Inturotel Esmeralda Garden, Cala d'Or

Request a pool-view room for the best outlook and morning sun, but expect karaoke and traffic noise until around midnight.

Choose a rear or garden-facing room for quieter evenings, afternoon or evening sun, and less karaoke noise; expect a less attractive outlook.

Request the main building rather than accommodation across the road, especially if you want pool access, lifts, or less bar noise.

Request a higher or top-floor room for better views and fewer footsteps overhead, but remember that the lift may not reach the highest floor.

Email the apartments before arrival to request a specific room or preferred position.

Claim a pool sunbed early, particularly at Esmeralda Park, where loungers can become difficult to find.

Request an even-numbered room if you want a better chance of getting a pool view.

Choose a lower-floor room for easier access with children and luggage, particularly because the building has limited lift access.

Use the facilities throughout the main Inturotel complex, including its quieter areas and other hotel amenities.

Bring an electric fan, as the air conditioning may be inadequate.

Avoid pool-side rooms if you want quiet nights, since the karaoke bar across the road stays open until midnight.

Try the pool-bar ice cream, and look for inexpensive breakfasts nearby at around €5 per person.

Choose an even-numbered room for a pool or Eden bar view; odd-numbered rooms face the back.

Avoid bringing lilos or airbeds, as inflatables are not allowed in the pools.

Ask for rooms 15 or 17 on any floor for a quieter position at the rear.

Arrive at Cala Gran by 9am if you want a beach lounger.

Head to Cala Ferrera beach, about a 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Do not worry about reserving a sunbed at dawn; loungers may remain available throughout the day.

Consider room 322 for pool views and sun from sunrise until around 6pm.

Consider rooms 332 or 418 for appealing pool-area views.

Book self-catering accommodation expecting a street-facing apartment across the road, with a large balcony and a 10-second walk to the main area.

Request a top-floor room such as 312 or 320.

Use the Wi-Fi login across all Inturotel hotels.

Budget €15 for the tourist tax payable on arrival.

Expect limited street parking, with spaces inconsistent and difficult to find.

Book a private taxi from the airport if you want to avoid a transfer lasting nearly two hours.

Ask reception about late checkout if available.

Visit the bar opposite and ask for Elena’s Irish or Baileys coffee.

Order sangria during happy hour for better value.

Shop at Sumo supermarket, about 50 metres left from the apartments, for a good selection at low prices.

Look for restaurants on the outskirts for cheaper meals than those near the hotel.

Ask for the drinks menu before ordering wine, as a bottle may cost €30.