The Club Calimera Es Talaial is an all-inclusive, family-friendly complex set in the relatively peaceful Cala Egos. The mid-range hotel is large and lively, offering a wide range of child-focused facilities that include mini waterparks and supervised kids' clubs. A decent spa and adult-only cocktail terrace with a pool, however, means it's not just about the little ones. The 250 apartments are simple and contemporary, with some featuring sea views from spacious terraces. While there are plenty of activities and entertainment offered, guests complain that the property mainly caters to the mostly-German clientele and Wi-Fi isn't free. Just next door is the much smaller Gavimar La Mirada Club Resort, which is also fun and family-friendly, and set in prettier gardens.
The Club Calimera Es Talaial is an all-inclusive, family-friendly complex set in the relatively peaceful Cala Egos. The mid-range hotel is large and lively, offering a wide range of child-focused facilities that include mini waterparks and supervised kids' clubs. A decent spa and adult-only cocktail terrace with a pool, however, means it's not just about the little ones. The 250 apartments are simple and contemporary, with some featuring sea views from spacious terraces. While there are plenty of activities and entertainment offered, guests complain that the property mainly caters to the mostly-German clientele and Wi-Fi isn't free. Just next door is the much smaller Gavimar La Mirada Club Resort, which is also fun and family-friendly, and set in prettier gardens.
The three-pearl Apartamentos Parque Mar is a peaceful and secluded apartment and villa complex with facilities for both families and couples. It features a prime setting with lovely serene gardens that overlook a rugged coastline; although there's no beach on-site, two are a short walk away. Simple but well-equipped apartments and villas have modern kitchens and most overlook the water, though they lack air-conditioning and some amenities require a fee. Two swimming pools include one adult-only, a kids' club and splash pool occupy little ones. Overall, it's one of the more relaxed and tasteful options in the Cala D'Or area. For a more typical resort-style hotel, the neighboring Club Marmara Roc Las Rocas also has stunning sea views plus an all-inclusive plan.
The three-pearl Apartamentos Parque Mar is a peaceful and secluded apartment and villa complex with facilities for both families and couples. It features a prime setting with lovely serene gardens that overlook a rugged coastline; although there's no beach on-site, two are a short walk away. Simple but well-equipped apartments and villas have modern kitchens and most overlook the water, though they lack air-conditioning and some amenities require a fee. Two swimming pools include one adult-only, a kids' club and splash pool occupy little ones. Overall, it's one of the more relaxed and tasteful options in the Cala D'Or area. For a more typical resort-style hotel, the neighboring Club Marmara Roc Las Rocas also has stunning sea views plus an all-inclusive plan.
The 163-room Hotel Marina Skorpios is a mid-range, all-inclusive property situated against the gorgeous Cala Egos cove with a small beach area. Interiors, however, are less impressive, featuring mostly dated decor and furnishings. Facilities -- largely shared with sister property Marina Corfu -- include a lively (and sometimes noisy) pool area with a shallow kids' section, plus an exclusive adult-only area with daybeds and waitered drink service. A kids' club, playground, and mini-golf make the property best suited to families. While the entry-level rooms are underwhelming, upgrades guarantee sea views from balconies and sleek bathrooms. Travelers willing to spend a little extra may prefer the nearby Club Martha's Resort, which has nicer rooms but no direct beach access. **THIS HOTEL RE-OPENED AS *ALUASOUL MALLORCA RESORT* IN 2017.**
The 163-room Hotel Marina Skorpios is a mid-range, all-inclusive property situated against the gorgeous Cala Egos cove with a small beach area. Interiors, however, are less impressive, featuring mostly dated decor and furnishings. Facilities -- largely shared with sister property Marina Corfu -- include a lively (and sometimes noisy) pool area with a shallow kids' section, plus an exclusive adult-only area with daybeds and waitered drink service. A kids' club, playground, and mini-golf make the property best suited to families. While the entry-level rooms are underwhelming, upgrades guarantee sea views from balconies and sleek bathrooms. Travelers willing to spend a little extra may prefer the nearby Club Martha's Resort, which has nicer rooms but no direct beach access. **THIS HOTEL RE-OPENED AS *ALUASOUL MALLORCA RESORT* IN 2017.**
This two-and-a-half pearl aparthotel is fairly generic and a bit dated when it comes to decor, but it offers spacious apartments that attract families and groups. All of the units have living rooms and full kitchens that are equipped with stoves, ovens, microwaves, full fridges, and washing machines. Apartments also have private terraces and patios overlooking the hotel's green grounds. On-site facilities are a bit limited, but include an outdoor pool with a poolside snack bar, as well as mini-golf and a giant outdoor chess set. Wi-Fi incurs a daily fee, but parking is free on-site. Overall, it's an adequate choice in a convenient location that's close to dining options, bars, a supermarket, and a beach, but for something with more features, travelers should check out Club Martha's Aparthotel.
This two-and-a-half pearl aparthotel is fairly generic and a bit dated when it comes to decor, but it offers spacious apartments that attract families and groups. All of the units have living rooms and full kitchens that are equipped with stoves, ovens, microwaves, full fridges, and washing machines. Apartments also have private terraces and patios overlooking the hotel's green grounds. On-site facilities are a bit limited, but include an outdoor pool with a poolside snack bar, as well as mini-golf and a giant outdoor chess set. Wi-Fi incurs a daily fee, but parking is free on-site. Overall, it's an adequate choice in a convenient location that's close to dining options, bars, a supermarket, and a beach, but for something with more features, travelers should check out Club Martha's Aparthotel.
The Apartments Cala D'Or Park is a dated and largely run-down 120-room apartment complex in undeniable need of a top-to-bottom refit. While a few do enjoy its quirky and rough-around-the-edges vibe, most guests are disappointed with the subpar, shabby apartments, poor cleanliness, and general lack of amenities. A short walk from two lovely coves and Cala D'Or's buzzing center, the location is a real plus, while the hotel's two swimming pools are large enough for everyone. Rates are low, and so they should be; until the place gets a serious makeover, stick to one of the many alternatives such as the great-value Sol Cala d'Or Apartamentos one block away.
The Apartments Cala D'Or Park is a dated and largely run-down 120-room apartment complex in undeniable need of a top-to-bottom refit. While a few do enjoy its quirky and rough-around-the-edges vibe, most guests are disappointed with the subpar, shabby apartments, poor cleanliness, and general lack of amenities. A short walk from two lovely coves and Cala D'Or's buzzing center, the location is a real plus, while the hotel's two swimming pools are large enough for everyone. Rates are low, and so they should be; until the place gets a serious makeover, stick to one of the many alternatives such as the great-value Sol Cala d'Or Apartamentos one block away.
One of three Gavimar hotels in Cala D'Or, the two-and-a-half-pearl La Mirada Club Resort is the smallest, with 120 rooms and apartments. There's just one busy swimming pool that hosts poolside animation and entertainment -- which is a hit or miss. It can get too noisy for some, and guests complain that there are not enough sunbeds. Apartments are dated and have basic kitchenettes, though most guests opt for the all-inclusive option for dining. The Cala Egos setting is one of the more peaceful, and the beach is a two-minute walk away, though those looking for nightlife should look elsewhere. All in all it's a pleasant enough budget option popular with young families, but for smarter rooms with better cooking facilities compare prices with the nearby Club Martha’s Aparthotel.
One of three Gavimar hotels in Cala D'Or, the two-and-a-half-pearl La Mirada Club Resort is the smallest, with 120 rooms and apartments. There's just one busy swimming pool that hosts poolside animation and entertainment -- which is a hit or miss. It can get too noisy for some, and guests complain that there are not enough sunbeds. Apartments are dated and have basic kitchenettes, though most guests opt for the all-inclusive option for dining. The Cala Egos setting is one of the more peaceful, and the beach is a two-minute walk away, though those looking for nightlife should look elsewhere. All in all it's a pleasant enough budget option popular with young families, but for smarter rooms with better cooking facilities compare prices with the nearby Club Martha’s Aparthotel.
The Sentido Tucan is an upscale adult-only hotel set in a prime position just next to Cala D'Or's main beach and a short stroll from its vibrant dining and shopping center. Being child-free means that it's certainly one of the quieter and more relaxing local options, though evening entertainment can get a little noisy in pool-facing rooms. The 177 rooms were renovated in 2015 and are clean and modern, with spacious bathrooms and balconies -- a few even feature sea views. Though there's only one pool, there's no shortage of lounge chairs, and there's also a poolside spa. For a high-end, adult-only experience with a more intimate vibe, Melia Cala D'Or is a good boutique option. It's set in pretty gardens spread out over several white cottages, though rates are higher.
The Sentido Tucan is an upscale adult-only hotel set in a prime position just next to Cala D'Or's main beach and a short stroll from its vibrant dining and shopping center. Being child-free means that it's certainly one of the quieter and more relaxing local options, though evening entertainment can get a little noisy in pool-facing rooms. The 177 rooms were renovated in 2015 and are clean and modern, with spacious bathrooms and balconies -- a few even feature sea views. Though there's only one pool, there's no shortage of lounge chairs, and there's also a poolside spa. For a high-end, adult-only experience with a more intimate vibe, Melia Cala D'Or is a good boutique option. It's set in pretty gardens spread out over several white cottages, though rates are higher.
The Club Martha's Aparthotel is a mid-range, all-apartment complex in the peaceful and laid-back Cala Egos neighborhood of Cala D'Or. It's one of the larger resort-style properties, with 279 apartments set in extensive and well-tended grounds. All units are plain and have kitchenettes, lounge areas, and spacious and sunny terraces, some featuring loungers and sea views. The set up is particularly family-friendly, with a supervised kids' club and entertainment, though a fee for sports facilities feels stingy and the pool area doesn't have enough sunbeds. Optional all-inclusive plans here are more limited than most, and food could be better. As an alternative, the cheaper -- though less polished -- Gavimar La Mirada Club Resort is closer to the beach and has a better all-inclusive plan, but offers fewer facilities.
The Club Martha's Aparthotel is a mid-range, all-apartment complex in the peaceful and laid-back Cala Egos neighborhood of Cala D'Or. It's one of the larger resort-style properties, with 279 apartments set in extensive and well-tended grounds. All units are plain and have kitchenettes, lounge areas, and spacious and sunny terraces, some featuring loungers and sea views. The set up is particularly family-friendly, with a supervised kids' club and entertainment, though a fee for sports facilities feels stingy and the pool area doesn't have enough sunbeds. Optional all-inclusive plans here are more limited than most, and food could be better. As an alternative, the cheaper -- though less polished -- Gavimar La Mirada Club Resort is closer to the beach and has a better all-inclusive plan, but offers fewer facilities.
The Gavimar Cala Gran Hotel is a lively two-and-a-half-pearl property spread around extensive -- sometimes confusing -- grounds in the center of Cala D'Or. Its right next to the main beach and a short stroll from dining and nightlife. While some rooms and apartments have sea views, all are dated, and Wi-Fi and safes incur an extra charge. The popular all-inclusive option covers all meals, snacks, and most drinks, and there are four pools including kids and quiet options, though cleanliness can be an issue. All in all, this hotel has some flaws, though still manages to pull repeat guests and families in droves -- in fact, the pools can be downright busy. Alternatively, travelers without kids should consider the adult-only Sentido Tucan -- it's far more modern.
The Gavimar Cala Gran Hotel is a lively two-and-a-half-pearl property spread around extensive -- sometimes confusing -- grounds in the center of Cala D'Or. Its right next to the main beach and a short stroll from dining and nightlife. While some rooms and apartments have sea views, all are dated, and Wi-Fi and safes incur an extra charge. The popular all-inclusive option covers all meals, snacks, and most drinks, and there are four pools including kids and quiet options, though cleanliness can be an issue. All in all, this hotel has some flaws, though still manages to pull repeat guests and families in droves -- in fact, the pools can be downright busy. Alternatively, travelers without kids should consider the adult-only Sentido Tucan -- it's far more modern.
For adults seeking a quiet, luxurious vacation in a mature setting, the 43-room Melia Cala D'Or is a solid boutique option. Known for personalized service, this property has flower-filled private garden areas filled with sun loungers and a big, pretty beach. Rooms are spread across several white cottages with their own private garden areas; they are simply decorated with terra-cotta tile floors, flat-screen TVs, and balconies or patios. There are a fitness room, playground, spa, and lovely outdoor pool all on-site. For a boutique experience in a more exclusive part of the island, the Fontsanta Hotel and Spa, with its own thermal springs, is worth considering.
For adults seeking a quiet, luxurious vacation in a mature setting, the 43-room Melia Cala D'Or is a solid boutique option. Known for personalized service, this property has flower-filled private garden areas filled with sun loungers and a big, pretty beach. Rooms are spread across several white cottages with their own private garden areas; they are simply decorated with terra-cotta tile floors, flat-screen TVs, and balconies or patios. There are a fitness room, playground, spa, and lovely outdoor pool all on-site. For a boutique experience in a more exclusive part of the island, the Fontsanta Hotel and Spa, with its own thermal springs, is worth considering.