Abelux

You arrive at Abelux and immediately get the “no-fuss city hotel” vibe: a modest façade on a quiet Palma side street, with a bright, simply furnished lobby and roomy sitting area by the bar. Inside, it’s clean lines, pale walls, functional wooden furniture and a focus on practicality over ornament. It feels like a place designed for people who want to drop their bags, sleep well with air conditioning, and get out exploring.

The hotel sits in a residential area about 800 metres from Plaza España and Palma Train Station, so you’re looking at a 10-minute walk to the main transport hub and around 20 minutes on foot to the historic centre and cathedral area. Expect 24-hour reception, free Wi‑Fi throughout, and straightforward rooms with 32-inch LED satellite TVs, desks, safes, mini fridges and private bathrooms with hairdryers and magnifying mirrors; some rooms add a small terrace. There’s no on-site restaurant, but a continental breakfast is served in a dedicated room, and the lobby bar works for a quick pre- or post-outing drink. Staff can organise bike and car hire, book excursions, and even sort you out with traditional ensaimadas on request.

Abelux fits travellers who value price and location over design flourishes: solo visitors, couples and business guests who plan to spend most of the day in town. It’s not for those craving resort-style pools or sea views, but as a practical base in Palma with easy access to transport, it earns its keep. Book it if you want affordable, air-conditioned comfort within walking distance of the city’s main artery.