JS Palma Plaza, Palma de Mallorca

Head to the rooftop pool early for the best chance of securing a sunbed, as the small area gets busy in the afternoon.

Choose a balcony room early for a pleasant sitting area, but expect higher prices and less luggage space.

Avoid driving unless you arrange parking in advance; street spaces are limited, and Roma garage costs about €2 per hour five minutes away.

Walk into Palma’s centre and old town; it takes about 15–20 minutes and nearby streets offer hidden gems.

Request a high-floor room for city views and a quieter stay away from the busy road.

Try the à la carte breakfast, allowing extra time because everything arrives together; it is worth the wait.

Ask reception for a map and recommendations for the best areas, restaurants, and bars.

Ask reception to arrange taxis when needed; they can be efficient, while Uber may be expensive.

Take the airport bus to or from the hotel; the stop is about a five-minute walk away.

Explore the local bars and restaurants in the surrounding area, especially Santa Catalina.

Take a taxi from the airport for approximately €23–25 and a journey of about 10 minutes.

Walk to nearby restaurants in about 10 minutes and to the port and town in approximately 15 minutes.

Bring earplugs if you need to keep the window open, as the road outside is busy.

Bring a sleep mask if you plan to sleep late.

Check that the air conditioning works before unpacking.

Choose the first floor if you prefer to avoid heights or lifts.

Request room 409 if you want a slightly larger room.

Request a front-facing room for a street view and balcony views of the activity outside.

Try Piano 89 bar, just a few steps from the hotel.

Walk down the opposite road, cross the water, and continue to the square for tapas.

Book the lunch special menu.

Bring extra clothes because Palma can be very hot.

Request the fifth floor, but bring earplugs because the nearby children’s playground can be noisy.

Take a bus to the beach when you want a beach day.

Take bus 4 to Playa de Illetas for a beach day.

Take the local bus into town for €2; it takes three or four stops and departs across the crossroads.

Take advantage of the hotel’s beach towels.

Bring sun protection to the rooftop pool, as parasols may be unavailable.

Use the spa for a relaxing break.

Use the hop-on hop-off bus to explore busy Palma and its daily cruise-ship activity.

Check out the nearby market and restaurants.