Hotel Riu Festival
Playa de Palma · Mallorca · 4 Stars

Hotel Riu Festival

4-star hotel in Playa de Palma, with a seasonal outdoor pool, rooms with balconies and the beach a few minutes’ walk away.

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8.5 Score
475 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Nearby Playa de Palma beach · 300 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel Riu Festival

Hotel Riu Festival is a 4-star hotel in Playa de Palma, 300 m from Playa de Palma beach and with a seasonal outdoor pool.

Its rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a balcony; some offer sea views. There are 21 m² rooms and a 26 m² option with a seating area and sofa bed, accommodating up to three people. A buffet breakfast is served in the morning, and the restaurant, café and bar offer options for a meal or a drink. Reception is open 24 hours, and staff speak German, English, Spanish and French.

Palma Aquarium is 2 km away and Aqualand El Arenal is 4.7 km away; Palma de Mallorca - Son Sant Joan Airport is 2.6 km away. The nearby beach and leisure activities in Playa de Palma add to a stay by the sea. In Palma, the Murada de la Ciutat and the Arab Baths are 9 km away.

Hotel Riu Festival
★ 8.5 · Very good · 475 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Riu Festival

4-star hotel in Playa de Palma, with a seasonal outdoor pool, rooms with balconies and the beach a few minutes’ walk away.

Room types

Hotel Riu Festival offers three room options, all with a balcony, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The two 21 m² rooms accommodate two people; you can choose between two single beds or one large double bed. The Double Room with Sea View has the same floor area and bed options, with sea views from the balcony.

For those who need more space, the Large Double Room covers 26 m² and has a seating area with a sofa bed, as well as two single beds, accommodating up to three people. The rooms include bed linen and towels, and the bathrooms have a bath or shower. There are options for two people and one option for accommodating a third; all three have a balcony.

Double Room — Hotel Riu Festival
Double Room
21 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

At 21 m², the Double Room has a balcony and air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. You can choose between two single beds or one large double bed. It’s an option for two people who want their own outdoor space during their stay.

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Large Double Room — Hotel Riu Festival
Large Double Room
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Seating area
  • Sofa bed

At 26 m², this room adds a seating area with a sofa bed to its two-single-bed layout, a useful feature for accommodating up to three people. It also has a balcony, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV; the seating area sets it apart from the 21 m² options.

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Double Room with Sea View — Hotel Riu Festival
Double Room with Sea View
21 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Balcony

At 21 m², this room shares features with the Double Room, such as a balcony and air conditioning, but also offers sea views. You can choose between two single beds or one large double bed. The room also has a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay 300 m from Playa de Palma beach and close to other beaches.
  • you’re interested in a seasonal outdoor pool and terrace and solarium areas.
  • you’re travelling as a couple and value a 21 m² room with a balcony, private bathroom and air conditioning.
  • you’re travelling in a small group: the Large Double Room has 26 m², a seating area and a sofa bed for three people.
  • you want to have breakfast at the hotel, which serves a buffet breakfast and has a restaurant, café and bar.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: Hotel Riu Festival does not have a car park.
  • you need a pool that’s open all year: the outdoor pool is seasonal.
  • you want sea views from every room: only some rooms have them.
  • you’re travelling with someone aged 13 or over and expect them to be classed as a child; Hotel Riu Festival considers them an adult.

Hotel facilities & services

The hotel brings together spaces for relaxing and activities to alternate with time at the beach. The terrace and solarium, together with the outdoor pool, let you spend time outside; parasols and sun loungers or beach chairs are available. The programme includes live music and shows, themed dinners and evening entertainment. Windsurfing and a tennis court are also available for those who want to add physical activity to their stay.

Practical facilities include 24-hour reception, car hire, laundry service and babysitting or child services. The rooms have free WiFi, air conditioning, a balcony and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels; there is also a telephone and internet access. For food and drink, the hotel has a restaurant, bar and snack bar, and serves wine or champagne. The rooms are non-smoking and have a private bathroom.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Beach
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Windsurfing
  • Tennis court

General facilities

  • Terrace / solarium
  • Live music / shows
  • Themed dinners
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Windsurfing
  • Tennis court
  • Car hire
  • Laundry service
  • Babysitting / child services
  • 24-hour reception
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parasols
  • Sun loungers/beach chairs
  • Non-smoking rooms

Food & drink

  • Wine / champagne
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe

Location & what to see

Hotel Riu Festival is on Camí de les Meravelles in Playa de Palma, close to several beaches and everyday amenities. Playa de Palma beach is 300 m away; parc de les Meravelles is 270 m away, and La Porciúncula is 330 m away. Nearby beaches include Platja de s'Arenal, 670 m away, Playa de Palma, 700 m away, and Platja de les Meravelles, 750 m away. Maravillas is 150 m away, while Bierkonie Arenal and Restaurante Pizzería Plaza are 200 m away. The area brings together a coastal promenade, places to eat and outdoor spaces.

Palma de Mallorca - Son Sant Joan Airport is 2.6 km away. Palma Aquarium is 2.0 km away and Aqualand El Arenal is 4.7 km away. Ses Cadenes and Es Pil·larí are 1.2 km away. Son Costa - Son Fortesa and es Pont d'Inca railway stations are 10 km and 9 km away, respectively. Towards Palma, the Murada de la Ciutat and the Arab Baths are 9 km away; the Royal Palace of La Almudaina and La Lonja de Palma are 10 km away.

The beaches let you combine swimming, seaside walks and wind sports such as windsurfing. For a day of water-based activities, Palma Aquarium is 2 km away and Aqualand El Arenal is 4.7 km away. In Palma, you can explore Plaza Mayor, 10 km away, or visit Es Baluard, also 10 km away, and Bellver Castle, 12 km away. The warm months are a good time to plan your day around the beach and spend another part of your stay discovering Palma’s heritage and cultural spaces.

Playa de Palma beach — A stretch of sand for swimming and walking along the Playa de Palma coastline. 300 m
parc de les Meravelles — A nearby green space for walking among the coastal area’s promenades. 270 m
La Porciúncula — A well-known church in Playa de Palma, close to the hotel area. 330 m
Forestal park — An outdoor adventure park in a wooded setting, a few minutes from the beaches. 430 m
Platja de s'Arenal — An urban sandy beach, suitable for swimming and walking along the promenade. 670 m
Palma Aquarium — An aquarium with marine life exhibits and activities for families. 2,0 km

What guests say about Hotel Riu Festival

8.5
Very good · 475 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Location
8.9
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.6
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
8.4

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and cleanliness; they also rate the facilities and comfort highly. Sleep quality and value for money receive solid ratings, while the WiFi connection gets a slightly more moderate score.

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