to visit here include, the restored Art Nouveau building – Can Prunera, housing a permanent collection of fine art with temporary exhibitions, The Balearic Museum of Natural Sciences and the Jardí Botànic, home to Mallorca’s many plant varieties and just a short walk from the town’s centre.
The water in this bay is very sheltered, so you can usually expect calm, shallow waters along the shore making it perfect for families and children. Lifeguards are on duty in the summer months.
On the south side of the bay, ‘Repic’ beach is Soller’s largest and deepest sandy area at around 250 metres long and fairly shallow at 20 metres deep, meaning that space is sometimes hard to come by. ‘Es Traves’ beach, towards the harbour side of the bay was extended in the spring of 2012, increasing it to around 300 metres in length. The sand here is coarse and gravelly rather than silky soft, but the beach is generally kept very clean and tidy despite the summer swarms. Amenities are abundant with sunbeds and parasols available to hire, showers and public bathrooms on the beach, as well as easy access for the disabled and strollers.
Popular with private yachts in need of shelter from western swells, the water in the bay remains calm, not only offering a safe anchorage but making it perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding and snorkelling. The marina offers several boat trips and boats or jet skis available to rent.
From Palma, it’s a quick and beautiful 30 - 40 minute drive up the Ma-11 through the tunnels under the mountains. There’s a stunning alternative hair-pin route for enthusiastic cyclists over the top of the Coll de Sóller. Otherwise, the most popular way to arrive in Soller is by the historic train - Tren de Sóller from the main city centre station - Estació Intermodal, located near Plaça d’Espanya. It takes around an hour with breathtaking views of Mallorca’s countryside. The tram down to the port leaves from Sóller train station down and takes around 20 minutes through the charming valley.
Spacious five-bedroom villa with private heated pool, classic Mallorcan features, and a wealth of thoughtful facilities.
Small, cosy villa with swimming pool and gardens close to the main road that leads from the old town of Pollensa to Puerto Pollensa.
Historic four-bedroom villa with a unique bedroom set in a turret, private heated pool, and stunning coastline views.
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).
Picassa is a beautiful country home nestled in the trees in the countryside of Pollensa.
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.
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.
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.
Son Bunyola Hotel offers an intimate stay, providing the perfect base to explore Mallorca’s vineyards, olive groves, and charming countryside.
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.
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.
Carrossa is located on one of the gentle Llevant hills in the authentic north-east of Mallorca, not far from the romantic little town of Artà. The magnificent country estate, offers a fabulous view of the surrounding bays from Alcùdia to Cala Millor.
Enjoy an evening cruise along the northwest Mallorcan coastline aboard one of a selection of 50ft vessels, as the mountains transform from pink to orange to red.
Choose between two thrilling ways to explore Mallorca’s stunning coastline. Enjoy a guided boat adventure swimming in hidden lagoons and sea caves, or test your team’s skills and adrenaline in a competitive speedboat coast challenge packed with exciting activities.
Choose this exceptionally spacious luxury sailing yacht for a full-day or half-day trip around the Balearic Islands. With three lounging areas, it's the perfect place to rest, relax, and enjoy your time on the water.
Full-day or half-day boat trip on Seacret, a sailing yacht designed to maximise space and light.
Full-day or half-day sailing trip aboard Vesper of Sóller.
Full-day or half-day boat trip aboard the eye-catching Hanse 458 – sure to impress every guest on board
Perched on the cliffs above Port de Sóller, Cap Roig at the Jumeirah Mallorca Hotel offers an exceptional seafood dining experience with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean. Specialising in locally sourced fish and shellfish, the restaurant works closely with local fishermen to ensure every dish highlights the very best of the sea.
Israeli-oriental fusion cuisine with a breath-taking view of the Port de Sóller Bay and the Tramuntana Mountains.
Perched on the ninth floor of the Jumeirah Mallorca, Es Fanals offers a fine dining experience with breathtaking views over Port de Sóller, where the rugged mountains meet the tranquil Mediterranean. This Michelin Guide-featured restaurant celebrates the gastronomic treasures of the Balearic Islands, with tasting menus crafted from the freshest local produce and expertly presented under the guidance of Chef Javier Lopez.
A Mediterranean menu specialising in fresh fish, seafood and rice dishes.
La Sal Restaurant, located in the picturesque Port de Sóller, offers a vibrant Mediterranean dining experience with a creative twist. Combining local Mallorcan ingredients with contemporary mesoamerican influences, the menu is designed to delight every palate. From fresh, flavour-packed nachos to croquetas with sobrasada, each dish is prepared with care and quality produce sourced from the island’s best suppliers.
Located in beautiful Port de Soller, this restaurant offers great views of the yachts and the marina. Their cuisine combines Mallorcan tradition with fresh fish, seafood and meat.
Visit this casual, no frills wine bar for excellent local tipples and a great view over the port of Soller.
Located in Port de Soller, George’s cocktail bar is charming, has outdoor seating and serves great food.
Offering some of the best views in Port de Sóller, this bar serves drinks and typical tapas.
Sóller is a botanist’s and enthusiast’s paradise. The Botanical garden is found in a country estate known as “Camp d’En Prohom”, on the outskirts of Sóller. Its primary purpose is to preserve rare or endangered species of the Balearics, and is the result of many years of study and hard work, and now hosts one of Spain’s most extensive wild flora seed banks.
This museum is a naturalist entity dedicated to exhibiting and conserving the natural heritage of the Balearic Islands and making the general public aware of the importance of its preservation.
Housed in a wonderful Modernist building, Can Prunera was built in the early 20th century and the museum was opened on 24 August 2009. The vast majority of works on display at this museum belong to the Fundació d’Art Serra.
The vintage carriages are still in use, providing a fantastic opportunity for tourists, and a relief for locals from the terrors of the old Palma-Soller road.
The Serra de Tramuntana mountains (translated as the "mountains of the north wind") run the length of Mallorca's northwestern coastline extending for almost 90km and claim some of the island’s most magnificent scenery. In 2011, it was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO under the cultural landscape category.
Poet and author Robert Graves (1895-1985) lived in Deià, Mallorca, from 1929 until his death. He is buried in the churchyard on the hill next to the church.
This is a private 9-hole golf course just a few meters from the Rotana Hotel. The course is reserved for hotel and restaurant guests.
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.
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.
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.
This is a private, family-run, members' golf club, set in 156 hectares of beautiful Mediterranean landscape. Recently included in the new Rolex World’s Top 1,000 Golf Courses Guide, Son Gual is also Rafa Nadal’s favourite course on the island. It's a challenging course, even for the most seasoned golfers, making it one of the most talked about courses in Mallorca.
Par72 offers luxury golf experiences in Mallorca hosted by British PGA Professional Jamie Knight.
Port de Sóller is a picturesque little village situated in a large horseshoe bay on the west coast of Mallorca. The seaside retreat was, until recently, one of the island's best-kept secrets. Surrounded by dramatic mountains and overlooking the sea, it is one of the few places on the island where you get both stunning scenery and breathtaking views. Being on the west coast, it's also one of the best spots to catch a beautiful Mallorcan sunset.
Set in a lush valley of orange groves between the mountains and the sea, Sóller has been popular with day trippers for some time. Arriving on the vintage train from Palma there is plenty of taking things easy, sitting outside the cafés in Plaça Constitució soaking up the atmosphere and the sun. With several tapas bars, a fine selection of pastry shops, local ice-cream, and freshly made drinks, there is little temptation to move on.
Fornalutx, at the top of the Sóller Valley and deep within the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, calls itself the prettiest village in Spain and it's hard to disagree!
You could easily miss Mallorca's smallest village, which consists of little more than a bend in the Deia to Soller road.
Deià is an idyllic village of green-shuttered, honey-coloured houses that has become a millionaires' hideaway resting in the shadow of the Teix mountain, part of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range. It may have been just another pretty west Mallorcan village had the famous English poet and novelist Robert Graves not decided to make it his home in the 1940s, raising its profile somewhat.
Set deep within the Tramuntana mountain range of the west of Mallorca, Orient is one of the most remote villages in Mallorca.
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