Real advice from guests who stayed here.
Rooms overlooking the pool on higher floors (especially 3rd or 4th floor, e.g., 301) offer the best sun and views of the pool, city, harbour, castle and cathedral, and are generally preferred.
The hotel sits on top of a hill and is about a 10‑minute walk to the Porto Pi shopping centre; if the incline is a problem, taxis will readily pick up and drop off at the hotel.
At check‑in, ask directly for the best available rate, as reception can sometimes offer a better price than what you booked.
Rooms at the end of the hallway tend to be quieter, and road‑facing rooms on higher floors can still be very quiet.
Breakfast is plentiful with a wide selection, tables are usually available at any time, and the dining area is kept very clean with excellent staff.
The property is a bit far from the city centre and the immediate area doesn’t feel like a traditional resort with many nearby bars and restaurants, and may not feel the safest to some guests at night.
Visit the nearby Joan Miró Museum (Fundació Pilar i Joan Miró), which is a worthwhile cultural stop during your stay.
You can get pool towels for a small refundable deposit and rent a room safe for a small additional fee.
Family or small groups should consider room 108, which is better suited for more than two people.
Wardrobes don’t have many hangers, so bring a few extra if you plan to hang up a lot of clothes.
Rooms with a kitchenette are a great bonus if you want extra convenience for preparing your own snacks or meals.
You arrive at BQ Augusta Hotel in hilly La Bonanova, just above Palma’s cruise port, and straight away you’re looking out over masts and city rooftops. The building has a clean, modern look, with white façades wrapped around a central pool terrace that becomes the social hub on warm days. Rooms, studios and apartments feel airy rather than cramped, many with balconies facing the city, so you get that “Palma without the street noise” vibe.
The location is practical: about a 10‑minute drive from Palma’s old town, 300 metres from Palma Port and roughly 500 metres from Bellver Park’s walking paths. You’ve got an outdoor pool with sun terrace, plenty of loungers, a café‑bar for drinks and snacks, and a restaurant serving a generous buffet breakfast with hot and cold options. Studios and apartments add kitchenettes and fridges, handy for longer stays or families, while free Wi‑Fi and satellite TV keep downtime easy. On-site parking is available but limited, and staff at the 24‑hour front desk can sort taxis, bike rental and tips for nearby restaurants.
BQ Augusta suits travellers who want a quieter base near the port rather than being right in the centre of Palma. It works well for cruise passengers, families needing extra space, and couples who like having a pool and terrace to retreat to after city wandering. Book it if you want apartment-style comfort with hotel services, within quick reach of Palma’s sights.