Choose a renovated superior bungalow with a sea view; the extra cost is worthwhile for more space, better condition, and outstanding sunsets.
What guests mention
Guests tend to value Sun Club El Dorado for its affordable, family-friendly holiday atmosphere, with the pools, mini golf, tennis courts and energetic animation team regularly adding to the fun. Families particularly appreciate the kids’ club and the easy-going main bar, while some rooms and bungalows benefit from sea views. The trade-off is a fairly no-frills stay: accommodation is commonly described as basic, and dining can be hit-and-miss for selective eaters. It suits guests prioritising activities and value over refinement.
Your stay, step by step
Advice from guests who actually stayed at Sun Club El Dorado — the single most helpful tip for each part of your trip, in the order you'll need it, from booking to your last morning.
Upgrade from a basic or economy room, but compare the advance price with the arrival rate because an upgrade may be offered free later.
Take a taxi from Palma airport instead of the coach transfer; it is usually faster and may be cheaper.
Choose a renovated superior bungalow with a sea view; the extra cost is worthwhile for more space, better condition, and outstanding sunsets.
Arrive early at the late bar to secure a seat.
Do not rush for loungers; there are generally plenty, although shade and cushions are limited.
Use the resort as a base for exploring local towns and the island.
Plan transport for off-site trips; the resort is remote, with few nearby bars, restaurants, shops, or nightlife.
Tell staff about mobility requirements before arrival so they can advise on suitable accommodation.
Use free WiFi at reception; paid WiFi is reportedly unreliable and costs about €10 for three days or €15 for seven days.
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Sun Club El Dorado.
Upgrade from a basic or economy room, but compare the advance price with the arrival rate because an upgrade may be offered free later.
Book a sea-view room or bungalow for excellent Mediterranean views, sunsets, and attractive positioning around the resort.
Avoid B rooms unless you only need a tiny bed-and-shower space; they are small, basic, and usually lack views.
Ask reception about upgrading to a larger, refurbished room or apartment; modest fees can provide considerably more comfort and space.
Avoid B rooms and B bungalows because they are often tiny, damp, poorly positioned, or lacking sunlight; choose a larger category instead.
Upgrade your room, ideally before arrival; the difference can provide more space, quieter surroundings, air conditioning, or a studio for €16 extra per night.
Avoid B, promo, and basic bungalows if possible; they are typically smaller, more basic, and may lack air-conditioning, balconies, or sun.
Request a refurbished room with air-conditioning and a TV, and check exactly which facilities are included before booking.
Book a superior or renovated bungalow or apartment—preferably a sea-view bungalow; basic or “B” rooms may be tiny and face a wall or car park.
Pay extra for a sea-view room if the outlook matters, but expect limited clear views because some are partly blocked by pine trees.
Choose a superior or large bungalow for more space, a better balcony, and a more comfortable alternative to the smallest rooms.
Choose a studio, especially for young children, because studios offer more space and may be near the kids’ pool, snack bar, water slide, and toilets.
Choose a renovated apartment for newer accommodation and, in some units, a separate bedroom; expect more stairs to the upper complex.
Bring or rent a fan from reception because rooms generally have no air conditioning, especially during hot weather.
Plan transport for off-site trips; the resort is remote, with few nearby bars, restaurants, shops, or nightlife.
Book a studio for a more modern room with air-conditioning, a small kitchen, and generally quieter positioning away from the entertainment area.
Use the local buses to reach S’Arenal, Palma, nearby towns, and beaches; services are frequent and contactless payment is easy.
Use free WiFi at reception; paid WiFi is reportedly unreliable and costs about €10 for three days or €15 for seven days.
Choose a studio if you want a more modern room with air conditioning, but note that sleeping areas may be open-plan when travelling with children.
Prepare for steep slopes, steps, and uneven paths throughout the resort; the hotel is unsuitable for many mobility difficulties.
Take a taxi from Palma airport instead of the coach transfer; it is usually faster and may be cheaper.
Request a room away from the main bar, club, and entertainment area, especially with children, because evening noise can continue late.
Do not rush for loungers; there are generally plenty, although shade and cushions are limited.
Check room location and discuss accessibility with staff before arrival if walking or breathing is difficult.
Prepare for steep hills and many steps, especially when walking around the resort.
Request a room near the top pool for attractive views and quieter surroundings, but expect a steep walk back up the resort.
Request a room away from the main pool and entertainment areas if you value quiet, as music and discos can continue late into the night.
Request a renovated room or bungalow, which should offer a higher standard than older accommodation.
Prepare for steep hills and steps throughout the complex; request a central room near the dining area if walking is difficult.
Book a premium, superior, or otherwise larger room if space matters; standard accommodation can be very small.
Bring euros for deposits and consider renting a fan or safe, but avoid paying for the unreliable Wi-Fi.
Upgrade to a sea-view or sea-front room or bungalow for the best outlook.
Use the bottom pool for its pool bar, sea views, or sunset; avoid it when activities are loud.
Use the resort as a base for exploring local towns and the island.
Use the top pool for quiet, and the bottom pool for entertainment and sea views.
Bring or hire a fan, particularly for a superior bungalow, sea-fronted bungalow, or apartment.
Bring a travel kettle or jug because rooms may not provide tea-making facilities.
Expect steep hills around the resort; choose accommodation near reception if walking uphill or pushing a buggy may be difficult.
Ask the hotel directly or wait until arrival before arranging an upgrade, as availability and prices may be better then.
Bring cash because the resort has no ATM and deposits may be needed for activities such as tennis or golf.
Bring a flask for early coffee, as rooms have no kettles; refill bottles at the bar or restaurant.
Choose a top-hill apartment for quiet and seclusion, but expect many steps and hills; choose a superior bungalow to stay near the action.
Take a private taxi from the airport instead of a shared transfer, which can wait for flights and make multiple hotel stops.
Ask about rooms 60–65 for sea views, or room 65 specifically for its refurbished cliffside position.
Request room 69 for a stunning sea view.
Bring mosquito repellent and earplugs for greater comfort around the resort.
Choose a room near reception if mobility is limited, as it is more central to the resort’s facilities.
Bring your own kettle, hairdryer, and toiletries.
Bring insect or fly spray.
Expect a quiet, isolated setting far from busy resorts, with buses or taxis needed for trips into town.
Avoid rooms beside the main pool or entertainment area if you are sensitive to nighttime noise.
Arrange your own airport transport instead of relying on the hotel transfer, which may leave excessively early; taxis, cars, or private minibuses are quicker.
Join the hotel’s Facebook group and check YouTube for current information and an on-site walkthrough.
Tell staff about mobility requirements before arrival so they can advise on suitable accommodation.
Expect about €35–€50 for a taxi to Palma or the airport, and ask reception to book one.
Bring a pillow or neck rest for the hard loungers.
Try the pool beside the tennis courts for better sunbeds and quieter surroundings.
Upgrade when booking to improve your chances of getting a refurbished room.
Upgrade to a refurbished room when booking.
Request a bungalow in the small wood if possible.
Confirm upgrade charges before paying; arrival upgrades were reported at €6, while pre-booked upgrades may be charged again on arrival.
Choose a new two-bedroom apartment for the best accommodation on the site.
Expect room 189b to be small, though it is centrally located and adequate for two people.
Avoid room 90 if possible because it is close to the kids’ club and bar and can be noisy at night.
Consider bungalow 14 for excellent views over the Mediterranean.
Consider bungalows 60–65 for seclusion and excellent sea views; room 54 was also considered a good choice.
Request bungalow 48 for a large sea view and free air conditioning, but email the hotel to confirm it beforehand.
Do not expect apartment-style kitchen facilities unless confirmed; one report found no fridge, kettle, cooker, crockery, utensils, or pans.
Book a private airport minibus to reach the hotel in about 20 minutes.
Hire a car for easier, faster trips into town; taking a taxi can also be worthwhile for groups.
Use an ATM in El Arenal because the hotel has no cash machine on site.
Ask for bungalow 196 if you want a quiet location.
Consider rooms 66 or 68 for cliff-side views.
Book a studio for the best views.
Confirm that your reservation explicitly says apartment if that is the accommodation type you want.
Ask for room 74 or 73B for a refurbished position near the front, with evening sun on the balcony.
Request a top-floor room or rooms 1–8 for some of the best elevated views.
Request rooms numbered 110–200 for sea views, but avoid being too close to the main pool because of nighttime entertainment noise.
Bring earplugs because the rooms have little soundproofing.
Request rooms 57–62 for excellent Mediterranean views.
Request room 213 for a quiet position near the tennis courts and restaurant, away from the children’s pool and nightclub.
Choose bungalow 75 for a partial sea view.
Request rooms 180–185 for a particularly good location.
Avoid rooms with a B after the number; they are smaller and face other rooms.
Ask for an extra pillow.
Bring a hairdryer, as rooms may not have one.
Eat dinner around 7pm to secure a good outside table.
Bring extra snacks and sealable containers to protect food from ants.
Try the burgers at Red Lion pub in Palma.
Book directly with the hotel to simplify responsibility for resolving booking problems.
Consider avoiding June and July if you prefer a quieter or less busy stay.
Contact the hotel before arrival to confirm that your requested room type is reserved.
Book reception excursions such as snorkelling or dune buggy trips.
Travel early or late in the year if you want to avoid peak-season crowds.
Ask about a luxury bungalow with a kitchenette and TV; the reported surcharge was EUR 10 per night.
Wear non-slip footwear around the pools and cliff access.
Avoid the two-storey block behind reception if you prefer not to stay uphill.
Request studio 33 for a corner balcony with sun from morning through sunset.
Request room 117 for a good view and reasonable quiet, though the bungalow may look tired.
Consider rooms 40–60 or the low-ten numbers for a quieter position, and bring earplugs.
Request rooms 117–126 for sea views away from the late entertainment noise.
Consider rooms 1–30, which were reported as among the better locations.
Request room 156 if you want a refurbished bungalow.
Avoid rooms 68, 69, and 70 because they were reported as targets for break-ins.
Request rooms 71 or 72 for excellent views, accepting that the bathrooms are small.
Request room 211 for a quiet location with a balcony.
Request a family room on the south side for a clean, quieter location.
Choose a basic room if location matters most, as these are halfway up the hill beside the restaurant, entertainment hall, and bus stop.
Take the 504 bus to the beach; the stop requires a short uphill walk and the journey takes about 30 minutes.
Rent a moped from AV Street nearby; two days costs about €65.
Ask for late checkout in advance; the reported charge is €50.
Photograph and film your room, furniture, and fixtures on arrival.
Bring mosquito repellent, as it is expensive in the resort shop.
Check the shop’s opening hours; it closes from 2pm to 4pm.
Confirm where to inflate pool items before buying one, as the shop and pool may direct you to each other.
Take the 505 bus rather than the 504.
Use the restaurant entrance when possible to reduce difficulty crossing the resort’s steep terrain.
Pin your bungalow’s location in Apple Maps or Google Maps because the accommodation can look similar after dark.
Bring euros because the hotel does not exchange money and nearby facilities are limited.
Bring extra plastic cups if you need more than one.
Request rooms 60–70 for particularly good views.
Choose an end bungalow for more peace, or a middle bungalow for quicker access to facilities.
Drink bottled water rather than water from the room.
Ask the hotel to confirm your exact room and view before accepting the allocation.
Arrive early at the late bar to secure a seat.
Expect plenty of available sunbeds in September without needing to rush to the pool.
Bring a swimming mask to see fish and sturdy water shoes for the rocky areas.
Choose the bottom pool for entertainment, a pool bar, and snack bars.
Try the furthest pool at the top of the steep hill for the best pool experience.
Use the middle pool for the best sunbeds.
Explore all three pools before choosing your regular spot.
Plan trips outside the resort to experience more of the surrounding area.
Use the front-desk map at check-in to request a specific room number, especially a larger apartment above the pool or a front-facing sea room.
Compare costs before travelling: an airport taxi costs about €35, while the bus costs approximately €4.50.
Print your booking confirmation and bring it with you.
Double-check every booking detail before travelling.
Ask whether school parties are booked during your stay before committing to the hotel.
Check current photos and accommodation details before booking because website images may be outdated.
About Sun Club El Dorado
Sun Club El Dorado is a straightforward, family-focused choice in Tolleric, made for travellers who would rather spend their holiday in the pool, on the courts or joining in with activities than worrying about polished interiors. The atmosphere is lively and informal, with an animation team, kids’ club and plenty of easy-going holiday energy. Rooms are simple, including the superior bungalows, but the appeal is very much the sociable resort setting and, in some spots, sea views.
Set in Tolleric on Majorca, this is a practical base for families and value-conscious guests planning a classic sunshine break. Days can revolve around the middle and lower pools, mini golf, tennis courts and ice cream stops, while the main bar provides a relaxed place to wind down. It is best suited to guests happy with a budget-minded stay and a busy on-site programme rather than a boutique hotel feel.
Guests often describe having a great holiday here, especially when travelling with children. The activity programme and animation team earn frequent appreciation, as do the choice of pools and the generally cheerful bar staff. Food gets mixed comments: salad options are noted, while fussy eaters may find mealtimes less straightforward. The most consistent caveat is that accommodation is basic, so setting expectations accordingly helps guests enjoy what the resort does best.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar / lounge
- Billiards
- Breakfast buffet
- Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
- Convenience store
- Entertainment staff
- Evening entertainment
- Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
- Free breakfast
- Free parking
- Gift shop
- Kids club
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Laundry service
- Mini golf
- Outdoor pool
- Paid wifi
- Parking
- Pool
- Poolside bar
- Restaurant
- Self-serve laundry
- Shops
- Snack bar
- Sun loungers / beach chairs
- Sun terrace
- Sun umbrellas
- Tennis court
- Wifi
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