AH Art Hotel Palma, Palma de Mallorca

Request a rear room for maximum quiet and a courtyard outlook; ask for a his-and-hers sink if that matters, though rear rooms may lack views.

Request a higher-floor room for more light, city views, quiet, terrace space and a breeze when windows are open.

Book a suite or junior suite for generous space, storage and an excellent bathroom; junior suites may overlook apartment backyards.

Request a front-facing room for La Rambla views; rear rooms are generally quieter but may overlook adjacent buildings.

Choose room 2 for a quiet rear-facing suite with a small terrace, table and chairs overlooking the breakfast courtyard.

Ask reception for nearby dinner and drinks recommendations, especially when arriving late.

Contact the hotel directly and tell reception your preferences so they can try to accommodate them.

Choose room 5 for a quiet, spacious second-floor suite with a comfortable bed and an impressive shower.

Arrange parking with the hotel in advance for a reasonable daily rate.

Ask about deluxe-room dimensions before booking; descriptions range from spacious to small, so compare available room types.

Use the lift to reach every floor.

Request room 12, a quiet fourth-floor junior suite facing the rear courtyard.

Choose room 9 for a quiet third-floor location at the end of the corridor, away from other rooms and the lift.

Choose room 6 for a huge suite with sunny views and two large floor-to-ceiling windows or doors.

Skip renting a car in Palma, then rent one only when leaving the city for destinations such as Puerto Pollensa.

Call ahead if arriving on a late flight, because reception closes at midnight.

Arrive earlier if possible, as late arrivals may be inconvenient for the hotel.

Ask whether a room with a small terrace is available.

Choose a triple room when three people are staying, as it provides enough space without squeezing everyone in.

Ask for room 3 if you want a quiet room.

Avoid room 4 if possible.

Expect staff to open the hotel door for you.