Moving to Mallorca? Engel & Völkers shows you Mallorca’s 6 top locations to live

If you’ve decided to move to Mallorca and are getting ready to relocate, this article is exactly what you were looking for! Due to our wide experience as realtors on the island, we’d love to give you our expert advice about the different areas of Mallorca. One thing is for sure: this beautiful island has something for everyone! Depending on your needs and preferences, you will find a wonderful new place to call home! 

Palma de Mallorca – a Cosmopolitan city that never ceases to amaze you!

Palma de Mallorca is a truly unique seafront city. Stylish, vibrant and elegant, Palma is lively all year round: high-end hotels, trendy restaurants, traditional cafés, stunning architecture, luxury shopping and a thriving cultural scene makes it the perfect city for all types of personalities. When it comes down to property hunting in Palma de Mallorca, there are two areas we have to highlight: Palma’s city centre and the exclusive neighbourhood of Son Vida.

Living in Palma’s Old Town – architecture, history and luxury combined 

Some of the most desirable properties can be found in Palma’s Old Town and the peaceful Calatrava district. Palma’s Old Town is where the majority of must-see attractions of the city are located, starting with the breath-taking cathedral ‘La Seu’. The cobbled streets around the cathedral are filled with beautiful century-old manors and its interior patios. Many of the properties you will find in this area have been converted into luxury apartments with beautiful rooftops offering sea views. One of the best things about Palma’s Old Town is that there is always something going on: top restaurants, bars, galleries and shops remain open all year around. 

Living in Son Vida – privacy and luxury with views over Palma’s bay 

If you’re looking for exclusive spacious villas, Son Vida is the place to start. It is Palma’s most exclusive urbanization, offering luxurious properties with spectacular views over the bay. The road to Son Vida is guarded day and night; meaning security is definitely a priority. Still really close to Palma’s Centre and only minutes away from the superb marina of Puerto Portals, Son Vida and its three golf courses attract hundreds of local and international buyers. The average price for such properties villas in Son Vida is at a very high level of 4.7 million euros and is expected to remain stable in the future.

Living in Mallorca’s Southwest – Get to know Port Andratx and its exclusive lifestyle 

Chic, picturesque and luxurious all at once. Port Andratx, located about 5 kilometres away from the town with the same name, is a stylish port that has become very popular during the last 20 to 30 years. During the 80’s the port became famous for welcoming supermodel Claudia Schiffer and King Juan Carlos, amongst many other celebrities spending their holiday at this Mediterranean piece of paradise. Its well-equipped yacht club offers about 450 berths, which is why you will always spot beautiful yachts and boats while sitting at the marina and sipping a cocktail overlooking the Mediterranean. 

Nearby you will be able to enjoy beautiful beaches and coves and an excellent 18-hole golf course at Golf de Andratx. Even though Port Andratx is a small port it has a large choice of delicious restaurants and cafés to spend your mornings or evenings. Port Andratx’s real estate offer caters to a wide range of tastes and budgets, going from 1.7 up to 25 million euros for one of its breath-taking villas with sea view and from 300.000 to 3.7 million euros for a lovely apartment. Please check out here our properties in Port Andratx! 

Sóller, Valldemossa, Deià – living the Mediterranean dream 

Dominated by the Tramuntana mountain range and its magnificent scenery, Mallorca’s western area is home to the beautiful villages of Sóller, Valldemossa and Deià. Valldemossa is set at the top of a picturesque valley, giving you a dramatic first impression while you’re driving up to the entrance to the village. Its royal monastery, the ‘Real Cartuja de Valldemossa’ was home to Frederic Chopin and George Sand back in 1838. Cobbled streets, a unique charm and an astounding backdrop make Valldemossa one of Mallorca’s most desirable villages. Deià is a meeting point for artists from all over the world who are looking for a special place to get inspired by. The village sits strikingly on a hillside between the rising mountains and the sea. It has a laid back bohemian feel with a selection of good restaurants and bars to choose from. Sóller is a small town surrounded by mountains. Narrow cobbled streets and a large leafy square attract visitors and investors. At the square the imposing church will definitely get your attention! There’s a tram connecting Sóller and its charming port. 

Discover all the properties in Sóller, Valldemossa, Deià and let us know if we can do anything to help you on your house-hunt in Mallorca! 

Santanyí and surroundings – beautiful beaches, large villas and a relaxed lifestyle 

Thinking about a spacious finca near Mallorca's most stunning beaches? The island’s Southeast is the place you were looking for. This area retains the calm essence Mallorca is known for. Located about 45 kilometres away from the Balearic Island’s capital city, Mallorca’s Southeast is home to the most impressive beaches we’ve got: Es Trenc is often referred to as Mallorca’s answer to the Caribbean; Es Caragol and Es Carbó are virgin beaches that can only be reached after a 20-30 minute walk or by boat; the Mondragó National Park is home to another bunch of spectacular coves and the list goes on… But not only its beaches make this area of the island really special! Charming towns to experience the authentic Mediterranean lifestyle are also on the menu. Santanyí, Campos and Felanitx keep their old urban layout of a main square from which narrow streets depart. One of the highlights at every town in the area is the weekly market! It’s definitely worth a visit. Would you like to have a look at the properties we have ve got for sale in Mallorca’s Southeast? We’ll be happy to show you what we’ve got in store and assist you if you have any questions!  

Pollensa and Alcudia – Living in the North of Mallorca! 

The wild beauty of northern Mallorca has attracted many international residents and homebuyers, offering a mixed community. Pollensa and Alcudia are typical historic Majorcan towns with narrow roads and beautiful architecture in its old town. With a wide range of fincas and villas in the outskirts, Pollensa, Alcudia and both of its ports are a marvellous location to live all year around. Property prices range from 150.000 to 11 million euros: check out what Engel & Völkers has to offer in the area by clicking here: Properties in Alcudia and Pollensa

Now that we’ve shared our top 6 locations to live in Mallorca depending on your needs, we would love to get to know you, understand what you’re looking for and guide you through the process of buying a house and moving to our beautiful island! You can contact our team of experts for any of the areas mentioned above and the rest of the island too! Our decades of experience in the real estate market in Mallorca make us the perfect partner for you to find your dream home! 

Contact us: 

Phone:  +34 971 23 85 84 

Email: mallorca@engelvoelkers.com