Meliá Palma Marina

This was a quick trip but the hotel was very nice inside. The room was great for and us and very comfortable with great views over the harbour. There was construction works happening on the outside (front) but that didn’t really matter to us as we were only there for the weekend. The pool was a nice temperature on a hot day and although we couldn’t get a sunbed (arrived at the pool around lunch time) we had a lovely breakfast and the ice cold beer definitely helped us to relax. The nightlife around the hotel can be a little loud due to the number of sports/Irish bars near by and it made the walk home from the city interesting. However the atmosphere was good and we didn’t mind at all. If you had kids then it could be a little intimidating I would think. We also checked in very late (after midnight) which wasn’t a problem at all and we got our room straight away Overall we’d definitely consider staying here again.

I was a little nervous about this hotel as I'd seen some negative reviews, but I was pleasantly surprised overall. PROS: We had a premium marina/sea view room, and although I wouldn't really say it was premium, it was a good size, plenty of storage for cases, shelves and wardrobe space, the balcony was also a good size. The hotel is very clean, even the pool toilets were spotless. The staff were really helpful and kind. Breakfast buffet was civilised and a nice selection of fresh food. We walked into Palma one evening which took 20-30 minutes, but the walk along the marina is pleasant. It's between EUR 6 and EUR 9 for a taxi to Palma. It's very clean outside and the location feels safe during the day/early evening and is accessible. Lots of people have moaned about the road works but they weren't noisy and didn't impact us much. The decor is very modern and the hotel bar was quiet which was a nice change. OTHER: We had a cracked drinking glass in the room, and we requested a new one but the replacement was also cracked. The milk in the room for tea wasn't replaced as often as we'd like so we had to ask the cleaners but they were very accommodating. It would have been nice to have music in the main bar in evenings but it was a lovely calming atmosphere regardless. The sun was only on our balcony for a couple of hours so this was a shame because it was tricky to get a sunbed in the afternoon if we'd been out during the morning. Overall, a lovely hotel stay in a great location - easy to get to Palma on foot or taxi and plenty of delicious restaurants and bars nearby.

My wife and I stayed at the melia mid June 2024, for part of our honeymoon for three nights. Check in was efficient and quick no issues there. We got a seaview room with a balcony, had two chairs and a table was very nice. Could see the pool and marina, as well as the cathedral. Rooms were clean, had a minor with the a/c but was fixed quickly while we were out and about. On our last night they surprised with a bottle of champagne which was a nice touch. Hotel bar staff was very friendly and welcoming. It's about a 20-25” walk to the cathedral and downtown area, the whole walk is very quiet and safe. There is construction on the main road in front of the hotel but did not impact walking, may impact you if you are driving from the airport etc. Only minor downside is the doors all close extremely tight so they need to be slammed to get closed. Overall, would highly recommend as we found it was good balance between relaxation and city fun. Was far enough away from the party area but close enough to walk where you need to (marina as well). Some great restaurants within a couple minute walk towards downtown