Private boat trip
Set sail on a private boat trip in Palma Bay, with full-day and half-day options available.
Small luxury hotel in Palma's old town, traditionally styled
Wander into Palma’s gothic quarter and stumble across this 16th-century palace with original stained glass, chandeliers and tapestries which perfectly combines Mallorcan architecture with French, Italian and English styles. The hotel’s excellent location offer guests some stunning views of Palma’s bay and Cathedral.
The hotel is in the heart of Palma, in the"calle Miramar nº8" which was built in 1576. The hotel has 12 uniquely designed and decorated rooms, and interiors decorated with works of art by the likes of Miró, Calder and Bennàsar.
The hotel is equipped with comfortable lounges and meeting rooms, a library, a bar, a restaurant, a breakfast room, a quiet courtyard for relaxing and a spacious terrace for sunbathing.
Palacio Ca Sa Galesa offers a wide variety of quality services including Wi-Fi Internet access, 24 hour room service, express check-in/out, air conditioning, heating, parking facilities, free bike rental and a new wellness area with gym, thermal bath circuit, heated indoor pool, sauna, Roman bath, Jacuzzi and health and beauty treatments.
As an extra treat, the bathrooms in each bedroom come with a “bath menu,” featuring a choice of salts, oils, candles and aromatherapy, to help you unwind. You can order these from reception an hour in advance.
Situated on the first floor, it can be accessed via the hall on the main floor and it also leads on to the inner courtyard. Like all the spaces in the hotel, this area has a particular function as a bar and leisure area of the hotel. However, its versatility allows it to be adapted for small business conventions or larger events, as it also boasts a spectacular inner courtyard.
The "Café Ricks" is a large room leading on directly from the main entrance courtyard. Normally used as the breakfast room. This is one of the rooms with the most capacity and is ideal for catering for larger events of all kinds.
There is a terrace restaurant serving snacks and takeaway, with views over the Bay of Palma and the cathedral.
Their à la carte service is available throughout the day in the room or area of the hotel of your choice when ordered in advance. They offer a wide selection of starters, main courses and desserts, plus the option of combining dishes, to taste, with a range of sauces and garnishes. In addition, they cater for celiac and diabetic people and, of course, children.
Every afternoon they invite you to taste our wide selection of Harrods teas and worldwide coffees. They are deliciously accompanied by some of our traditional pastries and gastronomic suggestions at the "Monet Kitchen".
Set sail on a private boat trip in Palma Bay, with full-day and half-day options available.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
Relax aboard a luxury yacht as the sun sets over Mallorca’s coastline. Includes drinks, snacks, and snorkelling, with optional tapas and cava.
Enjoy a fantastic day at sea and exploring secluded coves and beaches aboard a typical yacht from the Balearic Islands, "El Gordito".
Picture-perfect views from your vintage scooter
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
Nestled in a historic enclave just a few metres from Palma Cathedral and the sea, DINS Santi Taura is a culinary jewel in Mallorca’s old town. Located in the vibrant Sa Calatrava neighbourhood, where centuries of history meet contemporary life, this Michelin-starred restaurant (holder of two Repsol Suns) offers a unique perspective on Mallorcan gastronomy.
Adrián Quetglas Restaurant in Palma de Mallorca offers a modern, Mediterranean dining experience shaped by the chef’s international journey. Born in Buenos Aires to Majorcan roots, Adrián’s passion for the island and its cuisine began with his first job in Mallorca and was later enriched by a decade of experience in the competitive dining scene of Moscow, as well as time spent in London and Paris.
Housed in a striking colonial-style building at the edge of Palma’s trendy Santa Catalina district, this is a long-standing local favourite that blends good food, great views and a vibrant social scene. Having made its mark in recent years as one of the more sophisticated venues within the hip city district, its Sky Bar is undoubtedly a great choice in which to start your night. Just a few blocks from the island’s best-known food market, the kitchen makes the most of fresh, seasonal produce, creating a menu of healthy, flavourful dishes served from breakfast through to late dinner.
Marc Fosh Restaurant in Palma de Mallorca is a premier destination for contemporary Mediterranean cuisine. Situated within the stylish 17th-century Hotel Convent de la Missió in the old town, this Michelin-starred restaurant offers a modern and relaxed setting where gastronomy takes centre stage.
Mar Blau, located within the elegant Valparaiso Palace and Spa Hotel, is a stylish Mediterranean restaurant offering a relaxed yet refined dining experience in the heart of Mallorca. With its striking double-height ceilings and bright, airy interior, the restaurant creates a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for both leisurely lunches and exquisite dinners.
De Tokio a Lima Restaurant in Palma de Mallorca offers a unique fusion dining experience where Mediterranean traditions meet the vibrant flavours of Japan and Peru. Situated within the boutique Can Alomar Hotel, this stylish restaurant combines sleek, modern interiors with warm, inviting touches. Dark walls and wood floors are softened by large floor-to-ceiling windows, flooding the space with natural light and providing access to a terrace with sweeping views over Palma’s iconic Passeig del Born.
De Tokio a Lima Bar in Palma offers a relaxed rooftop experience with a focus on exceptional cocktails. Located above the iconic Paseo del Borne, the bar combines city views with a menu of drinks designed to impress. Each cocktail is carefully prepared using quality spirits, fresh ingredients, and inventive combinations that highlight flavour and balance.
Housed in a striking colonial-style building at the edge of Palma’s trendy Santa Catalina district, this is a long-standing local favourite that blends good food, great views and a vibrant social scene. Having made its mark in recent years as one of the more sophisticated venues within the hip city district, its Sky Bar is undoubtedly a great choice in which to start your night. Just a few blocks from the island’s best-known food market, the kitchen makes the most of fresh, seasonal produce, creating a menu of healthy, flavourful dishes served from breakfast through to late dinner.
Beatnik Bar and Restaurant, located in the heart of Palma at Purohotel, offers a globally inspired dining experience with a playful, adventurous edge. The menu blends bright Mediterranean flavours with exotic spices from Asia and Latin America, creating a fusion that is both fresh and exciting.
Local bar in the centre of Palma specialising in craft beers from around the world. Tapas snacks are also served. It's open from Monday to Saturday 6.00pm to 1.00am.
This wine bar offers a self-service system that works with a prepaid card allowing you to taste 48 different wines from the Balearic Islands and Spain by the glass.
The closest beach to Palma is at Ca'n Pere Antoni. This stretch of golden sandy beach starts just beyond the cathedral. A promenade and cycle path runs along its length but behind these lies the main road that takes you to Palma airport.
Portixol is found just to the east of Palma's cathedral and is home to a little bay within which a little sand and shingle beach known as D'es Portitxolet Beach resides. The water is generally calm here due to the sheltered nature of the bay.
The small resort town of Ciudad Jardin lies around five kilometres east of Palma. Its beach, also commonly referred to as ‘Ciutat Jardi’, lies alongside a quiet promenade lined with palm trees, offering a huge variety of different styled bars and restaurants.
Cala Major is located within Palma Bay, around four kilometres to the west to the city of Palma.
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.
Playa Oratori is the popular local beach for Portals Nous and Puerto Portals.
Billed as Mallorca's most important museum, this undoubtedly contains some fascinating exhibitsbut beware that it is difficult to get excited about bits of stone in glass cases if you do not understand the captions. The museum has recently been refurbished, so we are hoping it is now more tourist-friendly.
This small museum of religious and historical antefacts is based in a wing of the former episcopal palace tucked behind the cathedral.
These 10th-century baths are virtually all that remain of the Arab city of Medina Mayurqa (now known as Palma).
The glory of Palma - a magnificent Gothic cathedral whose sandstone walls and flying buttresses seem to rise out of the sea.
Until the 1960s the sea reached up to the city walls, providing the perfect reflection for the cathedral. When the building of a new road changed all that, an artificial lake was constructed to reproduce the effect. The park around the lake is now a popular weekend and summer spot, with several cafes, a mural donated by Joan Miro and an art gallery in the vaults of the old city walls.
A royal palace has stood on this site next to Palma's cathedral since the Muslim walis (governors) built their alcazar soon after the Arab conquest.
The good, the bad and the ugly sides of Mallorcas tourist development meet along a 25km stretch of coast. Tacky resorts sit next to exclusive retreats, it seems that everyone wants a slice of Palma Bay. One moment you can be in Portals Nous, with its chic marina crammed with millionaires' yachts, the next in seedy Magaluf, all British pubs and wet T-shirt contests.
The former fishing villages Portixol and Molinar, like many neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Palma, have experienced a bit of a renaissance in recent years. They have transformed from quiet fishing villages into some of the trendiest areas in the south-west of Mallorca. Their main attractions include a long stretch of beach, a beautiful promenade and a boho vibe. That’s before we even get started on the great selection of restaurants, bars and hotels servicing the area!
Cala Major (also known as Cala Mayor) and its neighbour Sant Agusti are holiday resort towns on the outskirts of Palma.
Ciudad Jardin lies to the east of Palma, just along the bay from Portixol and Molinar and close to the airport. It's pretty much at the centre of Palma Bay and, after the transformation of neighbouring areas Portixol and Molinar, it has been heralded as the next 'up and coming' place for the cool and trendy set 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.
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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