BQ Apolo Hotel, Can Pastilla

Request a higher-floor sea-view room, preferably on the Bay of Palma side; the balcony sunsets and views are worth the surcharge, though aircraft noise is possible.

Request and, if necessary, pay extra for a high-floor sea-view room facing Palma; enjoy bay views, planes, and afternoon-to-sunset balcony sun.

Request a pool-view room for all-day balcony sun and attractive views, but choose another aspect if you want more privacy.

Choose a street-facing room for morning sun and less aircraft noise, but avoid it if road noise would disturb your sleep.

Consider the airport flight path when booking, as aircraft noise can be noticeable; the airport is roughly 5–10 minutes away by taxi.

Bring a small kettle and your own tea or coffee supplies because rooms do not provide them.

Bring earplugs if you are sensitive to noise from thin walls, nearby aircraft, or noisy air conditioning.

Request room 616 for an exceptional high-floor sea view.

Avoid the ground floor because the rooms have little or no view.

Use the indoor pool in winter and the outdoor pool during warmer months.

Take the tourist train through the resort to L’Arenal; it runs about every 30 minutes and costs €4 per person.

Request an end room for bathroom windows and a room at the end of the corridor away from stairs.

Request room 208 for an excellent sea view.

Ask for room 418 for good views, plenty of sun, and only one adjacent room.

Request room 511 for a comfortable stay.

Request rooms 614 to 618 for some of the best views.

Ask for room 612 if you want a particularly spacious high-floor room.

Request room 411 for a compact room overlooking Palma Bay.

Ask for room 510 for a lovely view.

Request room 111 for a great sea view.

Ask for room 314 for a lovely sea view.

Choose a corner room for more space and a better outlook.

Request a room next to the lift shaft if you want a more private balcony.

Expect the sea-view area to have limited outlook in places because another hotel may stand in front.

Ask politely rather than demanding when requesting a particular room or view.

Leave a card in the electricity slot while out so the room stays cool when you return.

Choose this hotel for quick airport access and to avoid a long coach transfer.

Book room-only and eat out; pay extra for a quiet sea-view room if that matters to you.

Ask for a good view and, if available, a larger bathroom when booking.

Avoid street-facing rooms if you want a sea view.

Avoid a front-facing room if you prefer not to stay at the hotel’s front.

Request room 605 for views of planes taking off, Palma across the bay, and the sea.

Request room 203 for two balconies.

Ask for an end room ending in 6, such as room 316, for extra balcony space.

Request room 315 for wonderful sea views and afternoon sun on the balcony.

Choose a ground-floor room for quiet, but expect little or no view.

Request room 211 for an especially good view.

Request room 505 for a great sea view at the end of the corridor.

Choose a south-side room for a quieter stay near the airport.

Avoid room 608 if you are concerned about balcony safety, as its rail is quite low.

Request room 209 for a good beach view.

Avoid room 622 if you need a spacious bathroom; its shower and toilet entrance is very narrow.

Expect compact but comfortable rooms with modern fittings, and confirm whether the bed configuration uses two singles pushed together.

Choose a pool-facing room on floors 3 through 6 for all-day sun and an outstanding view.

Choose a room numbered 01 to 18 on a higher floor for a fantastic sea view.

Take the regular local bus from the airport to the top of the road, or use a taxi costing about €14.

Take bus 35 to Palma Cathedral for €2 instead of walking the 12 kilometres.

Hire a bike to reach Palma; the hotel’s city bikes include baskets, lights, and locks.

Use the hotel’s provided swimming towels instead of bringing your own.

Check whether seasonal entertainment is available at the hotel.

Visit the aquarium, approximately 25 minutes away on foot.

Walk to the nearby beach, which is very close to the hotel.

Head to the nearby square for two tapas bars and complimentary tapas at the hotel opposite.

Book half board for a more relaxed holiday.

Try the hotel bar’s sangria.

Ask about additional Muslim-friendly breakfast options.

Avoid arriving for breakfast around 9am if you prefer a quieter dining period.

Reserve hotel parking when booking a hire car.

Email the hotel in advance to request a sea-view room and confirm parking availability.

Expect higher rooms to be hotter.

Skip the sea-view surcharge if the price is high, as the views may not justify the extra cost.