The peaceful resort of Puerto Pollensa stretches along a sheltered horseshoe-shaped bay lined with sandy beaches, set against the backdrop of the spectacular mountain range on the north coast of Mallorca, approximately 1Hr 15 mins drive away from the airport. Far quieter and more laid back than the lively resorts in the south, Puerto Pollensa and its neighbour, the resort of Cala San Vicente, attracts families and couples. Holidaymakers can either stay in resort's family hotels, or rent apartments on the port's celebrated Pine Walk promenade. Cafes, restaurants and tourist shops line the promenade along with some elegant hotels, which overlook the beach and the bay.
Shopping: Puerto Pollensa is adequately supplied with shops and boutiques catering to the tourist trade. It is the local markets, mainly, that delight shoppers in Mallorca, and one of the liveliest and biggest takes place every Sunday in the church square in the Pollensa old town. Market day in Puerto Pollensa itself is Wednesdays, when stalls are set up in the Church Square. The port is connected to the old town by a regular and frequent bus service.
Restaurants: Puerto Pollensa is renowned for hosting some of the best fish restaurants on Mallorca. While this is undoubtedly so, there is also a wide selection of restaurants catering to all tastes, from the best of British cuisine to Pizza, Chinese and the local tapas.
Nightlife: Like everything else in Puerto Pollensa, the scene after dark remains laid-back and quiet, visitors and locals’ alike taking time for a stroll from the marina along the Pine Walk, as far as the elegant Illa D'Or hotel. After lingering over a delicious dinner most are content to watch the world go by from a pavement café. There is entertainment offered by most of the hotels, but the main resort of Puerto Pollensa is not designed for the clubbing set, though there are nightclubs in neighbouring Alcudia, a few miles to the south.
Restaurants: Puerto Pollensa is renowned for hosting some of the best fish restaurants on Mallorca. While this is undoubtedly so, there is also a wide selection of restaurants catering to all tastes, from the best of British cuisine to Pizza, Chinese and the local tapas.
Nightlife: Like everything else in Puerto Pollensa, the scene after dark remains laid-back and quiet, visitors and locals’ alike taking time for a stroll from the marina along the Pine Walk, as far as the elegant Illa D'Or hotel. After lingering over a delicious dinner most are content to watch the world go by from a pavement café. There is entertainment offered by most of the hotels, but the main resort of Puerto Pollensa is not designed for the clubbing set, though there are nightclubs in neighbouring Alcudia, a few miles to the south.
Activities: Puerto Pollensa offers all the usual water sports enjoyed by holidaymakers and glass bottom boat trips are available from the port going round to Formentor, a famous Caribbean like beach. There are also opportunities for hiking along walking trails in the surrounding hills and scenic mountains. Sightseeing in the port itself and the neighbouring old town, particularly on foot, is an interesting option. Generally, though most visitors come to Puerto Pollensa purely for relaxation on the magnificent beaches.
