10 BEST PLACES TO RENT A HOLIDAY VILLA IN MALLORCA

Mallorca is a very diverse island, and the best areas to rent a holiday home depend a little on the type of experience you are looking for: beaches, tranquillity, nightlife, nature or culture. Here is a list of the 10 best areas to rent a holiday home in Mallorca, with a brief description of each one:

1. Palma de Mallorca

• Ideal for: Culture, restaurants, nightlife and shopping.
• The best: Beautiful old town, close to Palma beach and with the airport a short distance away.
• Perfect for: Families and couples who want to combine beach and city life.

2. Port de Sóller

• Ideal for: Nature, tranquillity and mountain landscapes.
• The best: View of the bay, close to the Sierra de Tramuntana mountains and boat trips.
• Perfect for: Couples or families looking for relaxation and picturesque surroundings.

3. Alcúdia

• Ideal for: Family beaches and water activities.
• Best for: Fine sandy beach and shallow waters, medieval old town.
• Perfect for: Families with children or tourists who want comfort and amenities nearby.

4. Pollença and Port de Pollença

• Ideal for: History, culture and quiet beaches.
• Best features: Charming old town, nearby coves and relaxed atmosphere.
• Perfect for: Couples or travellers looking for calm and authenticity.

5. Cala d'Or

• Ideal for: Beaches and small coves with crystal clear waters.
• Best features: Tourist-friendly residential area with shops and restaurants nearby.
• Perfect for: Families or groups looking for a tourist base with access to many coves.

6. Magaluf and Palmanova

• Ideal for: Nightlife and entertainment.
• Best features: Wide beaches, bars and nightclubs.
• Perfect for: Groups of friends looking for parties and fun.

7. Deià

• Ideal for: Mountain landscapes and art.
• Best for: Artists' village, spectacular views, absolute tranquillity.
• Perfect for: Couples and travellers looking for relaxation and exclusivity.

8. Cala Millor

• Ideal for: Family tourism with long beaches.
• Best for: White sandy beach and promenade with restaurants and shops.
• Perfect for: Families or people looking for comfort and tourist services.

9. Santanyí and Ses Salines

• Ideal for: Hidden coves and peaceful tourism.
• Best features: Proximity to beaches such as Es Trenc, authentic village atmosphere.
• Perfect for: Couples or families who want to combine beach and authenticity.

10. Valldemossa

• Ideal for: Mountains and culture.
• Best features: Charming historic village, breathtaking views and rural surroundings.
• Perfect for: Travellers seeking tranquillity, hiking and culture.

Concept map of the best areas to rent in Mallorca

1. Palma de Mallorca – City / Beach / Culture
   • Playa de Palma
   • Old town
   • Restaurants and nightlife
2. Port de Sóller – Mountains / Nature / Relaxation
   • Bahía de Sóller
   • Boat trips
   • Sierra de Tramuntana
3. Alcúdia – Family beach / History
   • Playa de Alcúdia
   • Medieval old town
   • Water activities
4. Pollença and Port de Pollença – Tranquillity / Culture
   • Nearby coves
   • Old town
   • Mountain excursions
5. Cala d'Or – Beaches / Coves / Tourism
   • Small white sand coves
   • Promenade
   • Restaurants and shops
6. Magaluf and Palmanova – Parties / Beach / Entertainment
   • Discos and bars
   • Wide beach
   • Activities for groups
7. Deià – Mountains / Art / Exclusivity
   • Artists' village
   • Spectacular views
   • Hiking
8. Cala Millor – Family beach / Tourism
   • Long beach with fine sand
   • Promenade with shops
   • Family activities
9. Santanyí and Ses Salines – Unspoilt beaches / Coves
   • Es Trenc beach
   • Hidden coves
   • Authentic villages
10. Valldemossa – Mountains / Culture / Relaxation
    • Valldemossa monastery
    • Hiking and nature
    • Historic village