Hotel Balear

In Can Pastilla on Palma de Mallorca’s Playa de Palma strip, just 100 meters from the sand and minutes from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI). A short drive puts you at Playa de Palma, Aqualand El Arenal and the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma. Family-friendly and perfectly placed for beach days and quick island hops.

This family-run hotel was remodeled in 2009 and keeps things simple and comfortable. The 54 rooms have private balconies, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning and central heating. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combos, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers; safety boxes are available for an extra charge.

Expect a buzzy lobby with 24-hour reception, a library and a playroom for kids. There’s an on-site restaurant, bar/lounge and room service, plus laundry and dry-cleaning (extra charges), an ATM and a safe-deposit box. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and walk to the beach in minutes.

A 24-hour business center, complimentary wired and wireless internet access and a meeting room with about 161 sq ft of conference space make this a practical pick for small meetings and work trips.

On-site restaurant serves meals and room service is available. Finish the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or pick up a paper in the lobby and plan tomorrow’s beach or island excursion.