Hotels in Magalluf

Located on the west coast of the Spanish island of Majorca, Magaluf is undoubtedly one of the most popular and well known holiday destinations in Europe. Recognised as a ‘major resort’, Magaluf caters primarily to groups of visitors from a handful of European countries, namely the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Russia and Scandinavia.

Known for its beautiful stretches of sandy beach and a reputation for lively and vibrant nightlife, Magaluf is one of the most popular ‘party cities’ in Spain and wider Europe. Don’t let that fool you however, as Magaluf has a lot more to offer than cocktails and nightclubs.

Part of what makes Magaluf such a popular destination is the fact that travellers are able to enjoy its delights without breaking the bank. There are countless cheap and affordable hotel options across the city. Accommodations can be found in all areas meaning that if you don’t want to be in Party Central, you’ll be able to find a quiet haven.

Neighbourhoods of Magaluf

Magaluf can be divided into a number of different districts and areas that all have their own defining features. Primarily there is the Magaluf strip, which is the main stretch of stunning white sandy beach that plays host to tan seekers all year round. This is also where the majority of the town’s famous nightclubs are located. Those seeking some time away from the nightclub atmosphere can travel to nearby villages such as Alcudia and Pollenca, where you can experience some more quaint and slow paced traditional Spanish culture.

What to see and do in Magaluf

There is heavy focus on tourist activity and fun in Magaluf, with some of the best and most popular attractions being the Katmandu amusement park, the Western Water Park and the eye catching Pirates Adventure Theatre. Of course, Magaluf is famous for its many nightclubs. Some of the most famous names in the resort are BCM and Boomerang, both offering party experiences from 10pm to 6am.

What to eat in Magaluf

The interesting thing about cuisine in Magaluf is that much of the food focus is on fast food that caters to a primarily British demographic. You will find lots of traditional English dishes on offer such as fish and chips and full English breakfasts, but those who are keen to sample Spanish food whilst on holiday will have the opportunity to try dishes like paella, garlic prawns and a variety of tapas available at many bars. If you want to try Magaluf specialities, look for ensaimadas which are buns eaten at breakfast, fideua a paella dish but with noodles instead of rice, and Turron a traditional sweet dish.

Typical events and festivals in Magaluf

Magaluf hosts a number of annual events that visitors are able to enjoy at different times of the year, with one of the most popular being the Spring Festival that celebrates with music, fireworks and fire runs. Outside of officially recognised festivals, there are dozens of party events taking place in Magaluf at any one time. You can go from one to the other over the course of a night.

How to move around in Magaluf

The majority of visitors to Magaluf will be escorted to their respective resorts via airport shuttle transfers. Once in the resort itself, there are regular bus services that can transport tourists from one area of Magaluf to the other for little cost, as well as flourishing taxi services for even easier A to B travel.

The climate in Magaluf

Magaluf’s hot and sunny climate is the reason that people flock to it all year round. It experiences mild winters with temperatures of around 13 degrees and hot summers of around 30 degrees, with the most popular period for holidaymaking being the summer months between June and August.

More interesting facts about sights in Magaluf

A fun and popular challenge for visitors to Magaluf is to swim out to the Isla de sa Porrassa, or Black Lizard Island, in the centre of Magaluf Bay. It is so called for the high number of black lizards that call the island home!