Spanish seaside town loved by Brits is one of country's 'most expensive' spots
A seaside resort that is popular with Brits was named as one of the most expensive places to rent in Spain. A beachside flat is almost 10 per cent more expensive in Puerto Pollensa than in 2023
A stunning seaside town in Majorca, loved by Brits, has been identified as one of the priciest places to rent in Spain According to the Majorca Daily Bulletin, renting a beachside flat in Puerto Pollensa was nearly 10 per cent for expensive in 2024 than the year before. The most expensive rental locations are Puerto Pollensa, Santanyi and Ibiza, according to the same publication.
It reported that average weekly rates have risen to £987 (1,160 euros) from £898 (1,055 euros) in 2023. The Bulletin revealed that a beachfront flat in Puerto Pollensa could set you back more than £2,554 (3,000 euros) per week, making it the costliest location in Spain.
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These figures were provided by property valuers Tecnitasa. Puerto Pollensa, a port on Majorca's northern coast, has been a tourist magnet for years and is particularly popular with Brits, according to the abcMallorca travel guide.
The guide praises the town's lengthy sandy beaches fringed with palm trees, its "splendid array" of dining options and "excellent" hotels, reports the Express.
Portrayed as a family-friendly resort, the town reportedly offers breathtaking views of Pollensa Bay, which inspired a tale by Agatha Christie.
For those who enjoy hiking, the Boquer Valley trail offers a scenic route to a secluded cove. For a more challenging trek, there's the path to the former Lluc monastery in the Tramuntana mountains.
For golf enthusiasts, Golf Pollensa offers a 9-hole course located on the main road to Palma, while the 18-hole Alcanada course, although further afield, is described by abcMallorca as a "challenging, top-level" experience.
The resort town of Puerto Pollensa is characterised by Tui as embodying the authentic spirit of Spain, boasting "pretty beaches", a picturesque cobbled promenade, and "charming" traditional stone houses.
Puerto Pollensa features two beaches: Pollensa Beach, which provides sun loungers and water sports facilities, and the more secluded Albercutx Beach, a family-friendly spot with shallow waters and shaded areas.
A mere half-hour bus ride away lies Cap de Formentor, offering breathtaking views of towering cliffs and a rugged peninsula. Visitors to Puerto Pollensa can choose from a variety of accommodations, including Hotel Illa d'Or, Hoposa Hotel, and Hotel Llenaire.
The town is also home to a range of dining options, such as Bellaverde, Terrae, the family-run Zarzales, Hoposa Bahia at the Bahia Hotel, and La Llonja, which specialises in seafood.
Majorca is easily accessible via direct flights from Jet2, easyJet, TUI, Ryanair, British Airways, Iberia, Lauda Europe and Qatar Airways. The average flight duration is two hours and 35 minutes, and Puerto Pollensa is approximately 50 minutes from Palma by car via the Ma-13.
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