Playa de Muro Majorca Resort Guide
Playa de Muro is a modern beach resort located in the middle of the Bay of Alcudia on the northeast coast of Mallorca. This new secluded complex, just 34 miles from Palma, is one of the newest developments in Mallorca. In the bay you will find first class luxury accommodation and also the best restaurants and shops in the area. In Puerto Alcudia there are good dining options along the quay, ideal for a quiet meal watching the world go by.
The fine sandy beach of Playa de Muro extends to the port and tourist center of Puerto Alcudia. This 9-mile stretch of golden sand beach has a beautiful tree-lined promenade and is considered one of the best beaches in Mallorca. The calm shallow blue waters, water sports and beach amenities are perfect for the whole family to enjoy. Water sports include diving, sailing and fishing. Along the coast are the tourist centers of Puerto Pollensa and Ca’n Picafort, which can be easily reached using the local buses.
There is much to do and see in and around the resort. The Playa de Muro area has many small lakes that are connected to each other by canals and is bordered by wetlands that form the S’Albufera Nature Reserve. The protected reserve is ideal for walking or cycling along its many trails and is very popular with bird watchers, as it is a nesting ground for more than 200 species of birds. Not far from inside the complex is the interesting medieval town of Alcudia with its imposing gates and walls. Other trips should include the amazing caves of Drach and Hams, the Lluc monastery and some of the picturesque little towns like Deya and Valldemosa. For a great family day out on your cheap Mallorca holiday, take a boat trip along the coast to Formentor.
The Saturday market in Playa de Muro is a great place to buy your gifts and souvenirs such as handmade crafts, jewelery and leather goods.
Evenings can be spent in one of the many bars and clubs along the coast or around the port of Alcudia, where there is plenty of lively nightlife. Most hotels offer entertainment for the whole family, including shows, live bands, and quizzes.
Family holidays in Playa de Muro are becoming more and more popular, as there is plenty to keep the children entertained. Open both day and night, Playa de Muro’s wooden maze is a great attraction for children. There is also a large water park in Alcudia which has slides, slides and a mini golf course.
Playa de Muro enjoys a typically Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. During the summer months the temperature hovers around 28°C with up to 11 hours of sunshine a day making the resort an ideal choice for a beach holiday.