Hotels in Palma Nova

Quieter than it’s more-famous neighbour Magaluf, yet with enough nightlife to satisfy partygoers, Palma Nova has cemented its position as a firm favourite town on the Spanish Balearic island of Majorca, to have a great time with families and fun-seekers alike. You’ll find spectacular, sun-bleached beaches, a superb selection of bars and restaurants, and some outstanding attractions.

While you’re enjoying your package holiday to Palma Nova, be sure to leave some time to check out the Caves of Drach and the natural beauty of La Reserva Puig Galatzo. With the price of the flight, food and drink and even the cost of air transfers all consolidated into one fee, package holidays to Palma Nova are an excellent way of ensuring that your break doesn’t blow the budget.

Things to do

While it would be all too easy to spend your Palma Nova holidays on one of the three stunning beaches, there are plenty of things to get up to once your tan is topped. The 'Nit de Foc’ (Night of Fire) is held in late June and marks the night before the Feast of St John and features devils, demons, flaming torches, and fireworks. Plan a day trip to watch the sharks in Palma’s acclaimed aquarium, or visit nearby Katmandu Park for a day of water-based fun. In the evenings, grab dinner in the town centre and head to a bar, or walk along the seafront to enjoy the famous clubs of Magaluf.

Fun for families

Palma Nova is a lively resort and appeals to families that are looking for lively holiday with a real party atmosphere. There are three impressive beaches that have gorgeous, golden sands with plenty of space for you to relax whilst the kids build sandcastles. For a more sporty activity, all of you can have hours of fun at the Golf Fantasia, with three 18-hole crazy golf courses. And don’t forget with Magaluf close by you’ll also have all the fun of the waterparks, theme parks and live action shows. You won’t be bored in Palma Nova.

Easy-going evenings

After a day jam-packed with activities, you’ve got a choice of laid-back beachfront bars or family-friendly evenings. Palma Nova has got a great selection of bars and discos playing anything from pop hits to those classics that everyone knows the words to. Many places also have karaoke nights and cabaret singers where you’re encouraged to join in. There’s plenty going on in Palma Nova, but there’s a more casual and easy-going atmosphere than its neighbour resort Magaluf.

Bustling nightlife

Although two separate resorts, Palma Nova and Magaluf seem to merge into one during the summer months. No one is really sure where one ends and the other begins, but as soon as you see the bright lights and hear the music you’ll know you’ve found the Magaluf strip; the place for clubbing and all-night parties. Staying in Palma Nova is ideal if you want to make the most of lively Magaluf but still want to feel the relaxed vibe of being on holiday.

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Although Majorca's well known for its vibrant nightlife and incredible club scene, Puerto Pollensa is one of the quieter resorts in the Balearics. With golden-sanded beaches, pine-fringed coves and a horseshoe-shaped bay, Puerto Pollensa holidays are ideal for families and couples alike. Take your holiday in February and you can enjoy all the sights, sounds and smells at the annual carnival. Expect floats, spectacular costumes, live music, and lip-smacking Spanish food!

Things to do

Although Puerto Pollensa is geared to a more relaxing kind of holiday, there’s still plenty to see and do. The jewel in the crown is the harbour, where you can take a trip on a glass-bottomed boat and see the stunning, submarine world below, while still catching some sunshine! Hop on a bus to Pollensa Old Town and you’ll find quirky shops and street stalls tucked away in twisting backstreets. With plenty of cafés, relaxing with a glass of local fino (a type of sherry) is almost mandatory or, for a change of scenery, take a local bus to nearby Palma. As the sun starts to set, take a stroll along the famous perfumed Pine Walk, and enjoy a quiet cocktail on the beach.

Great for explorers
There are many walking tracks in Puerto Pollensa, varying in difficulty and terrain. If you’re up for a bit of a challenge, then head for the Boquer Valley. Although the walk isn’t too strenuous, there are some rocky parts to tackle. Make your way up steep inclines and stony trails, and you’ll be greeted with magnificent Mediterranean views of the surrounding area and the sea below. If you like to take things at a more leisurely pace, take a stroll along The Pine Walk. It connects the main areas of Puerto Pollensa together so it’s the best way to get around. Under the shade of the pine trees that line the walk, you’ll be able to enjoy the views of the beautiful beaches and mountains on this easier walk.

Pretty beaches
From small bays to long stretches, charming Puerto Pollensa has a good selection of beaches for you to relax on. One of the most popular beaches is the main Port de Pollensa Beach, it’s the biggest in the area. There are many sunloungers to hire and plenty of watersports on offer. D’Albercuix beach by The Pine Walk is another favourite amongst tourists, it’s a quiet beach where you can spend time taking in the scenery and making the most of the peaceful atmosphere. Little kids will be happy as the water is shallow enough for them to splash about in and the sand is ideal for building sandcastles.

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Built in the 1980s with families in mind, Sa Coma is ideal for those with little ones and couples who want their Sa Coma holidays to be peaceful and relaxing. The resort’s beach might only be 1km long, but you’d be hard pressed to find one so picturesque. Golden sands sweep across a crescent-shaped bay, gently shelving into the Mediterranean making it safe for little ones who want a paddle, and with excellent water sports for the grown-ups.

The palm-strewn promenade is traffic-free and your holiday wouldn’t be complete without an evening stroll to watch the spectacular sunset. If walking doesn’t tick the right boxes, you can even go along the coast on horseback and take refreshing dip at the beach in Sa Punta.

Things to do

With stunning countryside and a breath-taking coastline, you’ll find that there’s plenty to do in and around Sa Coma. If you want to get a glimpse of the marine life, but don’t fancy putting on bulky scuba gear, you can hop on a glass-bottomed boat and see the shimmering shoals and mischievous dolphins, and catch some sunshine at the same time!

For something above the water but below the ground, take a trip to the Caves of Drach, where you can row a boat across a subterranean lake and listen to music while enjoying a meal in an underground restaurant. Need to keep the little ones happy? Head to Sa Coma’s Safari Zoo, a great day out for all the family.

Beautiful beach

Sa Coma’s Blue Flag beach is the ideal place to relax and unwind as you sit back and soak up the picturesque scenery. It’s easy for the whole family to spend the entire day at the beach enjoying some sun and a relaxing pedalo ride on the warm Balearic water. If you need a bit of action, get involved with some of the water sports available at the beach, or have a go at scuba diving.

Great for exploring

If you love the great outdoors, you’re in a great place to explore. Go for a walk out across the cape to the north of town, a nature reserve where you can visit a castle and experience fabulous views. There are lots of lovely seaside towns close to Sa Coma that are easy to reach if you hire a car, including neighbouring S’illot, as well as a number of Majorca’s famous cave networks.

Fun nightlife

As the day draws to a close, sit down at a table with views out to sea and watch the sunset change the colours in the sky. There are plenty of bars where you can have a few drinks, or enjoy family-friendly activities like quizzes, bingo and karaoke nights. If you want a livelier night out, Cala Millor’s busy strip is just a short taxi ride away.

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We also have travel guides available for destinations, including: Alcudia | Andalusia | Balearic Islands | Barcelona | Cala Bona | Cala d’Or | Cala Millor | Calas de Mallorca | Ca’n Picafort | Canary Islands | Costa Almeria | Costa Blanca | Costa Brava | Costa Dorada | Costa del Sol | Fuerteventura | Gran Canaria | Lanzarote | Magaluf | Tenerife | Ibiza | Madrid | Malaga | Majorca | Menorca | Palma | Palma Nova | Puerto Pollensa | Santa Ponsa