Top 10 Beaches in Majorca

There are plenty of attractions that draw people in for cheap holidays to Majorca, ranging from the some of the best nightclubs in Europe to outstanding water parks and family friendly attraction centres. But every holiday in Majorca will inevitably centre around one thing and one thing only - the beach.

Every year, millions of holiday goers from all over Europe come to Majorca for their summer dose of sun and sand, and researching the island's beaches is essential before booking your hotel in Majorca. There is no single best beach in Majorca - some are perfect for families, others are secluded and romantic, and there are also Majorca's most vibrant beaches close to the island's nightlife. Whatever you want from your cheap holiday to Majorca, there's a perfect beach for you - here are ten of the island's best...

Magaluf

Magaluf's beach has been awarded the European Blue Flag for cleanliness and quality, and is a glorious long stretch of golden sand. Renowned as the resort with the best nightlife on the island, Magaluf's beach is the perfect place to relax in the day before hitting the clubs at night.

Palma Nova

Reckoned by some to be the best beach in Majorca, holidays to this resort are rewarded with access to a Blue Flag beach with beautiful fine sand and shade provided by the thick patches of trees.

Playa de Palma

This bustling beach isn't the place to go if you are dreaming of a quiet holiday in Majorca, but it is big, active, and close to some of the island's best nightclubs. The excellent promenade that runs along the top of the beach is filled with great bars, restaurants and shops, and if you want an active and sociable cheap holiday to Majorca, Playa de Palma will be your beach of choice.

Sa Coma

With the fine sand shelving gently into calm waters, Sa Coma is highly popular with families on holiday in Majorca. The resort itself is quieter than some of its more bustling neighbours, and the beach itself also has a wide range of waterskiing and windsurfing facilities for avid water sports fans.

Illetes

This small and secluded beach, located near the capital of Palma city features two little coves and pine trees almost down to the shore itself, making it a welcome break from the more crowded beaches such as Playa de Palma and Palma Nova. Those looking for a little peace and quiet while on holiday in Majorca will be well served by Illetes.

Alcudia

Set in the more peaceful north coast of the island, Alcudia's beach is one of the most child friendly beaches in Majorca; holidays here are justifiably popular with families. The water is clear and calm, and this long, beautiful beach is loved by adults and children alike!

Cala D'or

Cala D'or's beaches offer something a little different for those on a cheap holiday to Majorca. While most beaches on the island consist of long, flat stretches of golden sand, Cala D'or has a series of small coves, giving it a quieter and more natural feel. The town itself hasn't been colonised by tourists like some of the larger resorts, making Cala D'or's beaches especially popular with families and couples.

Es Trenc

Despite being a highly popular beach, Es Trenc is also one of the best preserved beaches on the island. With no local hotels you'll need a car to get here, but the drive is well worth it - this is one of the most beautiful and isolated beaches in Majorca.

Peguera

This quiet and peaceful resort beach is the perfect place to go for a relaxing holiday to Majorca, with beautiful sand, crystal clear water and encircling pine trees offering a little shade for the sunbathers.

Santa Ponsa

Another fine family beach, the busy resort combines long stretches of beautiful sand with perfectly still waters. The promenade along the beach front offers plenty of bars and restaurants to keep you occupied, and there is also the option of taking a boating trip out from the marina.