Exploring the best beaches in Majorca

Cala, Playa or Bahia? You’ll come across all these words when travelling around in Majorca, trying to find your way to the best beaches in Majorca. A little explanation as to what these 3 words mean can come in useful. The word “Cala” means “bay”, which is usually a small sand or stone beach. Callas are mostly found on the east coast of the island but there are also some of them on the west side, requiring a little hike to get down to the beach. On the west coast, the Callas has no hotels, resorts or bars, great for those who like to wander off-the-beaten-trial a bit. “Bahia” also refers to bays but when the locals use this word, they usually mean large bays such as Palma, Alcudia and Pollensa. “Playa” or “Platja” refers to those long sandy beaches we love so much found mostly in the north of Majorca. Of course, there are always exceptions to the rule such as Es Trenc which is a beautiful white sandy beach in the south of the island.

Majorca’s coastline is 550 kilometres long and there are no less than 340 beaches to be explored. We did the hardest work for you: making a careful selection of the best ones. All you have to go is to get down there and let us know what your favourite beach was :).

Most famous beaches in Majorca

Playa de Muro

Ranked #1 on Tripadvisor, Playa de Muro is 6 kilometres long and incredibly clean and beautiful. Sugar white sand, sunny and clear seawater in different shades of blue and turquoise. It’s as if you’ve found the Caribbean in Europe – that’s how idyllic Playa de Muro is.  It’s also a lively beach where you can sunbathe on beach chairs, have drinks at beachfront bars and dine to those wonderful sea views. There are also plenty of watersport facilities, ideal for groups of friends and families with older, active kids. Since Playa de Mura is very long, there are also quieter spots to be found, suiting everyone’s’ wishes. 

Port de Pollenca

Port de Pollenca has golden sands and calm light blue water, overlooking the mountains of Tramuntana. The beach has a promenade with bars and restaurants and there are plenty of watersports including windsurfing, sailing and kayaking.

Cala Formentor Beach in Northern Mallorca

Clear blue and turquoise waters, fishermen’s boats in the distance, lush green pine forest mountains all around, there’s something about this particular beach that is very European. Cala Formentor Beach is 1 km long and it is one of the most popular beaches on the island, ideal for sea kayaking, paddle boarding and jet skiing. This beach is located in the north of Majorca, close to Cap de Pera Lighthouse which is a famous sunset spot.

Playa de Alcudia

A perfect resort beach with all the facilities you could wish for, near to the historical town of Alcudia in the northeast of Majorca. The water is calm and the conditions are great for waterskiing, parasailing, diving and more.

Es Trenc

2 kilometres of pure white sand, extremely clean and the clearest water like some sort of Caribbean Island, Es Trenc is a paradise for any beach lover and it comes as no surprise that this beach is one of the most popular ones in Majorca. Es Trenc has sunbeds and shower facilities on the beach, the water is shallow and transparent which is ideal for families with kids and at the same time, the setting of this beach is remote and natural on the southern coast.

Hidden gems or more off-the-beaten-track

Sa Calobra Beach

The drive to Sa Calobra is magnificent with hairpin turns and breathtaking sceneries. The beach that awaits at the end of this treacherous road is Sa Calobra Beach and it’s a wonderful place. To get to the beach, you need to walk through a natural mountain tunnel. Instead of sand, this beach has tiny rocks and the water is utmost clear.  Dramatic cliffs all around, fish in the water and plenty of shade as well as sunny areas, Sa Calobra Beach is a must-visit combined with the incredible nature ride to get there.

Cala Mesquida

This small beach, surrounded by pine forests and sand dunes, is particularly popular with surfers as the waves are bigger than anywhere else. Cala Mesquida is located near the town of Capdepera and the big city of La Palma. There are a handful of shops and restaurants and the vibe is tranquil and almost tropical-island-like.

Es Calo des Moro Beach

Definitely one of the prettiest beaches in Majorca. The beach is owned by a private foundation and they make sure it remains unspoiled and beautiful, clean and free from resorts and hotels. It takes a little climb to get down to the beach but it’s so worth your efforts. The water is extremely clear, the sand is the whitest and cleanest you’ll come across upon and the ambience is tranquil, serene and utmost Mediterranean. The beach is only small, found in Southern Majorca. The best time to come here is in May or June and in the peak season, just make sure you come early.

Best Majorca beaches for families

Cala Mesquida Beach

This long beach stretches out across 300 metres and the water is shallow, making it ideal for families. There are a small resort and beach bar on one side of the beach while on the other side, the beach is protected to give refuge to native birds nesting in the untouched sand dunes and forests. Cala Mesquida is quiet, easily accessible and there is the possibility to get drinks at the beach bar. Perfect!

S’Amarador Beach

Located in Southeastern Majorca, S’Amarador is part of Mondrago Natural Park, home to stunning sand dunes, forests and rocky coves. You won’t find any hotels or resorts which is just the beauty of this place. There are 3 beaches found in the park and from S’Amarador Beach (which is our favourite), you can easily go stroll around and make it to the other beaches on foot. Mondrago National Park is only accessible by car. You won’t find public transport of any kind which is also what keeps this place from getting overcrowded and that’s wonderful!

Cala Pi Beach

Cala Pi Beach is located in Southern Majorca, 40 kilometres east of La Palma. It’s the high limestone cliffs on both sides of this little bay, that give this beach its secluded feel. It does get busy with other families though, looking for a relaxed place to chill. There is a beach shack where you can get drinks and snacks and the overall vibe is really good!

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