The pools, with daily entertainment and two separate sections -- one with slides for kids and one for adults -- are the highlights here. The hotel's location -- a 15-minute walk from a small beach and even farther from the city center -- is not the most convenient. However, rates are generally low and rooms feature small, basic kitchenettes and beds for up to four guests, which can be a plus for families on a tight budget.
The pools, with daily entertainment and two separate sections -- one with slides for kids and one for adults -- are the highlights here. The hotel's location -- a 15-minute walk from a small beach and even farther from the city center -- is not the most convenient. However, rates are generally low and rooms feature small, basic kitchenettes and beds for up to four guests, which can be a plus for families on a tight budget.
The Pionero is a 581-room mid-range all-inclusive hotel located a block from the beach in Santa Ponsa. Small rooms are mostly clean but a little dated and basic, with simple wooden furniture and standard amenities such as mini-fridges and flat-screen TVs. The property offers nice extras not always found at other similarly priced hotels -- such as an indoor pool, a pizzeria, and a wellness area with a whirlpool and a sauna -- but as with many other local all-inclusives, the pool deck is overcrowded and cramped, and the no-reservations policy for loungers is not enforced. Guests get free access to facilities at the hotel's two adjacent sister properties, but will have to go back to the Pionero to order food and drinks. It may be worth checking out the Bahia del Sol Hotel, which has a roof deck -- a necessity considering that its pool also gets overcrowded.
The Pionero is a 581-room mid-range all-inclusive hotel located a block from the beach in Santa Ponsa. Small rooms are mostly clean but a little dated and basic, with simple wooden furniture and standard amenities such as mini-fridges and flat-screen TVs. The property offers nice extras not always found at other similarly priced hotels -- such as an indoor pool, a pizzeria, and a wellness area with a whirlpool and a sauna -- but as with many other local all-inclusives, the pool deck is overcrowded and cramped, and the no-reservations policy for loungers is not enforced. Guests get free access to facilities at the hotel's two adjacent sister properties, but will have to go back to the Pionero to order food and drinks. It may be worth checking out the Bahia del Sol Hotel, which has a roof deck -- a necessity considering that its pool also gets overcrowded.
Globales Playa Santa Ponsa certainly doesn't break the mold when it comes to the budget resort-style hotels of the area. The property's basic style shows the most in its 209 rooms, which are clean and all open to balconies -- though many guests gripe about small showers and fees for Wi-Fi. The pool area is pleasant, if also rather old-fashioned, but provides energetic entertainment staff and plenty of shaded loungers. Breakfast and dinner buffets are included with the room rate and prices are low, especially for a location this close to Santa Ponsa's white beaches. Another budget option, but with updated apartments and some sea views, is the Apartamentos Portofino y Sorrento, which overlooks the south end of the beach.
Globales Playa Santa Ponsa certainly doesn't break the mold when it comes to the budget resort-style hotels of the area. The property's basic style shows the most in its 209 rooms, which are clean and all open to balconies -- though many guests gripe about small showers and fees for Wi-Fi. The pool area is pleasant, if also rather old-fashioned, but provides energetic entertainment staff and plenty of shaded loungers. Breakfast and dinner buffets are included with the room rate and prices are low, especially for a location this close to Santa Ponsa's white beaches. Another budget option, but with updated apartments and some sea views, is the Apartamentos Portofino y Sorrento, which overlooks the south end of the beach.
There are 269 guest rooms at this three-pearl property, a short walk from the beach in the center of Santa Ponsa. The location is ideal for those wanting to have the beach at the doorstep, while also being surrounded by the town's bars, restaurants, and shops. Rooms are basic and dated, but have balconies, air-conditioning, and modern flat-screen TVs. Like most of the mid-range options in town, there are a good range of activities and amenities on offer including an indoor and outdoor pool, bar, buffet restaurant, and pizzeria, though food here isn't great and entertainment leaves a lot to be desired. For something with a bit more charm and better entertainment in the same price range, try the nearby H10 Playas de Mallorca.
There are 269 guest rooms at this three-pearl property, a short walk from the beach in the center of Santa Ponsa. The location is ideal for those wanting to have the beach at the doorstep, while also being surrounded by the town's bars, restaurants, and shops. Rooms are basic and dated, but have balconies, air-conditioning, and modern flat-screen TVs. Like most of the mid-range options in town, there are a good range of activities and amenities on offer including an indoor and outdoor pool, bar, buffet restaurant, and pizzeria, though food here isn't great and entertainment leaves a lot to be desired. For something with a bit more charm and better entertainment in the same price range, try the nearby H10 Playas de Mallorca.
Apartamentos Holiday Center is a simple, mid-range Balearic-style apartment complex located a short stroll from Santa Ponsa's large sandy beach and lively nightlife. Despite its location, it's relatively peaceful and family-focused, and is one of just a few places in the area where stag and hen parties are not allowed. Updated in 2015, all the apartments are clean and contemporary and open to balconies or terraces (leading to inevitable street noise in some). The lack of any real sea views, fairly small pool, and inconsistent food quality are the main flaws, though most enjoy the hotel's relaxed vibe and a kids' club helps keep the little ones occupied. For sea views and a larger pool check out Apartamentos Verdemar just up the hill, though it charges for sunbeds.
Apartamentos Holiday Center is a simple, mid-range Balearic-style apartment complex located a short stroll from Santa Ponsa's large sandy beach and lively nightlife. Despite its location, it's relatively peaceful and family-focused, and is one of just a few places in the area where stag and hen parties are not allowed. Updated in 2015, all the apartments are clean and contemporary and open to balconies or terraces (leading to inevitable street noise in some). The lack of any real sea views, fairly small pool, and inconsistent food quality are the main flaws, though most enjoy the hotel's relaxed vibe and a kids' club helps keep the little ones occupied. For sea views and a larger pool check out Apartamentos Verdemar just up the hill, though it charges for sunbeds.
The value-oriented Hotel y Apartamentos Casablanca has the distinction of being the first, and therefore oldest, hotel in Santa Ponsa. The same family has maintained most of the property to a high standard and has created a friendly, familiar atmosphere popular with families and couples. Rooms and apartments are a little dated and have limited amenities, though most open to balconies, some with sea views. The outdoor hotel pool is a good size and provides plenty of loungers, along with a poolside snack bar. The pool is accessed via lots of steps, and charges for breakfast buffet and in-room Wi-Fi are downfalls. All in all, this is a quiet and civilized option just a five-minute walk from the beach. The nearby Bahia del Sol Hotel also has a kids’ club and spa for around the same price.
The value-oriented Hotel y Apartamentos Casablanca has the distinction of being the first, and therefore oldest, hotel in Santa Ponsa. The same family has maintained most of the property to a high standard and has created a friendly, familiar atmosphere popular with families and couples. Rooms and apartments are a little dated and have limited amenities, though most open to balconies, some with sea views. The outdoor hotel pool is a good size and provides plenty of loungers, along with a poolside snack bar. The pool is accessed via lots of steps, and charges for breakfast buffet and in-room Wi-Fi are downfalls. All in all, this is a quiet and civilized option just a five-minute walk from the beach. The nearby Bahia del Sol Hotel also has a kids’ club and spa for around the same price.
The three-pearl Playas del Rey Hotel is a modern, family-run boutique hotel set on the quieter south side of Santa Ponsa, across the street from Santa Ponsa Beach. The 64 rooms are colorful and modern. Balconies add extra space, though views range from disappointing to superb. A solid buffet breakfast is included in the rate, and there's a good cocktail menu at the bar. The pool is adequate size-wise, but there's more sun on a rooftop terrace. Overall, this is a decent pick for couples looking for beach access and affordable rates. Families with kids might like the Viva Rey Don Jaime Hotel, with a kids' club and entertainment.
The three-pearl Playas del Rey Hotel is a modern, family-run boutique hotel set on the quieter south side of Santa Ponsa, across the street from Santa Ponsa Beach. The 64 rooms are colorful and modern. Balconies add extra space, though views range from disappointing to superb. A solid buffet breakfast is included in the rate, and there's a good cocktail menu at the bar. The pool is adequate size-wise, but there's more sun on a rooftop terrace. Overall, this is a decent pick for couples looking for beach access and affordable rates. Families with kids might like the Viva Rey Don Jaime Hotel, with a kids' club and entertainment.
The stunning panoramic views are the biggest draw at this 243-room all-inclusive resort. The restaurant, the lobby, the pools, and most of the rooms all feature striking sea vistas that are hard to beat in Santa Ponsa. The adult-only property, however, has a number of other great selling points, including stylish rooms, a small spa, good cuisine, and a rooftop bar for sunset drinks. The only real downside is that the seafront area here is rocky, and the nearest stretch of sand is a 15-minute walk away.
The stunning panoramic views are the biggest draw at this 243-room all-inclusive resort. The restaurant, the lobby, the pools, and most of the rooms all feature striking sea vistas that are hard to beat in Santa Ponsa. The adult-only property, however, has a number of other great selling points, including stylish rooms, a small spa, good cuisine, and a rooftop bar for sunset drinks. The only real downside is that the seafront area here is rocky, and the nearest stretch of sand is a 15-minute walk away.
There are 142 apartments at this all-inclusive budget resort set on a pretty hilltop, a 10-minute walk from the center of Santa Ponsa. The hotel has fantastic views over the bay, and offers plenty of activities, from tennis to mini-golf plus a kids' club and two swimming pools. The apartments are spacious and light, and have large dining and sitting areas plus small kitchenettes and a balcony or terrace. However, furniture and decor throughout the hotel is dated and basic. Rates are quite steep for what's on offer here, especially compared to far nicer options in town. Travelers can score frequently cheaper with more style at the SENTIDO Punta del Mar, though rates there aren't all-inclusive and it's farther from town.
There are 142 apartments at this all-inclusive budget resort set on a pretty hilltop, a 10-minute walk from the center of Santa Ponsa. The hotel has fantastic views over the bay, and offers plenty of activities, from tennis to mini-golf plus a kids' club and two swimming pools. The apartments are spacious and light, and have large dining and sitting areas plus small kitchenettes and a balcony or terrace. However, furniture and decor throughout the hotel is dated and basic. Rates are quite steep for what's on offer here, especially compared to far nicer options in town. Travelers can score frequently cheaper with more style at the SENTIDO Punta del Mar, though rates there aren't all-inclusive and it's farther from town.
The Apartamentos Verdemar is one of a string of waterfront aparthotels that overlook the northside of Santa Ponsa Bay. This three-pearl hotel's 197 apartments are simple and modern, and most feature superb sea views -- though a few street-facing balconies overlook a wall. Beyond the swimming pool and some low-key activities, there's not much in the way of facilities and Wi-Fi isn't free, however with the beach and plenty of dining and nightlife within a 10-minute walk, most guests don't seem to mind. Two other aparthotel options just up the hill include TRH Jardin del Mar, which also features an indoor pool, and Ola Apartamentos Bouganvillia, with two pools and kids' club -- both however are a little more dated and farther from the beach.
The Apartamentos Verdemar is one of a string of waterfront aparthotels that overlook the northside of Santa Ponsa Bay. This three-pearl hotel's 197 apartments are simple and modern, and most feature superb sea views -- though a few street-facing balconies overlook a wall. Beyond the swimming pool and some low-key activities, there's not much in the way of facilities and Wi-Fi isn't free, however with the beach and plenty of dining and nightlife within a 10-minute walk, most guests don't seem to mind. Two other aparthotel options just up the hill include TRH Jardin del Mar, which also features an indoor pool, and Ola Apartamentos Bouganvillia, with two pools and kids' club -- both however are a little more dated and farther from the beach.