When it comes to beachgoing, the island’s bounty of sun and sand make the decision process difficult for even the most experienced travelers. The beaches in Mallorca range from expansive hot spots, where locals come to picnic, play music, and saddle up to chiringuitos (beach bars), to tucked-away coves and bays, where rougher waters and white caps make for prime kitesurfing, snorkeling, and surfing. Wherever you go, though, expect aquamarine horizons, bathwater sea temperatures, and the restorative Mediterranean breeze.
Cala Mesquida
With few buildings in sight, Cala Mesquida is a local favorite. Umbrellas of every color dot wide expanses of white sand, and green cliffs seem to roll right into the sea.
Cala Llombards
Cala Llombards is a deep cove surrounded by steep cliffs, ripe for jumping. An intimate beach offers a tranquil starting point for wave wading and snorkeling, or simply laying on a fouta and gazing at the Mediterranean pine trees all around.
Es Trenc
One of the larger beaches in Mallorca, Es Trenc is seemingly endless, with miles of pale waters stretching beyond the eye can see. Considered the local favorite, it’s one of the island’s best stretches and has the benefit of being in a national park, surrounded by dunes and salt flats.
Calo De Moro
Calo de Moro, a small cove on the south side of the island, is comfortably hidden away between two cliff walls. Accessible only via a steep rocky path, the route requires a sense of adventure, but the destination is well worth the climb.
Platja de Santa Margalida
Platja de Santa Margalida, located in Ca’n Picafort, is easily accessible and right off a main road. Flanked by palm trees and restaurants serving sangria and the daily catch, the beach is bound to be busy with locals due to its location right on the town. It’s great for families.
Platja de Formentor
A scenic drive along Mallorca’s northern fork brings you to the waters at Platja de Formentor, which are still and shallow, making for the ideal mid-afternoon swim. High mountains rich with vegetation surround the area, which is populated with some of the island’s grandest real estate.
Son Serra de Marina
The surfer’s choice. On eastern Mallorca’s Alcúdia Bay, it’s out of the way and under the radar, with rougher waters than most beaches on the island. For this reason, it’s decidedly less crowded and always draws a few local kite surfers.
