White Sands Beach Club, Arenal d'en Castell

Assess the many steps around the resort and town before booking, and request a low-level apartment if mobility is limited.

Request a sea-view apartment; the outlook is especially impressive, though not every apartment faces the beach.

Sort glass, plastic, tins, paper, and general waste using the apartment and resort recycling bins.

Reuse towels and conserve water; an eco-tax may apply despite the resort’s extensive environmental measures.

Choose a quiet apartment away from the main pool, restaurant, and White’s Bar.

Choose a higher floor for privacy and views if you can manage the stairs.

Request a pool-and-sea-facing apartment for views across the pool, beach, and inlet.

Choose a roof terrace for all-day sun, bay views, and sunset drinks.

Try the local restaurants, especially Corner Cafe in Addaia.

Request a refurbished apartment, particularly when traveling with children.

Request an apartment at the back or on the north-east side for a quieter setting near the road.

Choose an elevated or top-floor apartment if you want to avoid cats reaching the terrace.

Request a ground-floor apartment between reception and the pool for easier access.

Tell reception your room requirements early; staff are flexible and will try to accommodate requests.

Request a sunny balcony if you prefer strong daytime light.

Try apartment 408 for a spacious, recently refurbished unit with a garden-view balcony.

Choose your apartment location in advance if you want a particular view or proximity to the facilities.

Use the easily accessible beach and swim across the bay from the pool.

Request a two-bedroom apartment with two bathrooms, noting that this may mean a duplex layout.

Check seasonal opening dates before booking winter or early-spring stays, when only a few restaurants and a small grocery shop may operate.

Use the adjacent parking area if arriving by car.

Hire a car for easier exploration, especially between September 1 and April 30; reception can arrange it.

Walk along the cliff to the beach at San Sarou.

Check the sea for jellyfish before swimming.

Bring your own beach towels.

Arrive early to secure a sunbed.

Choose a duplex apartment for extra privacy when using the sofa bed at full occupancy.

Request apartment 510 for a family or 522 for a couple.

Request room 701 for a standout apartment.

Choose room 6713 for excellent views, but expect several steps.

Visit Bar 51 for live music.

Request rooms 410, 411, or 412 for bedroom sea views.

Choose apartment 301, 302, 303, 304, or 305 for ground-floor access with sea views.

Plan around the hotel bar being closed every Tuesday.

Expect early arrivals to wait until the 4 p.m. check-in time.

Consider room 515 for a particularly appealing apartment.

Take the bus to Mahon and Fornells.