Iberostar Waves Bahia De Palma, Playa de Palma

Request a sea-view room on floor 3 or above; floors 5–7 generally provide the best views and sunsets.

Take the bus from outside the hotel to Palma; it takes about 20 minutes and costs approximately €2.

Choose a first-floor room for a balcony or grassy terrace with sun loungers and, in some rooms, a jacuzzi.

Choose half board for good value, and do not assume all-inclusive includes unlimited drinks, snacks, or included lunch.

Compare beach-bed prices before settling down: white beds cost €60, while beds farther along the beach cost about €20.

Avoid standard rooms if you need space, as they can feel cramped.

Choose a junior suite or suite if your budget allows, as these provide more space and may include roof-terrace access.

Arrive early for a sun lounger, as the pool fills quickly and beds can be scarce.

Bring a light jacket, jeans, and trainers for cool or unsettled spring weather.

Book a premium terrace room for extra comfort, but expect little direct sun before 1pm.

Use the rooftop pool and lounge area for a quieter atmosphere; it may also be warmer than the main pool in spring.

Expect to use buses or taxis because the hotel is 20–30 minutes from Palma’s nightlife and restaurants.

Stay here for direct beach access and convenient transport to nearby resorts and Palma.

Request a room on the left side of the building when facing the bay for a better balcony view.

Book a rooftop Bali bed for the day, reportedly costing €25 and offering quick beach access.

Walk left along the seafront to Ginger Beach, a recommended nearby bar.

Visit Palma Cathedral when exploring Palma; it is particularly impressive.

Walk along the promenade, which can easily be covered in a morning.

Expect a taxi to Palma airport to cost up to €20, with the bus available as a cheaper alternative.

Use the little train along the beachfront promenade as an alternative to expensive taxis.

Hire a bike to explore the area; rentals were available to the left of the hotel for €8 per day.

If a bus displays “completo,” let it pass because it is full and another one will follow.

Take bus 25 to Palma from the stop on the right side of the hotel, as buses can be busy.

Take the A2 bus to and from the airport and pay by card, saving up to €40 compared with a taxi.

Wait until after 10am to use pool beds without towels being placed on them.

Check accessibility arrangements in advance if you use a wheelchair, as some hotel areas are not fully accessible.

Avoid engaging with street sellers offering drugs around the seafront.

Stay alert for pickpockets when walking away from the hotel.

Use a card or open a hotel account, as cash is not accepted at the hotel.

Bring a reusable water bottle, as each floor has a water dispenser.

Bring a kettle if you enjoy an early-morning hot drink.

Budget €20 per day for hotel parking, as it is not free.

Contact the hotel before arrival with specific requests, as staff may be able to arrange them.

Book a spa treatment, particularly a massage with Paula.

Visit the Sky Bar for sea views and vistas over the surrounding area.

Choose the extensive breakfast for a wide selection of food.

Try the coconut drink from the bar.

Expect some noise from the nearby karaoke bar.

Avoid rooms 124–133 if balcony privacy matters, as a nearby hotel bar can overlook them during summer.

Be prepared for thin walls and possible noise from neighboring rooms.

Expect a frosted-glass shower screen rather than a fully opaque partition.

Consider room 431 for a sea-facing priority view, although the room itself is small.

Consider room 715 for afternoon and evening sun beneath the rooftop pool.

Ask about room 721 for a high-floor view.

Book a superior room for more space than a standard room.

Ask for one of the first-numbered rooms on each floor, such as 301, 401, or 501, for slightly more space.

Choose a west-facing room for lovely sunset views.