Be Live Adults Only La Cala Boutique, Cala Major

Request a sea-view room — the outlook is worth the extra cost, although live music may be audible in the evenings.

Book a sea-view balcony room; avoid paying extra for a balcony without a sea view.

Choose a higher or top-floor room for better views and quieter nights.

Choose a second-floor sea-view room for a pleasant outlook; rooms on the first floor may have trees blocking the view.

Request a third-floor sea-view room for an especially impressive view over the bay.

Book a superior sea-view room for an outstanding beach and bay panorama.

Avoid back-facing rooms because the outlook is unappealing and they may be noisy enough to disrupt sleep.

Request room 2311 for its excellent third-floor view.

Ask about additional drawers or cupboard space because storage may be limited.

Keep the air conditioning moderate because it can be noisy and becomes very cold when set too high.

Avoid first-floor rooms if possible because trees can obstruct the view.

Choose a fourth-floor room for excellent views.

Choose a sea-view junior suite if you want extra space and the best outlook.

Book the à la carte Masai Restaurant for lunch or dinner.

Choose bed and breakfast rather than half or full board because several good restaurants are nearby.

Confirm the bed configuration before arrival because a booked king bed may consist of twin beds pushed together.

If travelling alone, upgrade to a double room with a sea view.

If travelling alone, book a double room for single occupancy rather than a smaller room.

Avoid rooms above the restaurant because evening dining and conversation can continue past 12:30 a.m.

Choose a corner room for more space and natural light.

Ask for rooms 416, 417, or 418 for good views and Sky and BBC channels.

Request room 2118 for a first-floor sea view.

Avoid room 2219, and request room 2215 instead for a balcony, sea view, and less noise.

Request room 2418 for its amazing view.

Request room 2417 for a very good sea view and balcony.

Request room 2314 for a pleasant stay.

Request room 2316 for a sea view.

Allow about 12 minutes and €30 for the airport transfer.

Do not rush to reserve a sunbed in the morning because there is usually plenty of room.

Claim a sunbed early because towels may remain unattended and the beds can be worn or break easily.

Try the English-owned bar outside for inexpensive food, drinks, and an English fry.

Avoid the restaurant beneath the hotel by the beach.