PETER Diving School
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1 star hotel on the South-West coast
Friendly and comfortable budget hotel in the south west of Mallorca.
A 5 minute drive to the popular Pirates Adventure, Western Water Park and Aqualand and less than a 10 minute drive to Mago Beach. Cala Major and Marivent Palace are a 20 minute car ride from the hostel. The centre of Calvia is 20 minutes away by car.
A private bathroom is included in each room. Guests can enjoy a drink and relax in the hostel's bar.
The hostel is pet friendly.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
Perched on the golden sands of Son Matías 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.
Perched above the lively beachfront of Palmanova, Origin Restaurant is one of Mallorca’s standout rooftop destinations, combining award-winning food, inventive cocktails and a vibrant social atmosphere. Overlooking Son Matias beach and the sweeping Palmanova Bay, this stylish roof terrace offers panoramic sea views from morning through to late evening.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Carwash Nightclub is one of the larger and liveliest clubs in Magaluf, known for its high-energy atmosphere and non-stop entertainment. Since opening, it has become a go-to spot for anyone looking to enjoy a night of music, dancing, and themed events.
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.
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.
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.
Playa Oratori is the popular local beach for Portals Nous and Puerto Portals.
Cala Falco is a very pretty and small beach, surrounded by rocky outlets and pine. It is most famous for the trendy beach bar and restaurant that sits in the middle, attracting some of Mallorca's most affluent clientele. situated in the south west of Mallorca. The sea is clear and shallow, and the beach is narrow but deep,
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.
Only 9km from the capital of Palma, Illetas is a holiday resort claiming three picture-perfect beaches. Illetas beach is the main beach, and is more sheltered than the huge stretch of sand that makes up the beach in front of Palma's cathedral, making this one of the nicest beaches in the Bay of Palma.
Follow a rugged track through pine wood forest to find this beautiful cove on the western tip of Palma Bay. No public transport will bring you here, so you’ll need to taxi through Calvia’s residential streets, or drive from Magaluf or Palma Nova before walking the last stretch to the bay. Ultimately, the best way to arrive here is on the water by boat, with a decent depth and sandy seabed both perfect for anchoring.
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".
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.
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.
With twin turrets and an angel over the door, this 15th-century seafront building looks half-castle, half-church. In fact it is neither.
Nine holes of golf, perfectly integrated into the beautiful local environment. Golf Pollenca offers panoramic views over the Tramuntana mountains, olive groves, the bays of Pollença and Alcudia and s'Albufereta reserve. By the end of the first round, the visitor will surely agree that challenge, variety, and harmony with nature are focal points around which the club's success is built.
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 is renowned as one of the most beautiful courses on Mallorca. Situated in the far northeast of the island, the course sits in the foothills of the Llevant natural Park overlooking the Mediterranean sea.
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.
Santa Ponsa Golf Club consists of two 18-hole and one 9-hole golf courses. More than just a golf club, it is a resort where you can buy villas & apartments so to have golf on your doorstep. Of the three courses, the 18-hole Santa Ponsa I is open to the public - Golf Santa Ponsa II & III are for members of the club only.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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