Universal Hotel Marqués, Colonia de Sant Jordi

★★★★ Bay View · Great View

Colonia de Sant Jordi

8.6 Excellent 883 reviews

Guest ratings

Location9.6

Cleanliness9

Service8.8

Value8.6

Rooms8.6

Sleep quality8.6

4-star 191 rooms from $147

What guests mention

es trenc beach smaller beach lovely hotel nice long beach sea view paella tasty food sun loungers by the pool beautiful beach watermelon drinking water per day

Guests are especially fond of the hotel’s beachside position near Es Trenc, with the sea views and easy access to the sand frequently making the stay feel special. Staff receive warm recognition for being helpful, professional and genuinely friendly. Rooms are generally considered spotless and comfortable, though some guests find their size limited and would welcome a few updates. The buffet, pool loungers and relaxed half-board option go down well, but occasional complaints mention added charges, dated bar styling and evening entertainment that does not always suit the otherwise quiet setting.

Insider tips

What guests who stayed here recommend

Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Universal Hotel Marqués.

Top tips

Book a sea-view room—paying extra is worthwhile; choose floors 3–5 on the south or west side for sunsets. Rooms

Request a top-floor room away from lifts and dancing or music; first-floor rooms can be noisier. Rooms

Bring a reusable bottle and refill it for free at the hotel's water stations before heading to the beach. Pool & Beach

Upgrade to a sea-view suite for more space and breathtaking views; standard rooms, especially bathrooms, can be small. Rooms

Charles H.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Book a sea-view room—paying extra is worthwhile; choose floors 3–5 on the south or west side for sunsets.

Beatrice N.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Request a top-floor room away from lifts and dancing or music; first-floor rooms can be noisier.

Arvid D.

20 Aug 2026

Pool & Beach

Bring a reusable bottle and refill it for free at the hotel’s water stations before heading to the beach.

Ángel S.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Upgrade to a sea-view suite for more space and breathtaking views; standard rooms, especially bathrooms, can be small.

Brooke T.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Request rooms 601–605 for renovated accommodation.

Antonio V.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Avoid room 116 because of constant noise.

Audrey P.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Choose the annexe for a quieter room.

Camilla V.

20 Aug 2026

Transport

Park on the street, as parking is available there only.

Alessandro G.

20 Aug 2026

Activities

Take a long walk along the beach.

Benjamin F.

20 Aug 2026

Activities

Walk to Es Trenc and paddle nearly all the way.

Antoine S.

20 Aug 2026

Pool & Beach

Budget extra for pool sunbeds.

Benedetta R.

20 Aug 2026

Pool & Beach

Ask reception for a beach parasol.

Daniel H.

25 May 2026

Pool & Beach

Bring your own beach towels.

From guest reviews

Pool & Beach

Reserve pool space early, as loungers and available space can be limited.

From guest reviews

Dining

Try the evening buffet and breakfast for generous portions and varied choices.

Benjamin F.

20 Aug 2026

Dining

Choose half board for good value and plenty of choice.

andy13

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Expect no English-language TV channels and budget extra for the room safe.

Chris B.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Bring a kettle, since rooms have no coffee-making facilities.

Amelia R.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Request a room facing Es Trenc Beach.

Alison Adams

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Choose a room overlooking the pool to catch the sunset and enjoy a sea view.

From guest reviews

Rooms

Request a balcony room with a sunny aspect.

Benjamin K.

20 Aug 2026

Rooms

Avoid connecting rooms if possible, since sound can carry through the locked connecting door.

Cristina B.

7 Jan 2026

Rooms

Ask for room 210 if you want a lovely sea view and newly refurbished accommodation.

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About Universal Hotel Marqués

Universal Hotel Marqués feels built around its horizon: the Mediterranean is front and centre, with wide blue-water views setting a relaxed, sandy-footed rhythm. Its appeal is pleasingly simple—an easygoing coastal base where beach days, balconies and the sound of the sea do much of the work. The atmosphere is calm rather than flashy, with the character of traditional Mallorca still close by.

The hotel sits right on the shore in Colonia de Sant Jordi, close to Es Trenc and its long stretch of pale sand. With roughly seven kilometres of beach to wander, it is a natural fit for long-walk devotees and travellers keen on watersports. Protected natural areas nearby add interest beyond the sun loungers, while the beach-and-pool arrangement suits couples and families looking for an unhurried seaside stay. A sea-view room is worth considering if the outlook is a priority; some rooms are on the compact side.

Guests regularly praise the exceptional setting, direct route to the sand and lovely views from larger balconies. The team is often described as welcoming, efficient and attentive, while buffet meals earn favourable comments for their choice, fresh fruit and occasional treats such as paella. A few visitors feel some interiors, particularly the bar, could use updating, and mention extra costs or minor room details that could be improved.