Tent Palmanova, Palmanova

Arrive early for the best sunbeds, although availability is generally good and towel-saving is unnecessary.

Pack light and bring extra hangers or hanging cubes because rooms have limited storage, rails, and shelving rather than wardrobes.

Ask about refrigerator hire because rooms do not include fridges; shops opposite sell cold or frozen drinks.

Use the unlimited brunch by eating breakfast early and returning for lunch; it offers a good selection and can save money.

Walk five minutes to Palma Nova beach, with restaurants, pubs, shops, and bars nearby.

Use the on-site laundry, but expect limited capacity; the service is inexpensive and easy to use.

Ask reception for help if the tablet self-check-in is slow, confusing, or backed up by a queue.

Bring a travel kettle and tea bags if you want hot drinks in your room.

Request a pool-facing room for quiet and attractive views, but expect the balcony to get hot.

Walk left up the hill to the large supermarket for cheaper prices than the seafront shops.

Ask in advance to retain your room after noon if you have a late flight; otherwise only one shower may be available.

Take the regular bus to Palma instead of a transfer; return fares are about €5–€7 and the journey takes under an hour.

Visit Banana Joes across the road for food, drinks, music, and cocktails.

Enjoy the pool’s peaceful atmosphere, as it has no music.

Collect beach towels for a €15 deposit, refunded when you return them.

Avoid relying on the hotel’s food and cold drinks if quality matters; reports mention artificial flavours and lukewarm drinks.

Ask for a sea-view room; the outlook is worth it.

Bring earplugs because noise from late-night groups and slamming doors can carry through the rooms.

Request a top-floor room, such as the 7th floor, for great views and less street noise; thin walls and slamming doors make lower floors noisier.

Use the ramps, elevators, and pool hoist if you need accessible facilities.

Use the mobile room key, which is reported to be easy to operate.

Walk into Magaluf for cheaper restaurants and easy access to the strip.

Choose sunbeds near the dining-room pool entrance for all-day sun.

Use the free car park around the corner instead of paying €10 per day at the hotel.

Rent a car through Gobycar if you need one.

Walk left toward the furthest beach for a quieter stretch and Ciros.

Avoid booking during football tournaments if you want to minimize the chance of large groups of young men.

Check arrival and departure times carefully: rooms may not be ready until 3pm, early meals can cost €15 per person, and late checkout may cost €40.

Budget for taxes and other fees payable when you arrive.

Wear swimwear only outside the dining area; bare chests and swimwear are not permitted inside.

Use the microwave in the dining area when needed.

Try the €5 cocktails at El Corner, two minutes from the hotel.

Try the rooftop terrace at Origin and pizza at the Venetian Palace.

Try Fergus Bermudas across the road.

Pre-book dinner restaurants, especially El Chiringo.

Expect some hotel food to be served cooler than ideal.

Do not rely on the brunch if food quality is important; it has been described as disappointing.

Pay separately to use the room safe.

Use the balcony to dry swimwear and towels.

Supervise young children carefully around the pool and balcony.

Request a low-floor room in advance if you have mobility needs.

Bring your own iron.

Request room 717 for a great view and a quiet location.

Take advantage of the central Palmanova location, close to the beach.

Request a top-floor room for a quieter stay.

Use the snack machine for late arrivals.

Use the on-site parking when driving.

Request a pool-facing room for a surprisingly quiet outlook, even when the pool is busy.

Use the luggage room to store cases before check-in or after checkout.

Skip the two-hour boat trips if you want better value; they have been described as disappointing.

Expect a cold pool at first, then acclimatize quickly.

Bring a cold cup if you want to keep drinks chilled around the pool.

Bring a freezer bag and frozen water bottles from the supermarket to keep drinks cold.