Portals Nous
Portals Nous lies in south-west Mallorca, around 10 kilometres from Palma de Mallorca. It is a lovely holiday resort for couples and families looking for beautiful surroundings, excellent restaurants and an upmarket atmosphere.
Beaches in Portals Nous
The main beach in Portals Nous is Playa del Oratori, known in Catalan as Platja de s’Oratori. It lies just east of Puerto Portals marina and is around 250–300 metres long and approximately 30 metres wide.
The sand is fine and golden, while the water is clear and usually calm. Sun loungers and parasols are available to hire, and there are also showers and toilets. The small island of Illa d’en Salas lies just offshore and is close enough to swim to. Anyone who would rather not swim can reach it on a stand-up paddleboard or do as we did and take a pedalo.
The beach gets busy during the summer months, although it is rarely completely packed. Parking near the beach is limited, so visitors arriving by car may have a short walk.
West of the marina is the much smaller Playa Punta Portals, also known as Caleta Punta Portals. This small sandy beach lies in a sheltered cove with clear water and offers a quieter alternative. The restaurants and shops around the marina are only a short walk away.
Child-friendly beach
The fine sand is perfect for children to play in, and the water is usually calm. The water deepens more quickly than at Mallorca’s shallowest beaches, but young children can still paddle and play at the water’s edge. In high season, space for ball games and similar activities is limited.
Water sports
Near the marina, visitors can hire jet skis, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs). Pedalos are also available from the beach.
Restaurants by the beach
There is a popular beach bar and café at the back of the beach. Beewi Puerto Portals is at the western end, with lovely views over the beach. The menu offers a wide choice of fish dishes as well as several meat options. We can recommend the fish and seafood paella.
The resort of Portals Nous
Portals Nous is a small but upmarket resort. It is best known for Puerto Portals, where large luxury yachts are moored side by side. The waterfront promenade is a popular place for an evening stroll, admiring the boats and perhaps stopping at one of the many restaurants with outdoor terraces.
The resort is also known for its many excellent restaurants, which tend to be expensive and attract diners from across Mallorca. Along the marina and in the shopping area just behind it are designer boutiques, jewellery shops and other specialist shops.
The Donna Portals is one of the finest hotels in Portals Nous. This five-star design hotel has elegant rooms, a fine-dining restaurant, a spa and its own art gallery. The hotel’s distinctive interiors and décor were created by renowned designer Marcel Wanders.
The main family attraction in the area is Marineland Mallorca, located just west of Portals Nous. Its dolphin, sea lion and parrot shows are the main draw, but the park also has aquariums, an aviary, a tropical house and a small pool area for children.
For golfers, Real Golf de Bendinat is just a few kilometres away. The beautifully landscaped 18-hole course is set in a green valley between the coast and the mountains and offers views across the Bay of Palma from several points.
Map of Portals Nous
The map shows Playa del Oratori beside the marina. The smaller Playa Punta Portals can be seen to the west. To the south-west lie Palma Nova and Magaluf.
