Holiday rentals and apartments in Cala d'Or

With Majorca's wonderful, quaint, historical charm, sophisticated nightlife and gorgeous beaches that range from buzzing resorts to secluded off the beaten track gems, you are perfectly positioned on this side of the island for a getaway of a lifetime. South Eastern Majorca offers year-round golden sunshine, rugged mountain vistas, pristine mountain air and a stunning coastline boasting pretty, cliff-backed coves. Exceptional hiking routes in the nearby nature and wildlife preserve are easily accessible.

Majorcan beach paradise

Choose from a variety of accommodation options strategically situated in and around Cala d'Or, Cala Serena and Portopedro. A wide choice of breezy, luxurious, spacious, tastefully decorated, elegant, contemporary holiday rentals and apartments on offer feature ample space to accommodate 2, 4, 6, or even 10 guests! Many of the stunning rentals in the area are located under 250 m from the beach and boast a sparkling pool with comfortable, stylish outdoor furniture providing the perfect setting for relaxing after a day of exploring and outdoor activity.

Holidays in Cala d'Or: The area and getting around

A sun-drenched, picture-perfect holiday destination

Cala d'Or is a wonderful beach resort area located along Majorca's southeastern coast south of Portocolom and adjacent to the picturesque fishing village of Portopetro. This lovely destination is known for its gorgeous beach coves. Cala d'Or boasts an upscale marina with excellent infrastructure and mooring for 600 boasts as well as quaysides lined with upmarket restaurants, bars and shops.

Adventure thrills and sightseeing

Right in the heart of Cala d’Or you are spoiled for choice when it comes to adventure thrills and sightseeing with a variety of excursion and equipment rental companies where you can easily find your local, one-stop shop for a host of water sport thrills such as yachting, scuba diving and instruction, snorkelling, sea cave exploration, jet skiing, kayaking, paddle surfing or cliff jumping. Try out a wonderful selection of bus day tour options to landmark destinations on the island. You can also take your pick from organised bike tours, jeep safaris, horseback riding, mountain trekking or wine tasting!

Travellers and activities

Cala d’Or for golfers

With perfect warm weather and guaranteed sunshine Majorca is a paradise destination for golf lovers. The lush, emerald fairways of Vall d’Or lie just 14 minutes north of Cala d’Or by car and offer you a challenging, beautifully maintained course with breathtaking views across hillside elevations and perfect greens. Players will be able to enjoy stunning views of the sea and the gorgeous clusters of palms and verdant trees. Vall d’Or Club offers 18 scenic holes and a fabulous clubhouse with excellent food.

Cala de Or for beach lovers

From this part of the island you do not need to travel far to find yourself on some of Majorca’s loveliest, cove beaches! The secluded, well situated rocky coves of Cala Gran, Cala Ferrara, Calla Serena, Cala Esmeralda and Calla Serena boast crystal clear aquamarine waters and offer sublime conditions for nature views, snorkelling and swimming. These breathtaking beaches are backed by Mediterranean trees and foliage and rugged low cliffs that lead onto sugar soft, yellow sand. Be sure to arrive early if you plan on spending the day here to secure a spot in high summer as these gorgeous spots are very popular in season!

Top 5 travel tips Cala d’Or

1.Go hiking in Mondrago Balearen Nature Preserve

Calling all nature lovers! This stunning, local nature reserve attraction ticks all the boxes for peace and breathtaking natural beauty. Feel the call of the wild in this pristine 7.6 km preserve that boasts 4 hiking trails that meander through scrubland to exquisite panoramic views of crystalline coves and remarkable wetlands. Here you will find a haven for birds and the raw unspoiled beauty of three sandy beach coves for the perfect cooling swim.

2. Have lunch in Porto Petro

Head to picturesque Porto Pedro just 4 km south of Cala d’Or where you can have a blissful lazy lunch along the waterfront marina that boasts a host of typical Spanish restaurants serving wonderful, authentic Mediterranean fare. Don't forget to take lots of lovely photos of the pretty tiled roofs, Majorcan shutters and harbour with its picturesque fleet of old-fashioned fishing vessels and sparkling waterfront reflections!

3.Visit the Santuari de la Consolacion

Why not rent an e-bike and head for adventure just 20 minutes north of Cala d’Or. Here you can stroll about and admire exceptional panoramic views of Majorca's east coast from a series of terraces and appreciate the serenity of a small, atmospheric, mysterious church. There are around 200 steps to climb to get to the sanctuary with the peace and tranquillity at the top offering an out of this world experience!

4. Spend the day at Platja des Garbo

This spectacular beach is set amongst dramatic cliffs just 40 minutes by car south-west of Cala d’Or. Stock up on delicious picnic hamper supplies, pack an umbrella and a cooler with chilled drinks and get ready for a paradise beach day out! This sweeping arc of white sand is backed by low dunes and features dazzling turquoise waters. The sea is crystal clear and shallow for quite a distance making this a heavenly spot for sunbathing and endless swimming!

5. Royal Palace of La Almudaina, Palma

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the glorious, sumptuous history of the Spanish nobility in Majorca's capital! This 14th century fairytale royal residence contains lavish collections of paintings and sculptures, fascinating exhibits in the royal armoury, exquisite furnishings, textiles and tapestries and showcases hundreds of years of Spanish history. If you are a history buff you will absolutely love spending a few hours admiring the breathtaking artefacts and stunning architecture of this iconic, ancient Alcázar or fortified palace!