Calle Caravel.La 4, Colonia de Sant Jordi, Spain | (586) 210-9239
Set in quiet area within a five-minute walk from Es Trenc beach
All rooms extend to balconies or terraces, most sea-view
Nice buffet restaurant and regular barbecues (meal packages available)
Outdoor swimming pool and poolside bar
Mini-water park with slides and kids' club
Wood deck waterfront sun terrace
Daily activities program
Fees for Wi-Fi, safes, and mini-fridges
Much of the property is dated
The Universal Hotel Romantica is a typical Majorcan value property located in a quiet neighborhood in the resort of Colonia de Sant Jordi. The hotel certainly doesn't live up to its name, but it's clean, well-maintained, and overlooks the sea. While bits of the hotel have been modernized, it's mostly a dated affair with old-fashioned decor and 245 simple guest rooms. In-room amenities are limited and come with fees for mini-fridges and Wi-Fi, though the majority do enjoy sea views. Food is a highlight and, with a kids' club and splash park, the little ones are well catered for. Couples who want a more adult oriented experience should check out the child-free Universal Hotel Cabo Blanco just next door.
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Scene
Partly modernized '70s-era hotel with quiet, friendly atmosphere
While its name might conjure up something a little more appealing, the Universal Hotel Romantica looks like your typical, charmless '70s resort hotel. Inside, the lobby has been spruced up with colorful seating and artwork, though a rather dated mood prevails in its drab hallways with tacky carpeting and lumpy beige walls. Dining and bar areas have received a much-needed makeover, and are mostly bright and modern with contemporary furnishings and wall-to-wall windows. Despite some aesthetic shortcomings, the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and there are high levels of cleanliness throughout. Many guests are older couples who hail from Germany and Italy, joined by families with kids in the summer months and school holidays.
Location
Set on quiet road in Sant Jordi resort close to scenic Es Trenc beach
The hotel is at the end of a quiet street in the district of Colonia de Sant Jordi, a bustling resort over the summer months that slips into a more sleepy fishing port for the rest of the year. While much of the surrounding coastline is rocky, just five minutes' walk away is Es Trenc, a long stretch of largely unspoiled sandy beach. There are a handful of restaurants within a short stroll of the hotel, though most are located about 15 minutes' walk away (or a five-minute drive) in the town's port and marina neighborhood. Farther afield is the secluded Es Carbó Beach, 10 to 15 minutes away by car. Boats also run regularly to the National Maritime Park of Cabrera, a small archipelago of islands around six miles to the south. The Majorcan capital of Palma and its airport are around 45 minutes away by road.
Rooms
Dated rooms with balconies and terraces -- most with sea views
The hotel has 245 rooms, all of which are decorated in a rather dated combination of old-fashioned wood furniture, terrazzo tile floor, and textured beige walls. Double or Triple Rooms open to furnished balconies or terraces, most with sea views. Amenities are limited to flat-screen TVs. Electronic safes, mini-fridges, and Wi-Fi all incur additional fees. Standard tiled bathrooms with granite tops have shower/tub combos, basic toiletries, and wall-mounted hairdryers.
Features
Mini water park and kids' club, plus decent buffet dining with alfresco terrace
Features here focus on water and food. There's an outdoor saltwater pool and deck lined with loungers that overlook the sea. A splash pool for children with waterslides and fountains is provided. Parents can supervise their little ones from the comfort of shaded loungers. There's also a supervised kids' club, as well as a daily activities program. A wooden bridge and footpath leads to a decked terrace overlooking the rocky seafront. Food is a hit with most of the guests. A colorful buffet restaurant serves international and Mediterranean food for breakfast and dinner. Guests can dine inside or outdoors on an alfresco terrace with sea views. Lunch is available from an a la carte menu at the snack bar, which also serves drinks throughout the day. Barbecues and theme nights are regularly held. Breakfast is free with the most basic plan, while half-board, full-board, and all-inclusive rates are also available. Wi-Fi costs extra.
