Cala Vinas Holidays

Peaceful, pretty and just far enough from the party – Cala Vinas is Majorca's chilled-out answer to neighbouring Magaluf. This sheltered cove on the southwest coast offers a proper escape: white sand, turquoise waters, and palm-fringed cliffs creating its own little microclimate. It's the kind of place where you can genuinely relax, but with Magaluf's nightlife and Palma's culture just a short hop away when you fancy a change of pace.

✨ Why Visit Cala Vinas?

🏖️ Beautiful sheltered beach – a pretty cove with white sand, calm turquoise waters and palm trees framing the view

😌 Peaceful atmosphere – a quiet alternative to the busier resorts, perfect for couples and families wanting to properly unwind

🎉 Best of both worlds – Magaluf's legendary nightlife is just 5 minutes by taxi when you want it, but blissfully distant when you don't

🤿 Great for snorkelling – crystal-clear waters and rocky outcrops make for excellent underwater exploring

🏛️ Easy access to Palma – the capital's cathedral, tapas bars and shopping are just 30 minutes away

🎉 Good to Know

☀️ Weather: Expect 28-30°C in summer with the surrounding cliffs creating a sheltered microclimate. One of the sunnier corners of Majorca with sea breezes keeping things comfortable.

💶 Prices: Slightly cheaper than the bigger resorts – expect around €3-4 for a beer, €12-15 for a meal. Magaluf's nearby if you want more choice.

🏃 Fun fact: Getting to the beach involves around 100 steps down from the main road – great for the calves, less ideal if you've got mobility issues. Worth the descent though!

🏨 Top Hotels in Cala Vinas

Adults Only

Globales Cala Viñas - Adults Only – a proper grown-up escape 450m from the beach with spa (indoor pool, sauna, steam room), three bars, sea-view restaurant and mini golf. All-inclusive with themed buffet nights.

Globales Cala Vinas Apartments - Adults Only 16+ – self-catering apartments in a cracking clifftop location overlooking the sea. Simple but brilliant – pool, kitchenette, and 600m from the beach.

Families

Occidental Cala Vinas – the family-friendly option with pool views, family rooms and junior suites. Buffet restaurant with show cooking, pizza corner and kids' favourites. Close to Katmandu Park for days out.

🏄 What to Do in Cala Vinas

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families

🏖️ Spend lazy days on the beach – shallow, calm waters perfect for paddling and building sandcastles

🎢 Hit Katmandu Park in Magaluf – interactive adventure park with 4D cinema, mini golf and soft play

🐬 Visit Marineland – dolphin shows, sea lions and an aquarium (about 20 mins away)

💦 Make a splash at Western Water Park – wild west themed waterpark with big slides and wave pools

💑 Couples

🌅 Watch the sunset from the clifftop – Cala Vinas faces west for proper golden hour magic

🤿 Go snorkelling in the crystal-clear cove – rocky outcrops teeming with fish

🍷 Explore Palma's old town – the cathedral, Arab Baths, tapas bars and rooftop cocktails (30 mins)

🚤 Take a boat trip along the coast – explore hidden coves and swim in secluded spots

👯 Groups & Night Owls

🎉 Hit Magaluf for a big night out – superclubs, beach bars and legendary nightlife (5 mins by taxi)

⚔️ Book Pirates Adventure Show – acrobatic dinner show with swashbuckling stunts and a three-course meal

⛳ Challenge each other at Golf Fantasia – 54 holes of crazy golf in Palma Nova (10 mins)

🚴 Hire bikes and explore the coast – quiet roads and stunning sea views

🏺 Culture Vultures

🏰 Explore Bellver Castle – one of Europe's only circular castles with panoramic views over Palma Bay

⛪ Visit Palma Cathedral – stunning Gothic architecture rising from the waterfront

🛁 Discover the Arab Baths – atmospheric remnants of Moorish Majorca hidden in walled gardens

🚂 Take the vintage train to Sóller – wooden carriages through the Tramuntana mountains

📅 When to Visit Cala Vinas

☀️ Summer (June – August)

Peak season with beach-perfect weather (28-32°C). The cove gets busy but never overcrowded – arrive early for the best spots on the sand.

What's On:

• 🎆 Magaluf beach parties – DJs, foam parties and legendary club nights on your doorstep

• 🎭 Pirates Adventure – runs throughout summer with multiple shows per week

🌸 Spring (April – May)

Lovely weather (20-25°C), quieter beaches and perfect for exploring. Great for couples wanting peace without the peak season prices.

What's On:

• ⛵ Boat trip season kicks off – calmer seas and fewer crowds on excursions

• 🚴 Cycling weather – join the pros training on Majorca's quiet roads

🍂 Autumn (September – October)

Still warm (22-27°C), sea's at its best for swimming, and summer crowds have thinned. Excellent value and gorgeous golden light.

What's On:

• 🍇 Wine harvest season – visit local bodegas for tastings in the Mallorcan countryside

• 🎭 Cultural events in Palma – exhibitions, concerts and festivals

❄️ Winter (November – March)

Quiet and mild (14-18°C) – many facilities close but Palma stays lively. Good for walkers and culture vultures.

🏖️ Nearby Resorts

Magaluf – 1km north, Majorca's party capital with superclubs, beach bars and waterparks

Palma Nova – 3km north, family-friendly with three sandy beaches and Golf Fantasia

Santa Ponsa – 5km south, a larger resort with excellent beach and good mix of bars and restaurants

Palma – 25km east, Majorca's vibrant capital with cathedral, old town and brilliant shopping