Elba Sunset Mallorca Thalasso Spa, Palmanova

Book a full sea-view room — the outlook is exceptional and worth paying extra for; standard rooms may face the road.

Expect a steep uphill walk between the hotel and Palmanova or Magaluf; use taxis if mobility or fitness is a concern.

Book a sea-view room — the sunrise, waves and panoramic outlook are worth the extra cost; avoid street-facing rooms.

Do not rush to reserve a sunbed; the pool areas have plenty available throughout the day.

Prepare for a steep uphill walk to the hotel and use taxis if walking is difficult or you have a pushchair.

Walk to Palma Nova or Magaluf for beaches, bars, and restaurants; turn right for the easier walk back from Palma Nova.

Choose a pool-view room instead of a standard room for a more attractive outlook.

Bring a payment card; the hotel is cashless for drinks, while reception accepts cash for tourist tax.

Confirm parking arrangements before driving; availability may be limited, spaces are narrow, and parking was reported at €26 per night.

Reserve restaurant tables, spa treatments and massages early because availability fills quickly.

Buy snacks, lunch, and water at the Spar supermarket across the road because hotel water is charged.

Choose the eighth floor for pool or sea views and a quieter stay.

Book a Bali bed early for a more comfortable poolside experience.

Check the address carefully: the hotel is in Magaluf, near Torrenova, rather than central Palma Nova.

Walk down toward the beach and follow the promenade; the beach is nearby but requires stairs and a short walk.

Book a room with a view if a sea or pool view is unavailable.

Book bed and breakfast rather than full board, and consider all-inclusive because individual drinks are expensive.

Locate the basic gym before you need it, as it can be difficult to find.

Request a room with a balcony, and check the room description carefully because not every room has one.

Take a local bus from the airport or nearby stops, and expect approximately €40 for an airport taxi.

Order taxis early during peak season because pickup can take up to an hour.

Use the hotel’s free bus to Palma instead of Bolt; taxis cost about €8 to Magaluf and €30 to Palma.

Do not rush to reserve a sunbed; pool space was reported to remain available.

Expect the pool to be cold, especially around Easter, rather than reliably heated.

Spend time at the sky pool, especially around sunrise or sunset for the views.

Try the pizza at the Bow and order an iced coffee during your stay.

Allow extra time for taxis, especially when travelling uphill.

Hire a car during the off-season when many local shops are closed.

Collect pool towels from the hotel; no deposit is required.

Leave luggage with the hotel if your room is not ready, then change before exploring.

Book the hotel’s changing or shower facilities as early as possible if you arrive before check-in or leave on a late flight.

Use the Spar outside reception for convenient drinks and supplies, including pool drinks.

Consider a lower floor for some of the best views.

Ask for room 741 for a great view and spacious indoor seating, or room 641 for a terrace.

Request room 202 for a quiet room near Magaluf with panoramic sea views.

Request rooms 307–310 or 407–410 for especially impressive sea views.

Avoid rooms 701–711 if you need a balcony or generous clothing storage.

Visit during the off-season to avoid crowds.

Bring warm clothes for evenings during the cooler season.

Load cash onto your room at reception because the bars do not accept cash directly.

Check your bill carefully before paying.

Ask staff directly for help when you need something.

Use the hotel app to report issues.

Plan ahead for parking because it can be difficult.

Try Finnegans Irish Bar.

Visit Andratx market on Wednesday; it is about 20 minutes away by taxi and costs approximately €23 each way.

Turn right outside the hotel for a quieter route toward the resort area; turn left for a livelier atmosphere.

Allow about 15 minutes to reach bars and restaurants, then plan for the steep walk back.

Bring flip-flops for the pool area.

Inspect the screws on both sides of a sunbed before using it, as some may be loose or bent.

Bring plenty of sunblock because the pool area is a strong sun trap.

Eat breakfast earlier because it becomes busier later in the morning.

Try a Sex on the Beach cocktail.

Allow extra time at the pool restaurant because service can be slow despite good food.

Avoid the dinner buffet.

Eat at the Bow before 10pm because its kitchen closes then, although drinks continue until midnight.

Choose the Bow Restaurant’s £15 three-course offer if you are staying half board.

Expect limited soundproofing and bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper.

Bring shampoo and conditioner because they may not be provided.

Pack lightly because room storage is limited.

Avoid connecting rooms if you are sensitive to noise.

Upgrade to an Artemisa room on the third or fourth level for an exceptional view.

Request a sea-facing room on floor 7.

Expect possible noise in rooms around the pool during summer.

Choose a different destination if you want activities beyond eating, drinking, and sunbathing.

Bring basic Spanish phrases for restaurant service.

Take a COVID test elsewhere to save time and about €15.

Bring an insulated water bottle and fill it with ice and water at breakfast.

Ask reception to arrange tour and restaurant reservations.

Collect pool towels early because they may run out.

Allow about eight minutes to walk downhill to the beach and longer for the uphill return.

Use the top pool for more comfortable sun loungers.

Use the Sky Pool on level 8 for a particularly pleasant pool experience.

Book Marc Fosh in Palma for an expensive but memorable tasting menu.

Use the small spa opposite for drinks if the hotel bar is busy.

Reach the restaurant about an hour before you expect to feel hungry if you want to avoid waiting.

Take bus 104 or 105 to Palma from the stop behind SiSo Beach.

Ask reception to order a taxi when needed; arrivals were reported to be very quick.

Put credit on your room account at check-in to avoid repeated trips to reception.

Plan for check-in from 3 p.m. onward.

Confirm that the hotel has your reservation before arrival.

Book a sea-view room with half-board if the package suits your plans.

Choose rooms beneath the Bow restaurant for excellent views.

Book a suite if you want more space.

Expect thin walls and pack earplugs if you are sensitive to noise.

Bring a tabletop mirror if you need one at the dressing table.

Ask to change rooms immediately if you dislike the one assigned.