Avoid poolside rooms if you sleep early, as outdoor entertainment and pool activity can continue until midnight.
What guests mention
Guests are drawn to Rocamarina for its excellent Cala d’Or position, close to the beach, shops, dining and evening strolls. Half board is widely seen as good value, with a generous buffet selection at breakfast and dinner, and many appreciate the plentiful loungers, attractive gardens and cheerful bar team. Rooms tend to be spacious and clean, though their look can feel dated. Most service is warmly praised, but occasional lapses, noise and costly extras are mentioned. It particularly appeals to repeat visitors and those seeking a relaxed adults-only stay.
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Hotel Rocamarina.
Top tips
Choose a pool- or sea-view room for the best outlook and balcony entertainment, but expect live music and activity until midnight.
Request a garden- or rear-facing room for peace and quiet, away from entertainment; these rooms can also get afternoon sun.
Choose a rear room for quiet and afternoon or evening sun, accepting some road noise and less impressive views.
Request a rear- or garden-facing room for greater quiet and afternoon or early-evening sun; expect occasional road noise.
Request a back or garden-facing room, especially on the second floor, for quiet and late sun; avoid rooms beside the goods-delivery area.
Pay extra for a superior room for better sea or pool views and tea-and-coffee facilities, but expect more entertainment noise.
Choose a superior pool-and-sea-view room for excellent views and included extras, but expect entertainment noise until midnight.
Request an inner-garden room for a quieter, cooler outlook away from poolside entertainment.
Book a Superior room for a sea or pool view, tea and coffee, and extra facilities; choose a garden-facing Superior room for more peace.
Request a garden-, rear-, or side-facing room for the quietest location, especially if you sleep early.
Avoid pool- or entertainment-facing rooms if you sleep early; they offer attractive views and morning sun but can be noisy.
Choose a pool-facing room for the best outlook toward the beach and the option to watch the entertainment.
Choose a rear-facing room for quieter nights and afternoon balcony sun, accepting possible road, shop, or wasteland views.
Request a garden-facing or inward room for the quietest location, with privacy and a cooler evening.
Request a higher-floor room for better views and less entertainment noise, especially when choosing a sea-facing room.
Request an upper-floor room for less noise, better views, and more balcony sunshine.
Request a front or road-facing room for morning sun and quieter evenings, but expect shaded balconies in the afternoon.
Request a front or entrance-side room for quiet and sea glimpses, but expect afternoon shade.
Use the garden or first-floor terrace for more shade, space, and peace when the pool area is busy.
Request a sea-view room for impressive views, but note that some rooms receive afternoon sun from the shopping-centre side.
Request a front or reception-side room for quieter nights, cooler evenings, or morning sun, depending on the exact position.
Use the garden, solarium, or grass area when the poolside loungers are crowded; trees provide shade.
Book a superior room for added amenities and a better outlook, but confirm whether it overlooks the noisy pool and stage.
Avoid superior or pool-view rooms if you need early nights, because they overlook the entertainment area.
Consider a superior or top-floor room only if the outlook matters; standard rooms are otherwise similar, and pool-facing upgrades may be noisy.
Request a second-floor room for greater peace, sunshine, and better views.
Arrive when the pool opens at 9am for the best poolside spots, but do not leave towels unattended for long periods.
Choose a higher or top-floor room for better views, particularly at the front of the hotel.
Wait until after breakfast rather than joining the 9 a.m. rush, as loungers often become available later.
Check current construction before booking, especially before paying extra for a sea view.
Queue around 9 a.m. if securing a poolside lounger is essential during peak season.
Walk to Cala d’Or via the harbour in about 30 minutes, or take a nearby taxi when convenient.
Request a ground-floor room if mobility is limited, preferably near the stairs or lifts.
Bring a travel kettle or request tea-making facilities, particularly for a standard room; booking direct may include them.
Walk through the marina pathway to Cala d’Or centre, allowing roughly 20–30 minutes.
Bring a kettle unless you book a superior room, which may include tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Upgrade to a superior sea-view room if your budget allows, but expect possible entertainment noise.
Choose a first- or second-floor room for a good balance of views and convenience.
Avoid the tourist train if possible; if using it, board at an early stop such as stop 6 because it may fill and leave early.
Ask for a quiet room if noise is a priority.
Choose a ground-floor room for quiet, but avoid south-side rooms 1–33 and sea-facing ground-floor rooms.
State your preferred view and noise level when booking, or email the hotel beforehand to request a suitable room.
Buy beach umbrella and sunbed vouchers at reception for a 25% discount, and arrive early because the small beach fills quickly.
Expect the pool to be cold late in the season, and ask whether it can be heated.
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entertainment area if you want an early night.
Ask for a high-floor room for better cove views, while checking accessibility because upper corridors lack ramps.
Choose a first-floor room for a quiet, spacious, clean stay.
Walk two minutes to the nearby beach, or use the hotel’s beach club across the road with available discounts.
Speak to the maître d’ on your first restaurant visit, then use your allocated table throughout the stay.
Ask for a corner room if you want extra balcony space.
Pay extra for a sea-view room only if the view matters, since sea views are limited and may include entertainment noise.
Ask for a different pillow or a mattress topper if you have neck, back, or spinal problems.
Request a second-floor room for a peaceful position and a good view.
Choose this hotel for a quiet adults-only stay rather than nightlife or extensive daytime activity.
Choose a ground-floor garden or roadside room for exceptional quiet, provided it is away from the entertainment stage.
Check pool accessibility in advance if using a wheelchair, as corridors are ramped but a ramp to the pool is reportedly missing.
Ask for outdoor dinner seating; the indoor restaurant can feel like a canteen.
Try Egos restaurant or beach bar opposite the hotel, but expect €60 per beach bed per day.
Consider half board, as the €22-per-person evening buffet offers good value.
Explore the marina and Cala d’Or town, noting that the nearby beaches are small coves.
Use Wi-Fi in reception or on the ground floor, where coverage is available but may be weak.
Use a taxi to Cala d’Or centre for about €5–€7, or walk roughly 20 minutes.
Get the road-train map from reception before exploring the area.
Avoid room 161 because it is above the stage and can be noisy.
Book early for cheaper rates, especially because returning visitors fill the hotel regularly.
Find bars, shops, and restaurants within a five-minute walk, with the marina around 15 minutes away.
Book a restaurant table and arrive promptly if you want to eat outside.
Pre-book an airport taxi if you want to avoid a coach transfer that can take over an hour.
Skip the 9 a.m. sunbed rush and arrive around 9:30 a.m. instead.
Spend the day at the hotel-owned beach club for a beach, bar, and restaurant option.
Visit Doughtys bar nearby for a child-free, homely pub atmosphere.
Visit the nearby beach early for a good spot; it is small but only about 100 metres away.
Bring a travel iron, teabags, and a multiplug because sockets are limited.
Expect unreliable internet and Wi-Fi, so prepare alternative connectivity if needed.
Request a room near reception if walking is difficult, or farther away if you prefer more distance from the lobby.
Follow the no-reserving policy and avoid leaving towels on unattended loungers.
Use the free parking outside the hotel if arriving by car.
Bring your own travel kettle and tea or coffee, or hire a kettle because rooms do not include one.
Confirm exactly what an upgrade includes before booking, since several superior-room levels may be available.
Try Beatrize restaurant in the nearby resort for its exceptional fish grill.
Walk to Cala d’Or and the marina, both within easy reach of the hotel.
Request room 25 for a quiet garden outlook and afternoon sun.
Request rooms 5, 7, or 9 for a quiet ground-floor garden position.
Request rooms 215, 216, or 217 to stay away from the entertainment, kitchens, and lift.
Request room 002 for a garden outlook.
Avoid room 162 because people sit directly in front of its balcony.
Request superior room 259 for pool-and-sea views and morning sun.
Avoid rooms 230 to 236 because they are near the noisy staff entrance.
Avoid rooms 028 and 027 if road noise would disturb you.
Request room 176 for a particularly quiet stay.
Request room 225 for a particularly quiet location.
Request room 263 for its large balcony and morning sun.
Request room 24 for a quiet side-road position and a large double bed.
Take earplugs if you book a room near the pool or outdoor stage.
Avoid rooms above the restaurant to prevent chair-scraping noise from around 7:30 a.m.
Skip the sea-view supplement if you mainly want scenery, as the cove is some distance away.
Check that a sea view is not blocked by trees before paying a supplement.
Request rooms 1–15, 101–115, or 201–215 for an inside-garden outlook.
Consider rooms 239–241 for afternoon sun overlooking the side road.
Choose room 259 for views over the pool and sea.
Choose room 246 for a corner position facing the roundabout.
Avoid room 227 if possible because it overlooks a supermarket loading bay.
Choose room 226 for afternoon sun.
Request room 214 for a quiet stay.
Request room 128 for evening sun.
Request room 024 for a quiet, west-facing rear position.
Choose rooms 31 or 32 for a lovely balcony, but do not expect much of a view.
Avoid room 101 because it receives no sun.
Avoid room 149 because dining-room noise, a kitchen extractor fan, and a lack of balcony sun can be problems.
Avoid rooms 155–160.
Ask for a ground-floor room if accessibility is important, but note that Superior rooms are on the first floor.
Email the hotel before arrival with your preferred room position, such as a quiet garden side or an afternoon-sunny balcony.
Buy supermarket supplies locally to save money.
Plan evening activities around entertainment beginning at 9:30pm and ending at 11pm.
Treat the staff courteously; they are patient and willing to help.
Ask reception directly whenever you need a problem resolved.
Set up a tab with reception for convenient charging of expenses.
Use street parking near the hotel if you hire a car.
Use the nearby taxi rank for convenient drop-off directly outside the hotel.
Use a card rather than cash on buses for cheaper fares.
Hire a car for exploring, as local buses can be very full and unreliable.
Walk to nearby shops and restaurants, and consider Cala Mondragó for its beaches.
Choose loungers on the left side of the pool for all-day sun.
Relax by the pool in the late afternoon, when it is quieter and there is more room to swim.
Collect pool towels from the hotel rather than bringing your own.
Choose a different tour operator if reliable on-site representative support is important.
Check dining arrangements carefully if you are vegetarian or vegan, as suitable catering may be unavailable.
Visit Bocana at the marina for excellent patatas bravas, but expect higher prices.
Try the white restaurant and bar about eight minutes left of the hotel.
Use the in-room safe and mini-fridge, which are provided.
Bring your own hairdryer, as the room hairdryer may be inadequate.
Email the hotel before arrival with your room preference; they usually reply and help where possible.
Request room 027 for a quiet afternoon sun trap, despite its limited view.
Request room 004 if you need step-free access near reception.
Use the land train or public bus if mobility issues make the walk to Cala d’Or centre difficult.
Ask reception for the taxi phone number, as taxis can be busy and calling directly is easier.
Take the bus to Cala d’Or centre; it takes about 10 minutes and is inexpensive.
Use the hotel map from reception to navigate the local area.
Ask reception for available vouchers, as they may not be offered automatically.
Raise problems assertively with staff instead of remaining overly polite and quiet.
Bring no beach towel, as the hotel provides them.
Book excursions through reception.
Visit the Caves of Drach, the marina, and Cala d’Or town.
Use the local supermarket two minutes away for cheaper drinks.
Check the room tax before arrival.
Check the season dates before booking, as the season ends on 31 October and fewer places open afterward.
Try the Irish bar just left of the hotel entrance for friendly service and live singing.
Choose wine instead of cider or beer for a cheaper drink with dinner.
Avoid arriving for dinner during the final 10 minutes before closing.
Use bottled water if you dislike hard tap water in Cala d’Or.
Use the included room safe and leave your hairdryer at home, as bathrooms provide an adequate one.
Ask about the bathtub if accessibility matters, as some bathrooms lack a simple walk-in shower.
Ask for a pool-facing room for an excellent view over the bay.
Request a room near the lifts if you have mobility issues.
Avoid Rooms 159, 160, and 161 if you want quiet nights and privacy from the sunbathing areas.
Skip the superior sea-view upgrade unless the view matters greatly to you.
Budget €10 per day for sunbeds unless you plan to arrive early.
Request a third-floor, middle-front room among the 25 sea-facing rooms; tea and coffee facilities cost extra.
Request a larger room at the end of the floor.
Avoid room 160.
Consider room 24; although it is near a busy road, the road noise may not be disruptive.
Consider room 108 for quiet, but expect limited views.
Request room 118 for a quiet stay and a double balcony with afternoon sunshine.
Choose rooms 154 through 157 for views over the pool.
Request rooms 153 or 154 for pool and sea views.
Walk to the nearby supermarket, which is only a couple of minutes from the hotel.
Tell the maître d’ where you would like to sit, as they may be able to accommodate your preference.
Ask to change rooms on arrival if the allocated room does not suit you.
Confirm bed type and balcony exposure before booking, as double-bed requests and sunny rooms may not be guaranteed.
Email before arrival with your preferred outlook and sun exposure; the hotel may explain the available options in detail.
Use the carpeted corridors and soft-closing doors to minimize hallway noise.
Request room 139 for afternoon balcony sun and a quieter rear position.
Avoid room 231 if possible, as it overlooks the car park and supermarket back entrance.
Choose room 012 for a shaded ground-floor balcony with morning sun.
Request room 148 for a lovely corner balcony and larger room.
Choose room 144 for a rear position away from hotel entertainment noise.
Avoid room 201 if balcony sunshine matters, as it may remain shaded.
Choose room 74 for a quiet ground-floor position away from the music.
Request room 150, or preferably 149, for a superior pool or sea view.
Request rooms 26, 27, or 28 for a quiet ground-floor stay with a private afternoon balcony.
Choose room 0014 for a peaceful night, although its balcony receives little sun.
Request room 032 for a cool, quiet ground-floor stay during evening entertainment.
Choose room 21 for a lovely, quiet garden outlook.
Request room 178 for morning sun and a shaded balcony in the afternoon.
Request room 243 for sunshine throughout the day away from pool and entertainment noise.
Request rooms 162–180 or 262–280 for quieter front-facing positions.
Choose room 155 if you want a highly rated superior room.
Request room 216 for a very quiet garden outlook.
Request room 215 for a peaceful afternoon suntrap beside the hotel.
Request room 071 for a spacious ground-floor room without road noise.
Request room 223 for a quiet stay with balcony sun from around 2:00pm.
Choose a twin room if you prefer more space, as twin rooms may be larger than doubles.
Choose room 159 if you want to avoid the morning towel rush.
Walk to the white gate at the front of the pool area before the barrier opens to claim a good sun lounger.
Join the afternoon wine tasting with Nat and Rin for an entertaining experience.
Stop at Bambu for a relaxed drink without pressure to order more.
Use the public-area Wi-Fi and request a new access code each week, since bedrooms have no Wi-Fi.
Ask for rooms 18 or 25 only if ramps are not a concern, as ground-floor access may be inconvenient.
Avoid room 246 if road noise bothers you, despite its sunny balcony.
Request rooms 135 or 136 for afternoon sun, while accepting a rear outlook.
Request room 247 for a quiet corner with a sunny balcony facing the main road and restaurants.
Request room 240 for late-afternoon and early-evening balcony sun.
Request room 260 for a pool-and-sea outlook.
Request room 130 for a quiet rear location with plenty of late-afternoon sun.
Request room 028 for a quiet ground-floor garden outlook away from entertainment noise.
Request room 147 for a quiet outlook over a small garden and road.
Request room 253 for a lovely view.
Request room 209 for an especially quiet stay.
Request room 107 for a quiet garden outlook away from entertainment noise.
Request room 72 for a quiet ground-floor location, with morning sun but afternoon shade.
Request rooms 230–249 for sunshine from around midday.
Avoid room 225 if road noise bothers you, although it receives afternoon sun.
Request room 222 for a sunny balcony.
Request room 235 for quiet, but bring something to cool the room because it gets hot in the afternoon.
Request a balcony room rather than a terrace room.
Choose a standard room away from the pool for quiet, but expect not to have a kettle.
About Hotel Rocamarina
Hotel Rocamarina is an adults-only retreat with a calm, old-school Cala d’Or feel: unhurried mornings, leafy garden corners and sea-facing spaces made for lingering. Rooms are generously sized and practical, with air conditioning, a minibar fridge, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, safe and a furnished balcony. The seasonal pool, broad sun terrace and solarium give the hotel an easy-going holiday rhythm, while the buffet restaurant keeps meals straightforward and varied.
Set close to Cala d’Or’s small beach and within easy reach of the resort’s bars and restaurants, it is a particularly handy base for couples who want to walk rather than drive. Es Fortí is nearby, while Cala Mondragó Natural Park, Porto Petro and Vall d’Or Golf are easy outings. There is ample parking around the hotel, and guests can also head across the road to Tenis Restaurant or down to the refurbished Es Pou beach bar for bay views and a relaxed lunch.
Guests often return for the welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff and good-value half-board offering. They especially like the choice at breakfast and dinner, plentiful loungers, well-kept grounds and evening entertainment. Some feel the décor is due an update, and a few mention intermittent noise, building work nearby or uneven service, but the overall impression is of a friendly, peaceful hotel in a very convenient spot.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Adult pool
- Adults only
- Airport transportation
- Baggage storage
- Bar / lounge
- Beach
- Breakfast buffet
- Currency exchange
- Diving
- Dry cleaning
- Entertainment staff
- Evening entertainment
- Free breakfast
- Free internet
- Free parking
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor pool
- Pool
- Pool / beach towels
- Poolside bar
- Public wifi
- Restaurant
- Shared lounge / TV area
- Snack bar
- Special diet menus
- Sun deck
- Sun loungers / beach chairs
- Sun terrace
- Sun umbrellas
- Tennis court offsite
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