Hotel Ankaa, Porto Cristo

Do not book if reliable air conditioning is essential; cooling may be weak.

Book a harbour or sea-view room; seventh-floor harbour rooms have good views, and sea views offer excellent value.

Allow extra time for the hilly, stepped walk to restaurants and other areas.

Bring mosquito spray and use it consistently.

Use the local buses to explore nearby resorts; they are inexpensive, and the stop is about four minutes away.

Plan excursions beyond the immediate area, as there is relatively little to do nearby.

Visit the Caves of Drach; online tickets cost €18.50, and the compound has a market, shops, and a public-bus stop.

Pay for the hotel breakfast, which is substantial and sets you up for the day.

Use plenty of suncream on the rooftop pool and bathing area, which becomes extremely hot quickly.

Expect a very warm pool that may not cool you down on hot days.

Use the rear parking area, but expect limited availability with only about 11 spaces at the front.

Expect simple rooms and bathrooms rather than luxury finishes.

Take a taxi to Cala Millor for about €17 when you want a change of scenery.

Reach the waterfront via the steps beside Majorca Pearl shop or the short, steady walk down the road.

Walk about five minutes to reach the port.

Choose this hotel if an adults-only setting suits your trip.

Book half board if you want convenience; it offers good value alongside a sea-view room.

Stick to beer and wine, as other drinks are overpriced.

Grab breakfast and snacks at the Caves of Drach visitor center.

Skip the dinner buffet and eat downtown instead.

Use the tiny lifts one at a time with luggage, as they fit only two people with cases.

Bring an iron or steamer and spare toiletries, as irons, soap, and cotton buds may not be provided.

Check the air-conditioning control high on the wall near the door, and look inside the wardrobe for extra sockets.

Pack earplugs if early-morning scooter or motorhome noise might disturb your sleep.

Expect a firm mattress.

Keep the curtains closed while away to help keep the room cool.

Expect towel changes every three days.

Check room cleanliness immediately and request a change if necessary.

Ask for the free pool towels.

Ride the little train around the area; tickets cost €5.

Consider hiring a car to explore the surrounding area.

Take a bus to Cala Millor for an inexpensive outing.