Compare the hotel’s €15-per-day parking with nearby street parking, which can cost up to €6 per day.
Guests are consistently fond of this intimate boutique hotel, highlighting its comfortable beds, dependable Wi-Fi, strong air conditioning and generous supply of charging points. The rooftop terrace, welcome drink and good housekeeping also leave a strong impression. Its residential side-street setting is valued for its quieter feel, while the old town and airport bus remain easy to reach on foot. Feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with no recurring shortcomings standing out in the comments; it is especially well suited to a relaxed Palma break.
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Hotel Nou Baleares.
Compare the hotel’s €15-per-day parking with nearby street parking, which can cost up to €6 per day.
Eat early on Sundays and Mondays, when restaurants across Palma may close early or remain shut.
Arrange a late checkout early, as high occupancy may make room extensions unavailable for late flights.
Request room 313 if you want a big double bed.
Use the hotel’s facility for unlimited still and sparkling water.
Use the restaurant on the hotel’s left as a landmark when navigating with Google Maps, since the hotel sign is easy to miss.
Take the number 4 bus around the corner to reach the city via the bus and train station; the ride takes seven minutes, or buy a €15 10-ride ticket.
Ask for directions to the old town, which is about a 10-minute walk away.
Request a front-facing room for better views while the surrounding area is redeveloped.
Ask for a room with two windows.
Request room 115 for a twin-aspect corner room.
Request a patio-side room to reduce street noise.
Stay closer to the cathedral if you want a better overall location.
Use the rooftop loungers and plunge pool to cool off, but do not expect space for swimming.
Plan to walk when exploring, as the hotel’s location is best suited to getting around on foot.
Eat nearby rather than relying on the hotel’s limited dinner menu.
Walk five minutes to the airport bus stop; buses run every 15 minutes and cost €5 each way.
Hotel Nou Baleares is a small boutique stay with a quietly polished feel: quaint rather than showy, and designed for slowing down after a day in Palma. Its roof terrace is a particular draw, offering a relaxed spot to take a breather above the city, while thoughtful in-room touches such as effective air conditioning, reliable Wi-Fi, plentiful sockets and comfortable beds make it easy to settle in. A welcome drink adds a friendly opening note.
Set on a side street in a residential part of Palma de Mallorca, the hotel offers a calmer base without losing touch with the action. Palma’s old town is within easy walking distance, and the airport bus is conveniently accessible, making arrival and departure straightforward. It suits couples, solo city-break travellers and anyone who prefers characterful accommodation over a large, impersonal hotel. Breakfast is served on site, and the atmosphere remains pleasantly low-key into the evening.
Guests tend to call it a brilliant little hotel and praise the balance of style, comfort and convenience. They especially appreciate the warm welcome, well-kept rooms, attentive cleaning and the chance to unwind on the rooftop. Many leave feeling they have found a particularly pleasant base for exploring Palma city.
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