VH
Victor H.
24 May 2026
Request a high-floor sea-view room with a balcony; floors 6 and above offer the best outlook, while lower views may be blocked.
4-star 126 rooms from $117
What guests mention
reception staff
sea view
sound of the waves
lovely hotel
comfortable rooms
local shops
quiet resort
relaxing stay
star hotel
great holiday
beautiful beach
cave
Guests tend to be especially pleased with the bay-facing setting, the beach nearby and the soothing sound of the water from sea-view rooms. Reception staff are frequently singled out for a bright, helpful welcome, while rooms are generally considered comfortable and the overall stay pleasantly relaxed. Canyamel’s peaceful character and nearby shops add to the convenience. This is best suited to travellers who appreciate a quiet resort atmosphere; those hoping for busy nightlife or a large-town buzz may find the surroundings too subdued.
Guest guide
Your stay, step by step
Advice from guests who actually stayed at Universal Hotel Castell Royal — the single most helpful tip for each part of your trip, in the order you'll need it, from booking to your last morning.
Booking
Ask about scheduled night shows and events before booking your stay.
Transport
Use the local buses, which stop a short walk from the hotel.
Rooms
Request a high-floor sea-view room with a balcony; floors 6 and above offer the best outlook, while lower views may be blocked.
Dining
Try the first beach bar for good food and excellent piña coladas.
Pool & Beach
Prebook a pool sunbed, as they cost €3 per day and cannot be claimed freely on arrival.
Activities
Visit the caves at Artà; they are not to be missed.
Tips & Tricks
Bring your own beach towels for greater flexibility during beach visits.
Insider tips
What guests who stayed here recommend
Real advice grouped by theme — drawn from guest reviews of Universal Hotel Castell Royal.
From guest reviews
Prebook a pool sunbed, as they cost €3 per day and cannot be claimed freely on arrival.
From guest reviews
Avoid rooms above the pool bar or terrace if you are sensitive to loud entertainment after 9pm.
From guest reviews
Expect a sea-view balcony in every room, and prioritize a high floor only if you want the best possible outlook.
From guest reviews
Visit the caves at Artà; they are not to be missed.
From guest reviews
Stay alert in Cala Millor, where someone may approach you with a small-change distraction while taking your money.
From guest reviews
Try the first beach bar for good food and excellent piña coladas.
From guest reviews
If hotel parking is full, park by the bus stop and walk two minutes over the bridge.
From guest reviews
Ask about scheduled night shows and events before booking your stay.
From guest reviews
Allow extra time for the lifts, as only two serve the hotel and waits can be long.
From guest reviews
Use the local buses, which stop a short walk from the hotel.
From guest reviews
Bring your own beach towels for greater flexibility during beach visits.
From guest reviews
Use the neighboring hotel’s activities, including yoga, Pilates, aqua classes, darts, and children’s activities.
About Universal Hotel Castell Royal
Universal Hotel Castell Royal makes the most of its Canyamel setting: a recently refreshed four-star stay where the sea is never far from view or earshot. The mood is relaxed rather than showy, with contemporary, practical rooms, a welcoming family-run feel and a team that aims to make arrivals easy. It is a particularly good fit for couples, beach-minded families and active travellers who want Majorca’s quieter side without giving up polished comforts. Premium All Inclusive adds branded drinks and table service for those who prefer an uncomplicated holiday rhythm.
Set directly by Canyamel’s beautiful beach in northeast Majorca, the hotel looks out across the bay in a small, low-key resort. Local shops are close at hand, while the surrounding coastline and natural landscape invite slower days outdoors; the nearby caves are an easy addition to a beach break. This is less a base for nightlife than for swimming, coastal walks and unhurried evenings, so it suits guests seeking peace and scenery.
Guests often warm to the friendly reception team, comfortable rooms and the pleasure of waking to a sea view with waves below. Many describe the atmosphere as genuinely restful and the hotel as a lovely place for a proper holiday reset. The quiet resort setting is part of its appeal, especially for travellers who value a calmer Majorcan escape.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Airport transportation
- Baggage storage
- Bar / lounge
- Beach
- Breakfast buffet
- Car hire
- Concierge
- Dry cleaning
- Entertainment staff
- Evening entertainment
- Game room
- Hiking
- Laundry service
- Meeting rooms
- Non-smoking hotel
- Outdoor pool
- Pool
- Poolside bar
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Snorkeling
- Street parking
- Sun loungers / beach chairs
- Sun terrace
- Sun umbrellas
- Swimup bar
- Wifi
Good to know
Price range
$117 - $447
Rooms
126
Hotel class
4-star
Style
Bay View · Great View
WiFi
Yes
Location
Via de la Costa i Llobera 1, Canyamel, 07589, ES
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