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Mallorca has been a Mecca for sun seekers and beach holiday aficionados for many years. Situated in the warm waters of the Mediterranean, Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands, an autonomous province of Spain. The sunny climate and many miles of wonderful beaches make Mallorca an obvious beach holiday choice but the island has many other attractions besides and remains a firm favourite holiday and visitor destination.
The capital of the island and of the Balearics, is the city of Palma, famed for its dramatic cathedral and many other visitor sights, amenities and attractions. Other major cities of Mallorca include Inca and Manacor noted for leather goods and pearls respectively. The main coastal beach resorts include Alcudia, Cala D'Or, and Puerto Pollensa, all of which have a great number of family amenities geared towards summer family holidays.
With a significant history in tourism, Mallorca has a well defined and noted expertise in delivering the right services and facilities for the huge numbers of annual visitors to the island.
These include a great number of hotels, which vary in size, scope, function, and quality. The vast majority of Mallorca Hotels are situated in the cities and main resorts and cater mostly for families. Typically these will be 3 star hotels and some 4 star hotels.
Whilst the star rating system can be helpful in choosing the right hotel, the criteria for ratings does not include many significant factors which can impact on the time spent on the island. Ratings can be arbitrary throughout Europe and the rest of the world but in Spain a ratings of 4 stars must comply with certain criteria.
These include air conditioning as standard in every room, 75% of which must have en suite facilities with the remainder a shower, wash basin, and WC. There will also be hot and cold running water, a laundry service, a telephone in the room, a lift, a bar and at least two lounges.
The ratings system says nothing about the style or ambience of a hotel or other services such as spa or sports facilities, and other leisure and entertainment options. With a 4 star rating of a hotel you are guaranteed a high level of comfort and service and beyond this there are many different types of hotel and services which can influence your decision. With the high number of 3 star hotels catering largely for family package holidays perhaps the best distinction of a 4 star hotel is that it will likely offer some peace and more space during the busiest times.
There are many excellent 4 Star Hotels in Mallorca, covering every taste and with a range of amenities and facilities. Many 4 star Mallorca hotels take full advantage of the beaches and warm inviting seas, offering a range of sailing, diving and other water sport activities. Many also have extensive spa facilities, gyms, and other leisure sports, such as golf which is very popular in Mallorca.
The rise in boutique hotels means that there are many fantastic and stylish 4 Star Mallorca Hotels which are housed in traditional buildings and other grand architectural and historical sites. Whilst some of these may not have the facilities of a 5 star Mallorca hotel, they have style and charm in abundance and a level of personal service and luxury unparalleled on the island.
Agroturismo hotels take advantage of the inland attractions of Mallorca. Formed from traditional farm buildings or Fincas, these Mallorca country hotels too exemplify the ultimate in personal luxury and service. They are also ideal for the many inland activities such as cycling , hiking, climbing, and horse riding. The selection of 4 Star Hotels in Mallorca presented here will help you make the right decision for you.
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