Hibiscus Villa
The simple yet comfortable property is in a great location just 50 metres from the beach and has sea views from its lovely terrace.
Blue Flag beach in popular holiday resort in the south west of Mallorca
The beach at Santa Ponsa is a lovely golden sandy beach in the heart of the resort, backed by shady pine trees for when you need some respite from the heat.
Santa Ponsa beach is a relatively large resort style beach featuring sun-loungers and parasols, toilet and shower facilities in the summer months. At the edge of the beach, there is a is path that winds around pine trees through a small area of parkland, perfect for escaping the peak heat of the day. Some chiringuito style beach bar restaurants can be found on the beach, perfect for breaking up a day of sun worshipping on the sand.
Behind the promenade you'll find shops with beach toys and inflatables, and further bars, cafes and restaurants, many of which are geared towards families, with soft play facilities inside.
Every year, within the first two weeks of September, the beach plays host to one of the areas biggest festivals the Rei en Jaume which celebrates the successful landing of King Jaime I in 1229 and his subsequent conquering of the Moors. On the eve of Sant Joan, on the 23rd July, the beach comes alive with beach parties, bonfires and devils.
Find out more about Santa Ponsa by looking at our Guide to Santa Ponsa.
The hills that surround the bay and beach are covered in hotels and holiday apartments, so if you are staying in resort, it is unlikely it will take you very long to walk to the beach.
The sea is clear and shallow and thanks to its sheltered position in the bay, it's nice and calm. There is a high presence of life guards on duty.
The beach is 1.3 km long and 100 metres deep and sandy, so even in the peak summer months, you should be able to find a space for your towels.
Some water sports facilities are available, including pedaloes.
Free parking is available on the streets behind the beach, and there is a regular bus service from the other close-by resorts like Portals Nous, Palma Nova, Port Adriano, and Palma.
The simple yet comfortable property is in a great location just 50 metres from the beach and has sea views from its lovely terrace.
Perched atop the scenic hills of Mallorca, Villa Mitrana offers an unparalleled blend of luxury and natural beauty. This exquisite retreat provides breathtaking panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the verdant landscapes that define the island's charm. Designed to accommodate up to six guests, it is the epitome of sophisticated comfort.
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.
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).
Villa Can Barbas is ideally located just half a kilometre from the centre of Puerto Pollensa in the popular residential complex of Gotmar.
Spacious five-bedroom villa with private heated pool, classic Mallorcan features, and a wealth of thoughtful facilities.
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.
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.
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.
Son Bunyola Hotel offers an intimate stay, providing the perfect base to explore Mallorca’s vineyards, olive groves, and charming countryside.
This hotel is specialised in golf, and they also have a spa. Sand-hued walls, terracotta coloured roofs, wood beam ceilings, and intimate lighting will greet you there.
Your first underwater experience. For those who just want to try diving where fun and safety are guaranteed!
Ride through hidden backroads, coastal routes and mountain trails as you discover the beauty of Mallorca by bike, all year round.
Discover the southwestern coast of Mallorca on a stand-up-paddle board at your own pace, and enjoy the stunning scenery while practising an outdoor sport.
Paddle around the south western coast of Mallorca on our kayaks, exploring at your own pace and enjoying the stunning scenery this beautiful coastline has to offer.
Paddle along the coast and between islands on our kayaks to visit the most interesting places of this beautiful area of Mallorca, such as a cave and a natural pool where you can snorkel or swim in crystal clear waters!
Snorkelling trip to the Malgrats Marine Reserve where you will be able to see a wide variety of marine wildlife.
Adriana Restaurant, located on the ground floor of the Pure Salt Luxury Hotel in Port Adriano, Mallorca, offers an authentic taste of Mediterranean cuisine inspired by salt and the sea air. Guests can enjoy a warm and welcoming experience in two inviting spaces: the main restaurant and the adjoining bar, both designed to combine comfort with elegance.
Set in the heart of the marina, Harbour Grill Restaurant is a go-to spot in Mallorca for anyone who appreciates exceptional grilled food in a relaxed, waterside setting. The star of the show is the impressive US Southbend Grill, which reaches temperatures of up to eight hundred degrees Celsius. This intense heat sears steaks in seconds, locking in flavour and tenderness while creating a beautifully caramelised crust on the outside.
Trattoria Vino del Mar is a signature dining destination in the prestigious Port Adriano, widely regarded as one of Mallorca’s finest harbours. Renowned for its elegant Italian cuisine, this restaurant has earned a reputation as one of the island’s best spots for pasta and classic Mediterranean dishes.
La Terraza de Port Adriano is a long-standing Mediterranean restaurant with a privileged setting overlooking one of Mallorca’s most exclusive marinas. Opened in nineteen ninety-two by Ignacio Doiztua Calero, it has evolved over more than three decades while staying true to its original aim: improving year after year with care, consistency and a lot of heart.
Coast by East Restaurant and Bar sits in a prime spot overlooking the luxurious yachts of Mallorca’s marina, offering a sophisticated dining experience with a focus on fresh sushi, sashimi, and Robata-grilled dishes. Led by sushi chef Jampa Thupten, the kitchen delivers creative and colourful dishes, from unusual sushi rolls to light, low-carb options and vibrant salads. For a full taste experience, diners can trust the staff to curate a spread served family-style, allowing you to sit back and enjoy the best the menu has to offer.
El Ceibo Restaurant in Santa Ponsa is a true haven for lovers of grilled meats, offering a taste of Uruguay in the heart of Mallorca. Named after Uruguay’s national flower, this rustic and homely restaurant has built a culinary reputation over 35 years, specialising in premium cuts cooked over an open fire ‘parrilla’.
This bar is perfect spot to enjoy a drink in a casual atmosphere with fantastic sea views overlooking Port Adriano.
A meeting point for crew and port workers, it boasts a friendly and relaxed ambience with a great terrace where you can enjoy an amazing sunset.
Located right in front of the sea in the glitzy Philippe Starck-designed marina of Port Adriano, this nightclub offers a stunningly decorated interior and state of the art music system. The trendiest club in the south-west right now, this is the place to come to hear some of the most famous DJs live and enjoy delicious cocktails while rubbing shoulders with the créme-de-la-créme of Mallorca's visitors.
El Chiringuito is a beach bar located on a rocky platform in the small resort of Costa de la Calma. It's position faces west so it gets great sunsets!
A friendly, informal, and relaxed spot to enjoy by the water’s edge.
The CCA Andratx Art Centre is dedicated to the creation and exhibition of contemporary art and is one of the largest centres of contemporary art in the Balearic Islands as well as the rest of Europe. The art gallery displays paintings, sculptures, installations, graphics and photographs from international and local artists, some of which are also for sale.
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".
Bodegas Son Puig is a small family-run winery producing wine from the Son Puig estate in the Puigpunyent valley, located within the Serra de Tramuntana in Mallorca. A limited series of wines are made from manually picked grapes grown exclusively onsite.
A well-preserved 14th-century royal fortress with fragrant pine woods, an interesting museum and superb views over Palma Bay.
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.
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.
This golf course, situated in Canyamel in the nort-east of Mallorca, is renowned for being one of the most beautiful on the island.
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.
The Bendinat Royal Golf Course is magnificently situated 7 kilometres west of Palma, in an extensive wooded valley and in the heart of the Bendinat Housing Estate.
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.
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.
This golf course lies 10 km north of Palma de Mallorca. Designed by Harris Group & Josè Rodriguez, the course opened in 1998.
Santa Ponsa, also known as Santa Ponça, is a holiday resort situated in a beautiful sheltered cove in the south-west of Mallorca. Despite being a favourite among British visitors for over 40 years, it’s remarkably avoided too many of the high-rise developments seen in some of Mallorca’s neighbouring coastal resorts. Santa Ponsa bay sits against a gorgeous mountain backdrop, dotted with well-designed villas and apartment buildings that blend in nicely with the scenery.
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.
A small beach resort in the south west of the island, Peguera – also known as Paguera – sits on the coast near Andratx. It offers idyllic blue flag beaches, along with a good selection of hotels and restaurants catering for a full range of budgets.
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.
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.
Calvia town is the administrative centre for the southwestern region of Mallorca. The region is said to be the richest municipality in Spain. It hit the jackpot when tourists discovered the nearby beaches, and developments like Magaluf and Palma Nova were built.
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