Hostal Atlanta, El Arenal

Request a balcony room for extra space and a more comfortable stay.

Ask Olly for booking help and local advice.

Request a backyard-facing room for better sleep.

Shop at the local tourist shops rather than in Palma for cheaper prices.

Take the local bus to Palma for a day trip and visit the cathedral.

Book the five-bed en-suite room for its large balcony.

Visit the beaches that take longer to reach for a better outing.

For groups of four or more, request a second-floor front room with a large terrace.

Request room 312.

Choose a two-bed room with an en-suite bathroom.

Avoid road-facing rooms if you sleep with the windows open because traffic noise can be disruptive.

Request the third-floor three-bed room for its fridge, sink, microwave, kettle, and balcony.

Ask to see the room before committing to your stay.

Check the sheets when you check in.

Allow an extra five to ten minutes to walk from parking, since spaces near the hostal are difficult to find.

Choose the largest bedroom if you want the best view and a large balcony.

Request a room near reception for the strongest Wi-Fi signal.

Request room 202 for a private suite on the quiet side, opposite the bathroom.

Choose a ground-floor room for a better shower.

Choose an upper-floor room for quietness.

Request a second-floor room, especially the five-person room, for a large balcony.

Choose a street-facing balcony room for a small ocean view.

Request the second-floor balcony for an especially enjoyable outdoor space.

Request a street-facing room with large windows for the outlook.

Choose a triple room with an en-suite bathroom and balcony.

Request a room on the south side for a quieter stay.

Book a private room with an en-suite bathroom.

Leave your towels at home; you do not need to bring them.

Take the £5 bus from the airport to the hostal.

Use the supermarket two minutes up the road to save money compared with the local Spar shops.

Avoid engaging with the hostal’s cat if you want to prevent tension with reception.

Carry change for the local buses.

Book Hostal Atlanta early because good value means it sells out quickly.

Take a taxi at night; it is quicker, and the small price difference is worthwhile for two people.