Why Port Soller is perfect for luxury holidays – Mallorca, Spain

One of the reasons why a holiday in Majorca is so popular is that it combines sun, sand and sea with a real sense of luxury. And if it’s luxury you’re after, one place definitely worth staying is Port Soller, which you’ll find on the north-west coastline.

Port Soller is not to be confused with its sister town of Soller, which is situated around 3 km away. Acting as a kind of coastal extension of the town, the port has a reputation for being one of the prettiest harbours on the island.

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Views galore and luxurious hotels

One of the biggest draws of Port Soller has to be its amazing views. Now, you’d expect a lot of Majorcan destinations to have pretty decent coastal scenery (it is an island, after all). But, there are far fewer spots that offer both this and amazing mountain vistas.

If you stay in Port Soller, you can gaze out across the ocean or admire the ever-impressive Sierra de Tramuntana mountain range. Plus, there’s a hotel that really lets you make the most of this stunning location.

Located on a cliff top just above the resort, the Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa is one of the destination’s best hotels. The five star hotel has several pools and restaurants. There’s also a spa where you can really pamper yourself, offering both modern and traditional treatments.

To enjoy the view that the hotel is famous for, have a cocktail in the Sunset Lounge on the top floor, overlooking the port, the sea and the mountains. Check here for other hotels in Port Soller.

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Discover the north-west’s best beach

Mallorca has a great reputation for its beaches. Although there are not so many on the rocky western coast of the island, Port Soller has one of the few fantastic ones.

While it’s often referred to as a single beach, there are actually two – Playa d’en Repic and Es Traves. The latter is the longest but, generally speaking, the former is the one visitors rave about it.

Running along the back of the beach is a pretty promenade, which has a decent number of cafes perfect for a little light refreshment. You’ll also find the local tram service follows the beach front, before heading to the nearby town of Soller. Soller is our next top attraction of luxury holidays here.

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Soller

With its unspoilt scenery and luxury hotels, Port Soller is undoubtedly a brilliant place for a stylish getaway. Since it’s a pretty quiet destination, you’ll probably want to spend a little while exploring one of the local towns. Fortunately, you can get to Soller quickly and easily on the tram, which is something of an experience in itself!

Soller is especially worth visiting on a Saturday, when there’s a weekly market. I think one of the best attractions here is actually the train service that runs between the town and the island’s capital, Palma. I’d forgive you for thinking a train journey doesn’t sound all that appealing, but the Tren de Soller really is wonderful.

This vintage train dates back to 1912, which means it’s a real slice of history. But I think the amazing scenery it takes you through is the ultimate highlight.

Crossing the Serra de Alfabia, it runs through 13 tunnels and across a lot of bridges and viaducts. The steep climb provides incredible panoramas along the way. For a fun day out, take this one day sightseeing tour that includes the vintage train ride to Soller.

Photo Credits: Port de Soller by Hanspoldoja, Jumeira Hotel Port Soller by Jumeira.com, Beach Promenade at Port Soller by Morton Brekkevold, Tren de Soller by Bibigeek

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