Ikos Porto Petro, Porto Petro

Reserve dinner restaurants well before arrival through the Ikos app, especially for 6:30–7:30pm slots; breakfast and lunch generally do not require reservations.

Download the IKOS app and reserve restaurants before arrival; book the remaining tables, including the beach club, as soon as you arrive.

Book a Tesla before arrival, especially if you want a particular day.

Compare deluxe categories carefully; deluxe rooms and suites can offer better locations, while some deluxe areas may be noisy.

Book the complimentary Tesla well before arrival through the app, as availability is limited.

Use the adults-only pool for a quieter setting, or head to Fresco Beach for a livelier atmosphere and sea access.

Consider the Deluxe package for its adults-only pool, room location, and additional dining options, particularly if you are travelling without children.

Use the resort’s golf buggies to navigate the hilly grounds, especially between rooms and restaurants.

Join the sea-view yoga and Pilates classes, particularly those led by Hannah.

Book spa treatments before arrival or immediately after checking in.

Book water sports, sports activities, tennis courts, childcare, and babysitting early through the app or resort links.

Ask for what you need; staff will generally try to help.

Expect a hilly resort spread across two bays and allow extra time to walk between areas.

Arrange a boat or snorkelling trip to see clearer, more beautiful coves and sea beyond the resort beaches.

Download the Ikos app before arrival to view facilities, activities, and reservations.

Ride the electric bikes through the back gates to Mondragó National Park, about 7–10 minutes away, and swim at its beaches.

Allow extra time for buggy journeys around breakfast and dinner, or walk between facilities when vehicles are busy.

Expect considerable walking or use the frequent buggies, as the resort is spread out and may challenge less-mobile guests.

Use the Tesla to explore the local area beyond the resort.

Travel outside July and August or school holidays for lower prices and a quieter stay.

Try the Deluxe restaurant and Market for breakfast, and visit Porto Petro Bar for drinks.

Bring mosquito spray for evenings, although staff can provide some.

Use the WhatsApp concierge to request help or adjustments during your stay.

Avoid garden rooms if you want a more luxurious room experience.

Try the evening restaurants instead of relying only on the buffet, and consider Seasons for its beautiful setting.

Pack a light cover-up for cool evenings in May and June.

Visit Santanyí Market on a Wednesday or Saturday, using the hotel bus because parking is difficult.

Reserve childcare and kids’ clubs before travelling to secure availability.

Use the courtesy bus to visit the markets, and consider taking the local bus back when you are ready to leave.

Explore all the pools and both beaches, noting that the main beach is small and rocky.

Use the Beach Bar area for a livelier pool atmosphere, and expect the Deluxe pool to become somewhat crowded.

Use WhatsApp Guest Relations to arrange dinner plans and request assistance during your stay.

Ask for the pillow menu or non-feather bedding if the standard pillows or duvets are unsuitable.

Arrive early to secure a beachfront sunbed near the sea; pool loungers are generally easier to find.

Walk around the resort soon after arrival to discover its different areas and choose your favourite.

Ask about available baby equipment before packing heavily, but bring a fitted cot sheet and food pouches if needed.

Take a taxi from Palma airport instead of a shared coach if you want a quicker transfer; the fare was about €70.

Do not bring bikes or helmets; electric bikes and helmets are available at the resort.

Rent a boat for ocean swimming and diving from the beach.

Try jet skiing, tennis lessons, and gin Monkey 47 at the Porto Petro bar.

Swim at the heated pools even when the weather is unsettled.

Use the pool cabanas even if you have not reserved one; they are available to all guests.

Claim a beach bed on the way to breakfast because the beach fills quickly.

Visit the breakfast buffet early to avoid the busiest period.

Ask for drinks or porridge to be served “super hot” if you prefer them piping hot.

Dine at Es Bergant during the included dine-out experience.

Try Seasons and Anaya, which are especially popular.

Try Oliva and Fresco, including Fresco’s lunchtime barbecue.

Book a three-bedroom villa for an impressive view over the bay.

Choose a partial sea-view room if you want a good outlook without needing a full sea view.

Request a double bed explicitly if that is important to you.

Consider a prestige room or a suite with a private pool for extra privacy.

Plan outside school holidays if you want a less family-focused atmosphere.

Bring your own baby formula and nappies only if needed; the local Portopetro pharmacy stocks both.

Pay in local currency to avoid unnecessary exchange-rate charges.

Join relevant Facebook groups before travelling for practical resort information.

Visit nearby coves and the local area for striking blue water beyond the resort.

Ask for earlier turndown service if a late evening visit around 9:30pm is inconvenient.

Book the hotel transfer in advance if you prefer an organised airport arrival.

Take a taxi from the airport instead of the hotel transfer if you want the cheaper option.

Take your own child car seat, as the quality of supplied seats can be inconsistent.

Ask a buggy driver for a resort tour on your first day to learn the layout of this expansive property.

Take children to the theatre for evening shows, including the 9:30pm singing and dancing performance.

Order room service for warm milk bottles if travelling with young children.

Ask the sommelier to reserve preferred wines in advance.

Check Promo-room accessibility details carefully before booking, as these rooms may be accessible rooms.

Request a non-interconnecting room before arrival if you prefer separate accommodation.

Request a room away from the bar near reception if you are sensitive to evening music.

Request Room 1203 when booking a one-bedroom Deluxe Suite for its top-floor, central position and views.

Request a higher-floor room with a partial sea view for a more attractive outlook.

Avoid the 9:00pm dinner slot if you prefer a relaxed evening.

Use the resort’s free parking if you arrive by car.

Allow roughly one hour to reach the resort from the airport by car.

Pack sports clothing if you plan to use the resort’s activities.

Visit early in the morning to enjoy the resort’s amenities before they become busy.

Use the onsite doctor if you need medical assistance during your stay.

Look for Andile if you would like assistance from a particularly helpful team member.

Contact Alexandros or Daniella to help manage your holiday arrangements.

Ask for Manos if you would like him to look after you during your stay.

Book directly through the hotel website to receive the free VIP private airport shuttle.