1. Son Vida. The private community of Son Vida is Palma's most expensive neighbourhood located in the city's hilltops. The area is always under construction by world-famous architects drawn to the area for its affluent clientele.
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Palma de MallorcaThe most desirable real estate areas are the Old Town and peaceful Calatrava district, the bohemian district of Santa Catalina (with a great market, and numerous restaurants and bars), and the attractive old fishing village of Portixol.
Undoubtedly, the most beautiful places to stay in Mallorca are concentrated in the Tramuntana Mountains, which dominate the western flank of the island. If you want to stay in an idyllic mountain village, we recommend Sóller, Deià, or Valldemossa.
The most exclusive location on the island, now fairly densely populated with homes of the world's rich and famous, is undoubtedly Dei?. On the west coast of Mallorca, this scenic town has long been popular with artists since the 1950s.
There's differences in climate across the island because of the mountains, which attract rain and clouds leaving the coast sunny and dry. North westerly winds mean the southeast is usually a bit warmer and drier than other parts of Majorca.
Here are some of the most exclusive areas of Palma that you should visit during your next stay in the city. Paseo del Borne is one of the most elegant and sophisticated streets in Palma. This street is known for its luxury fashion shops, jewellery and art galleries, as well as its stunning architecture.
The southeast regions (Palma, Magaluf, El Arenal) are generally warmer and drier than the mountainous northwest and in the coastal towns you can bask in around 300 days of sunshine per year.
The Magaluf strip, also known as Punta Ballena, is located in the south-western part of Majorca. It is a lively resort situated between Palma Nova and Calvia Beach Resort, with stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
The Princess of Wales lived her life under a spotlight – sometimes of her own making. But in the spring of 1996 she found sanctuary during a weekend's stay at the Mallorca hotel known today as Belmond La Residencia in Deià, where her framed letter of thanks to the hotel still hangs on the wall in the reception area.
People like Til Schweiger, the Catherine Zeta-Jones / Michael Douglas family and several other big-name stars live quietly on the island. Some spend chunks of the year in Mallorca staying in huge Finca by the sea in Mallorca.
Puerto PollensaWhen the words Puerto Pollensa are spoken, thoughts of luxury property arise without trying. Walk along the Pine Walk with views out to La Fortaleza at the end of the bay and you're looking at some of the most exclusive property on the island.
Portals Marina (Puerto Portals) - Palma de MallorcaPuerto Portals isn't only the most prestigious marina in Mallorca, it's also one of the most exclusive in the Mediterranean. It has a total of 650 moorings available for yachts between 8 and 60 metres long, and also boasts restaurants and luxury shops.
Areas to avoidIf you're after something more relaxed, do stay away from Magaluf and Palma Nova as these places are where you'll find a lot of the 18-30's groups, along with English-style pubs, a big drinking culture and all-night parties. They are also jam-packed during the peak tourism months of July and August.
Areas to avoidIf you're after something more relaxed, do stay away from Magaluf and Palma Nova as these places are where you'll find a lot of the 18-30's groups, along with English-style pubs, a big drinking culture and all-night parties. They are also jam-packed during the peak tourism months of July and August.
Located in the South East of the island, Calo d'es Moro is home to some of the clearest blue water to be found in the world. Bordered on either side by steep cliffs full of greenery and caves, the combination of colours is truly stunning.
Passeig des BornArguably the most attractive avenue in Palma, its stone benches welcome visitors and locals alike to take a moment to enjoy its beauty.
Palma Nova also offers a lot to take a look at; however Alcudia is perhaps the larger resort. Even so, when you're just going to Majorca for a week, or just need to have a more laid-back setting, Palma Nova may be the more sensible choice.
The best time to visit Mallorca is the shoulder season in April–May and September–October—days are warm and crowds are few. Most hotels and restaurants are open, and it's a prime time to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and mountain biking.