Book a front-facing sea or marina-view room on a high floor for spectacular yacht and cathedral views, less traffic noise, and quieter nights.
What guests mention
Guests value the promenade setting, particularly the harbour outlook and easy access to central Palma. Rooms are widely described as clean, comfortable and pleasantly spacious, with balconies and poolside relaxation frequently earning praise. Breakfast is considered substantial, and many visitors find the front-desk team welcoming. The less glowing comments focus on decor and facilities that can feel behind the times, including limited room extras. Service is not consistently polished, and some guests think the rates are high for the overall standard.
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Hotel Palma Bellver Affiliated by Melià.
Top tips
Book a sea or marina-view room on a high floor for the best outlook and less traffic noise; the waterfront road can still be audible.
Request a high-floor sea- or marina-facing room, ideally at the front or on a corner; the views are excellent, while height helps reduce traffic noise.
Pay for a sea, harbour, marina, or waterfront view if the outlook matters; the upgrade is generally considered worthwhile.
Request a non-smoking, front-facing sea or marina room on a high floor—ideally above reception—for harbour and cathedral views.
Request a high-floor room even without a sea view to reduce traffic noise and improve the outlook.
Upgrade to a Premium or Superior sea-view room for more space, a larger balcony, comfortable chairs, and better views.
Choose a side or inland-facing room for greater quiet, but expect less attractive views than from the seafront.
Upgrade to a Premium or Superior room for extras such as a kettle and upgraded bathroom amenities, but verify you receive the correct room type.
Choose a rear or road-set-back room for quieter nights, sacrificing some marina views.
Pay extra for a premium room if you want more space, tea and coffee, and free Wi-Fi alongside a stronger view.
Book or upgrade to a premium sea-view room for a superior room and spectacular marina views.
Choose the highest floor available for better views and less traffic noise.
Claim a sun lounger before breakfast; the small pool has limited capacity, and chairs may be informally reserved despite posted rules.
Avoid rear rooms if you want a view; they overlook streets or alleys, although some receive late-summer sun.
Choose a superior or premium room for more space, a larger bed, and recently modernised furnishings.
Choose a side sea-view room for less road noise, but confirm it has a full view, adequate balcony space, and your preferred sunlight.
Choose a rear or city-facing room for quieter sleep, accepting less of a marina view and possible noise through the air vents.
Request a front-facing room for unrestricted marina views, while expecting more daytime traffic noise.
Request a room with cathedral views, especially on the east side or overlooking the harbour for illuminated night views.
Choose a non-sea-view room if you prioritize lower cost and quieter nights; side-facing rooms may hear traffic from the six-lane road.
Cross the road to walk along the promenade, but check whether the ongoing roadworks are finished before booking.
Expect a small pool with limited afternoon sunshine, making it less suitable for young children or relaxing pool days.
Choose a side or castle-facing room for more afternoon and evening balcony sunshine.
Avoid rooms near the elevators, including possible room numbers 12, 14, and 15 on each floor.
Bring water and drinks from the nearby supermarket instead of relying on the expensive minibar or nearby stores.
Bring earplugs for traffic and nighttime noise, especially if you plan to sleep with the balcony door open.
Book bed and breakfast rather than half board, and dine at Hard Rock instead of relying on the hotel restaurant.
Avoid rooms beside the steps, lift lobby, or neighboring building if you want a better outlook and less disturbance.
Confirm your sea-view request before arrival because it may not be honored without paying a supplement.
Choose breakfast for meats, cheeses, fruit, bread, and pastries, but expect limited cooked food and a €18 price.
Bring earplugs or keep the double glazing closed at night if you are sensitive to road noise.
Pre-cool the room with the air conditioning for 10–15 minutes, then switch it off; it may otherwise blow warm air.
Request a room ending in 07 for a large corner balcony facing the cathedral and sea.
Use the secure public parking beside the hotel, but allow extra time because parking can be difficult.
Take a taxi directly from Palma airport rather than booking a hotel transfer, and ask the driver to stop outside the entrance.
Request a corner room ending in 07 for larger rooms and strong views, though it may be breezy and receive less sun.
Choose a high-floor rear room for rooftop views, evening sun, and a quieter stay; choose the front instead if the marina view matters more.
Check room details carefully before arrival because the assigned room may differ from the booking or website photos.
Walk about 30 minutes to Palma city centre, or use nearby public transport; restaurants and shops are close to the hotel.
Check the heating and room condition before settling in or paying for an upgrade.
Request English-language television channels if you want to relax in the room.
Request a shower instead of a bathtub when booking.
Pack lightly because room storage is limited.
Choose rooms 05–07 for the best views and all-day balcony sunshine; room 1306 may be noisier.
Request rooms 1425 or 1431 for excellent views, but expect some road noise.
Request room 1305 for its large balcony and sunshine for most of the day.
Take extra care on balconies with children because the balcony wall is low.
Keep pajamas and personal clothing out of reach when room service visits.
Buy your own bottled water rather than relying on hotel supplies.
Walk along the seafront into the city; the hotel is conveniently positioned for the route.
Hire a bike next door and follow the coastal bike lane.
Avoid prepaying the €19 breakfast; check for check-in promotions offering it for €11.
Use the complimentary in-room safe.
Be aware that the fifth floor is designated for smoking.
Request a double bed rather than two singles pushed together.
Request a sunny balcony instead of paying extra for a sea view if outdoor sunlight matters more.
Request room 511 for a side position away from the busiest main road.
Ask about rooms ending in 3, 4, or 5 for the building’s widest views.
Request room 1305 for an excellent 180-degree view.
Request room 905 for stunning views.
Choose room 720 for a back-street view and larger balcony.
Consider room 705 for a pleasant stay.
Request room 825 for sea and Cathedral views.
Request room 114 for side-facing city, Cathedral, and port views.
Request room 1214 for marina and Cathedral views.
Avoid rooms near the lifts.
Consider a lower-floor room if newer refurbishment matters more than height and views.
Request a refurbished top-floor room if modern furnishings are important.
Bring a hard drive to watch English films through the smart TV inputs.
Check the status of exterior building work before booking if construction noise or access disruptions would bother you.
Buy an all-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket to explore Palma.
Dine at nearby restaurants rather than booking the hotel dinner.
Try the bakery and ice-cream shop a few doors from the hotel.
Check the room key-card expiry before heading out, as one card expired prematurely.
Find the air-conditioning controls on the headboard rather than searching the room for a separate panel.
Avoid room 414.
Ask for room 1007 for broad bay views from the front balcony and a cathedral view from the room.
Consider room 912 for a good sea view without paying extra and a quiet night.
Request room 720 at the back if roadworks are underway at the front.
Avoid rooms overlooking the steps.
Ask for a high-floor room with a large bathroom.
Request the 13th floor for a particularly quiet room.
Consider a superior room on the 14th floor, where three lifts are available.
Ask about the outlook of Paseo-facing rooms, as some may overlook the adjacent hotel.
Upgrade to a Premier Vista room for a larger balcony with sunbeds, a table and chairs.
Book directly with the hotel and compare rates, as direct prices may beat major travel agencies.
Get an MAS card through the Solmelia website before arrival to receive discounts on room upgrades.
Check premium or superior upgrade pricing: supplements may cost €20 or €30 nightly, while standard rooms face adjacent apartments.
Request a refurbished room with modern furniture and hard flooring instead of carpet.
Bring binoculars for watching boats from a marina-view room.
Explore the city on foot, then drive around Mallorca to see more of the island.
Avoid the hotel parking spaces at €12 per night and look for free overnight street parking nearby.
Compare the car-hire dealerships located just down the block.
Arrange the hotel’s airport pickup when booking.
Take a taxi to Club Nautica Blue near Portas Puerto; it is about five minutes away.
Try Trattoria & Pizzeria near Club Nautica Blue for reasonably priced fish and a wide selection.
Use the pool in the morning or early afternoon, when it receives the most sun.
Use the complimentary pool beach towels unless you plan to visit a beach or take a boat trip.
Ask about late checkout until 6 p.m., reportedly available for €30.
Skip the paid front room unless the trip is special, since it can be noisy from traffic.
Confirm that a requested double room has a genuine double bed.
Ask to inspect your room before accepting it, especially in early or late season, when changing rooms may be possible.
Join the free Meliá card program and ask about complimentary upgrades.
Ask for a sea-view upgrade after arrival, as it may cost less than booking one in advance.
Ask for a nonsmoking room and check it before settling in.
Avoid room 419 if you want privacy or quiet in the bathroom.
Consider a triple room for extra space and an excellent-value double extra bed.
Choose a rear room for mountain views if you value quiet over sea views.
Avoid lower-floor side rooms because nearby stairs can be noisy at night.
Avoid rooms ending in 25, such as 125 or 225, because they may smell unpleasant.
Avoid room 309 if you are sensitive to road noise or late-night passersby.
Choose a corner room on the left side of the building for a quieter stay.
Request deluxe sea-view room 1304 for a particularly good option.
Consider room 909 for strong views away from the road.
Consider room 425 for a sea-view option.
Request room 1106 for a particularly nice sea view, unless heights are a concern.
Walk to a beach from the hotel; the distance is manageable.
Request late checkout when you make the booking.
Use the online reservation notes to specify room preferences and join the rewards programme for potential deals.
Reserve summer stays as early as possible because prices rise and rooms can sell out around two weeks before arrival.
Choose a family room with a pool-facing balcony for extra space, but check that the air-conditioning works in both rooms.
Ask whether rooms 05, 06, or 07 are available for a preferred room position.
Ask for Room 607 for a high-floor corner position overlooking the cathedral and marina.
Request Room 1026 if available.
Ask for an iron and ironing board, then keep them in the room so housekeeping does not remove them.
Bring a kettle if you want an early-morning drink before breakfast.
Book a superior room with breakfast included to avoid the €36 charge for one morning’s breakfast.
Check the exact room and view before paying because rooms vary considerably within the same price range.
About Hotel Palma Bellver Affiliated by Melià
Hotel Palma Bellver Affiliated by Melià is a waterfront base with Palma’s harbour and cathedral as its daily backdrop. Bright rooms open onto terraces, with the best-facing options made for slow breakfasts or watching the light change over the bay. The overall feel is relaxed and urban rather than resort-like, with an outdoor pool, sun deck and generous morning buffet adding welcome holiday ease.
Set on Palma’s promenade, the hotel puts the marina, restaurants and evening action close at hand, while the old town is within easy reach for sightseeing. It works especially well for a short city-and-sea escape, whether you are planning to explore the capital or simply want a balcony and pool between outings. There are event spaces for business travellers, and on-site parking is available for an extra charge, though drivers need to arrange entry instructions with the hotel beforehand.
Guests often single out the roomy, well-kept bedrooms, broad balconies and appealing pool terrace, where sun loungers are usually easy to find. Many also appreciate the helpful reception team and the plentiful breakfast. Some feel the interiors and in-room features could use an update, however, and service can be uneven. It is a strong choice for the view and address, though not everyone finds the price fully matches the finish.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Banquet room
- Bar / lounge
- Breakfast available
- Breakfast buffet
- Business Center with Internet Access
- Concierge
- Conference facilities
- Dry cleaning
- Fitness / spa locker rooms
- Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
- Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Ironing service
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Laundry service
- Meeting rooms
- Non-smoking hotel
- Outdoor pool
- Paid private parking on-site
- Parking
- Pool
- Pool / beach towels
- Pool with view
- Poolside bar
- Restaurant
- Shared lounge / TV area
- Snack bar
- Sun deck
- Sun terrace
- Sun umbrellas
- Taxi service
- Wifi
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