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Hotel review: Ikos Porto Petro, Mallorca

Simon Calder’s Travel

This family-friendly resort – the newest hotel in the Ikos brand – offers complete luxury in a peaceful location with a strong emphasis on making life as easy as possible for parents and fun for kids.


Location

This vast, uber chic resort – around an hour’s drive from Palma de Mallorca Airport – is nestled between two sandy coves on the southeast coast of Mallorca and boasts breathtaking sea views from almost every spot.

Guests can reach Portopetro Marina, home to shops, bars and restaurants, in just five minutes, while popular resort Cala d’Or is 10 minutes by car – although most people have little inclination to leave the resort.

Ikos Porto Petro is just five minutes from Portopetro marina

Ikos Porto Petro is just five minutes from Portopetro marina (Ikos Resorts)

The vibe

Stylish, minimalist and ultra zen, the whole place exudes calm – which is no mean feat considering it is brimming with young families.

The resort’s decor is sleek and simple, characterised by earthy tones, while huge glass windows and doors welcome an abundance of natural light and stunning seascapes.

Outside, the walkways are flanked by pine trees, olive trees and fragrant flowers. The bars – many decked out in bamboo and leafy plants – have the feel of a cool Ibizan beach club, with the soundtrack to match.

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Service

Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, who seem genuinely proud of their workplace. The concierge, who can be contacted within seconds via a bespoke WhatsApp service, helpfully sends out a daily Google document with all the day’s activities and is happy to take complete care of your itinerary, if desired. All staff are on hand to help with all eventualities, including pram hire, snacks, a lift in a golf buggy or any manner of delicious beverage (this included a bottle of Taittinger during a particularly stressful bedtime).

Staff send out a daily Google doc with all the day's activities

Staff send out a daily Google doc with all the day’s activities (Ikos Resorts)

Rooms

There are several types of accommodation, from modest double rooms to exclusive bungalows, each decorated in a pared-back, modern aesthetic. All have great views – with either balconies, gardens or pools and terraces – while the high ceilings and full-length windows give an unrivalled sense of space. Guests are treated to a complimentary…

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