Archive for February, 2012
Booking a holiday rental in Palma is a cheaper accommodation option for families, large groups and couples in comparison to staying at a hostel. However, before booking an apartment, tourists should consider factors such as their budget and where they would like to stay. For instance, tourists who are looking to enjoy the city’s lively nightlife are sure to feel bored in a quiet neighbourhood. Tourists to Palma are, therefore, advised to study various locations and neighbourhoods in Palma before actually booking their apartment rentals. Here is some information to help tourists choose the best neighbourhood to stay in.
One attractive option for many people is to find some self-catering accommodation in Palma that will give them a greater degree of freedom that they can find in hotels as well as possibly being much more economical. Apartments can vary in both size and price – it’s even practical to rent student accommodation during July and August.
Visit Palma off season, which is November through March. Although you may find fewer tourist-oriented special events during these times, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. The locals still live their lives and the centuries of culture and art are there year round. For tighter budgets, stock your hotel room with food from a local market. Packing a picnic lunch for your daytime tours is a good way to save big, while still allowing you to enjoy restaurant meals for lunch and dinner.
Most recommended accommodation in Palma, primarily based on guest reviews:
1. Hotel Tres Palma
Address: Calle Apuntadores 3
Overall rating: 4.5 out of 5
Facilities: 4.3 out of 5
Dining: 4.5 out of 5
Location: 4.9 out of 5
Rooms rating: 4.5 out of 5
Situated centrally within the historic area of the city, the Hotel Tres Palma is close to many attractions. We found 13 reviews that said the staff were helpful and polite. Four guests mentioned the breakfast in a review, four said it was delicious.
2. Hotel Ac Ciutat De Palma
Address: Plaza Puente 3
Overall rating: 4 out of 5
Cleanliness: 4.2 out of 5
Facilities: 4 out of 5
Just a short walk away from the beach, this Palma de Mallorca hotel is within close proximity to water sports and waterfront activities. Out of three reviews of the staff, three said they were kind and polite. Two mentioned the cost of their booking in a review, two thought it was a fair price.
3. Grupotel Playa De Palma apartments & Spa Palma
Address: Cami De Ca Na Gabriela 27 29
Overall rating: 4.3 out of 5
Cleanliness: 4.5 out of 5
Service: 4.4 out of 5
Facilities: 4.5 out of 5
Rooms rating: 4.3 out of 5
Grupotel Playa de Palma Suites & Spa is a self-catering Playa de Palma hotel situated in the city center. Three guests mentioned the staff in a review, three found them helpful and polite.
4. Hotel Nixe Palace Palma
Address: Avenida Joan Miro 269
Overall rating: 4.3 out of 5
Service: 4.2 out of 5
Location: 4.3 out of 5
Rooms rating: 4.4 out of 5
Located directly across from the beach, the Hotel Nixe Palace offers guests easy access to sunbathing, swimming, and water sports. We found 37 reviews that said they enjoyed the beach, only one didn’t. Nine guests reviewed the balcony eight mentioned it was large and in good condition.