“Good value for money. Tips for things to do”
The hotel is basic and dated, but our room was kept very clean as was the rest of the hotel.
We went half board and the menus offered plenty of choice and overall we were more than satisfied with the quality of the food.
As we went out every night I can't comment on the quality of the nightime entertainment, but the company rep's worked very hard and were very friendly.
My only issue, (and this isn't directed at the hotel ), was the behaviour of a handful of idiots who'd gone on an all inclusive holiday and appeared determined to drink throughout the whole of the day and night. I've noted this before at previous hotels i've stopped at, and whilst the principal of an A/I holiday is great, especially for families on a tight budget, I most certainly wouldn't have liked my grandchildren to listen to some of the language these neanderthals were using.
Whilst on the subject of A/I holidays, I was informed that there is going to be a stronger regulation on the number of hotels allowed to offer A/I deals due to the impact on local businesses not getting any custom. Whether this is just a local issue or a national one I couldn't say.
Palma Nova is a quiet resort which "dovetails" with its noisy neighbours at Magaluf, it only being a few minutes away on foot.
It's only a few minutes walk down to the beach. There is a slight incline, so people with walking difficulties should be prepared .
The beach is lovely and clean, as is the sea, with fish being clearly visible, however, be warned, it cost 13euros to rent 2 sunbeds and a parasol per day. That said we were able to sunbathe twice. Not bad for the last week in October!
Whilst at the front there are bus routes that take you Palma, Santa Ponce, Marineworld. The ride into Palma cost just over 6 euros.(single)
There is a local boat company that runs trips into Palma on a Tuesday and Saturday for 17euros per person. The journey lasts @ 3/4 hr each way and allows 3 hours to explore Palma. Most enjoyable although it got a bit choppy on the way back.
Palma is a "must see" however be very careful for women approaching you and trying to stick flowers or small twigs on your person claiming it's a local festival. Especially near the cathedral. All the are doing is creating the oppotunity to "dip" your pockets.
As you enter Palma there is a tourist office overlooked by the cathedral where they provide free maps of the city.
Closer to the hotel, try visiting "Bar Balero". It's a family run concern and must of the customers are local Mallorcans. (Turn R. out of the hotel and walk to the main road and turn right again. Walk along for @ 600yards and the bar is on your right)
It's not the prettiest bar in the world , but they are very friendly and the drinks are cheap, plus it's one of the few places that serve tapas.
I'd also recommend getting a taxi, (from the rank at the sea front) into Calvia village for @ 10 euros each way. (There isn't a bus service and there are no pavements on the road which has a high speed limit), Calvia is a super little village up in the hills and each Monday they have a small market. There is a beautiful church there called St. John the Baptist, and the small local bars are also worth a visit.
If you fancy a special night out i'd definately recommend the restaurant, "Meson C,an Torrat", which is also in Calvia. The quality of food, service and atmoshere were excellent with the meal, wine, brandys and coffees came in at 88euros for the two of us. Ensure that you book well in advance which the hotel reception will arrange.
We also had another good day out at Portal Nous. It's an hours walk or you can catch the bus. (It's en route to Palma). There's a lovely marina there and you can spend a couple of hours just looking at the boats or just sit on the quayside and throw some bread in the water for the fishes. You'll be amazed how many will materialise.
Although everywhere is now shutting down for the winter, I definately recommend the Mimosa and would go there again. I hope the review is of use.
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