Globales Santa Ponsa Park

While most hotels in Santa Ponsa ride the line between pleasant and dated -- and this hotel is no exception to that rule -- this isn't the best option in town. For all ostensible purposes, it looks like most of the competition. Public interiors include a generically modern lobby with a wide, marble reception desk, marble flooring, and wooden paneling on some of the walls. There are a large number of comfortable couches and armchairs in pale red and blue fabrics, and a decent amount of light coming in through the floor to ceiling windows (though low ceilings mitigate this effect). There's little difference in style throughout most of the hotel's public areas, and everything is fine enough, though unremarkable. Unfortunately, while it remains a popular choice in Santa Ponsa, everything from mediocre food to lackluster entertainment bring the atmosphere down. The hotel is popular with couples and families who want to eat, drink, relax by the pool, and soak up the sun at sometimes reasonable rates. It mainly attracts European visitors, and many take advantage of the hotel's all-inclusive option.

The Hotel Globales Santa Ponsa Park is just a two-minute walk from the stunning white sand of Santa Ponsa Beach on Majorca's southwestern coast. Within a five to 10-minute walk are a range of bars, shops, and restaurants, from international fast food chains like McDonald’s and Burger King through to traditional Spanish tapas restaurants and Italian pizzerias. Golf Santa Ponsa golf course is a seven-minute drive from the hotel, and Marineland Mallorca, with its dolphin and sea lion shows, and extensive aquariums is a 10-minute drive. The lively party town of Magaluf is just a five-minute taxi ride away, the capital of Majorca, Palma is a 20-minute drive. Expect drives to Palma de Mallorca Airport to take around 25 minutes.

Again, it's not uncommon to find dated rooms in Santa Ponsa -- the town is a mid-range hotel have -- and those at Hotel Globales don't deviate from the local trend. The style is basic, with blue-green bedspreads and light wood-veneer furniture with simple lines. Floral wall art does little to up the charm factor, but it at least makes things feel a bit less spartan, while industrial carpeting lines the floor. Rooms are bright, at least, benefitting from a white and blue-green color scheme and large windows, and every room has a balcony with views of the local area. All rooms include air-conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Wi-Fi is available, but it’s not free in the rooms. Bathrooms have a shower/tub combo, plenty of counter space around the basin, toiletries, and a hairdryer. The tan tiling and tan quartz accents all feel as dated as the rooms. 

The hotel has an informal buffet restaurant which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A range of salads, fresh fish and meats, and desserts are served -- although the food gets mixed reviews from guests. The restaurant also hosts theme nights. The hotel also has a casual pizzeria which is an open-air restaurant where guests can have a freshly made pizza, as well as pastas, salads and drinks. A pool bar serves drinks all day and evening too. Room service is available as well, and the hotel does offer all-inclusive packages. 

A bit more impressive than the dining options is the outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. It's a large space that's well kept and is surrounded by plenty of lounge chairs. There's also a separate children’s pool, and an indoor pool with a sauna. An entertainment team hosts daily activities, games, and competitions, and at night they put on shows for both adults and children. Like the food, the entertainment doesn't garner the best reviews. Also on-site at the property are a kids club, massage tent, entertainment lounge with flat-screen TV and computer stations. While business guests aren't frequent in Santa Ponsa, there is a meeting room and boardroom. Free parking is available and there's free Wi-Fi in the public areas.