Choose a pool-view room for sunshine, attractive views, and entertainment-stage visibility, but avoid it in summer if you want quiet evenings.
What guests mention
Guests tend to rate Duva highly for its immaculate apartments and facilities, generous room sizes and the amount available on site, from pools and spa facilities to tennis and bike-focused extras. Staff are widely seen as friendly and attentive, and families and cyclists particularly enjoy the relaxed setting near the mountains. The atmosphere around the pool can be sociable and lively rather than hushed. Its position suits exploring the wider area, but the walk into Puerto Pollensa and its main attractions feels too long for some visitors.
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Aparthotel Duva & Spa.
Top tips
Request a rear or mountain-facing room, away from the pool and stage, for quieter surroundings and views over gardens, ponds, fields, or the Tramuntana mountains.
Request a room away from the main pool and entertainment area for quieter evenings; garden, tennis-court, mountain, or rear-facing rooms work well.
Request a mountain-facing room for lovely views, afternoon or evening sun, and a quieter position away from the pool entertainment.
Choose a ground-floor apartment for easy access, bike storage, more outdoor space, or private sunbeds, but expect less privacy near the pool.
Use any pool without reserving a sunbed early; plenty are usually available, though the main pool gets busier in the afternoon.
Choose a ground-floor room for direct garden access, nearby facilities, and terrace sunbeds; it suits families wanting outdoor space.
Allow 15–20 minutes to walk to the seafront or town, with a pleasant route through Gotmar or the back lanes.
Check the beach shuttle timetable at reception; services are limited to daytime windows and may require tickets.
Ask for a higher-floor room for more privacy, better views, and less noise, unless it overlooks the main pool.
Use the hotel as a cycling base, especially for the Cap Formentor route.
Request a pool-view room for attractive outlooks and afternoon sun, although it may cost extra.
Use the nearby street parking, but expect tighter availability during peak season and after work when sports facilities become busy.
Upgrade to a two-bedroom apartment for extra space, a larger living and kitchen area, and a balcony; apartments across from reception are a good option.
Request a pool-view room for the outlook, but expect noise from evening entertainment around the pool.
Request a room overlooking the tennis courts for a quiet setting and mountain views.
Email the hotel after booking with your preferred view, floor, building, or quiet-room request.
Bring €10 cash for a refundable pool-towel deposit, or bring your own towel.
Bring mosquito repellent, particularly in summer and October, because the gardens and ponds attract mosquitoes.
Choose a top or high-floor room for more sun and better views, especially when facing the mountains or tennis courts.
Book a superior or premium apartment for more space and better value, with particularly attractive verandah views.
Take the bus outside the hotel to Pollensa old town; the stop is nearby and the journey is convenient.
Request Block C for a quieter garden position near the facilities, but expect morning rather than evening sun.
Choose an upper-floor room to reduce mosquitoes and midges, particularly if you prefer a quieter, less exposed position.
Choose one of the three pools if you are not a confident swimmer, as the main pool is deep while the others have shallow ends.
Ride to Cap Formentor early; traffic is heavy before the road closes to cars from June 1 to September 30.
Request a ground-floor apartment for direct pool access, a veranda, and fewer stairs.
Choose Block C for a quieter room with mountain views, accepting some road noise.
Flag down a taxi on the main road rather than relying on the taxi rank, especially during busy periods.
Use the indoor pool, spa, or sauna, but check weekend spa opening hours before planning your visit.
Book Giravolta, the hotel-owned restaurant on site.
Visit the small supermarket by the roundabout for forgotten essentials; it is about 100 metres away.
Pack a washing line and pegs, and use a west-facing balcony to dry clothes in the evening sun.
Choose the newer blocks or the blocks across from reception for more upmarket accommodation.
Check out by 11:00am and settle applicable taxes on arrival.
Bring flip-flops and a swimming cap for the spa and indoor pool, as both are mandatory.
Consider paying extra for a Premium Apartment.
Hire bikes from Ultimate Bike Hire in the hotel basement for equipment, maintenance, storage, and cleaning.
Choose Block B for summer sunshine and quieter nights away from the pool area.
Choose half board if you want set meal coverage; dinner runs from 7:00–9:30pm and breakfast from 7:30–10:00am.
Compare meal plans carefully, as all-inclusive and B&B upgrades were considered good value.
Buy large bottles of water at the supermarket across the road.
Choose a closer hotel if beach access is your priority, as the seafront is about 15–20 minutes away.
Choose all-inclusive only if needed; it may include a free beach bus, while the apartments suit self-catering lunches.
Avoid ground-floor rooms if privacy, mosquitoes, or child safety are concerns; some terraces overlook a walled drop.
Request garden apartment 1406 if available.
Request room 1316 for afternoon sun and a quiet balcony away from the main pool and entertainment.
Request rooms 1606–1609 for a top-floor position with a pool view.
Request apartment 2001 if you want the standout three-bedroom option in the complex.
Request room 1303 for a view over the pool and bar area.
Request room 2018 for morning sun and a pleasant evening balcony overlooking the snooker, table-tennis, and bar area.
Avoid Block B if sunny-balcony breakfasts are important.
Use the cash machine at Pollensa Park Hotel and Spa, about 800 metres away, following the beach signs.
Shop at the nearby Eroski supermarket.
Walk about 15 minutes to the beach and ask staff for directions.
Bring mosquito spray.
Verify that your reservation matches the room and arrangements booked.
Check the sleeping arrangements carefully when booking a one-bedroom apartment, as the lounge bed is suitable only for a small child.
Consider a superior or premium room for an upgraded stay.
Ask for a room near reception if reliable Wi-Fi is important.
Ask for an east- or south-facing room to maximise sunshine.
Request a ground-floor apartment in Block B beside the lily ponds if you have young children.
Stay in the main hotel rather than the separate Habitat blocks.
Consider Blocks D and E for some of the best rooms.
Consider rooms 1605 through 1601.
Request room 1606 for a pool-facing view away from the bar and stage.
Book room 1315 for tennis-court views with mountains in the background.
Book directly with the hotel if you want the best chance of securing a preferred rate or room.
Bring plastic pegs to dry cycling clothes overnight on the balcony or over the bath.
Check the children’s entertainment programme if you are travelling with children.
Bring sturdy footwear for the walk to Cala San Vicenç.
Leave the track pump at home, as the hotel bike facilities provide suitable support.
Arrange cycle hire before arrival and note that the hotel service accepts PayPal only; Bike Experience Mallorca is an alternative.
Book cycling trips for late April–May or late September–early October for better conditions.
Use the supermarket down the road for cheaper shopping; it is about 10 minutes from town.
Try the Golden Lion nearby for chicken dinners.
Visit The White Rose next to Spar to watch football.
Try the on-site pizzeria for a convenient meal.
Try the pool across the road at the Premium Apartments for an alternative swimming area.
Request a travel cot directly from the hotel before arrival.
Choose a top-floor apartment to avoid overhead noise.
Choose Block C for ground-floor access and distance from the main pool.
Request a room overlooking the pond for a quieter outlook.
Choose a room overlooking the tennis courts for a quieter location.
Avoid rooms above the bar and request one at either side of the building instead.
Visit the central square for people-watching, bars, and a pleasant atmosphere.
Walk left from the apartments, then take the first right for a pleasant route into town.
Use Jet2 transfers if available; the hotel is first drop-off on arrival and last pick-up on departure.
Take bus 322 to Pollensa Port; the journey takes about 10 minutes.
Check that the air conditioning works before accepting your room.
Buy essentials at the small food shop across the main road.
Bring flip-flops and a swimming hat for pool and spa use.
Use the other pools if you want a quieter alternative to the main pool.
Rent hotel beach towels for €1 for the duration of your stay.
Check spa, sauna, and indoor-pool availability before booking, as these facilities may be closed.
Hire a bicycle from Pro Cycles for good-value, quality bikes.
Take a taxi to Puerto Pollensa, or hire a car if you plan to explore beyond the hotel.
Take the beach bus rather than walking when heading to the beach.
Consider half board because few restaurants and shops are within easy walking distance.
Arrange around Sundays if you need room service, as it was not included then.
Expect self-catering apartments to provide a microwave and hob but no oven.
Check upgraded apartments across the road if more than two people are sharing, as extra beds may be uncomfortable.
Avoid room 1906 if you want distance from the main entertainment and pool.
About Aparthotel Duva & Spa
Set at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains, Aparthotel Duva & Spa feels like a relaxed, modern base with more going on than its quiet setting first suggests. Apartments are designed for easy stays, with kitchen equipment and two flat-screen TVs, while the pool bar, buffet restaurant and Italian restaurant Giravolta give guests plenty of options without leaving the grounds.
It sits around two kilometres from the centre of Port de Pollença, placing it well for cyclists heading into the mountains and families who prefer space over a central address. There are indoor and outdoor swimming options, a spa, gym, tennis and padel courts across the road, plus free Wi-Fi and parking. Self-catering guests will appreciate the nearby Eroski supermarket, and bike storage is a useful extra for riding holidays.
Guests regularly highlight the very clean apartments and shared areas, along with welcoming, helpful reception staff. Many feel the roomy accommodation and broad range of facilities represent good value, especially for family breaks. The pool and communal spaces can have a cheerful, energetic feel, though those wanting to stroll straight into the harbour may find the distance to town less convenient.
Facilities
- 24-hour check-in
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Aerobics
- Airport transportation
- Baggage storage
- Bar / lounge
- Bicycle rental
- Bicycle tours
- Billiards
- Breakfast available
- Breakfast buffet
- Business Center with Internet Access
- Canoeing offsite
- Car hire
- Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
- Children's playground
- Children's television networks
- Clothes dryer
- Coffee shop
- Complimentary Instant Coffee
- Complimentary tea
- Complimentary welcome drink
- Conference facilities
- Dry cleaning
- Entertainment staff
- Evening entertainment
- Executive lounge access
- Fence around pool
- First aid kit
- Fitness / spa locker rooms
- Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
- Fitness classes
- Free parking
- Free shuttle or taxi services
- Free wifi in the business center
- Full body massage
- Heated pool
- Highchairs available
- Hiking
- Indoor pool
- Ironing service
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids club
- Kids pool
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Laundry service
- Massage
- Meeting rooms
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor pool
- Patio
- Plunge pool
- Pool
- Poolside bar
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Self-serve laundry
- Shallow end in pool
- Shuttle bus service
- Snack bar
- Spa
- Steam room
- Street parking
- Sun deck
- Sun loungers / beach chairs
- Sun terrace
- Sun umbrellas
- Table tennis
- Taxi service
- Tennis court
- Tennis court offsite
- Vending machine
- Walking tours
- Wifi
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